Read about some of the latest updates on transportation projects in the Sugar Land-Missouri City area. 

Austin Parkway intersection safety modification: The project will add a traffic signal and additional turn lanes at the Austin Parkway at the Commonwealth Boulevard intersection.

• Timeline: fall 2026-summer 2027 (construction)
• Cost: $1.8 million
• Funding sources: 2023 Fort Bend County mobility bond and 2024 Sugar Land bond

• Timeline: scheduled to be implemented by the end of March
• Cost: $3,000 for road signs
• Funding source: city of Missouri City

• Timeline: completion expected in April
• Cost: $619,500
• Funding source: city of Missouri City

Comfort Foodies, a Latin Caribbean soul food fusion restaurant, is set to open a second location in Missouri City, officials confirmed.

On the menu: The restaurant features Dominican and southern menu items including oxtails, pork chops, catfish wings and empanadas, according to its website.

Zooming out: The new location will join its existing restaurant at 8128 N. Sam Houston Parkway W., Ste. B in Houston, per the website.

• 8731 Hwy. 6, Missouri City

Two Republican candidates are running for Fort Bend County district attorney in the upcoming March primary election.

The position is currently held by Brian Middleton, who is running unopposed in the Democratic primary.

The details: Candidates were asked to keep responses under 50 words, answer the questions provided and avoid attacking opponents. Answers may have been edited or cut to adhere to those guidelines, or for style and clarity.

Here's what we asked them: 

• Why are you running for Fort Bend County district attorney?
• What are your qualifications for why you’d be a strong candidate in this role?
• If elected, what will be your top priorities?
• What should the county's budgeting priorities be?
• How do you plan to continue preparing for population growth as the county nears one million residents?

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