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In Pearland, Texas, a massive change is coming. A 12-acre site at Broadway & Reed — nearly the size of nine football fields — is being transformed into a new “Asian Town” business campus. This development promises to bring new retail, dining, cultural hubs and job opportunities to the area, reinforcing Pearland’s evolution from quiet suburb into a thriving economic node. Local officials say this is more than just a new shopping area — it’s a statement of confidence in Pearland’s future and its place in the greater Houston-region economy. Residents are watching closely, eager for benefits but also mindful of traffic, infrastructure and preserving the character that made Pearland attractive in the first place. ...
This video reports on a tragic traffic incident near Pearland in which a 14-year-old driver was killed on Highway 288. The video shows how the teen was being pursued by the police and accompanied by family members in another vehicle; the circumstances leading up to the fatal crash are explored including enforcement response, community reaction, and law-enforcement commentary on youth driving and public safety. The story underscores the challenges of teenage driving, law enforcement coordination, and the need for stronger traffic safety measures in the region. ...
In this video the story continues or expands: a man was found dead in his Pearland home, and a juvenile has been arrested in connection with the incident. The footage includes police updates, witness commentary, and how the suspect allegedly led authorities on a chase with the victim’s car. The piece also touches on how the community is reacting and what advice officials are giving for neighborhood vigilance. ...
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Grapevine-Colleyville ISD could have surplus FY 2026-27 budget, factors in further staff reductions
Grapevine-Colleyville ISD officials presented an updated budget projection for the 2026-27 fiscal year, which could result in a surplus. Trustees received the update, along with three different compensation adjustment models from a Texas Association of School Boards representative, during the May 18 meeting. What you need to know Based on the preliminary budget presented, net revenues for the FY 2026-27 general fund could be nearly $147.37 million, Chief Financial Officer Carla Settle said. Projected general fund expenditures are $147.28 million. Grapevine-Colleyville ISD projected expenses FY 2026-27 Grapevine-Colleyville ISD's projected general fund expenditures are $147.28 million. This would result in a projected surplus of $91,112 in the general fund, according to Settle’s presentation. Additionally, the preliminary budget included calculations for staff raises, based on one option, Model 1, presented by TASB HR and Compensation Consultant Nicolle Gee-Guzman. The proposed raises included in the preliminary budget calculation are 1% of the midpoint raises for teachers, professionals and technology staff, and 2% of the midpoint raises for clerical, instructional and auxiliary staff. Settle said the projected expenditures also factored in an increased contribution to health insurance premiums to ensure Affordable Care Act compliance, which has a cost of $450,000. Projected contributions and raises will be finalized as part of the board’s approval of the budget and compensation plan for FY 2026-27 at a future meeting. Breaking it down Gee-Guzman presented three different raise models, each of which has a varying projected impact on GCISD’s budget. According to the presentation, Model 1 factors in 1% raises for teachers, professionals and technology staff, and 2% raises for clerical, instructional and auxiliary staff, along with other adjustments. The projected cost to the district to enact the plan would be $1.8 million. Model 2 would provide 1.5% raises for all staff, along with other adjustments, for a cost of $2.19 million. The final option, Model 3, calculated a 2% raise for all staff and other adjustments, which would result in a $2.71 million cost. “It’s clear that we have some work to do in this regard,” board President Dalia Begin said, referencing GCISD’s existing compensation. “We have some work to do, and we want to do the best that we [can] to take care of our staff members financially.” Diving deeper GCISD officials also presented updated staffing reduction numbers as part of the budget projection. Based on the new figures, the district could save nearly $5.24 million through targeted reductions for FY 2026-27. Chief Human Resources Officer Kelly Mires said further reductions across several departments could save the district $1.99 million in FY 2026-27. This is beyond the $3.2 million in staffing-related savings made through elementary campus consolidations, staff reductions to accommodate decreased enrollment and benefit savings, which was presented in late April. “These reductions were approached strategically to align staffing with enrollment trends while protecting class size ratios and minimizing the impact on student services and instructional support,” Mires said. While there were reductions, GCISD has added positions for support at iUniversity Prep and the ASPIRE Academy. Looking ahead Trustees are expected to hold a public hearing and adopt the budget at the June 15 meeting. Certified tax values for property within the district will be available in July, and trustees will adopt the tax rate in September. By Connor Pittman Connor is the editor for the Flower Mound-Highland Village-Argyle and Grapevine-Colleyville-Southlake editions. He joined Community Impact in June 2023 and covered city councils and school districts in Coppell, Grapevine, Plano and Richardson. He graduated from Southern Methodist University with a degree in journalism and political science. Before joining Community Impact, he covered government, business and education for local newspapers in Wylie, Sachse and Princeton....
