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Nov. 21 and is now o ering mobile and internet services. Per the website, there are two additional AT&T Tomball locations in the area. • Opened Nov. 21 • 25517 Hwy. 249, Tomball • www.att.com 4 Books-A Million With locations ranging from 4,000 square feet to 30,000 square feet, Books-A-Million o ers an expansive selection of books, magazines, bargain books, collectible supplies, toys, technology and gifts. In addition, Books-A-Million stores feature the Joe Muggs Caè, a full-line co ee and espresso bar o ering a wide selection of gourmet co ees, teas, desserts and
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5 Dairy Queen With over 7,700 locations Dairy Queen is known for its Blizzards, or rm ice cream served with a variety of inclusions, as well as burgers and cakes, according to the website. • Opened Nov. 17 • 4410 Telge Road, Cypress • www.dairyqueen.com 6 The Dumpling Zone With a focus on dumplings, per the website, The Dumpling Zone o ers soup dumplings, boiled dumplings, steamed dumplings and pan fried dumplings. The eatery also o ers noodles, vegetarian dishes and chef specials. • Opened Oct. 22 • 12361 Barker Cypress Road, Ste. 900, Cypress • www.pos.chowbus.com/online-ordering/store/The- Dumpling-Zone/ 7 First Class Martial Arts At First Class Martial Arts students can learn the fundamentals of martial arts and learn about self- control, condence, discipline, and respect while also strengthening their physical capabilities. • Opened September • 12630 Huffmeister Road, Cypress • 832-665-9976
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2 A2Z Pizza Houston-based pizza restaurant A2Z Pizza announced the grand opening of its second location, which will serve the Cypress area. A2Z Pizza specializes in classic and loaded pizzas such as pepperoni, philly cheesesteak and chicken bacon ranch pizzas. • Opened Nov. 14 • 7016 Fry Road, Ste. D, Cypress • www.a2zpizza.co 3 AT&T AT&T ocials said the new Tomball store opened on
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1 88 Korean BBQ & Sushi 88 Korean BBQ & Sushi serves Korean barbecue including beef and chicken options that can be cooked at the customers table, as well as sushi rolls, sashimi, hand rolls, ramen noodles, rice dishes and hibachi. • Opened in October • 25414 Hwy. 290, Cypress • www.88koreanbbqandsushi.com
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8 One Bridgeland Green A new 49,000-square-foot mass timber oce building is now open in Bridgeland according to development rm Howard Hughes. The oce building incorporates engineered wood known as mass timber and ¤oor-to- ceiling windows. Tenants also have access to patio space, bicycle storage and showers. • Opened Nov. 13 • 20203 Bridgeland Creek Parkway, Cypress • www.onebridgelandgreen.com 9 Party Mini Golf A new mini golf course is opened in the Vintage Park area according to management ocials. Party Mini Golf provides an 18-hole course with music and snacks available throughout the venue. • Opened Nov. 28 • 14443 Vintage Preserve Parkway, Houston • www.partyminigolf.com 10 Pizza Twist The fusion pizza joint o ers a combination of traditional pies and Indian-inspired twists including naan pizzas, Tikka Masala pizza and butter chicken pizza, according to the restaurant’s website. Pizza Twist also serves a variety of pastas, wings and desserts, with Halal and gluten-free items available. • Opened Oct. 3 • 10760 Barker Cypress Road, Ste. 200, Cypress • www.pizzatwist.com 11 Sakura Bistro Japanese Asian fusion restaurant Sakura Bistro specializes in providing a variety of fresh sushi and Asian dishes like lo mein, fried rice and udon noodles. The restaurant also o ers a variety of special sushi rolls. • Opened Nov. 3 • 11808 Barker Cypress Road, Cypress • www.sakuraasianbistro2.com 12 Kelsey-Seybold Clinic Kelsey-Seybold Clinic has added a second building to its Northwest Campus, previously known as Cypress Clinic, with space for up to 40 providers in a variety of medical specialties, according to a Nov. 18 news release. • Opened Nov. 18
• 19926 Hwy. 290, Houston • www.kelsey-seybold.com
