Aubrey Vogel

College Station

Government Reporter at Community Impact Newspaper

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H-GAC to host public meeting for Hwy. 90A transit corridor study

6 days ago | communityimpact.com | Aubrey Vogel

Community members will have a final chance in late April to weigh in on the creation of a transit system in southwest Houston and Fort Bend County. What residents need to knowThe Houston-Galveston Area Council, in partnership with the Gulf Coast Rail District—which is dedicated to enhancing the economic benefits of railways—is seeking public feedback on creating a transit system along the Hwy. 90A corridor.
What Katy, Fulshear voters need to know about early voting for May 3 election

6 days ago | communityimpact.com | Aubrey Vogel

What residents need to knowCity of Katy and Katy ISD residents can cast their votes at one of six early voting locations citywide, which are open from 7 a.m.-7 p.m. from April 22-26 and April 28-29, according to ISD’s website.
3rd Katy HTeaO location to open in 2026

1 week ago | communityimpact.com | Aubrey Vogel

Another HTeaO location is set to open in Katy in 2026, officials confirmed via email. On the menuThe menu features a variety of sweet and unsweet flavored tea options, including strawberry passion, peach cobbler, coconut, blueberry and mint, according to its website. Guests can also enjoy various coffee options, such as macchiatos, lattes and mochas.
$1.31M design contract underway for voter-approved animal shelter

1 week ago | communityimpact.com | Aubrey Vogel

Design will soon be underway for the $20 million animal shelter approved by Sugar Land voters. The gistAt an April 15 meeting, Sugar Land City Council approved a $1.31 million design agreement with PGAL Inc. for the city’s animal shelter. The shelter will be located in Imperial Park along Hwy. 90A, said Lane Wolf, senior manager of vertical construction for Sugar Land.
Construction to begin on Sugar Land’s all-abilities park

1 week ago | communityimpact.com | Aubrey Vogel

Galaxy All Abilities Park, the first all-abilities park funded by Fort Bend County, is moving forward after delays following high bid numbers, county officials said. The big pictureAt an April 8 meeting, Fort Bend County commissioners approved a $601,961 construction contract focused on site preparation with DL Meacham L.P. The Sugar Land park, set to be located at 1515 Stadium Drive, is near Constellation Field.
Former county commissioner candidate Taral Patel pleads guilty to 2 misdemeanor charges

1 week ago | communityimpact.com | Aubrey Vogel

Taral Patel, the former Democratic candidate for Fort Bend County Precinct 3 commissioner, pleaded guilty April 15 to two misdemeanor charges of misrepresentation of identity by a candidate. Two-minute impactOver the last 10 months, court documents show Patel was charged on eight claims, including two other misdemeanors for misrepresentation of identity and four felony charges for online impersonation.
Panda Express opens 5th Katy location

1 week ago | communityimpact.com | Aubrey Vogel

Chinese eatery Panda Express has opened its fifth Katy location, officials said. On the menuThe menu features customizable meals with a choice of entrees including orange chicken, broccoli beef and kung pao chicken as well as side options such as fried rice, chow mein and super greens, according to its website. Zooming outThe chain has more than 2,300 stores, including Katy-area locations at Fry Road, Westheimer Parkway, Mason Road and Grand Parkway, according to its website.
Leveraging the Legislature: University of Houston at Sugar Land completes legislative-funded project, asks for additional building

1 week ago | communityimpact.com | Aubrey Vogel

University of Houston at Sugar Land officials are set to complete construction in late June on its second academic building aimed at enhancing space for its engineering and technology programs. The $65 million space, which broke ground in October 2023, was approved by the Texas Legislature in 2021 as a part of the state’s $389 million capital construction bond awarded to the university for improvements across campus facilities and infrastructure, officials previously said.
Missouri City increases water pumpage rate for FY 2025-26

1 week ago | communityimpact.com | Aubrey Vogel

Missouri City residents will see an increase in water pumpage rates in fiscal year 2025-26. What residents need to knowAt an April 7 meeting, Missouri City City Council approved a $0.40 pumpage fee increase per 1,000 gallons of water in a 5-2 vote. Mayor Robin Elackatt and council member Monica Riley were the dissenting votes.
Your Divorce to open first brick-and-mortar location in Katy

2 weeks ago | communityimpact.com | Aubrey Vogel

The gistThe company aims to offer a nontraditional divorce solution that simplifies the process, reduces stress and saves time and money, founder Mercedes Barker said in an email.