From jousting knights and artisan markets to new performances and holiday traditions, the 2026 Texas Renaissance Festival returns to Todd Mission this weekend for eight themed weekends filled with entertainment, history and family adventures just northwest of Houston. READ MORE

Tomball’s beloved “Two Miles of Smiles” returns Nov. 21 as the 61st Annual Tomball Holiday Parade fills Main Street with a patriotic twist celebrating America’s 250th birthday. READ MORE

Watchtower Defense has opened its new headquarters and manufacturing facility in Tomball, introducing new ownership, expanded production capabilities and plans for a new product lineup in 2027. READ MORE

Nearly $2.4 million in support from the Tomball Regional Health Foundation has helped Lone Star College students overcome financial barriers, prepare for health care careers and, in many cases, return their skills to hospitals and clinics serving the greater Houston and Tomball communities. READ MORE

Harris County residents can receive free clinical breast exams at Harris County Public Health clinics and mobile units throughout October, with mammogram referrals and scheduling assistance available when recommended. READ MORE

A familiar face at the Tomball Depot Museum received a hometown honor as Barbara Powell, a 1973 Tomball High School graduate and longtime community volunteer, led the 2026 Tomball High School Homecoming Parade as Grand Marshal. READ MORE

Tomball’s new Cheddar’s Scratch Kitchen will officially open Oct. 19 on Tomball Parkway, bringing the Texas-born restaurant’s scratch-made comfort food and signature Honey Butter Croissants to the community. READ MORE

The family-owned charcuterie and edible artistry business is leaving its Tomball storefront for a new home at 408 Wilson Road in Conroe, marking a fresh start after an earlier move to Magnolia unraveled before opening. READ MORE