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13 Pappa Geno’s Philly cheesesteak specialty restaurant Pappa Geno’s is opening a new location in the Cy-Fair area according to store management. The business focuses on o ering cheesesteak sandwiches with traditional Texas ¤avors. • Opening January 2026 14 Seoulside Wings Seoulside Wings, a Houston-based eatery specializing in Korean comfort food, will open its rst storefront in Jersey Village. Owner Jane Lim told Community Impact Seoulside balances sweet, savory and spicy ¤avors in dishes including Cupbap, double-fried Korean wings and loaded kimchi fries. • Opening January 2026 • 8307 Jones Road, Jersey Village • www.pappa-genos.res-menu.com 15 Vegas Texas Casino Vegas Texas Casino is a practice-style casino where guests can enjoy classic casino-style entertainment such as blackjack, baccarat, roulette, craps, and a variety of skill-based and sweepstakes slot machines. The casino is fully compliant with all Texas gambling and sweepstakes laws, and no gambling of any kind is o ered, ocials said. • Opening Dec. 15-Jan. 1 • 17456 Hwy. 290, Houston • www.seoulsidewings.com
17 The Cheesecake Factory Known for its cheesecakes and extensive menu, The Cheesecake Factory o ers over 250 dishes and 40 legendary cheesecakes and desserts, per the website. Specialties o ered at the new location include Thai stir fried noodles, sh tacos and
chicken piccata. • Opened Nov. 18
• 29216 Hempstead Road, Cypress • www.thecheesecakefactory.com
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18 Shoe Carnival Board members with the family footwear retailer Shoe Carnival announced Nov. 13 they unanimously voted to change the company name to Shoe Station. The national retailer o ers both name brand and private label merchandise including footwear and accessories,
• 12810 Telge Road, Cypress • www.vegastexascasino.com
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according to its website. • Changing by Dec. 2025 • 13784 Hwy. 290, Houston • www.shoecarnival.com
16 Bella Gaia Hydration Head Spa Bella Gaia Hydration Head Spa celebrated one year of business in November. As part of the celebration, the business is hosting a giveaway for a trip to Paris for new customers who book a session through Dec. 31 according to management ocials.
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3 Grant Road widening Project: Widen two lane road to four lane boulevard from Telge Road to Shaw Road. Update: The project is in the design phase. • Timeline: 2026 • Cost: TBD • Funding sources: Harris County, Precinct 3 4 Barwood subdivision improvements Project: Subdivision drainage improvements and pavement reconstruction throughout subdivision to increase drainage capacity, reduce ood risk, and reduce long term maintenance costs. Update: This project has entered the construction phase according to Harris County precinct 3 o cials. • Timeline: Second quarter 2026 • Cost: $1.1 million • Funding sources: Community Development Block Grant, Harris County
1 Cypress Creek Estates Subdivision improvements Project: Subdivision drainage improvements and pavement reconstruction for increased drainage capacity, reduced ood risk, and reduced long-term maintenance costs. Update: Funding for this project is approved and will focus on addressing drainage issues throughout the subdivision. • Cost: $10.1 million • Timeline: Fourth quarter 2026 • Funding source: Federal grant managed by Harris County Engineering Department 2 Cypress North Houston Road Project: Widening roadway from two lanes to a four lane concrete boulevard with raised medians and underground storm sewer system. The project also includes new or upgraded tra c signals at Autumn Mills
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Government
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Harris County launches dashboard to track mosquito-borne illnesses
What residents should know
The most common mosquito-borne diseases in Harris County are West Nile, Dengue, Zika, chiku- ngunya and St. Louis Encephalitis. As of Nov. 25, 14 total cases of both West Nile and Dengue were reported. Severe reactions to look out for include low-grade fever, hives and swollen lymph nodes, ocials said. HCPH’s website features a form for residents to report potential breeding sites to the county.
