Tasked with creating more jobs and pouring dollars back into the economy, the U.S. Small Business Administration Houston District Office used a portion of the 2009 stimulus package to increase its loan guarantee from 75 percent to 90 percent and waived all borrow fees to promote economic growth in the community.

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NW Houston communities prone to flooding

By Kimberly Stauffer Friday, 19 March 2010 00:10

In Harris County, flooding is a constant occurrence as the flat landscape across Southeast Texas allows the ample rainfall each year to quickly swell bayous, creeks and, most damaging, streets.

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Stand and be counted: 2010 Census takes roll

By K. Jenney Friday, 19 March 2010 00:00

In March, the U.S. is taking roll call as the country (and Puerto Rico) undergoes its 23rd census.

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Shopping center flourishes in midst of economic downturn

By Kimberly Stauffer Friday, 19 February 2010 00:00

Brightening the economic outlook for the Cy-Fair area, Houston Premium Outlets, the high-end shopping center on Hwy. 290, helps pump dollars back into the local economy by creating an upscale experience in northwest Houston’s backyard.

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Communication key for crime prevention

By Josef Molnar Friday, 19 February 2010 00:00

Law enforcement departments and officials stationed across the northwest Houston area from Tomball to FM 529 are working together to reduce crime through increased interdepartmental communication and partnership.

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Greenway project links local parks throughout NW Houston

By Josef Molnar Friday, 22 January 2010 00:00

Whether hiking the green trails along Cypress Creek, riding the placid waterways for miles or playing at nearby parks, residents and landowners are being encouraged by a local group to enjoy the creek and do what they can to improve it.

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Subsidence forces shift to surface water

By Kimberly Stauffer Friday, 22 January 2010 00:00

Houston residents can expect to see their water bills increase as the city and its outlying areas convert from groundwater to surface water in 2010.

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LSCS to open university center in NW Houston

By Kimberly Stauffer Tuesday, 15 December 2009 15:27

Northwest Houston community college students will have more opportunities to earn higher degrees closer to home with Lone Star College System’s recent purchase of 1.2 million sq. ft. of the Hewlett-Packard campus.

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Northwest Houston retailers report mixed holiday sales

By Josef Molnar Tuesday, 15 December 2009 15:26

Local stores see changes in seasonal shopping habits

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NW Houston companies employ wellness programs

By Kimberly Stauffer Friday, 20 November 2009 14:07

A visible marker of the new corporate philosophy, company wellness benefits are introducing educational and incentivized workplace programs to improve employee health and enhance productivity.

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