Rachel Leland

Houston

Government Reporter at Community Impact Newspaper

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Health Care Edition: Biotech, life sciences booming in Pearland

1 week ago | communityimpact.com | Rachel Leland

The local impactPearland’s 77584 ZIP code is already home to more Texas Medical Center workers than any other in the area, according to the Pearland Economic Development Corporation. In 2011, Merit Medical Systems became the first medical manufacturer to move into the Lower Kirby District, which is now home to five life sciences companies, PEDC President Matt Buchanan said.
New martial arts gym opens in Pearland

1 week ago | communityimpact.com | Rachel Leland

Woody's Gym, a martial arts gym, will hold its open in Pearland in July, according to a social media post. Long story shortThe gym will offer classes in boxing, muay Thai and self defense. Other options include one-on-one training sessions, a free one-week trial and classes specifically for women, adults, teens and children, according to the business's website.
Graeson Bee in League City now closed

1 week ago | communityimpact.com | Rachel Leland

Graeson Bee, a children's clothing boutique in League City, closed on June 13, according to a social media post. Long story shortThe shop was owned by the family behind the TLC show “Outdaughtered," and after opening in 2022 was sometimes documented on the show. Quote of note"When I look back on the beginning of this journey, I remember the dream in my heart-to create a space that was more than just clothes," Graeson Bee owner Danielle Busby wrote in a June 7 post.
Tookie’s Hamburgers secures $600K incentive to return to Seabrook

2 weeks ago | communityimpact.com | Rachel Leland

After years in Kemah, the popular Tookie’s Hamburgers & More will return to Seabrook in October, thanks in part to a $600,000 inventive awarded by the Seabrook Economic Development Corporation, or SEDC. What happenedThe SEDC voted to award the incentive package to Tomato Group, LLC, for Tookie’s to relocate from Kemah to the Seabrook Marina at its June 10 meeting.
Kelsey-Seybold eyeing land for new clinic in east Pearland

2 weeks ago | communityimpact.com | Rachel Leland

Kelsey-Seybold is seeking to build a medical clinic near Pearland Parkway in east Pearland. However, some city planners are hoping to receive more assurance from the health care company before approving the necessary zoning requests.
Historical marker recognizing early Japanese settlers unveiled in League City

2 weeks ago | communityimpact.com | Rachel Leland

Community members and history enthusiasts gathered at Fairview Cemetery in League City on May 26 for the unveiling of a state historical marker commemorating the legacy of Japanese immigrants who first settled in the Houston-Galveston area over a century ago.
LEGO resale shop Bricks & Minifigs to open location in Bay Area

2 weeks ago | communityimpact.com | Rachel Leland

Bricks & Minifigs, a LEGO resale shop, will open a location in Webster in the fall, an official with the business confirmed. Long story shortThe business allows customers to buy, sell and trade new, used and retired LEGO bricks, minifigures and sets, according to its website. This will be the ninth location to open in the Greater Houston area, according to the business' website. Bricks & Minifigs has locations all across the country. Opening August or September20814 Gulf Freeway, Ste.
League City annexes 211 acres of land

2 weeks ago | communityimpact.com | Rachel Leland

League City just annexed 211 acres of land on its north and south side. What you need to knowLeague City City Council voted 7-1 at its June 10 meeting to annex 131 acres of land located in Galveston County within League City’s extraterritorial jurisdiction and 80 acres of land located near FM 517. Council member Andy Mann voted against the annexation but did not provide comment at the meeting for his decision.
3 new trailheads added to Clear Creek Trail project

2 weeks ago | communityimpact.com | Rachel Leland

Pearland city planners have updated the city’s Clear Creek Trail project to build a trail network along the watershed with three new trailheads and a pedestrian bridge. What you need to knowPearland City Council voted unanimously at its June 9 meeting to approve design revisions to the Clear Creek Trail project. The Houston-based Gauge Engineering is carrying out the project, which will now have three new trailheads and a bridge.
8 events to attend in the Bay Area during June, July

2 weeks ago | communityimpact.com | James Norman |Rachel Leland |Haley Velasco

Tejano Music NightsAttendees can enjoy Tejano music every Sunday in June and July. Lineups throughout the season will include Joel Hernandez Band, Grupo Delirio Band, Grupo Mensaje, Los Chamacos, Gary Hobbs and Magnifico Seite, among several others. June 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, July 6, 13, 20, 27Free (admission)215 Kipp Ave., Kemahwww.kemahboardwalk.com/tejano-music-nights Check out some events taking place in the Bay Area throughout June and July.