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Woody’s Hideaway to open in Webster

Woody’s Hideaway is set to open a new location in Webster in December, according to a press release from the company.

What you need to know: The Houston-based sports bar, part of the parent company Woody’s Brands, will offer private golf bays, karaoke rooms, pool tables, yard games and a full kitchen including smash burgers, fresh-cut fries and Philly eggrolls, as well as a full bar, according to the press release.

  • 20801 Gulf Freeway, Webster

 
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The Magnolia Living to celebrate grand opening in League City

Following its soft opening in mid-January, The Magnolia Living will celebrate its grand opening in late March, an employee with the business said.

What they offer: The independent living facility offers housekeeping, laundry and pet support services.

Amenities include a movie theater, game room, library, beauty salon and outdoor gathering areas.

The facility also has a fitness center and social events.

  • 540 Hobbs Road, League City

 
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PREVIEW: Harris County commissioners to hold Ben Taub hearing, discuss potential criminal justice changes

Harris County Commissioners Court will review more than 450 agenda items March 19, including a public hearing on the proposed parkland acquisition for Ben Taub Hospital's expansion as well as potential changes to the county's criminal legal system.

The overview: In compliance with Chapter 26 of the Texas Parks & Wildlife Code, commissioners will hear from community members about the proposed acquisition of 8.9 acres of Hermann Park to make way for a $410 million expansion of Ben Taub Hospital. 

Hospital officials say the expansion is critical to address bed capacity limitations at the Level I trauma facility. However, some residents are concerned with the potential environmental implications. 

Also on the agenda: Commissioners are also set to discuss potential operational and fiscal changes to county's legal system as a result of Senate Bill 9, a 2021 law that shifted bail-setting authority for certain violent offenses to elected judges.

Stay tuned: Harris County Commissioners Court meetings are held at 9 a.m. in Downtown Houston. The administration building is located at 1001 Preston St., Houston.

 
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Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo adds dress code to code of conduct

Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo officials have announced a new dress code for entry, beginning March 17.

Sorting out details: The Rodeo has provided an update on its code of conduct for guests, according to its website.

The following is prohibited:

  • Clothing with "objectionable" material, such as obscene language or graphics
  • Excessively torn clothing or visible undergarments exposing excessive portions of the skin
  • Clothing or other attire of affiliation with a criminal street gang
  • Clothing or apparel that intentionally obscures the face, unless worn for cultural or religious reasons or a medical condition

The context: Since 1932, the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo has featured traditional rodeo competition and country music performers. Each year, the Rodeo hosts several events, including auctions, cookoffs and concerts, all with the goal of promoting Western heritage, officials said.

 

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