A new Chick-fil-A will open in Magnolia on Sept. 4, according to an Aug. 28 news release.
The celebration: Guests who come to the Heritage Farms location dressed in cow spots or cow-spotted accessories on opening day can redeem one free entree or kid’s meal inside the restaurant or the drive-thru, officials said via news release. Restaurant officials also said they will celebrate the opening with a $25,000 donation to the Houston Food Bank.
8 eateries now open or coming soon to Tomball, Magnolia
Several eateries have opened or are planning to open in and around Tomball and Magnolia.
Cheater's Creamery, a homemade ice cream shop, had its grand opening on July 15, business officials confirmed. The ice cream shop serves flavors including ube, Biscoff cookie butter, fudge brownie butter and more.
Opened July 15
19003 Windsor Pointe Drive, Tomball
Portillos, a fast-casual restaurant serving Chicago-style street food, opened its location on Tomball Parkway July 22. The location serves menu items such as Italian beef sandwiches, Chicago-style hot dogs and crinkle-cut French fries.
Opened July 22
25531 Tomball Parkway, Tomball
Texas Roadhouse is expected to open its Magnolia location in October, according to a news release. The menu will feature a range of steaks, ribs, chicken, salads, hamburgers and more.
Harris County commissioners authorize letter urging updated flood maps from FEMA
Harris County commissioners are urging officials from The Federal Emergency Management Agency to release updated floodplain maps.
The gist: Precinct 2 Commissioner Adrian Garcia brought the motion to the Aug. 26 court meeting, where commissioners unanimously voted in favor to authorize a letter signed by court members to prioritize and expedite the maps which guide infrastructure and insurance decisions for a county with a growing population of more than 4.7 million residents and nearly 1.8 million households, according to the latest data by the U.S. Census Bureau.
“We respectfully urge FEMA to prioritize and expedite the release of these new flood risk maps for Harris County," Garcia said.
Zooming out: The last time frame FEMA was set to release Harris County’s preliminary flood insurance rate maps was in 2023, according to Harris County Flood Control District officials, as previously reported in Community Impact. Previously, the HCFCD projected FEMA would release maps in the spring or summer of 2022, but has continually pushed back its estimate.
22 fall events, festivals to attend around the Greater Houston area through early November
There are a variety of fall events and festivals taking place throughout the Greater Houston area through early November. This list is not comprehensive and events are subject to change.
P-6 Farms’ Fall Festival During weekends this fall, attendees can visit P-6 Farms and enjoy its fall festival, which will include activities such as a pumpkin patch, vintage rides, pig races, food, drinks and themed photo opportunities.
Saturdays and Sundays between Sept. 27-Nov. 2, 10 a.m.-6:30 p.m.
$25.95
9963 Poole’s Road, Montgomery
The Famous Market’s Fall Festival This festival in Pearland will feature over 50 vendors, a kids’ zone, food, a DJ and arts and crafts for attendees to enjoy.
Sept. 27, 11 a.m.-6 p.m.
Free (admission)
Pearland Town Center, 11200 Broadway St., Pearland
St. Paul’s 2025 Fall Festival and Craft Show In Katy, St. Paul’s Episcopal Church will host its 14th annual fall festival and craft show that will feature vendors, food for sale, children’s activities and a train.