Check out 2 education stories in Southwest Austin, Dripping Springs
New educational facilities are in store for families in the Southwest Austin and Dripping Springs areas. Read about some of the latest updates for Dripping Springs ISD and Austin Waldorf School. 1. Dripping Springs ISD official name new high school Driftwood Springs Dripping Springs ISD’s second high school will be named Driftwood Springs High School following a 6-1 vote at a May 18 meeting. “We want to get it right,” Board President Dr. Stefani Reinold said at the meeting. “We’re very passionate ... We are also managing a lot of people’s opinions.” The overview DSISD officials, employees, students and community members have been discussing the naming and branding of the new high school since February, when the district sent out a community survey. A 64-person High School No. 2 Naming & Branding Committee met four times over the past few months to discuss options for the school’s name, colors and mascot. Some context All of the existing DSISD schools are named after a spring within the district’s boundaries. While several board members, including Tricia Quintero and Reinold, said they assumed the inclusion of “springs” in a school name was codified in the district’s bylaws, that is not the case. However, board Vice President Mary Jane Hetrick said it was a district tradition and she “felt strongly” it should be upheld. What’s next? The Driftwood Springs High School mascot and colors will come back for further discussion at a later meeting. Read the full story here. 2. Austin Waldorf School unveils new facility The Austin Waldorf School is expanding campus facilities for the first time in more than 20 years. The new building holds an art classroom and a science and technology classroom, as well as new bathrooms. The big picture The Austin Waldorf School celebrated the new classrooms with a ribbon-cutting ceremony May 22. The new building is the first permanent structure added since 2002. “A building like this is much more than physical space,” Head of School Michelle Purghart said. “It is about creating an environment where children can grow and learn with curiosity, confidence, and joy.” Find out more. By Sienna Wight Sienna is an Education Reporter covering Dripping Springs, San Marcos and Hays County ISDs. She joined Community Impact in September 2025 after serving as the Austin metro intern. Originally from Houston, Sienna moved to Austin in 2020 to study Writing and Rhetoric at St. Edward’s University. When she’s not writing, she is reading, cooking or hiking with her dog. Send tips to swight@communityimpact.com. ...
Q and A: Resolute Baptist Hospital welcomes familiar face as new CEO
Resolute Baptist Hospital in New Braunfels welcomed a new CEO in mid-January. Genifer Rucker, who previously served as the CEO of Christus Santa Rosa Hospital in New Braunfels, began her new role mid-January. In her previous experience with Christus Santa Rosa and now Resolute Baptist, Rucker said the New Braunfels community is focused on access to care close to home—something that she anticipates will continue to be a growing sentiment as the city grows. Check out this Q&A to learn more. Why did you decide to pursue the CEO role with Resolute Baptist Hospital in New Braunfels? The New Braunfels community means a great deal to me personally. My mother’s family has lived in New Braunfels for six generations, and I now live here with my own family. As a health care leader and resident of this community, I understand how important it is for families to have access to high quality care close to home. What type of care do you think New Braunfels is lacking? With many growing communities, health care systems should be continually evaluating opportunities for expansion and modernization. I think recruitment of health care professionals is really, really important, and it’s going to be something that we’re all going to be focused on along with the growth. As the new CEO for Resolute Baptist Hospital in New Braunfels, what are some of your health care goals for the hospital system? My number one goal is ... I want Resolute Baptist Hospital to be known, not only for excellent care, but I want us to also be known for being deeply connected to the community that we serve. Is Resolute Baptist Hospital looking to expand its services in New Braunfels? We’re really looking closely at where the community demand is growing and where we have the greatest ability to impact patients. We haven’t finalized any plans, but we are looking at additional access points, and I’ll have to share more as those things evolve. Is there anything else that you would like the New Braunfels community to know? I want everyone to know that we continue to focus on very patient-centered care. Every decision that we make moving forward starts with improving patient care and improving access to that quality care. At Resolute Baptist we’re being very intentional and very strategic about future growth opportunities. By Amira Van Leeuwen New Braunfels, Northeast San Antonio Metrocom Editor Amira joined Community Impact in January 2023 after graduating with a degree in journalism from Texas State University in San Marcos. Prior to CI, Amira was a reporter at the Hays Free Press and interned at Dave Campbell’s Texas Football Magazine. Before becoming an editor, Amira was previously working as a Government Reporter for Community Impact's San Marcos-Buda-Kyle Edition, where she extensively covered local government, development, environmental, and business news. When she is not writing, she enjoys reading, traveling, and photography. Have any news tips or story ideas? Email Amira at avanleeuwen@communityimpact.com....
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