Harris County Public Health o cials announced the launch of an online dashboard to update the community about human cases of mosquito-borne diseases reported in the county, outside the city of Houston. “The new dashboard is a valuable tool for residents to stay informed about mosquito- borne diseases in our area,” HCPH Emerging Diseases Director Jennifer Kiger said in a news release. Throughout the year, HCPH’s mosquito and vector control department o cials track, test, and eliminate disease-carrying mosquitoes in the county. In 2025, HCPH con rmed the West Nile virus was present in the northern section of the county, including in parts of Cypress, Spring, and Tomball.
Conrmed Cypress-area 2025 disease activity Harris County public health reported the following number West Nile cases in 2025
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related to the spread of illnesses transmitted by mosquitoes. Harris County’s subtropical climate, diverse mix of urban and rural landscapes complicate the spread of illnesses, including the region’s vulnerability to weather events like ooding, the 2024 report found.
The interactive dashboard, at www.hcphtx.org/ MosquitoDiseases, provides daily, real-time county maps where mosquito-borne diseases have been identied and practical prevention tips. While the prevalence of mosquitoes peaks every summer, ocials said the bugs also persist in the o season. HCPH looked at six years of available data, between 2017 and 2022, and found trends
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Government
BY SARAH BRAGER & MELISSA ENAJE
Harris County ESD 9 board censures Commissioner Paiva The Harris County Emergency Services District No. 9 board voted unanimously Nov. 20 to censure Commissioner Rob Paiva for ongoing misconduct allegations brought forward in an Oct. 20 special-called meeting. What’s happening? Censure refers to a formal reprimand of a board member’s behavior, but it does not strip Paiva of his position as an ESD 9 commis- sioner, ocials said at the Nov. 20 meeting. The board voted Oct. 20 to le a complaint against Paiva with the Harris County district attorney’s oce to investigate allegations of unauthorized expenditures, collusion and Texas Open Meetings Act violations. Paiva attended the Nov. 20 meeting, but left before the vote took place and did not respond for comment as of press time. White Oak Bayou channel upgrades boost storm protection Ocials with Harris County Precinct 3 Commis- sioner Tom Ramsey’s oce announced in a Nov. 17 news release work on a channel widening for the White Oak Bayou tributary has been completed. The $28 million ood mitigation project could safeguard approximately 2,000 homes from major storm ooding in the Cypress area. The details The project was funded through the voter-ap- proved 2018 Harris County Flood Control District bond program, ocials said, and it widened the channel and converted the area to concrete, which will reduce erosion and improve stormwater ow eciency. “This project also reects the use of great engineering put forth by professionals with knowledge of this community and its needs for better stormwater conveyance," Ramsey said in the news release.
Judge appointed to new civil court Jermaine Thomas will serve as judge for Harris County’s newly created fth civil court at law starting in December after Harris County commissioners unanimously appointed Thomas at the Nov. 13 court meeting. Why now? In March, Harris County commissioners requested that Texas lawmakers create ve additional civil district courts by 2027.
The White Oak Bayou channel improvement was completed in November.
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Harris County rolls out online property tax platform Harris County ocials announced the launch of a new online platform designed to make it easier for business and property owners to process tax payments ahead of tax bills arriving in the mail throughout October and November. What to expect Key features on the new platform will include prepayment plans for 2026 taxes starting in Feb- ruary or March and automatic monthly payment
withdrawals to avoid penalties and interest. Users can now create a prole on the new tax site, Ramirez said, and starting in February, home- owners and business owners can start a prepaid tax payment plan and choose how many months in advance to spread payments automatically. Property and business owners can access the county’s new tax site at: www.myharriscountytax.com
Tax Assessor Annette Ramirez announced the new online system launch of “My Harris County Tax Account” on Nov. 19 in Downtown Houston. “Anything that we can do to make it easier to help our homeowners stay current on their taxes and not go delinquent, that is my goal,” Ramirez said.
