On April 9, 1965, Houston didn’t just open a stadium—it launched a revolution. The Astrodome, dubbed the Eighth Wonder of the World, swung its doors wide open for the first time, and let me tell you, I wish I could’ve been there. Over 48,000 fans packed the place, dressed in their finest suits and ties, dresses shimmering under the dome’s lights. This wasn’t like today’s games with Astros t-shirts and jerseys; opening night was an event, dripping with glitz and glamour. The anticipation had been building for years, and when the Astros faced the New York Yankees in an exhibition…
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As one strolls through Mercer Arboretum & Botanic Gardens, the serene calm that blankets this 393-acre sanctuary in Humble is striking. Founded by Thelma and Charles Mercer and preserved as a Harris County park since 1974, this botanical gem feels like a world apart from Houston’s hustle.
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.
As the Founder and Executive Director of Power~Passion~Purpose, Tish Dolby shares how their non-profit is making a huge impact in the Greater Houston area.
Rainbow of Hope Texas. Founded by Ann and Jack Henderson, this sanctuary nestled amidst nature’s embrace serves as a haven for individuals facing developmental, physical, and emotional challenges.
According to Derek, subsidies, deductibles, and out-of-pocket maximums on the ACA Marketplace have all shifted. Pandemic-era tax credits that once helped lower premiums have officially expired, leaving many households with increased costs.
John Simpson has spent enough time in the world of entrepreneurship to observe a consistent pattern: people are driven by a dual desire for freedom and connection.
Alexander and Fosca Barrios have brought their two companies—ALEXSCA LLC and Texas Law Solutions—together in a new shared office space in Cypress, Texas, now operating under one roof.
Adrianna Rubio Clasen, a woman driven by a deep love of life and the founder of MenoWake, has embarked on a mission to redefine the experience of menopause.
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.
In the dynamic world of business, efficiency and streamlined operations are paramount. Recently on “Business Beat,” a segment of Houston City Beat, Lisbet Newton spoke with Gene Gattis, the Director of Operations for Ambassador USA, a nationwide building services provider. Gattis shared a compelling story about how implementing the uSource technology solution has revolutionized their business.https://youtu.be/qInX994JEzU Ambassador USA, established in 2007, offers a comprehensive suite of services, including janitorial, office personnel, facility maintenance, and groundskeeping. For years, their operations relied heavily on manual processes. “The old adage of death by Excel,” Gattis chuckled, describing their previous environment of numerous spreadsheets…
Enter uSource, a platform Alex describes as “the Uber and Amazon combined for the facility maintenance industry.” It’s a bold analogy, but as he broke it down, I could see why. “Have you ever had an air conditioner break in your house?” he asked me. I nodded, I’ve been there. “They tell you, ‘We’ll be there between 10 in the morning and 2 in the afternoon,’ and you’re stuck waiting. With uSource, you can see the dispatching live, just like Uber.” It’s a marketplace connecting service providers and clients, but it’s more than that, it’s a full operational hub. “You…