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Spring Klein Edition VOLUME 12, ISSUE 6 SEPT. 17OCT. 16, 2025

Opening obstacles

"The biggest issue for us was the actual renovations, especially for older people that were determined to do it themselves.” ELIZABETH YORK, OWNER OF LITTLE WOLF DESIGNS Little Wolf Designs owner Elizabeth York said the most challenging part of opening her business was dealing with contractors, so she and her husband renovated the facility together with their two dogs. (Iain Cridland/Community Impact)

New Spring, Klein-area business owners navigate permitting processes BY JOVANNA AGUILAR Long before the “open” sign is hung and customers start lining up, aspiring business owners face a behind-the-scenes gauntlet of paperwork, permits and inspections. From navigating county requirements to passing nal re safety inspections, local business owners say the road to opening a business is often paved with unexpected delays and in the Spring-Klein area.

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Also in this issue

Impacts: The Annex Crafthouse reopening under new ownership in Spring (Page 7)

Transportation: Houston-Galveston Area Council begins work on 2050 Regional Transportation Plan (Page 11)

Education: See how Klein ISD scored in the Texas Education Agency’s AF ratings (Page 13)

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2 Altered States Wellness Altered States Wellness, an experiential wellness studio, opened for service in Vintage Park on Aug. 25, business officials confirmed. The business offers services such as float therapy, red light therapy, infrared sauna, cold plunge and compression boots. • Opened Aug. 25 • 118 Vintage Park Blvd., Ste. C, Houston • www.alteredstateswellness.com 3 Chloe’s Auto Repair and Tire Chloe’s Auto Repair and Tire shop is now open off Gosling Road in Spring. The car repair shop offers full- service repairs to a variety of car makes and models including foreign, domestic, diesel and electric vehicles. • Opened in July 4 PCC Wealth Partners An independent, private wealth advisory firm is now offering client portfolio and financial planning services in Spring. Co-founded by Duane Dollar and Phillip Owens, the firm can assist clients in services related to investments, insurance and asset management, according to the business website. • Opened July 1 • 20008 Champions Forest Drive, Ste. 902, Spring • www.pccwealthpartners. 5 Nothing Bundt Cakes Nothing Bundt Cakes offers a variety of cake sizes from 8-10 inch cakes as well as personal cakes and mini bundt cakes sold by the dozen. Cake flavors available include lemon, strawberry cream and oreo; the bakery also offers gluten free options. • Opened Aug. 22 • 22600 Gosling Road, Spring • www.chloesautorepair.com 6 The Lending Space What was originally a shared workspace for women in business that closed in 2022 at the Spring retail plaza on Louetta Road has reopened with a new direction. Guests can access the space and book a room for content creation or browse apparel and accessories, according to the business’s website. • 2150 FM 2920, Ste. C, Spring • www.nothingbundtcakes.com

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11 Let’s Get Moving Relocation and logistics company Let’s Get Moving is set to open a new franchise location in Spring. The company’s moving services are able to assist residents in Spring and surrounding north Houston areas, according to the company’s website. • Opening in September • 21755 I-45, Spring • www.letsgetmovingusa.com 12 Chick-fil-a Construction is set to begin in May 2026 and finish in October 2026, according to the filing. The project has an estimated cost of $4.5 million. Details are subject to change. Menu items from the fast-food chain include chicken sandwiches, strips and nuggets, along with sides such as salads and fries. • Opening Nov. 2026 • 25527 Hwy. 249, Tomball • www.chick-fil-a.com 13 Paradigm Hair Salon Paradigm Hair Salon has filed plans for work at a site in Spring, according to a filing with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation. Renovations are set to begin in September and wrap up in April, according to the filing. The project has an estimated cost of $80,000. • Opening TBD • 24527 Gosling Road, Ste. J102, Spring O’Reilly Auto Parts O’Reilly Auto Parts Store is a retailer of automotive aftermarket parts, tools, supplies, equipment and accessories. The company has more than 6,400 stores across the country, Mexico and Canada, according to the