2026 property tax dates April 1: Last day for business property
April 30: Last day to apply for many types of exemptions and for agricultural, timber, or wildlife productivity appraisal
May 15: Deadline for ling protests to the Appraisal Review Board (or by the 30th day after a notice of appraised value is mailed to the property owner, whichever is later)
October 1-31: Tax bills are usually mailed during this month
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Education
BY SARAH BRAGER
Cy-Fair ISD will oer three virtual learning options to certain grade levels in the 2026-27 academic year, according to a Nov. 6 presentation to the board of trustees. In a nutshell Students in the new Virtual Pathways Program can choose between three options, according to the presentation: • Full-time and primarily asynchronous Virtual Academy, available to fourth and fth grade and ninth through 12th grade • Partially remote Flex Learning with one to two classes completed asynchronously, available to 11th and 12th grade • Tuition-based supplemental courses taken outside of the school day, available to all high school students Virtual Pathways Director Meredith Akers said the district developed the program after almost 40% of surveyed parents indicated interest in exible online learning. All online courses will be taught by CFISD teachers, many of whom will be hired specically for the program, Akers said. Students enrolled in the Virtual Academy will remain students at their home CFISD campus, Akers said, and their curriculum will match in-person learning. They can also participate in extracurricular activities at their campus of residence, she said. Cy-Fair ISD to oer virtual learning starting fall 2026
Akers said the benets of the Flex Learning program and supplemental courses include bal- ancing classwork with jobs and extracurriculars, accelerated graduation and college readiness, as many postsecondary institutions also oer virtual coursework. “We know that online learning is the ‘now’ big thing because many of our CFISD resident students are already choosing to attend virtual schools and programs instead of staying here in our district,” Akers told the board Nov. 6. Some context Texas Senate Bill 569, signed into law in May, allows school districts to receive average daily attendance funding for students in virtual pro- grams, meaning virtual enrollment will not hurt CFISD’s annual funding, per the presentation. Akers said it’s also possible the district could gain back average daily attendance funding if students who previously withdrew to attend non-CFISD virtual options enroll in the Virtual Pathways program. Learn more Akers said the district plans to expand the full- time virtual academy in fall 2027 to include middle school students and oer ex learning courses to grades ninth and 10th, depending on interest. CFISD also intends to oer virtual summer school for high school students by 2028, she said. There is no exact cap on the number of students who can enroll in Virtual Pathways as of press time. Families can sign up on the district’s website by Dec. 18 for priority enrollment or Feb. 16 for nal enrollment. “I’m excited that we’re embracing new technol- ogy [and] the educational competition that’s only going to increase every single year,” Trustee Justin Ray said Nov. 6.
Resident students in non-CFISD virtual programs, 202425 According to withdrawal reports, 1,112 students who live within district boundaries chose to attend non-CFISD virtual schools or programs in the 2024-25 academic year.
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“Something I’m really excited about and proud to share is that our program is not going to be an outside curriculum.” MEREDITH AKERS, CFISD VIRTUAL PATHWAYS DIRECTOR
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YOU Make This Community Strong.
This holiday season, Cy-Fair Fire Department is grateful for every neighbor, partner, and leader who helps make this community what it is. Cy-Fair is special because of its people, and we’re proud to serve alongside you.
To Seniors and Caregivers: Your experience, dedication, and care anchor this community. Thank you for trusting us. To Community Volunteers, Nonprofits, and Neighborhood Organizations: You fill the gaps, lift up our neighbors, and keep Cy-Fair connected. Your work matters. To Churches and Houses of Worship: Your support, compassion, and outreach help make Cy-Fair feel like home. To Local Businesses: Your investment and teamwork help our district thrive. Thank you for standing with us. To Our Public Safety Partners: Law enforcement, emergency management, mutual aid partners, and all who serve beside us—you make this community safer and stronger. To Cy-Fair Fire Department Personnel: Firefighters, EMTs, paramedics, dispatchers, and every support professional—your dedication keeps this community protected 24/7. Thank you for your service.
