My Five Corners
Southwest Houston’s Gateways lighting/safety project earns national award
The eye-popping $1.1 million Gateways Improvement project that brought changeable, colorful lighting and safety improvements to key intersections along US 90A/ South Main in 2021 has caught the eyes of the American Council of Engineering [...]
Pastry & pastoral purpose: Coffee and Cake Cafe resettles
Coffee-Cake When I was growing up, my grandmother was a big proponent of coffee cake. There almost always was a homemade, single-layer cake sitting on the counter, ready and waiting for anyone who [...]
CenterPoint gets busy at training center in 5 Corners
A new, massive training facility that CenterPoint Energy opened in the 5 Corners Improvement District serves as a skill-sharpening hub that promotes safety to the company’s fresh recruits and seasoned workers. The 150,000-square-foot Hiram O. [...]
Persevering launderer looks to preserve her 5 Corners business
Of her 75 years of living in her birthplace of Jamaica and then in Houston, Lucille Bariffe says, “I have not regretted one moment of my life.” But now she faces hard choices about her [...]
Humane Society Wildlife Center moving to 5 Corners
Last year, the Texas Wildlife Rehabilitation Coalition became the Houston Humane Society TWRC Wildlife Center. By next year, the center hopes to move to the 5 Corners District from Spring Branch. Mary Warwick, Houston Humane [...]
General News
District K Retrospective Recap- A Look Back in Honor of CM Larry Green
Hello District K Friends! This month we have so much celebrate. Lately I have been reflecting on the journey we've shared and the meaningful milestones we've achieved together. That takes me back to Council Member [...]
Chief’s Citywide PIP Meeting, May 14
Elder Abuse impacts individuals of all ages, identities and backgrounds. Come learn about the different types of abuse and what to do if you recognize it happening in your area.
Mental Illness is not a Crime
In partnership with The Harris Center and law enforcement, the District Attorney's Office ensured 4,000+ mentally ill, non-violent offenders received mental health treatment instead of going to jail.
Senior Prom for Older Adults at Vinson Library
Senior Prom for Older Adults at Vinson Library Calling all seniors! Get ready to dust off your dancing shoes because the Houston Public Library is throwing a Senior Prom at the Vinson Library [...]
District K – Mid-April Community Update
Dr. Shannon Walker Library Grand Opening: June 1, 2024 The Dr. Shannon Walker Neighborhood Library is set to open its doors on June 1, 2024! Even better, Dr. Shannon Walker herself will be joining [...]
THE 5 CORNERS DISTRICT
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