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Maximum Rage relocates within Humble, adds ax throwing

Maximum Rage has relocated within Humble to a larger space, allowing the business to offer new activities, owner Crystal Nwagwu said.

What they offer: As previously reported by Community Impact, the business offers activities geared toward stress relief—such as rage rooms—and creativity, such as paint splatter. With the relocation, the venue now also offers ax throwing, Nwagwu said.

Quote of note: "Maximum Rage Humble's new spacious location brings rage rooms, ax throwing and paint splatter together for the ultimate stress relief" Nwagwu said via email June 12. "Release stress, get creative and make unforgettable memories with friends, family or coworkers." 

Some context: The business first opened in January 2024 and was previously located at 1702 First St. E., Ste. E, Humble.

  • Relocated in May
  • 1003 Atascocita Road, Unit H, Humble

 
Latest Education News
Humble ISD votes to reduce size of district's school library advisory council

Humble ISD trustees approved a change to the district’s school library advisory council that will reduce the number of members from 21 to a minimum of seven.

The details: Trustees approved the measure during the June 16 special board meeting.

Board President Mike Grabowski said the change was being recommended after board members received feedback suggesting 21 members was too large of a group.

A closer look: The change to the SLAC is coming after trustees initially established the committee in October.

The SLAC provides recommendations related to adding new library materials, reviewing materials following a formal challenge, updating policies or guidelines related to library collections, and additional duties related to school libraries.

Some context: The SLAC was established as part of Senate Bill 13, which passed in the 89th Texas Legislature earlier this year and expands parental rights to review and question instructional and library materials used in the district.

 
City Coverage
Houston passes assistance fund to help qualified residents with new $5 fee

Houston will assist residents who need it with the new $5 administration fee that will address solid waste issues.

The big picture: Beginning July 1, the city of Houston will start charging residents of single-family homes $5 on their water bills.

Houston City Council passed an ordinance June 17 that would expand the Water Aid to Elderly Residents Fund, or WATER, to seniors, low-income residents and people with disabilities, who will now be able to request assistance.

The WATER Fund, which is a donation-based assistance program, also assists residents with their water and wastewater bills. It is funded through donations and provides up to $100 every six months toward eligible residents’ bills, according to Houston Public Works.

The ordinance, which was introduced by council member Alejandra Salinas, passed unanimously.

Stay tuned: The fee begins taking place July 1. However, depending on the bill cycle, some residents will not see the fee added until their August bill.

 
Mark Your Calendar
Free waterpark admission, car simulation: 6 Father’s Day celebrations to attend June 20-21

Here are six events happening in and around the Greater Houston area, June 20-21, to celebrate Father’s Day.

This list is not comprehensive, and events are subject to change.

Houston Zoo Father’s Day Event
The Houston Zoo is hosting a Father's Day weekend event with special ticket packages, giraffe feedings and family activities June 20–21

  • June 20-21, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
  • $99 for two guests
  • 6200 Hermann Park Drive, Houston

Long Weekend
Long Weekend, a cowboy cuisine & sports bar, will offer a special Father’s Day promotion and menu specials June 21. The first 25 dads through the door will receive a complimentary gift courtesy of Still Austin Whiskey Co. 
  • June 21
  • Menu special prices vary
  • 2044 E. TC Jester Blvd., Houston

Big Rivers Waterpark and Adventure Park Father's Day Deal
Big Rivers Waterpark and Adventure Park will offer free admission to fathers with the purchase of another ticket. A free beer or soft drink will be included with admission.
  • June 21
  • Free (admission)
  • 23101 Hwy. 242, New Caney

 
Around Town
Landry’s Seafood House now serving Gulf Coast cuisine in Hobby Airport

Landry’s Seafood House is now serving passengers near Gate 41 in William P. Hobby Airport, Houston Airport officials announced in a June 9 news release.

On the menu: The restaurant—which has both sit-down and bar seating—serves a variety of seafood options as well as steaks, sandwiches, salads, pasta and breakfast options, per the release. Guests can also enjoy a full bar with beer and cocktails.

Also of note: The new restaurant opening comes as the Houston area hosts the FIFA World Cup with an expected 4.5 million visitors across both Houston airports over the course of the tournament, Community Impact reported.

“Houston Airports is focused on creating a passenger experience that feels efficient, welcoming and distinctly Houston,” said Jim Szczesniak, director of aviation for Houston Airports. “Landry’s Seafood House gives Hobby Airport travelers a full-service dining option and a recognizable local connection as we prepare to welcome soccer fans from around the world.”

 

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

Wonder Pops opens first permanent location in the Heights

Wonder Pops opened its new service window and patio space at 428 West Cottage St., Houston, on June 3, founder Karla Rosa Garcia confirmed.

The fruit popsicle shop is based in the Heights and vends at farmers’ markets and private events throughout Houston.


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🍕 Anthony & Luca's Pizza Kitchen opens first Texas shop in Cy-Fair
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🥟 The Dumpling Zone opens at Metropark Square
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🍗 Peruvian restaurant Urban Brasa now open in Katy
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🥐 Common Bond Coffee and Bakery now open in Spring
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Gangnam BBQ & Sushi serves all-you-can-eat Korean barbecue, sushi

Manager Jay Kwon said when local Korean barbecue enthusiasts craved sizzling meats grilled tableside, they often had to travel outside the community to find it.

In August 2025, Kwon said that ended with Gangnam BBQ & Sushi, an all-you-can-eat Korean barbecue eatery founded to fill the gap in Korean barbecue. The aroma of marinated meats sizzling over tabletop grills and fresh sushi rolls arriving at the table fill the lively atmosphere. Unlike the typical Korean barbecue experience, Kwon said diners at Gangnam BBQ & Sushi can get both all-you-can-eat barbecue and sushi.


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Statewide News
Report: Camp Mystic failed to prevent deaths, shirked responsibilities in July 4 flood

About two weeks shy of the anniversary of deadly flooding that devastated parts of Central Texas last summer, state lawmakers approved a 115-page report chronicling what they deemed “failures” at Camp Mystic, a Christian youth camp where 27 young girls died.

The details: The family running Camp Mystic was not prepared to respond to a disaster in flood-prone Kerr County and did not act quickly enough to save campers’ lives, investigators said during a June 18 hearing at the Capitol.

Investigators Casey Garrett and Michael Massengale told lawmakers about recent interviews with teenage counselors who witnessed the July 4 tragedy, reiterating a key point from hearings earlier this year: all deaths at Camp Mystic could have been prevented if camp leaders had planned ahead and acted more quickly.

"Nobody had any idea what they needed to be doing, and it crippled them," Garrett said.

Looking ahead: Lawmakers adopted the investigative team’s report, which will be shared with legislative leaders as they draft additional policy changes in response to the flood during the 2027 state legislative session.

 

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