Happy weekend, Atascocita! In today’s happening-today edition: Flood chief shake-up, a Corvette raffle drawing, and a Marvel super heroes prerelease event + events worth checking out today & tomorrow.
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01 — Worth knowing In the newsThree local stories this week, plus a few worth your money.
Major wins for the state: Texas won its 13th Gold Shovel after nearly $9 billion in investment and thousands of projected jobs, including Eli Lilly’s multibillion dollar API plant in Harris County -- see Texas’ big wins.
New leadership ahead: For flood-prone Lake Houston communities, Harris County is set to name Marcus Stuckett as Flood Control District chief after Tina Petersen resigned amid a Harvey-aid controversy over looming spending deadlines -- meet the new flood chief.
Community celebration planned: Crosby will mark America’s 250th on July 2 with a 9 a.m. Liberty Tree dedication led by Commissioner Tom Ramsey at Crosby Park, plus music, cake, crafts, and family fun -- see the Liberty Tree plans.
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03 — On our radar
Local business spotlightNearby spots we'd actually send a friend to.
Quick swing fix: Whether you’re dusting off the clubs or chasing a personal best, Atascocita Golf Club has a legit practice range, PGA instruction, and the Little A Par 3 Course for easy reps. Sneak in a bucket after work this week, then treat yourself to that pure-contact smugness.
Gumbo night upgrade: If you’ve been meaning to treat yourself, LanDreaux's Creole & Cajun Seafood is serving the kind of comfort that kicks, from seafood gumbo and fried fish to red beans and rice and hot-from-the-pot crawfish. Perfect for a midweek morale boost... or a Friday victory lap.
Camp without roughing it: Whether you roll in with the RV, grab a cozy cabin, or try a covered wagon, The Retreat RV & Camping Resort keeps Lake Houston fun close to home with a pool and hot tub, mini golf, kayaks, weekend live music, and an on-site restaurant when the grill feels optional.
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05 — The event calendar Around town today & tomorrowOur favorite events going on the rest of this weekend. Dates, times, and locations are subject to change. Always check official event pages before heading out.
🏃 Houston Stars & Stripes Half Marathon, 10K, 5K & Kid's K @ Atascocita High School (Humble) | Saturday (6/20) at 7:00 AM – Think you can outpace Houston humidity? Pick your poison, the half, 10K, 5K, or Kid's K, then snag a shiny medal, bragging rights, and an extra kolache. Patriotic vibes, neighborly cheers, and a solid excuse to feel virtuous all weekend.
🇫 A Taste of Texas History @ Jesse H. Jones Park & Nature Center (Humble) | Saturday (6/20) at 10:00 AM – Craving some Texas history beyond the Alamo and tall tales? This month’s Taste of Texas History brings Professor Aaron Hyams of Sam Houston State, unpacking the cultures, conflicts, and industries that built the Lone Star identity, and still steer it. No quizzes, just sharp stories.
💃 Saturday Zydeco Brunch @ 3D's Krazy Kitchen Bar & Lounge (Humble) | Saturday (6/20) at 11:00 AM – Take a break from errands and slide into a Saturday Zydeco Brunch right here in Houston, where a live band keeps the two-step honest, and the mimosas keep secrets. Good food, grown-folk energy, and an afternoon of dancing that doubles as cardio, community, and therapy.
🚗 2026 Rotary Corvette Raffle Drawing @ Robbins Chevrolet (Humble) | Saturday (6/20) at 12:00 PM – This Rotary raffle draws the winning ticket for a 2024 Corvette Stingray Z51 at Robbins Chevrolet, plus ten $250 Visa cards. Ogle the midlife-crisis ride, nibble snacks, sip drinks, and picture victory lap home. Proceeds support local scholarships and charities, with livestream if you insist.
👨 Daddy Daughter Date Night @ Chick-fil-A (Humble) | Saturday (6/20) at 3:00 PM – Daddy-Daughter Date Night pairs a teacher-led, collaborative painting session with quality time, plus dessert and dinner at Chick-fil-A on your tab. Just six per slot, civilized. Tickets are $10 for dad and one kid, $3 per extra, canvases and supplies included, bragging rights likely.
📖 Book Night @ Hacienda Los Arcos (Humble) | Saturday (6/20) – Book Night is bedazzling your well-loved paperbacks, then giving you time to linger with good people and better conversation. Think rhinestones, glitter, and the satisfying pleasure of giving a midlife glow-up to that pile you swear you will read. No homework, just sparkle.
🃏 MtG: Marvel Super Heroes Prerelease Event Saturday 6.20 @ Ettin Games (Humble) | Sunday (6/21) at 4:00 PM – Think your inner teen can still tap for glory. Ettin Games is hosting the Magic: The Gathering Marvel Super Heroes prerelease, a draft where you crack packs, build on the fly, and pit heroes against villains, nostalgia against strategy, caffeine against bedtime. Live music & entertainment:
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06 — The Atascocita report Weather forecastToday — High: 90°F — Low: 79°F — Precip: 43%
A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms before 9am, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms between 9am and 10am, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms between 10am and 5pm. Partly sunny, with a high near 90. Heat index values as high as 103. Southeast wind 5 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible. Later: A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms after 1am. Partly cloudy, with a low around 79. South wind 5 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
Tomorrow — High: 91°F — Low: 80°F — Precip: 16%
A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms before 7am. Mostly sunny, with a high near 91. South wind 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%. Later: Mostly clear, with a low around 80. This house is wildThis beautifully maintained 3,239-square-foot single-story home sits on an oversized corner lot in the gated Bridges Lake Houston community. An open gourmet kitchen brings double electric ovens, a central island, and a walk-in pantry, while high ceilings and tray details add polish throughout. Two fireplaces, a spa-style primary suite, and a covered patio complete the package.
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