To the People of Cy-Fair: You are what makes this community extraordinary. Your resilience, kindness, and pride inspire us every day. Thank you for showing up, reaching out, and supporting your first responders year after year. We are honored to serve you. To Our Teachers and Students: You shape the future of Cy-Fair every day. Thank you for creating safe places to learn and for partnering with us to keep families protected. To Our Healthcare Partners: Hospitals, clinics, and care teams—your skill and compassion save lives. We value your partnership. To Local Officials and Civic Leaders: Your leadership and support help us serve a rapidly growing community. Thank you for keeping Cy-Fair’s families front and center. To Our Veterans and Military Families: Your service and sacrifice strengthen this community. We are honored to serve you.
Here’s to another year of protecting, serving, and growing together.
From all of us at Cy-Fair Fire Department, we’re proud to serve you!
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Education
BY SARAH BRAGER
Cy-Fair ISD shrinks 2025 decit by over $16M Cy-Fair ISD concluded scal year 2024-25 with a smaller budget decit than initially projected, according to a Nov. 6 nancial accountability presentation to the board of trustees. The overview In June, CFISD ocials projected the district’s budget shortfall for FY 2024-25 at approximately $24 million, Community Impact previously reported. A Nov. 6 presentation of the district’s Annual Comprehensive Financial Report shows CFISD spent approximately $27.6 million more than it brought in last scal year. However, the district concluded the scal year with only an $11.1 million decit after sta accounted for a net reduction in payroll costs due to unlled positions. More details CFISD ended FY 2024-25 with a fund balance
CFISD approves new 2026 fall break Cy-Fair ISD students and sta will get a week-long fall break from school starting Oct. 12-16 in the 2026-27 academic year. How we got here As a district of innovation in Texas, CFISD gets more exibility from the state to create an academic calendar that best ts community needs, ocials said. All calendars must include a minimum of 75,600 minutes for students, inclement weather days and a 187-day contract for teachers, per the Texas Education Code. Districtwide Educational Improvement Council member and CFISD teacher David Hunt said they’ve considered adding a fall break for the past several years in order to compete with neighboring districts that oer the week o.
Cy-Fair ISD expenditures, FY 202425
Instruction: 65.7% Other: 12.2%* Facilities: 7.9% Campus leadership: 5.1% Transportation: 4.9% Counseling: 4.2%
*OTHER INCLUDES COSTS FOR TECHNOLOGY, HEALTH AND SAFETY, DISTRICT LEADERSHIP AND EXTRACURRICULARS
NOTE: THE DISTRICT SPENT $79M ON NUTRITION SERVICES, BUT THAT FUNDING DOES NOT COME FROM LOCAL TAX DOLLARS.
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of $549.6 million, per the report. The district spent only 1.56% of its annual budget on general administration costs, including district leadership, compared to the statewide average of 3.51%, the report found. The district spent the bulk of its budget on instruction, according to a spending breakdown.
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Independent-living communities cater to older adults with limited care needs. Most include amenities, such as tness programs, housekeeping and communal meals. Assisted-living communities specialize in providing care and supervision. These facilities frequently oer a full range of amenities as well as limited medical assistance. Memory care facilities specialize in providing care to seniors with Alzheimer's, dementia and other cognitive issues. Sta members are trained to help residents manage these diseases. Hospice care is intended to relieve symptoms and suering associated with a terminal illness in those who have been given six months or less to live. The patient must choose to forgo further curative treatment. Nursing home/skilled nursing facilities provide care to those with illnesses or mental conditions requiring full- time monitoring and medical care.
