A number of road projects are underway in The Woodlands area, funded by the Montgomery County road bond as well as an ongoing project from the Texas Department of Transportation. This list is not comprehensive, and details are subject to change.

Robinson Road widening
Project: The project is widening Robinson Road to four lanes between Oak Ridge Park Drive and Willow Creek Park.
Update: Design plans are 60% complete and right-of-way acquisition is underway, according to an early May update.

• Timeline: completion TBD
• Cost: $32.61 million
• Funding source: Montgomery County road bond

• Timeline: completed in April
• Cost: $734,008
• Funding source: Montgomery County road bond

The fabric store Parisina opened May 11 in The Woodlands area in the former Joann location on I-45, an employee said.

What they offer: The store offers fabric cut by the yard in a variety of materials such as satin, cotton and velvet. It also offers some pre-cut fabrics and an assortment of other items for the home and craft materials such as yarn and art supplies.

• Opened May 11

• 25415 I-45 N., Ste. D, Spring

The Lone Star College Foundation marked 35 years since its founding at an annual fundraiser where more than $524,500 was raised to help students in need.

Something to know: The foundation was created in 1991 and has since helped 27,000 students. Designed to help students attend Lone Star College campuses despite financial obstacles, the LSCF offers scholarships, money for textbooks and emergency aid. Since its founding, the organization has raised:

• $30 million in scholarships
• $14.7 million in emergency aid

Harris County officials are gearing up for another summer of tough budget decisions as the projected shortfall for fiscal year 2026-27 could reach up to $257 million, according to a May 14 presentation to Commissioners Court.

The overview: Based on current spending forecasts, Harris County’s general fund shortfall for FY 2026-27 is projected to range from $129 million to $257 million pending the adopted property tax rate, OMB Director Daniel Ramos told Commissioners Court.

More details: While Harris County’s spending has increased year over year—jumping 12% in FY 2025-26 compared to the prior year—revenue sources aren’t keeping pace, the presentation shows. The county is on track to conclude the current fiscal year Sept. 30 with a $27 million shortfall, Ramos said. 

Quote of note: “You’re going to be hearing about Harris County fees, cuts [and] others soon enough if we don’t figure out a way to be more efficient,” County Judge Lina Hidalgo said. “We put the county and the people of Harris County at a $200 million hole irresponsibly last year.”

Need to catch up on Community Impact’s coverage from this week? Check out five trending stories across the Greater Houston area from May 11-May 15.

1. NewQuest starts construction on new retail space at The Grand at 249 in Tomball

2. Parisina fabric store opens in The Woodlands area at former Joann location

3. Magnolia ISD OKs construction managers-at-risk for bond projects, land purchase for new high school

4. Houston highlights security, transit preparations for 2026 FIFA World Cup

5. Potbelly now serving toasted sandwiches in Conroe