Two firefighters were treated for heat related injuries from Pont Alba Apartment fire.
The cause of the fire is under investigation.
Asphalt repair work on S. Rice Ave. starts July 28.
Expect traffic impacts along South Rice next week.
Construction will begin on Waterline Replacement Project on S. Rice Ave, July 13.
Construction will begin on South Rice Avenue between Jessamine Street and Pine Street, then progress onto the surrounding side streets as the project continues.
The Bellaire Library will have a one week summer camp beginning July 27.
Registration opens online July 20th.
Take the Bellaire Parks Master Plan Survey.
Help guide the vision for Bellaire’s parks and recreation opportunities.
Resident registration is now open for Fall Youth Sports.
Bellaire residents can now register for Fall Soccer and Fall Volleyball with Bellaire Parks & Recreation!
Bellaire City offices will be closed on Friday, July 3 in observance of the Independence Day holiday.
There will be no solid waste or limbs/brush collection on this day.
The Bellaire 2026 Celebration of Independence Parade and Festival will be held Saturday, July 4.
Festivities will begin at 9:00 a.m. with a parade down South Rice Avenue, followed by a community festival in Bellaire Town Square (7008 South Rice Ave.) lasting until 12:00 pm.
Give your feedback on a conceptual City of Bellaire logo.
The City is inviting the community to learn more about the project and share feedback.
All Bellaire city offices will be close June 19 in observance of Juneteenth.
There will be no trash, recycling, or limbs/brush pickup.
The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board Regular Session on June 17 has been amended to a new location.
The meeting location has changed to BLIFE Activity Room (first floor of City Hall), 7008 South Rice Ave.
Two Houston-Area organizations deliver the healing power of music to homeless animals.
Wild Tunes and American Music Academy join forces to bring live music and calm to Houston-Area shelter animals.
Bellaire City Council is accepting applications for appointments to several boards and commissions.
Applications must be received no later than Friday, June 26, 2026, at 5 pm.
KP’s Kitchen in Bellaire is closing May 31.
Kerry Pauly has decided to focus his full energy on the original Spring Valley location of KP’s Kitchen.
The City of Bellaire announces the appointment of Jason D. Hester as the new Chief of Police.
Chief Hester joins Bellaire from the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS), bringing with him nearly three decades of distinguished public service and leadership experience.
“Unofficial” election results show Todd Thurber will be a new City Council member in Bellaire.
The May 2 Bellaire Special Election was to elect a new council member for a vacant seat.
Planet Fitness will open Houston’s First Enhanced Black Card Spa Experience in Maplewood.
Planet Fitness will also host a Preview Party on Saturday, May 16, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., giving the community an early look at the new space.
The Houston Concierge Association will host the 16th Annual “Pre-World Cup” Cultural Partner Open House and Clothing Drive.
Guests from all areas of the hospitality industry are invited to experience an evening of entertainment and networking on Monday, May 18, from 5 – 7 p.m.
Harris County Attorney Jonathan Fombonne issued a statement on a ruling allowing Ten Commandments displays in Texas classrooms.
The statement was in response to a ruling by the 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals.
See the candidates for the next Bellaire Police Chief.
Candidate interviews are scheduled for the week of April 27.
The Spring Bellaire Arts & Crafts Festival is April 25.
The festival will take place April 25 at Paseo Park from 10am to 4:00pm.
There will be a second Public Hearing May 4, regarding Speed Humps on the 5400 block of Braeburn.
The second public hearing, follows installation of traffic control devices in the 5400 block of Braeburn Drive for a trial period of at least 180 days.
Don’t miss the 30th Annual Bellaire Trolley Run, Saturday, April 11.
Following the race, runners and spectators are invited to enjoy the popular PostRace Party, where vendors will be offering a variety of treats and giveaways.
The Health Museum presents: “The Journey to End Cancer: From Cause to Cure” Exhibition
An innovative new science exhibition on cancer is coming to Houston and will explore groundbreaking research, advanced medical technologies and promising new therapies, March 7-Sept. 13.