Park Creek Type: Independent living, short-term living, personal care Opened: January 2018 Cost: $3,150 and up per month Total units: 126 Amenities: Gated community, swimming pool, courtyard area, front yard options, community library,
Coppereld Healthcare and Rehabilitation Type: Skilled nursing, short-term rehab, long-term care Opened: 2009 Cost: $195-$300 per day Total units: 124 Amenities: In-house therapy, skilled nursing, in-house and outpatient therapy services, specialized wound care, activities program, dining program Mansions at Hastings Green Senior Type: Independent living Opened: 2008 Cost: $1,023-$1,215 per month Total units: 252 Amenities: Beauty salon, meditation room, carpet in bedrooms, garbage disposal • 11707 Fallbrook Drive, Houston • www.mansionshastingsgreensenior.com Misty Willow Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center Type: Short-term rehabilitation and long-term care Opened: 2016 Cost: $2,115-$6,920 per month Total units: 124 Amenities: In-house therapy, skilled nursing, activities, gym, bath spa, garden • 7107 Queenston Blvd., Houston • www.copperieldhealthcare.com Morada Senior Living Type: Independent living, assisted living, memory care Opened: 1998 Cost: $2,250-$5,188 per month Total units: 112 Amenities: Full-sized kitchens, walk-in showers, pet friendly, outdoor spaces, arts and crafts, game rooms, full-service beauty salon, Bible study, generator, transportation • 11500 Fallbrook Drive, Houston • www.moradaseniorliving.com/morada-cy-fair The Solana Preserve Vintage Park Type: Independent living Cost: $4,100-$6,210 per month Total units: 117 Amenities: Clinic, general store, beauty salon, therapy room, chapel, cafe, community kitchen, private dining room • 14221 Vintage Preserve Parkway, Houston • www.brookdale.com • 12921 Misty Willow Drive, Houston • www.mistywillowhealthcare.com
full salon, tness center, media room • 16718 Huffmeister Road, Cypress • www.parkcreekactiveliving.com
Village Green Alzheimer’s Care Home Type: Memory care Opened: 2017 (Humeister location), 2019 (Grant location) Amenities: Housekeeping, nurse on call, personal laundry services, medication management, hair salon, physical therapy, customized menu, pet friendly • 14520 Huffmeister Road, Cypress; 13058 Grant Road, Cypress • www.villagegreenalzheimerscare.com Cost: $6,000 and up per month Total units: 16 at each location
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Bristol Park at Cypress Type: Assisted living, memory care Opened: 2016 Cost: $3,811-$5,195 per month Total units: 78 Amenities: Three meals a day, transportation, daily scheduled activities • 17935 Longenbaugh Drive, Cypress • www.bristolparkcypress.com Faireld Creek Estates Type: Independent living Opened: 2014 Cost: $462-$1,609 per month Total units: 140 Amenities: Covered entries, microwave oven, 9-foot ceilings, controlled accessed gates, community laundry room • 27550 Hwy. 290, Cypress • www.fairieldcreekapartments.com
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Arella on Jones Type: Independent living Opened: April 2021 Cost: $1,390-$2,229 per month Total units: 229
Amenities: Two private dining rooms, gaming lounges, tness and yoga studios, full-service salon and spas, library, faith rooms, business center, movie theater, bar and lounge area, in-house physical therapy, multilevel clubhouse, art studio, outdoor kitchen and dining, pool, dog park, interactive gaming green area • 12840 Jones Road, Houston • www.arellajones.com The Auberge Type: Memory care Opened: March 2014 Cost: $5,370-$6,900 Total units: 90 Amenities: 24/7 on-site nursing, pharmacy services, medication management, dependent diabetic management, in-house physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, art and music therapy, physician visits, dental services, visiting podiatry services, visiting lab services, visiting home health
Ivy Point Type: Independent living Opened: July 2020 Cost: $1,587-$2,632 per month Total units: 136
Amenities: Library, movie room, on-call maintenance, gated access, dog park, elevators, greenhouse, lounge area, yoga room, pool • 14928 Mueschke Road, Cypress • www.ivypointcypress.com
services, visiting hospice services • 10120 Louetta Road, Houston • www.aubergevintagelake.com
Magnolia Assisted Living Type: Assisted living and memory care
BeeHive Homes of Cypress Type: Assisted living, memory care, short-term care
The Solana Vintage Park Type: Assisted living, memory care Cost: $4,595-$9,460 and up per month Total units: 87
Opened: December 2024 Cost: $5,000 per month Total units : 16
Opened: May 2020 Cost: call for pricing
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Amenities: Clinic, general store, beauty salon, therapy room, chapel, cafe, community kitchen, private dining room • 19929 Chasewood Park Drive, Houston • www.brookdale.com
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Solea Coppereld Apartments Type: Independent living Opened: April 2017 Cost: $1,579-$2,499 per month Total units: 129
Amenities: Resort pool, coee bar, tness classes, library, pet friendly, Wi-Fi, outdoor grilling stations • 8300 Queenston Blvd., Houston • www.soleacopperield.com Windermere Estates Type: Assisted living Opened: 2019 Cost: $3,000-$5,500 Total units : 65 Amenities: Housekeeping, weekly laundry services, Wi- Fi and cable included, group activities • 11246 Fallbrook Dr, Houston • www.sinceriseniorliving.com/windermere-estates This list is not comprehensive.
