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Stories about the Greater Houston area, the people, the places, the things to do and explore.
From her business insights to her community-first heart, Candace Joseph is truly an inspiration. It was an amazing conversation, and I hope you’ll watch the full interview above.
The Houston skyline saw a modern transformation that began in the early 1970s and continued through the 80s as several 50-plus story buildings were added in the downtown area. Among them were two supertall skyscrapers, which is considered to be any building 984 feet or taller in height.
For nearly 90 years, Pizzitola’s HERITAGE BBQ has been serving up Houston history one bite at a time. From its legendary open brick pits to its table-service tradition, this Shepherd Drive landmark isn’t just about barbecue, it’s about heritage, family, and the flavor that defines our city.
When the Astrodome opened in 1965 rain-outs became a thing of the past for Houston baseball. As a result, the rain check basically became obsolete.
In a small corner of Cy-Fair ISD, where talent runs deep but resources run thin, a group of dedicated students is working tirelessly to bring a beloved classic to the stage.
It takes real bravery to safely propel off the side of a 26-story building. And on Friday, November 14, that’s exactly what dozens of fearless Houstonians will be doing as they step off the edge of the Galleria DoubleTree Hotel for Rappel for a Reason, a fundraising event benefiting the United Way of Greater Houston.
Look online at posts about Houston’s Eighth Wonder of the World and you’ll find, “TEAR IT DOWN,” or “WE ALREADY VOTED TO TEAR IT DOWN,” or “IT’S AN EYESORE,” or “BLOW IT UP AND PUT MORE PARKING.” These notions are the opposite of what was being said by almost everyone six decades ago, and it’s either a sad statement of where we are today with disposal culture or just a symptom of today’s keyboard warriors on social media.
Stepping into the Smallest Little Honky Tonk in Texas, a 1950s shack on Tomball’s Main Street, I’m enveloped by a time warp. Walls lined with weathered signs from vanished Tomball businesses whisper the town’s past, each one handpicked by Michael Dean Pierce Jr., the man behind this tiny bar.
Nestled in the heart of Katy, Christ Clinic isn’t just a medical facility; it’s a sanctuary built on the dedication of caring staff and a generous army of volunteers.
The Dawn of a New Era: April 7, 2000, and the Houston Astros First Opening Day at Enron Field
April 7, 2000, wasn’t just another day in Houston—it was the day the Astros turned the page on 35 years…
On March 15, 1965, Harris County handed over the keys to the world’s first fully climate-controlled domed stadium to Roy…
How Wild Tunes Houston works The mission of Wild Tunes Houston is simple and meaningful: volunteers play musical instruments at…
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