Vanessa Holt

Projects to rebuild and renovate several The Woodlands Fire Department buildings in 2025 are finished or near completion as part of a $14.5 million spending package.

Plans for a Goodwill store proposed at Cochran’s Crossing Village Center were turned down by The Woodlands Township’s Development Standards Committee Nov. 5.

Four candidates are vying for a seat on The Woodlands Township board of directors.

Businesses in The Woodlands area that have opened recently or announced an upcoming anniversary include a seafood restaurant, fitness and physical therapy locations as well as a long-standing health clinic.

Since chains such as Randalls and Kroger have closed several stores in the region, township leaders and the leasing company Regency Centers said they are looking at options other than a single large grocery store for the remaining spaces.

Events this weekend include the annual The Woodlands Pride Festival as well as several seasonal trick-or-treat opportunities.

A free concert will be held at Hughes Landing and Shenandoah plans a family fun day.

The Woodlands Area Chamber of Commerce held a candidate forum for the open position on The Woodlands Township's board of directors, Position 6, on Oct. 9.

As of early September data, industrial, office and retail occupancy were higher in The Woodlands area compared to the third quarter of the previous year, according to data from Caldwell Cos.

The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion announces first show for 2026 season