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7 Nadia’s Mediterranean Grill Nadia’s Mediterranean Grill has been serving Mediterranean and Lebanese cuisine for more than 17 years in the Spring area, according to the restaurant’s website. The family-owned eatery’s menu items include kebabs, falafel and gyros. • Opened June 12 • 21101 Gosling Road, Ste. 500, Spring • www.nadiasgrill.net 8 Mochi Dog Cafe At Mochi Dog Cafe customers can find asian treats from mochi donuts, Korean corn dogs, bubble tea and coffee, according to the website. • Opened July • 17195 Hwy. 249, Houston • www.totoromochidonut.com 9 DexaFit DexaFit officials said the health assessment studio is now offering data driven approaches for managing and preventing chronic conditions by optimizing diet, nutrition and fitness plans. Services are especially valuable for aging adults, women entering menopause, GLP-1 medication users, and anyone aiming to enhance their wellness strategy, officials said. • Opened Aug. 9 • 7630 Dowdell Road, Ste. 802, Spring • www.woodlands.dexafit.com

15 The Annex Crafthouse Texas-themed bar and restaurant The Annex Crafthouse has new ownership after local couple Justin and Nikki Green took over the business on July 1. The restaurant offers a variety of small bites and full entrees, many of which are named to celebrate Texas, like the King Ranch pretzel or the “Come and Take It” nachos. • 122 A Vintage Park Boulevard, Houston • www.annexcrafthouse.com

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10 Bojangles Chicken-focused fast food restaurant Bojangles announced three new locations coming to the Houston area. The menu will offer made-from-scratch biscuits, hand-breaded boneless chicken and iced tea, officials said. • Opening Dec. 2025

Closings

16 Thad’s Local decor shop Thads, known for its unique finds and front blue door, has closed after 40 years serving customers in Spring. The business confirmed the closure in an Aug. 1 Facebook post, thanking its customers. • Closed Aug. 1 • 110 Main St, Spring

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Apple-licious Bakery Bistro serving treats in Spring After a divine vision and a lifetime of inspiration from her entrepreneurial parents, Gloria Taylor

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traded real estate for the restaurant kitchen to open Apple-licious Bakery Bistro, a soul food spot built on faith, family and second chances. The self taught home cook said God called her to open not just one, but seven locations for Apple-li- cious Bakery Bistro, where people in need could nd both employment and hope. “I’m not just here for myself, right, if I fulll my purpose, then someone else gets to walk into this, because I’m making room for somebody else,” Taylor said. “So I’ve hired people that need a second chance, because guess what? Here you have room to grow.”

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Transportation

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H-GAC regional plan backed by $140B

The timeline

After incorporating public feedback from surveys and the third round of public meetings, H-GAC will provide a public draft project list slated for late 2026.

The Houston-Galveston Area Council is drafting a long-term blueprint for transportation investments through 2050. Residents across H-GAC’s planning region— including Brazoria, Chambers, Fort Bend, Galveston, Harris, Liberty, Montgomery and Waller counties—shared feedback during public meetings in July and August. At least $140 billion in local, state and federal funds are expected to be allocated over the next 25 years for projects part of the 2050 Regional Transportation Plan. H-GAC officials said the community’s perspective is critical to ensuring investments address key needs, such as population growth, sustainability and overall quality of life. Harris County alone is projected to see a 39% population increase by 2050, according to H-GAC data, creating additional demand for reliable infrastructure and expanded mobility options. “Community feedback is at the heart of this plan,” H-GAC Assistant Transportation Director Allie Isbell said. Several road projects currently underway in the Spring and Klein areas and listed in H-GAC’s plan through 2045 include the widening of the Grand Parkway from three to six lanes from Kuykendahl Road to Holzwarth Road. H-GAC officials have roughly $4.2 billion in funds allocated for projects to improve mobility along the I-45 north corridor. The H-GAC also lists $487 million in allocations to improve the Hwy. 249 corridor in Spring. The potential improvements include road repairs, congestion mitigation and active transportation needs.

1 Grand Parkway widening • Timeline: 2026-2030 • Project cost: $63.1 million 2 Kuykendahl Road widening • Timeline: 2026-2030 • Project cost: $10.44 million 3 Stuebner Airline Road widening • Timeline: 2026-2030 • Project cost: $21.53 million H-GAC is using the updated 2045 plan to identify projects. Three major projects are expected to be carried over to the 2050 RTP. H-GAC proposed transportation projects in the Spring area

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The public’s spending priorities included: • New roads and lanes • Existing roadway maintenance • Demand for travel • Pedestrian and bicycle improvements • Public transit • Enhancing operations with technology Harris County resident Jesse Bellow gave feedback on multimodal transportation. “Residents want options outside of driving their car and sitting in traffic and dreading their life,” he said.