Cadence Creek at Towne Lake Type: Independent living Opened: August 2023 Cost: $1,857.99-$3,63.88 per month Total units: 237 Amenities: Cottages with attached private garages,
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$81M Greenhouse Road tunnel set for 2026 construction From the cover
The big picture
Greenhouse Road underpass The Greenhouse Road connection will travel under the Union Pacic railroad crossing to the Hwy. 290 underpass. Greenhouse Road extension and construction Hwy. 290 Overpass reconstruction
Project details Construction is set to run through 2030. $81M estimated cost
According to project details shared by Harris County MUD 500 and Caldwell Companies, the new underpass will include an expanded overpass on Hwy. 290, a tunnel structure underneath the Union Pacic railroad and additional sidewalks and pedestrian crossings. As previously reported by Community Impact , Greenhouse Road will be expanded to a six-lane roadway with 10-foot-wide hike and bike lanes along both sides of the roadway. The project has been under design and gathering funding for nearly 20 years, but according to Harris County Precinct 3 ocials, funding for the entire estimated $81 million project has been secured as of November 2025. The cost of the project is being shared between multiple agencies, including Harris County Precinct 3, Harris County MUD 500, Harris County Toll Road Authority, the Houston- Galveston Area Council and the Texas Department of Transportation. The project was also supported by local agencies such as Harris County Emergency Services District No. 9. “Drivers will now have an underpass to get from north of 290 to south of 290, and this is especially important to allow emergency vehicles to bypass trains coming through the area and avoid delay,” Harris County Precinct 3 Commissioner Tom Ramsey said. Ramsey’s oce said the project is set to go out for bid on construction in February 2026.
5 agencies covering project cost
10ft wide hike and bike lanes
Sidewalks along underpass Greenhouse Road tunnel
6 lane roadway
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Cypress residents currently use underpasses such as Fry Road to get to the Towne Lake development.
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Greenhouse road extension Median
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Average daily trac growth Some of the busiest intersections are on either side of where Greenhouse Road is set to cross under Hwy. 290.
Why it matters
The impact
According to the Towne Lake development’s master plan–which is overseen by development rm Caldwell Companies–there are still just over 85 acres of land along Hwy. 290 and the proposed Greenhouse Road extension marked for commer- cial and mixed-use development. “It is just hugely important. It shortens the emergency services response times between the north side of Hwy. 290 and the south side of Hwy. 290 and it’s provides just an unbelievable trac relief between Barker Cypress and Fry Road, which have been at just terrible level of service levels for many, many, many years now,” Caldwell Companies President Peter Barnhart said. According to Harris County Precinct 3 Com- missioner Tom Ramsey’s oce, several other projects are set to happen around the construction of Greenhouse Road in order to help with trac ow such as reconguring the underpass at Baker Cypress Road and Hwy. 290.
When it comes to addressing transporta- tion issues in the Cypress area, the biggest challenge is not having a city to advocate on a more local behalf of residents and businesses, Cy-Fair Chamber of Commerce President Leslie Martone said. “There’s so many things and so many factors at play, and without a city that manages it and does all of the coordination we’re lost,” Martone said during the Nov. 6 meeting. “So it’s really up to us to do that as a chamber, to be passionate about that; and I think that’s why it’s important to continue to have these conversations and hold people accountable.” Martone expressed gratitude for the proj- ect nally having more denitive timelines and funding.
