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Managed lanes proposal approved for Hwy. 290

Managed lanes proposal approved for Hwy. 290

One of the first steps involving a proposed $1.3 billion project to install managed lanes on Hwy. 290 from Loop 610 to the Grand Parkway is complete.

Blackberries of Houston

Photo by Marie Leonard

Cypress couple offers spot for blackberry picking.

Roger Hord

Photo by Marie Leonard

President of the West Houston Association discusses transportation and development.

Cypress Saloon

Photo by Edgar Rodriguez

Facility offers place to enjoy live music.

Grand Parkway history

Courtesy Grand Parkway Associati

The future toll road has a long history in Houston.

American Road Hog Cycles

Photo by Kevin Koloian

Shop fixes and restores motorcyles.

Mario's Taco and Burger House

Photo by Marie Leonard

Authentic Mexican cuisine offered at family owned restaurant.

Summer Camp Guide

A guide to the camps held in Northwest Houston this summer.

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Harris County growth

County expects growth spurt to continue

More than 75 percent of the growth in Harris County took place in unincorporated areas between 2000 and 2010, according to a 2011 Harris County population study.

May 18, 2012 by in Northwest Houston

Cy-Fair ISD

Courtesy CFISD

Cy-Fair ISD trustees adopt 2012-13 budget with no cuts

The Cy-Fair ISD board of trustees approved the district’s annual budget May 14, and for the first time in about five years it does not include any reductions.

May 15, 2012 by in Northwest Houston

Project growth around Jersey Village Crossing

Jersey Village to wait for developer interest south of Hwy. 290

The idea that a commuter rail line could run alongside Hwy. 290 garnered support for a future transit-oriented development in Jersey Village, but there has been a challenge in drawing developer interest.

May 18, 2012 by in Northwest Houston

Portion of FM 529 to be five lanes

Photo by Kevin Koloian

Portion of FM 529 to be five lanes

A road-widening project that began in August 2010 and runs through August of this year was designed to reduce congestion and improve safety along FM 529 from Greenhouse Road to west of Fry Road.

May 18, 2012 by in Northwest Houston

Primary Election

Ray, Sheppard take seats on Jersey Village City Council

Justin Ray and Sheri Sheppard will fill two open seats on the Jersey Village City Council, according to unofficial results.

May 12, 2012 by in Vote Houston Metro

H-E-B Fairfield

Marie Leonard

Fairfield H-E-B to open by end of year

Construction on a new H-E-B at the corner of Hwy. 290 and Mason Road in Fairfield has begun, and the new store is expected to open by the end of the year.

Apr 26, 2012 by in Northwest Houston

LSC solar

Courtesy LSC–CyFair

Lone Star College–CyFair unveils new solar panels

Lone Star College–CyFair is increasing its sustainability efforts with the help of solar panels and an electric vehicle, both of which were unveiled April 24 during an Earth Day event.

Apr 24, 2012 by in Northwest Houston

2012 ELECTION COVERAGE

Harris County commissioner candidates in Precinct 4 discuss top issues as the county grows

Three republicans and two democrats are vying for the position of Harris County commissioner, Precinct 4.

Apr 24, 2012 in Vote Houston Metro

Harris County 2012 income limits for affordable housing

Developer of low-income housing project yields to Copperfield residents

The developer of a low-income housing project proposed for Hwy. 6 and Jackrabbit Road withdrew his application April 16 following a heated Copperfield Coalition meeting.

Apr 17, 2012 by in Northwest Houston (1 Comments)

Filling the gap, doing more with less

County offices innovate to save money

Various Harris County offices were left reeling after the 10 percent cut in the 2011 fiscal year.

Apr 20, 2012 by in Northwest Houston

Electric cars get a boost with new charging stations

Photo by Edgar Rodriguez

Electric cars get a boost with new charging stations

The companies ECOtality and eVgo are seeing the fruits of their labor as efforts to install electric car charging stations around Houston have come full circle in the past few months.

Apr 20, 2012 by in Northwest Houston

Spring Cypress Road

Photo by Marie Leonard

Spring Cypress Road expansion begins this spring

By the end of next year, one portion of Spring Cypress Road will appear much different, following the completion of a construction project to widen the roadway and alleviate congestion in the area.

Apr 20, 2012 by in Northwest Houston

Cy-Fair ISD trustees approve land donation for new elementary

Plans for Elementary 53 in Cy-Fair ISD are shaping up, after trustees accepted a 1.5-acre land donation April 12 from Bridgeland Development.

Apr 13, 2012 by in Northwest Houston

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