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Education

BY EMILY LINCKE

Klein ISD received a “B” rating for both the 2023-24 and 2024-25 school years in the Texas Education Agency’s accountability ratings for school districts statewide. The ratings were released Aug. 15 after a legal battle that began nearly two years prior. Texas schools are rated on an A-F scale based on three criteria: student achievement, school progress and closing the gaps. “We’re proud of the academic growth these results represent for our students and educators,” Chief Academic Officer Anthony Indelicato said in an Aug. 14 KISD news release. “We will continue working hard to ensure a bright future for all of our learners in KISD.” Klein ISD earns ‘B’ in 2024-25 TEA A-F ratings

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Across the state, most school districts and campuses maintained or improved their A-F ratings between the 2023-24 and the 2024-25 school years. Of the 1,208 school districts across Texas, 24% received a higher rating, while 64% kept the same rating and 12% received a lower rating, TEA data shows. “Year over year, our schools have gotten better across the state for our kids,” Texas Education Commissioner Mike Morath told reporters Aug. 14. Texas school districts last received ratings through the A-F system for the 2022-23 school year in April, according to prior reporting. Since the A-F system’s launch in 2017-18, KISD has received five official ratings due to three years of State of Disaster declarations.

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Klein ISD could add virtual, hybrid programs Klein ISD could add virtual and hybrid courses or potentially convert a campus to remote learning by the 2026-27 school year after the district’s board of trustees voted Aug. 11 to research the possibility. What’s happening? In May, Texas lawmakers approved Senate Bill 569, granting public school districts and charter schools the option to consider adding virtual or hybrid courses, according to Texas Legislature Online. The bill also provides grant opportunities for districts that pursue adding these courses. “[I’m] excited for this possibility to be able to advance this,” board President Rob Ellis said. How we got here In July, district leaders met with KISD’s District Instructional Development Council about SB 569, according to Aug. 11 meeting documents. The

SISD superintendent nalist selected During the Spring ISD board of trustees’ special Aug. 18 meeting, interim Superin- tendent Kregg Cuellar was named the lone superintendent nalist pending a Sept. 9 vote. Cuellar has been serving as interim in the wake of former Superintendent Lupita Hinojosa’s retirement, eective June 1.

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Terms to know SB 569 provided guidance for school districts to establish virtual and hybrid learning options. Full-time hybrid programs Dened as any education program in which a student is in person less than 90% of the school year Full-time hybrid campuses A new denition meaning at least 50% of students are in full-time hybrid programs Full-time virtual programs Any education program in which a student has “minimal” in-person time at a campus Full-time virtual campuses A campus where at least 50% of students are in full-time virtual programs

Parade musical Enjoy a performance at Playhouse 1960 of Parade, a musical dramatization of the 1913 trial and imprisonment of Leo Frank. • Sept. 19, Sept. 26, Oct. 3, 7:30 p.m., Sept. 20, Sept. 27, Oct. 4, 7 p.m., Sept. 21, Sept. 28, Oct. 5, 3 p.m. • $22-$25 (admission) Man Of La Mancha The Man of La Mancha performance is inspired by Miguel de Cervantes’ 17th-century masterwork Don Quixote and set during the Spanish Inquisition. • Sept. 19, Sept. 20, Sept. 26, Sept. 27, Oct. 3, Oct. 4, Oct. 10-11, 7:30 p.m., Sept. 21, Sept. 28, Oct. 5, Oct. 12, 3 p.m. • $28-$42 (admission) • Stageworks Theater, 10760 Grant Road, Houston • www.stageworkshouston.org • 6814 Gant Road, Houston • www.playhouse1960.com Pix on the Plaza: Napoleon Dynamite Enjoy a free movie at City Place featuring ‘Napoleon Dynamite’. The rst 100 guests will receive free tater tots courtesy of Torchy’s Tacos. After that tater tots will