Vehicles on Barker Cypress Road at Hwy. 290
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SOURCE: TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATIONCOMMUNITY IMPACT
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In their words
Stay tuned
The other major factor will be the reconstruction to widen the Hwy. 290 overpass at Skinner Road, which will potentially cause additional trac delays. Additionally, work to widen the Grand Parkway from Hwy. 249 to Hwy. 290 will also likely intersect with the timeline for the Greenhouse Road work, Eric Heppen, director of engineering at Harris County Precinct 3, said.
Multiple ocials said they anticipate the most intensive portion of construction will be constructing a tunnel-like underpass structure beneath the Union Pacic railroad which runs parallel to Hwy. 290. “The project will entail going under the railroad and any time that has to happen there will be a lot of steps to get to the nish line,” Martone said.
“This project will transform the way trac travels around the US 290 corridor in Cypress.”
TOM RAMSEY, HARRIS COUNTY PRECINCT 3 COMMISSIONER
Greenhouse Road construction
2028 January: Hwy, 290 overpass reconstruction complete December: Barker Cypress overpass reconguration bid process starts
2030 December: Estimated nal completion date of pedestrian crossings and sidewalks, light timing.
“Any time we can alleviate trac o of Barker Cypress [Road] and Fry Road, it is a good thing.” LESLIE MARTONE,
2027
2026 February: Estimated Greenhouse Road construction bid date April-June: Potential Greenhouse Road construction start
2029 January: Barker Cypress overpass reconguration project construction start
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CYFAIR CHAMBER OF COMMERCE PRESIDENT
SOURCE: HARRIS COUNTY PRECINCT 3, HARRIS COUNTY MUD 500COMMUNITY IMPACT
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Events
BY JOVANNA AGUILAR
Cypress Winds Holiday Concert Join Cypress Winds as they ring in the holiday season performing treasured carols and beloved classics such as Leroy Anderson’s “Sleigh Ride.” • Dec. 18, 7 p.m. • Free (admission) • Cy-Fair Lone Star College, 9191 Barker Cypress Road, Cypress • www.cypresswinds.org Nate & Daryl Enjoy a live music performance featuring local artists Nate & Daryl at Creekwood Grill. • Dec. 20, 6:30-9 p.m. • Free (admission) A Glorious Christmas The Houston Choral Society invites the community to ring in the season with a holiday performance and a visit from Mr. and Mrs. Claus. • Dec. 20, 7:30 p.m. • $16-$32.07 (admission) • The Foundry Church, 8350 Jones Road, Houston • www.houstonchoralsociety.org • 12710 Telge Road, Cypress • www.creekwoodgrill.com
December
Holiday Follies Get into the holiday spirit with holiday performances created by Stageworks artists. • Dec. 12-13, 19-20, 7:30 p.m.; Dec. 13-14, 19-20, 2 p.m. • $28-$42 (admission) • Stageworks Theater, 10760 Grant Road, Houston • www.stageworkshouston.org Houston Methodist Cy-Hoops Invitational A total of 24 teams, including 12 CFISD boys varsity teams will be playing in the tournament. Attendees are invited to the championship game. • Dec. 13, 5:30 p.m. • $5 (adults), $3 (students), $10 (tournament pass) • Berry Center, 8877 Barker Cypress Road, Cypress • www.thecfef.org Cy-Fair Chamber of Commerce Luncheon Commissioner Tom S. Ramsey will be the speaker at the Cy-Fair Chamber of Commerce luncheon. • Dec. 16, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. • $40 (members), $45 (non-members) • Berry Center, 8877 Barker Cypress Road, Cypress • www.cyfairchamber.com
Run Houston The Sam Houston Race Park is hosting a 5 and 10k run presented by Houston Methodist. There will also be a 1K run for kids. • Jan. 3-Jan. 18, 8:30 a.m. • $24.99-$44.99 • 7575 North Sam Houston Pkwy. W Gate 3, Houston • www.shrp.com
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