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14 Shoe Carnival The national footwear retailer is changing its name in 2026 to Shoe Station. The name change is intended to reflect the company’s foundation for becoming the nation’s leading family footwear retailer. • 8032 S. Gessner Road, Houston • www.shoecarnival.com Lifesaver Literacy Kits The Houston Public Library launched these news kits in December for teachers and students that include a Brainchild Study Buddy device, Challenger books, dictionaries and a calculator to help equip literacy centers with the tools needed to help adult students build confidence. • www.houstonlibrary.org/home
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16 Trader Joe’s The grocery store chain confirmed plans to open a new store in Bellaire that will replace the former Randall’s. The national chain retailer is known for its branded products and carries fresh produce, snacks, meat, beer and wine, flowers and baked goods. • Opening TBD • 5130 Bellaire Blvd., Bellaire • www.traderjoes.com
17 Doc’s Jazz Club Conceived by jazz pianist Brent Watkins, the modern take on the golden-age supper club now features a full mezzanine level, a performance stage, an upstairs bar, private alcoves and cabaret-style seating. • Opened Nov. 11 • 1201 Westheimer Road, Ste. A, Houston • www.docsjazzclub.com
Closings 15 Taco Cabana
Officials with the fast-casual Tex-Mex restaurant announced the permanent closure of two nearby restaurants. Restaurant officials did not provide a reason for the closures. • Closed in late 2025
• A 3905 Kirby Drive, Houston • B 7501 Bellaire Blvd., Houston • www.tacocabana.com
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