A Three-Man Tribute to Michael Bublé Celebrate the continuing career of recording artist Michael Bublé with a tribute performance featuring his catalog of music while adding a three-part harmony sound. • Oct. 4, 7:30 p.m. • $35-$75 (admission) • The Centrum, 6823 Cypresswood Drive, Spring • www.cypresscreekface.org

Fairway For Families Charity Golf Tournament Participate in the Kingdom Family Ministry’s Fairways for Families Charity Golf Tournament to support local families through community outreach programs. • Oct. 6, 8 a.m. (registration) 9 a.m. (shotgun start)-3 p.m. • $140 (per player), $540 (per team) • Northgate Country Club, 17110 Northgate Forest Drive, Houston • www.kingdomfamilyministry.org

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Michael Koma, owner of Beem Light Sauna in Vintage Park, said opening his rst business has been a lengthy process. Koma said the most tedious process was the site’s construction. “There’s always dierent things that come up that you’re maybe not expecting,” Koma said. “And we had to work through construction in an existing retail area. If you’re going through things like grinding oors, you have to be conscious of what you’re going to do, and when and how you’re going to do it.” Koma said it took seven months to nd a business location that t his needs, but the 2,200-square-foot building is expected to open in early September. He said the last step is the re marshal inspection, which he expects to have completed in two to three weeks. Similarly, Little Wolf Designs owner Elizabeth York highlighted the challenges of renovating a preexisting building. Her business took roughly ve months to open. Formerly a storage room for veterinary equipment, York said it took manpower to renovate and remove the junk left behind in the building. Due to challenges with her budget and dealing with contractors, York said she and her husband John York renovated the building themselves. “It took us a while, but at least we knew the quality of work was going to be meeting our expectations,” York said. Both York and Koma said they advise future business owners to thoroughly research any contractors they plan to hire to avoid delays and conict.

Prospective business owners in Texas can follow these steps to get started:

Scott Jeansonne, director of the Environmental Public Health Division for the Harris County Public Health Department, said there were some signicant statewide changes to food safety permitting implemented during this year’s legislative session. As a result, public health ocials are updating local regulations to comply with state statutes for small businesses, dened by the U.S. Small Business Administration as any for-prot company with fewer than 50- 250 employees, depending on industry. Per Senate Bill 1008, the HCPHD and other local health departments can no longer charge higher than the state health department for a permit, Jeansonne said. Another update shared for approval with the Harris County Commissioners Court on Aug. 26 includes plans to extend temporary food vendor permits from 14 days to one year. Jeansonne said House Bill 2844 requires all permits and food truck inspections to be performed by the state health department. The bill promotes regulatory consistency across the state to reduce barriers for small mobile food vendors, according to the nonprot Texas Policy Research. The Harris County Fire Marshal’s Oce also made signicant updates Jan. 1 to the Harris County Fire Code to require business owners to get a permit from the Harris County Engineer’s Oce before making substantial changes.

1 Write a business plan: Outline the main purpose and value proposition. 2 Choose the location: The business location will depend on the type of business operated. Consider looking at area zoning ordinances. 3 Finance the business: There are several options to fund a business, including an owner’s own savings, bank or micro loans, federal loans and crowdfunding. 4 Register the business: Sole proprietorships and partnerships need to register and le the business name with the local county clerk’s oce. 5 Analyze tax responsibilities: The potential tax responsibilities include taxes from federal, state and local tax authorities. 6 Research required business licenses and permits: Necessary licenses, permits, certications, registrations or authorizations vary depending on the business. 7 Investigate employer requirements: If planning to employ sta, there are federal and state employer requirements.

Some of the most common business permits in Harris County include:

A sales tax permit ( No fees needed ) Fire code & operational permits from Harris County Engineering Department, including a re marshal inspection ( $300 annually ) Local health department permit required for food establishments ( $420 annually ) Water & plumbing inspection ( varies ) Stormwater and drainage quality permits ( $500 annually )

Total small businesses vs. new business applications Total small businesses in Harris County

SOURCE: TEXAS ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT & TOURISM OFFICE COMMUNITY IMPACT

+7.5%

125,000 100,000 75,000 50,000 25,000

Notable quotes

“Although [delays] can be frustrating for the customer, we do understand they paid a lot of money to this company and have them put in a system that’s going to protect their investment.” TODD MITCHELL, CHIEF OF THE

