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Hey there, League City! Let's get started with what's happening in and around town. Read on and stay in the loop. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • How the FM 270 boat ramp closure could affect your fall plans
  • How fast are League City home prices really climbing this year?
  • Which big Week 5 games are kicking off in League City Friday?

Also on today's calendar: S.A.I.L. (Stay Active and Independent for Life) and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What did one wall say to the other? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Tuesday: A stray afternoon t-storm, with a high of 95 and low of 78 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Wednesday: A t-storm around in the p.m., temps: high: 93, low: 77.
  • Thursday: A couple of afternoon showers, with a high of 92 and low of 75 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. FM 270 Boat Ramp To Temporarily Close For Major Renovation Project (leaguecitytx.gov) — League City's public boat ramp under the FM 270 bridge at Clear Creek will close starting October 12 for a $2 million renovation, with reopening expected in spring 2027. Upgrades will improve ramp safety, docks, walkways, parking, and accessibility, partially funded by a Texas Parks and Wildlife grant, so plan ahead if you regularly launch there.
   

2. Cities with the fastest-growing home prices in the Houston metro area (kissrocks.com) — League City homeowners are seeing modest gains, with typical home values around $373,500 and prices up about $2,500 over the past year. A new metro-wide ranking shows how League City compares with nearby communities, offering a snapshot of current housing trends that could matter if you're planning to buy, sell, or refinance locally.
   

3. Week 5 football preview: County teams to hit halfway points of season in variety of matchups (galvnews.com) — High school football fans in League City can catch key Week 5 district matchups Friday at Veterans Memorial Stadium and Challenger Columbia Stadium, featuring Clear Creek vs. Barbers Hill and Clear Falls vs. Clear Brook. The roundup also highlights important games for Texas City, Santa Fe, Hitchcock, La Marque, and others as teams hit the midpoint of their seasons.
   

4. Texas City to address license plate reader concerns at special meeting (galvnews.com) — Texas City officials will hold a special meeting Wednesday to review police use of automated license plate readers, mirroring a broader debate that directly involves neighboring League City. League City already runs 55 Flock cameras, credits them in hundreds of investigations, and will ask voters in a November advisory election whether police should keep using them while exploring a new Citizen Data Privacy Committee.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • I have my feeders in the front so it's easier to see them.
    I also have a bird bath that I keep full of water. Right after I took this photo, I put my camera down about the time a huge hawk landed in the bird… (Nextdoor Westover Park)
  • No, Brodie is NOT crying because his family didn't find him yesterday.
    That open mouth is clearly just a very dramatic yawn. Besides, Brodie Boo Bear isn't giving up! He's certain his family is out there right now,… (Nextdoor Victory Lakes)
  • Clear Creek Independent School District posted a job opening for Evening Custodian - Hall Elem in League City. Apply here.
  • Home Depot (Retail) posted a job opening for Pro Customer Service/Sales in League City. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near League City here.

Ok League City! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: I'll meet you at the corner! (Thank you Gary M. for sending it in!)
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