Trail Riders will be in Bellaire Friday, February 27!
They’ll roll into town after lunch, heading north on Newcastle from Beechnut.
The Bellaire Recreation Center will be closed February 28.
The Center will reopen at regular hours on Sunday, March 1.
City of Bellaire Recognizes New President of PATRONS for Bellaire Parks
The City of Bellaire recognizes Mayra Marshall as the incoming President of PATRONS for Bellaire Parks.
Bellaire Police catch car burglary suspect.
Izaac Garcia was arrested and charged with burglary of a motor vehicle.
Bellaire City library received the 2025 Achievement of Excellence in Libraries Award.
Only 101 libraries to earn this distinction.
Become a lasting part of the Enchanted Woods at Nature Discovery Center
Purchase of an engraved paver or a personalized boardwalk plank.
PATRONS for Bellaire Parks announces Wine & Tapas events supporting Evergreen Park Redevelopment.
The events begin with An Evening Speakeasy and continues with the 16th Annual Wine & Tapas Gala.
Take the Bellaire Chief of Police Search Community Survey.
Give your input on the leadership qualities and priorities that are most important to the community.
Share your input on the search for the next Bellaire Police Chief.
Your insights will play a significant role in developing the position profile and identifying the right individual to lead our police department.
Bellaire city offices will be open but there will be no trash pick up, Monday January 26.
The next trash collection for Sections A, B, and E will be Thursday, January 29.
Middle School Student Finalists for Bayou City Art Festival will be announced February 7.
The Art Colony Association, Inc., the producer of Bayou City Art Festival, will announce the top 30 finalists for its 13th Annual Middle School Art Competition at the reception on Saturday, February 7.
Register now for the Bellaire Trolley Run.
The race is on Saturday, April 11.
All Bellaire city offices will be closed Monday, January 19.
All City offices, including the Library, Recreation Center, and pools, will be closed on Monday, January 19, 2026, in observance of the Martin Luther King Jr. holiday. There will be no trash pickup.
All Bellaire City Offices will be closed January 1.
There will be no solid waste or recycling collection on New Year’s Day.
City of Bellaire is offering Christmas Tree recycling.
Trees can be dropped off through January 12.
Bellaire city offices will be closed December 24 and 25.
There will be no solid waste and recycling pick-up on Wednesday, December 24, and Thursday, December 25.
Bellaire Police Chief announces his retirement.
Chief Lopez retired from the City of Bellaire Police Department effective December 19, 2025.
Trader Joe’s is coming to Bellaire!
The store will be located where the Bellaire Randall’s was.
Vote for your favorite conceptual plan for Evergreen Park Complex.
We Are Evergreen has created two conceptual designs for Evergreen Park and Pool, inspired by resident’s initial feedback.
The Nature Discovery Twilight Gala online auction is live again until December 1.
There are several unsold items remaining in our online auction that you just might pick up for a steal.
The Bellaire Recreation Fitness Room will be closed December 1-8.
The Fitness Room will temporarily closed to make improvements.
Bellaire City Offices will be closed November 27-28 for Thanksgiving.
City offices, including the Library, Recreation Center, and pools, will be closed and there will be no solid waste collection.
The Bellaire City Library now has a Mobile App.
Access your library anytime, anywhere, right from your phone.
The City of Bellaire Announces New Fire Chief Davis Farquhar.
Chief Farquhar brings two decades of dedicated service to the Bellaire community, having joined the department in 2005 as a Firefighter/Paramedic.
All Bellaire City Offices will be closed Tuesday, November 11, for Veterans Day.
There will be no trash or limbs/brush collection on Tuesday, November 11.
Flood Control District will host virtual meetings on maintenance progress across Harris County.
One year after Harris County voters approved a historic increase in maintenance funding, the Harris County Flood Control District is marking major progress.





