The Weekly Dispatch ✦ Old Town Tomball
News & Updates
Stories and announcements from Old Town Tomball and the City of Tomball
May 2026 Municipal Election Results
The City of Tomball welcomed both new and returning leadership during the May 11 City Council meeting as officials canvassed and certified the results of the May 2, 2026, General and Special Election and administered the
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From Sanctuary to Stage: Legacy Square's $25M Audition
The 4.6-acre former First Baptist Church campus could become Old Town's biggest cultural anchor — or its most expensive ambition. Here's what consultants told the EDC.
Read more →Memorial Day Holiday Service Impacts
City office closures and solid waste schedule for Memorial Day—find out what to expect for holiday services.
Read more →City of Tomball 2025 Annual Report
Discover Tomball’s progress through key accomplishments, milestones, and community-driven efforts in our 2025 Annual Report.
Read more →Public Notice For Drainage Grant
The City of Tomball intends to apply for a $750,000 Texas Community Development Block Grant to fund drainage improvements in the Hampton Place area. The application is available for public review at City Hall during norm
Read more →Tomball Prays Together 2026
On Saturday, May 2, 2026, members of the Tomball community gathered at the Tomball Depot Plaza for Tomball Prays Together, an annual event held in recognition of National Day of Prayer, officially observed on the first T
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2026 Law Enforcement Torch Run
Members of the Tomball Police Department joined law enforcement agencies from across the state to participate in the Texas Special Olympics Law Enforcement Torch Run, carrying the Flame of Hope through the Tomball commun
Read more →2026 Consolidated Recycling Day
The City of Tomball hosted our annual Consolidated Recycling Day on Saturday, Apr. 25, 2026, at Lone Star College–Tomball, providing residents with an opportunity to responsibly dispose of a wide range of recyclable mate
Read more →Tomball Fire Rescue April 2026 Blood Drive
Tomball residents came together this April to support community health during the Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center’s second quarterly blood drive of 2026 at Fire Station No. 1.
Read more →May 2026 Public Safety Officer of the Month
The City of Tomball’s Public Safety Officer of the Month for May 2026 was honored at the Greater Tomball Area Chamber of Commerce’s First Friday Luncheon on Friday, May 1.
Read more →City of Tomball Summer 2026 Auction
Bid on Tomball vehicles and equipment in the Summer 2026 auction, starting Monday, May 1, 2026.
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Michna and Parr Win Council Seats; All Charter Amendments Pass
Unofficial results from the May 2, 2026 General and Special (Charter Amendment) Election: Shelley Michna takes Position 1, incumbent Randall F. Parr holds Position 5, and Propositions A, B, C, and D all pass. Turnout: 4.6%.
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Live Music in Old Town Tomball: A Scene on the Rise
Once anchored almost entirely by Main Street Crossing, Old Town Tomball's live music scene has quietly grown into a walkable cluster of stages, taprooms, and patios — with something happening almost every night of the week.
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City of Tomball 2026 Municipal Election
Find voting information for the City of Tomball 2026 Municipal Election for Council Positions 1 and 5 and Special Municipal Election for Charter Amendments.
Read more →April 2026 Public Safety Officer of the Month
The City of Tomball’s Public Safety Officer of the Month for April 2026 was honored at the Greater Tomball Area Chamber of Commerce’s First Friday Luncheon on Friday, Apr. 10.
Read more →Tomball Police Department Receives TPCA Accreditation
The Tomball Police Department has earned continued accreditation from the Texas Police Chiefs Association, reinforcing its commitment to professional excellence, accountability, and high-quality service to the community.
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Rails & Tails Mudbug Festival Returns to Old Town Tomball April 25
The 14th annual Rails & Tails Mudbug Festival brings spicy boiled crawfish, Cajun food, live music, and family fun to the Tomball Depot Plaza on Saturday, April 25 — with free admission and parking.
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Candidate Forum: Tomball City Council Positions 1 & 5 — April 14
The Greater Tomball Area Chamber of Commerce is hosting a free Candidate Forum on April 14 at Lone Star College–Tomball for City Council Positions 1 and 5.
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Voter Guide: Tomball City Council Election — May 2, 2026
Four candidates are running for two at-large Tomball City Council seats on May 2, 2026, and voters will also decide four City Charter amendment propositions. Meet the candidates, read their full statements, and see explanations of Propositions A, B, C, and D.
Read more →Tomball Regional Health Foundation Check Presentation
The City of Tomball thanks the Tomball Regional Health Foundation for their generous donation to fund AED units in Tomball Police Department vehicles, enhancing emergency response and supporting life-saving care in our c
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German Heritage Festival Returns to Old Town Tomball March 27–29
The Tomball German Heritage Festival returns to Old Town's Historic Train Depot Plaza on March 27–29, 2026 with 163+ vendors, four live music stages, a Saturday parade, the ceremonial keg tapping — and free admission all weekend.
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The History of Tomball's Railroad Heritage
The story of Tomball is inseparable from the railroad. Discover how the arrival of the I-GN Railroad in 1907 transformed a small farming community into the thriving historic district we know and love today.
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New Faces in Old Town: The Latest Businesses to Open Their Doors
Old Town Tomball continues to grow as a destination with several exciting new businesses opening in the historic district, from loaded potato shops to fair-trade global markets.
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