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Cy-Fair Fire Department breaks ground on Station 15 in west Cy-Fair

The Cy-Fair Fire Department on April 7 broke ground on a new station near FM 529 and the Grand Parkway, the first of eight planned fire stations as part of CFFD’s long-term expansion.

The overview: Located at 7027 Settlers Village Drive in Houston, officials said Station 15 is strategically positioned near population growth and development near the Grand Parkway, where several master-planned communities have planted roots in the past decade.

The ESD 9 board of commissioners on March 26 unanimously authorized a guaranteed maximum price of approximately $12.85 million for the Station 15 project, closely aligning with the district’s budget of $13 million.

Quote of note: “We feel like we’re going to be extremely successful with this building and planning this station and putting it to use,” CFFD Chief Amy Ramon said. “Being able to protect our community better than we have been ... and this is the first step in that.”

Looking forward: Station 15 construction is scheduled to be complete by the second quarter of 2027, CFFD officials said.

 
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Swarovski, Tradehome Shoes to open at Willowbrook Mall

Willowbrook Mall officials told Community Impact two new shops have plans to open this summer. Tradehome Shoes plans to open at the former Lolli & Pops space while Swarovski will be opening at the current Fossil space.

The details: Founded in 1895, Swarovski is a jewelry store with locations worldwide and offers watches, earrings, bracelets, necklaces and rings amongst other accessories, per the website. With over 130 stores Tradehome Shoes offers women's apparel and accessories as well as men’s and kids’ apparel, per the website.
 

Your Weekend To-Do List

Check out these weekend events across the metro area.

The Woodlands Waterway Arts Festival

Katy Spring Market

April 10-12, times vary
The Woodlands

April 11-12, times vary
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Houston Barbecue Festival

Resonance & Repair

April 12, 1-4 p.m.
Humble

April 12, 4-6 p.m.
Houston

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Vonlane adds new luxury motor coach route in The Woodlands, connecting Houston metro and Austin

The luxury motor coach service Vonlane announced April 8 that its newest route will connect the Houston metro to Austin with a departure point in The Woodlands starting May 4. The route is the 12th for the company.

Vonlane launched a route between The Woodlands and Dallas last year. 

What to expect: Vonlane will offer services between The Woodlands and Austin seven days a week at The Woodlands Waterway Marriott Hotel & Convention Center, 1601 Lake Robbins Drive, The Woodlands, and DoubleTree by Hilton Austin-University Area, 1617 N. I-35, Austin.

More details: The introductory rate through Aug. 31 will be $99. The motor coach provides amenities such as Starlink Wi-Fi, meals, snacks, beverages and no baggage or change fees, according to the news release.

 

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