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If you're wondering what the smell of smoke is around the Houston area...
BRAZORIA COUNTY, Texas — Depending where you are, you may have noticed the strong smell of smoke Monday morning. It’s likely because of what’s going on in Brazoria County. There’s a wildfire that’s been burning since Sunday. The fire is burning near County Roads 227...
Part of highway in Baytown buckles under Houston heat
BAYTOWN, Texas — All of Harris County was under a heat advisory on Sunday and Monday. And it’s not just taking its toll of people. Roads are feeling the heat, as well. That includes a road in Baytown that buckled, apparently from the heat. Samantha K. shared video that showed a big issue with Highway 146 near Main Street.
2 Texas Cities Named Dirtiest in the Country
A recent study found two Texas cities were among the filthiest in the United States. This is one of those cases in which I have to ask that you not shoot the messenger. I didn’t conduct the study; I’m merely reporting on it. And yes, it pains me when I have to share anything negative about my beloved Lone Star State.
Dickinson Mayor Sean Skipworth resigns after months of political turmoil
His resignation came after citizens petitioned for a recall vote for months. Dickinson Mayor Sean Skipworth sent in his letter of resignation on Monday after citizens have been petitioning for a recall vote for months. Back in early May, Skipworth announced that he intended to resign on July 5; instead,...
Friendswood City Council opts to keep public hearing comments at 5 minutes
Friendswood City Council approved some changes to how it will carry out its meetings but opted to maintain the same amount of time for public hearing comments. (Sierra Rozen/Community Impact) Friendswood City Council approved some changes to how it will carry out its meetings but opted to maintain the same...
Pasadena officials questioned about canceled scholarships for Latinas
PASADENA, Texas - Members of the Pasadena community are seeking explanations from city officials after two college scholarships designated for Latina students were unexpectedly canceled. At a city council meeting Tuesday morning, Cesar Espinoza, director of immigrant advocacy group FIEL, challenged Pasadena Mayor Jeff Wagner and City Attorney Jay Dell....
Kemah City Council to discuss food truck ordinances
Kemah City Council at a special meeting on July 2 will consider amending the city’s policy on food trucks in town. (Courtesy city of Kemah) Kemah City Council at a special meeting on July 2 will consider amending the city’s policy on food trucks in town. The full...
League City Animal Advisory Committee approves revision of Community Cat Program policy
League City is getting set to restart its community cat program after changes to the policy were approved by the animal advisory committee at a meeting in June. (Courtesy Pexels) League City is getting set to restart its community cat program after changes to the policy were approved by the...
EAGLE SCOUT CANDIDATE BUILDS XERISCAPE GARDEN
City Of League City Government · EAGLE SCOUT CANDIDATE BUILDS XERISCAPE GARDENFor his Eagle Scout project, Nathaniel Decker built a Xeriscape Garden in front of League City’s Communications Building.Xeriscape is a landscaping method developed for arid and semiarid climates that utilizes water-conserving techniques such as the use of drought-tolerant plants and decomposed granite or mulch. Nathaniel and his friends worked hard over three weekends to get the job [...]
CALLING ALL REALTORSLeague City is hosting a FREE breakfast for realtors in our area on July 17
City Of League City Government · CALLING ALL REALTORS League City is hosting a FREE breakfast for realtors in our area on July 17 from 8 a.m. to 9 a.m. at the Civic Center. RSVP at https://LCTXRealtor.eventbrite.com Learn more about residential development in our community from Mayor Nick Long and City Manager John Baumgartner.Plus receive FREE copies of the League City Resident Guide and the city's Coloring Book to give to your clients when they close on their home [...]
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