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Railroad worker dies after explosion caused by fuel at tracks near Old Town Spring, authorities say
Read full article: Railroad worker dies after explosion caused by fuel at tracks near Old Town Spring, authorities sayA railroad worker died at the hospital after an explosion caused by fuel at a railroad track near Old Town Spring Saturday morning, authorities said.
INSIDER LIST: Where locals love to take out-of-town visitors to eat in the Houston area
Read full article: INSIDER LIST: Where locals love to take out-of-town visitors to eat in the Houston areaWe asked locals a simple question: Where do you take out-of-town guests to eat when you want to show them around Houston? The restaurant doesn’t have to be the “best” or even your favorite, but rather someplace intimate, exciting, or nostalgic -- the kind of place you bookmark in your brain and save for the perfect outing with the perfect person.
Nearly 85 firefighters battle 2-alarm blaze at Envy Wine Room in Old Town Spring, officials say
Read full article: Nearly 85 firefighters battle 2-alarm blaze at Envy Wine Room in Old Town Spring, officials saySeveral firefighters worked to put out a blaze at a popular bar and historic tourist attraction in Old Town Spring Sunday, officials said.
Authorities release mug shot of owner whose dog mauled young girl in Old Town Spring
Read full article: Authorities release mug shot of owner whose dog mauled young girl in Old Town SpringJennifer Leane Romano, 46, has been charged with tampering/fabricating physical evidence and injury to a child. SPRING, Texas – The woman who owned a dog that mauled a 3-year-old girl in Old Town Spring has been charged, records show. Jennifer Leane Romano, 46, has been charged with tampering/fabricating physical evidence and injury to a child. The family said the owner of the dog, Romano, did not ask if she could help, did not apologize and did not stick around. Child attacked by dog in Old Town Spring on Jan 9, 2021.
6 years after fire, Old Town Spring’s historic Wunsche Brothers Cafe & Saloon reopens
Read full article: 6 years after fire, Old Town Spring’s historic Wunsche Brothers Cafe & Saloon reopensThe Wunsche Brothers Cafe & Saloon is back after years of renovations. HOUSTON – The Wunsche Brothers Cafe & Saloon is back in business after years of renovations. The saloon shut down nearly six years ago following a fire in 2015, which caused significant damage, according to Community Impact Newspaper. According to Community Impact Newspaper, the restaurant was originally set to reopen in fall 2019 but the company confirmed that they are in a soft opening phase. The Wunsche Brothers Cafe’s menu features burgers, sandwiches, chicken fried steak and fried catfish.
Dog that mauled young girl in Old Town Spring to be euthanized, judge rules
Read full article: Dog that mauled young girl in Old Town Spring to be euthanized, judge rulesHOUSTON – A dog that mauled a 3-year-old girl in Old Town Spring will be euthanized after Judge Matt Beasley ruled in favor of the state. The girl, Ronin Waldroup, was left with nearly 20 stitches after she was bitten in the face on Jan. 9 when she and her family walked into a restaurant. The dog was found on Jan. 14 and was taken into custody at the Montgomery County Animal Services and Adoption Center. There is no time frame when the dog will be put down, but that date will be decided when Judge Beasley issues the order, which could possibly happen Tuesday or Wednesday. It is unknown whether charges will be filed against the owner of the dog.
Dog that attacked 3-year-old girl in Old Town Spring found
Read full article: Dog that attacked 3-year-old girl in Old Town Spring foundSPRING, Texas – A dog that attacked a 3-year-old girl in Old Town Spring over the weekend was found Thursday. Ronin Waldroup was left with nearly 20 stitches after she was mauled Saturday when she and her family walked into a restaurant. “There was a massive pitbull (with) a service vest and he just lashed out at her.”The Waldroups said the owners fled the scene and abandoned the dog. Aaron Johnson, of the Montgomery County Animal Services and Adoption Center, said Thursday the dog has been taken into their custody. Note: The video attached to this story is from an earlier report.
Family searches for answers after 3-year-old girl attacked by dog inside restaurant in Old Town Spring
Read full article: Family searches for answers after 3-year-old girl attacked by dog inside restaurant in Old Town SpringOLD TOWN SPRING, Texas – Ronin Waldroup, 3, is slowly recovering after she was attacked by a dog inside a restaurant in Old Town Spring Saturday afternoon. Cleveratta Waldroup said they came out as a family to get something to eat and as soon as they stepped inside the restaurant, their daughter was mauled. There was a massive Pittbull (with) a service vest and he just lashed out at her,” Cleveratta Waldroup said. “It has been very traumatic for us to see my baby attacked so viciously,” Cleveratta Waldroup said. “I don’t want anyone else’s child, anybody else’s baby, husband, wife, whoever to go through this what we’re going through right now,” Cleveratta Waldroup.
10 shops -- including one inside a Victorian home -- to visit the next time youre in Old Town Spring
Read full article: 10 shops -- including one inside a Victorian home -- to visit the next time youre in Old Town SpringSPRING, Texas Old Town Spring is an area with rich history and rustic shops. Founded by railroad makers who endured a harsh winter, travelers settled into Spring after it was named after Camp Spring in the mid-to-late 1800s. Heres some of the most popular worth-the-time shops to peruse on your next visit, courtesy of Old Town Spring Shopping. Address: 303 Main, SpringThe Spirit Quest Center provides quality rocks, gems, jewelry and other unique items inside their 100-year-old, two-story Victorian-style home. Posted by Blue Buffalo Mercantile on Tuesday, August 18, 2020Whats your favorite place to shop at Old Town Spring?
Some businesses reopen as first phase of governor’s plan begins
Read full article: Some businesses reopen as first phase of governor’s plan beginsSPRING, Texas – Old Town Spring is a unique place to shop and it’s filled with mom-and-pop stores, but lately it hasn’t looked the same. “We’re fighting for survival, but it’s been a ghost town,” said Effie Stees, owner of Why Not Envy Me Boutique. Friday, however, there was an air of optimism around Old Town Spring and her boutique because that was when in-store retail sales can begin in a modified form. “I think we are all looking forward to this day," Stees said. I’m not sure what to expect, but I am ready for it.”The modified retail shopping experience comes with new guidelines.
Hula hoop your way into the new year at Hoop Cubed Dance in Old Town Spring
Read full article: Hula hoop your way into the new year at Hoop Cubed Dance in Old Town SpringHOUSTON – When was the last time you picked up a hula hoop and gave it a spin? Have you ever thought of using a hula hoop for a workout? Now you can get a full lesson on hula-hooping...while you’re working out...at Hoop Cubed Dance in Old Town Spring! We stopped into their studios for our weird workout week while owner/instructor, Heather Says, gave us the scoop on the great benefits hula hooping can have for your body. Hula hooping at Hoop Cubed Dance is for ever age, body size, and fitness level!