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As Houston pursues sustainable development, Midtown area charts starting path through reconstruction
Houston is exploring ways to become a more sustainable city when it comes to urban design, and planners in Midtown said they intend to lead the way when it comes to how they design streets, parks and other gathering spaces. → Read More
Covenant House to demolish 40-year-old Montrose campus in preparation for new development
Covenant House, a Houston-area nonprofit that works to help homeless youth, will begin demolition of its 40-year-old campus Oct. 14 in preparation for a new facility officials said will help them better serve their mission. → Read More
Here’s what residents in the Heights, River Oaks and Montrose areas need to know ahead of Nov. 8 midterm elections
Voters in Harris County can vote at any polling center in the county during both the early voting period and on election day. → Read More
Houston approves $2M toward operation of new homeless navigation center
In an 15-1 vote, the Houston City Council approved an agreement between the city and a local homelessness services organization for the operation of a new navigation center in Houston's Fifth Ward. → Read More
Severe drought eases in Houston, but devastating effects could linger long term
The month of August brought some much-needed rain to the Houston area after June and July were both exceptionally warm and exceptionally dry. → Read More
Houston approves $539,000 to fill gift cards ahead of second planned gun buyback program
The city is looking to move forward with the next iteration of that program, though some council members raised questions over how much it actually is helping. → Read More
Immersive art space announces relocation to the Heights, exhibits opening in November
A new immersive art exhibit that has welcomed more than 180,000 guests to the Houston area over the past year announced Aug. 10 a planned move to the Heights. → Read More
Medicaid expiration could put enrollees at risk
When the coronavirus pandemic emerged in March 2020, the U.S. government issued a requirement that states could no longer kick people off Medicaid during the public health emergency. The purpose was to prevent people on Medicaid—a government-run health care policy—from being left without insurance on short notice. That requirement is still in place two years later, but health care advocates in… → Read More
Incoming Medicaid expiration could put enrollees at risk
When the coronavirus pandemic emerged in March 2020, the U.S. government issued a requirement that states could no longer unenroll people from Medicaid during the public health emergency. That requirement is still in place two years later, but health care advocates in Texas and Houston said they are worried about what could happen when it ends and millions of people have their safety nets put… → Read More
Art, history and culture collide at Republic Boot Co. in the Heights
Over the years Chris Conrad spent living internationally—from southeast Asia to Russia to Italy—the people he met all showed pride in the cultures and traditions of the area. → Read More
Coronavirus pandemic, fentanyl exacerbate opioid crisis in Houston
Opioid overdose rates have risen in Houston and across Texas since the pandemic began in 2020, and local entities are working to prevent addiction. → Read More
Acrobats, opera, Elton John tribute: See what events are planned at Miller Outdoor Theatre in April
The first event of Miller Outdoor Theatre's 2022 season will take place April 1, kicking off a month that will include performances from the Houston Grand Opera and the classic rock band America as well as a screening of Lin-Manuel Miranda's → Read More
Longstanding nonprofit Houston Children’s Charity adapts to changing needs
In the 25 years since its founding, the Houston Children’s Charity has regularly adapted to the city’s changing landscape, finding ways to meet the needs of children that were otherwise going unmet. → Read More
Asian Night Market coming to Railway Heights for Vietnamese New Year
The Asian Night Market is bringing its two-day celebration of Asian food, dance and music to the Railway Heights food hall Feb. 5-6 for an event that will celebrate the Vietnamese New Year. → Read More
Husband and wife to bring Michelin-star experience to new concept coming to Autry Park
Houston native Kirthan Shenoy and his wife Kripa will head a new restaurant coming to the Autry Park mixed-use development that will offer a vegetable-forward menu with views of Buffalo Bayou Park. → Read More
Bellaire takes regional approach to future-proofing stormwater system
Over the next several months, Bellaire will look to leverage regional partners as it advances on a master drainage concept plan designed to reduce the flooding potential within the city and the surrounding areas. → Read More
Patio bar Highline Park opening Dec. 3 in M-K-T Heights development
Just over two months after the opening of Mayan-inspired Casa Nomad within the mixed-use M-K-T Heights development on North Shepherd Drive, the same trio of developers are preparing to open a new patio bar next door. → Read More
Local vendors to descend on Midtown for annual Mistletoe Market
Houstonians invited to come out and support local businesses Dec. 10-11 at Midtown Houston's annual Mistletoe Market, featuring 17 local vendors offering handmade, holiday-themed gifts. → Read More
Business Roundup: Casa Nomad now open, Buck Mason coming to Montrose Collective
Catch up on the latest business news in the Heights, River Oaks and Montrose areas. → Read More
Owner of popular hot dog cart to open first brick-and-mortar location on Washington Avenue
The eatery specializes in 100% all-beef hot dogs that are made to order, and customers can choose from a wide variety of toppings. → Read More