“We are an enforcement agency. We do cite violations. We do issue citations, but our No. 1 goal is to educate food establishments and food establishment employees to basically prevent further violations in the

New Harris County business applications

125,000 100,000 75,000 50,000 25,000

+71.6%

foodborne health system.” SCOTT JEANSONNE, DIRECTOR, ENVIRONMENTAL PUBLIC HEALTH DIVISION FOR THE

PREVENTION REGULATORY DIVISION, HARRIS COUNTY FIRE MARSHAL’S OFFICE

HARRIS COUNTY PUBLIC HEALTH DEPARTMENT

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The HCFMO and other entities provide access to several resources to help with the process of opening a new business: www.hcfchub.net Assists inspection requirement guidelines www.liftfund.com Provides credit and services to small businesses and entrepreneurs www.franfund.com Provides loans to small businesses www.twc.texas.gov Supports businesses with fewer than 100 employees, and emphasizes training for new workers; funding for training is for full-time employees https://oce.harriscountytx.gov Includes guides and step-by-step walkthroughs for new development gov.texas.gov Provides comprehensive information on permits required for business enterprises

Chief Todd Mitchell with the Harris County Fire Marshal’s Oce said the department handles commercial inspections. Mitchell said nal inspections can take up to two weeks, but delays arise when a business doesn’t meet safety requirements.

Jeansonne said his division within the public health district inspects temperature checks, structural components and overall cleanliness for: • Restaurants • Grocery stores • Schools serving food A key delay business owners often face is the nal inspection with the HCFMO prior to opening. Mitchell said HCFMO sometimes has delays due to a high number of inspections, but the majority of delays are from poor oor plan designs. Mitchell said the HCFMO’s website lists information on oor plan and construction requirements needed to attain a certicate of occupancy from the HCFMO after the inspection. “The code book is out there. It’s not a secret. So the playbook is there. That’s exactly what our inspectors are inspecting; plus they have their approved set of plans,” Mitchell said.

Harris County Fire Marshal inspections 2019 640

2020 1,285 2021 1,261 2022 1,496 2023 1,689

794* 1,592

2024 2025

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BnX Burgers & Fries The restaurant offers hamburgers, bacon cheeseburgers, jalapeno cheeseburgers, patty melts and smash burgers. Chicken options include a grilled chicken sandwich, crispy chicken sandwich and a chicken tender basket. • Opened July 30 • 601 E. NASA Parkway, Webster • www.bnxburgers.com

Gelato & Co. With 16 artisanal flavors to choose from, Gelato & Co. serves traditional gelato, including flavors such as coconut, hazelnut and salted caramel, as well as sorbet and variegato, a traditional gelato blended with a modern twist, per the website. • Opened Aug. 2 • 20115 Bridgeland Creek Parkway, Ste. 103, Cypress • www.gelatoeco.com

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Mayahuel The restaurant offers a mix of modern and traditional appetizers, including oysters and caviar, tuna tostada, aguachile, beef carnitas and avocado and sikil p’aak. The menu also features a list of specialty tacos, such as Tacos Mar y Tierra, which has gulf shrimp and beef cheek confit. • Opened July 18 • 811 Buffalo Park Drive, Ste. 130, Houston • www.mayahuelrestaurant.com

Ni Hao Chinese Cuisine Guests can choose from a variety of traditional Chinese dishes on the menu including hand-folded dumplings, Sichuan noodles made in-house, crispy stir-fried chicken or beef, and fried rice. A hot pot option is also available where guests can create their own soups and dishes. • Opened in June • 25115 Gosling Road, Ste. 104, Spring • www.nihaocuisine.com

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Residential market data The 77379 and 77389 area saw a spike in year over year home sales in August according to Homeward real estate data, despite dropping across the rest of the Spring and Klein communities. The change in home sales comes as the average price of homes dropped slightly across the area with the exception of 77069.

Number of homes sold

August 2024

August 2025

+30%

-31.6%

-27.3%

+33.3%

-22%

+38.7%

77068

77069

77070

77379

77388

77389

99 TOLL

Median home sales price

77388

August

2024

2025

77379

249

$335,000 $305,000 $310,000 $388,500 $297,000 $610,000

$318,000 $337,500 $305,000 $385,000 $295,000 $580,000

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77070

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