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Park improvements move forward in Cy-Fair

New trail connections and park amenities are rolling out across Harris County Precinct 3, including in the Cypress-Fairbanks area, more than two years after the Parks and Trails Master Plan was initially outlined.

The big picture: Officials with Harris County Precinct 3 Commissioner Tom Ramsey’s office said several projects have been completed since 2023, with additional trail links and park enhancements scheduled to continue through 2026 and beyond.

  • Elizabeth Kaiser Meyer Park: Half a mile of the Gourley Nature Trail was reconstructed. New pickleball courts were added.
  • Kickerillo-Mischer Preserve: A new playground, boardwalk and south trail connections were added. A new parking lot was completed.
  • Russ Poppe Family Park: New pickleball courts were added.
  • Dennis Johnston Park: Butterfly Garden received erosion improvements, while fresh gravel and pollinator-friendly flowers were added.
  • Judge Ted Poe Community Center: The 8,500-square-foot center was remodeled and renamed.
  • I.T. May Park: New pickleball courts were added.
What else?: According to a statement from Ramsey’s office, “The goal of the plan was to outline a long-term, 30+ year plan for the parks."

 
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Lightbridge Academy now open in Cypress

Lightbridge Academy officials confirmed the new Cypress location is now offering early childhood education programs and daycare services.

The details: Lightbridge Academy is a daycare that offers education programs to children from infants to Kindergarten. Founded in 1997, per the website, Lightbridge Academy balances nurturing care with a unique early childhood education curriculum that helps children grow and develop.

 

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Eat Drink HTX to return for a fifth year in February

Eat Drink HTX, the sister fundraiser to Houston Restaurant Weeks, will return for its fifth year from Feb. 14 through Feb. 28, according to a Jan. 12 news release from the Cleverley Stone Foundation. 

At a glance: The two-week dining event was designed around the casual dining experience and features lower price points than Houston Restaurant Weeks. While menus won’t go live until Feb. 1, the foundation announced dinner will be priced at $25, with lunch and brunch both priced at $15. 

The local impact: Both Houston Restaurant Weeks and Eat Drink HTX were inspired by Cleverley Stone, the late philanthropist and food correspondent who was passionate about bringing business to restaurants during traditionally slower seasons of the year, according to the release.
 

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Check out these new restaurants and bars opening across the Houston area.

Mao Cai Hot Pot Express now serving Sichuan cuisine in Cypress

The new hot pot eatery soft-opened to the community in late December and will host a grand opening Jan. 25, according to an announcement.

Mao Cai Hot Pot Express serves dishes inspired by Chengdu, China including individual hot pot bowls with broth, noodles and a variety of meats and vegetables. The restaurant operates with a fast-casual, build-your-own approach to Sichuan cuisine, per its social media.
  • 20510 West Road, Ste. 100, Cypress

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🍕 Renzi’s Pizza now serving Neapolitan-style pizza in Katy
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🍛 New Indian restaurant with modern twists to open in Webster
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☕️ Mazajj Organic Coffee now open in Cypress
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🍣 Ichiban Hibachi Steakhouse and Sushi Bar opens 2nd Katy location
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Caffe Di Fiore to open second location in Montgomery with Mexican, Italian comfort food menu

Caffe Di Fiore is planning a soft opening for its new Montgomery location Jan. 23, followed by a grand opening March 6, owner Eduardo Camarena said. He said the team chose the Conroe-Montgomery area to offer locals a warm, welcoming spot with “something a little different,” blending Mexican and Italian influences alongside familiar American comfort dishes.

Camarena said the business is built on family values and aims to create a friendly atmosphere where guests can gather often, whether dining with friends, as a couple or solo.
  • 19380 Hwy. 105 W., Ste. 502, Montgomery

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Real estate, networking and prizes: Community Impact's InCIder Hour heading to Houston on Jan. 21

As part of its newly relaunched community-supported membership program, InCIder, Community Impact is hosting InCIder Hours across the state—events designed to celebrate and engage the company’s top supporters.

Event details: Houston’s first InCIder Hour will take place from 5:30-7 p.m. Jan. 21 at Community Impact’s Houston headquarters, 16300 Northwest Freeway, Jersey Village.

Guests will have the opportunity to network with fellow InCIders, meet Community Impact staff and attend a moderated real estate-focused panel.

Become an InCIder today to get your invite! We’ll see you there.
 

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