Craig Casipe reflects on lessons from his parents, the art of connection, supporting veterans and showing up for people across Houston.
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Stories about the Greater Houston area, the people, the places, the things to do and explore.
Real collaboration begins with what each person contributes. Lisbet Newton explores how resources, relationships and expertise create something valuable together.
From student government to Houston Millennials, Ivan Sanchez connects professional opportunity, community involvement and public service.
Through Casanova Signs, Dignora Casanova helps Houston entrepreneurs turn business names into a visible presence.
Meet Ronald Brenes, the Colombian-born president of Etch Houston, whose business brings architectural glass, custom signs and display solutions to life.
For Hispanic Heritage Month, Houston City Beat celebrates Maribel “Sunshine” Rodriguez, the Chihuahua-born Houston entrepreneur helping people and businesses grow through work, education and connection.
For Hispanic Heritage Month, Houston City Beat celebrates Adrianna Rubio-Clasen, a Latina entrepreneur breaking barriers in security, wellness and community leadership.
For Hispanic Heritage Month, Houston City Beat celebrates entrepreneur and philanthropist Alva Kattan, whose work connects business leadership with community impact.
Through gardening, nutrition education and community connections, 3P’s is introducing women and their children to another meaningful tool for healing, recovery and long-term well-being.
You won’t find Houston’s most powerful history lesson under the grand lights of the Museum District. Tucked away in an industrial pocket of the East Side sits the Military Museum of Texas—a powerhouse of living stories, heavy armor, and local heroes. From WWII tanks to high-water rescue vehicles, discover why this hidden treasure on Wallisville Road is a must-visit.
Whether you are styling a high-rise condo in Downtown, an office in the Energy Corridor, or a cozy living room in the Heights, interior design goes far beyond aesthetics. Greenery does more than make a room look good. It fundamentally changes how a space feels and impacts how our brains function. The trend of decorating with plants has evolved into an essential element of modern lifestyle and wellness architecture. Science shows that bringing natural elements indoors creates profound psychological benefits, turning everyday spaces into sanctuaries of calm, focus, and restoration. 1. Natural Stress Reduction & Calming Environments Modern life keeps…
Long before fajitas became a restaurant favorite around the world, one Houston widow turned a small East End restaurant into a culinary legend. 1973The year Ninfa’s opened 10 tablesInside a tortilla factory One cityThat changed Tex-Mex forever If you’ve ever heard the unmistakable sizzle of a cast-iron skillet making its way across a restaurant dining room, you’ve experienced one of Houston’s greatest culinary exports. That sound, followed by the aroma of grilled steak, onions, and peppers, has become synonymous with Tex-Mex restaurants across America. Yet few people realize the journey that made fajitas famous began in Houston’s East End, where…
Have you ever wondered why suburbs around Houston have so many water towers? Discover how these towering structures provide water pressure, emergency storage, and a glimpse into Houston’s history.