BY COMMUNITY IMPACT STAFF
16 GameStop The large retail gaming hub closed several more stores in early January, after more than 590 stores closed in fiscal year 2024. Officials said the closures are spurred by the significant rise in downloadable games. • Closed in January • 8880 Bellaire Blvd., Houston • www.gamestop.com 17 Francesca’s After 25 years in business, the Houston-based women’s specialty retailer will be closing all of its stores. The company opened its first boutique in 1999. • Closed in January • 2515 University Blvd., Houston • www.francescas.com
on-campus bookstore is closed until further notice to undergo renovations that will start in the spring. The updated shop will feature an expanded interior, a landscaped backyard and a freestanding public restroom.
Now open
• Renovations start in spring • 1520 Sul Ross St., Houston • https://bookstore.menil.org
14 Jason’s Deli The fast-casual sandwich shop celebrated its 50th anniversary with giveaways and new menu items, including a new chicken and wild rice soup, cheesy truffle pasta with chicken and a beef brisket sandwich. • Anniversary Dec. 30 • 4001 Bellaire Blvd., Ste. C, Houston • www.jasonsdeli.com
Closings
18 Candente The neighborhood favorite Tex-Mex restaurant opened its second location in Bellaire in late December. The Sambrooks Hospitality concept offers combo dinners, burritos, enchiladas and a cocktail menu with classic margaritas. • Opened Dec. 22 • 5101 Bellaire Blvd., Bellaire • www.candentehtx.com
Worth the trip
15 Sprinkles Cupcakes Founder Candace Nelson announced the immediate and permanent closure of all Sprinkles locations on Jan. 2. The business functioned as a cupcake ATM. • Closed Dec. 31 • 2563 Amherst St., Unit A134, Houston • www.sprinkles.com
Blue Willow Bookshop The bookstore, founded in 1996, will celebrate 30 years of business in 2026. The bookshop sells a variety of genres, including travel, true crime and thriller. • Anniversary in 2026
• 14532 Memorial Drive, Houston • www.bluewillowbookshop.com
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