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Q&A: Meet the candidates for Brazoria County commissioner Precinct 2

Two candidates are running for Brazoria County commissioner Precinct 2 in the general election on Nov. 3.

The overview: Republican candidate Alfred Froberg will face Democratic candidate Carlos Townsend, Sr. for the seat. Froberg previously defeated the current seat holder, Ryan Cade, in the March primary.

 
City Coverage
PREVIEW: Pearland to consider improvements to Sportsplex, trailheads

The Pearland City Council is scheduled to meet at 6:30 p.m. Sept. 28 at City Hall to consider parks and roadway improvements.

What you need to know: Council will consider an agreement with the Pearland Economic Development Corporation (PEDC) to provide funding for the following projects:

  • Up to $22 million for improvements to the Sportsplex at Shadow Creek Ranch and Clear Creek trailhead

  • Up to $1 million for the expansion of Broadway Street from Kirby Drive to Half Moon Bay Drive

 
Neighboring News
Hoyer Global to renovate its Houston office space on Space Park Drive

Hoyer Global, a logistics and supply chain management company, is making upgrades and adding more office space to its current Nassau Bay location, according to a TDLR filing.

The details: The 22,000-square-foot space is owned by Mission Clear Lake GP, LLC, according to TDLR.

What else: The project will cost $195,000 with renovations expected to be completed by the end of 2026, according to TDLR.

📍2100 Space Park Drive, Ste. 200, Nassau Bay

 
Across The Region
Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo to open new 1M square-foot agricultural complex

A new agricultural complex is opening along Hwy. 288 with the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo.

The Farm will be located about three miles from Reliant Park.

The overview: The Farm, which stands for Furthering our Agriculture and Ranching Mission, will offer 1 million square feet to support Texas youth, agriculture, education and Western heritage, according to a Sept. 17 news release from Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo.

The complex will complement the Rodeo's longstanding home at Reliant Park, according to the news release.

Quote of note: "As we move toward our centennial, the groundbreaking of The Farm reflects our commitment to building not only a world-class facility, but a stronger future for Texas youth and agriculture," said Wesley Sinor, chairman of the board of the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo. "The impact of what begins today will be felt for generations."

 

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New meat market, Missouri City road development project: 6 trending stories in the South Houston area

Had a full plate this past week? Catch up on six trending stories from Community Impact in the South Houston area, Sept. 21-25.

  1. Missouri City partners to build new roads in Sienna to improve connectivity

  2. Target opening Texas Heritage Marketplace location in October

  3. Bellaire Culture and Arts Board unveils two logo design concepts up for resident review

  4. United Way of Greater Houston selects new CEO after former president announces retirement

  5. League City denies gas station along FM 646, South Egret Bay Boulevard

  6. New grocery, meat market coming soon to Pearland area

 
Meet The Candidates
Q&A: Meet the candidates running for Harris County Treasurer

Two candidates are running for Harris County Treasurer in the upcoming election. The candidates on the ballot are Marc Cowart and incumbent Carla L. Wyatt.

Key details for voters include:

  • Early voting begins Oct. 19 and runs through Oct. 30.
  • Election day is Nov. 3, with polls open from 7 a.m.-7 p.m.
  • Registered voters are permitted to cast their ballot at any polling location during both early voting and on election day.
 

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