Haygood Elementary Opens as Model Campus for Growing Lamar CISD
Haygood Elementary School has opened in Fulshear as the first campus built from Lamar CISD’s new elementary prototype design to support rapid enrollment growth.
Houston Small Business Spotlight: Scentify Essence Turns Fragrance into Moments of Calm and Connection
Houston-based Scentify Essence transforms everyday spaces into mindful sanctuaries with hand-poured candles, luxury diffusers, and intentional fragrance experiences.
Houston Texans Name Scott Shepherd Chief Revenue Officer
The Houston Texans have named veteran sports executive Scott Shepherd as chief revenue officer to lead the team’s commercial and revenue growth efforts.
AARP Texas Opens Applications for 2026 Community Challenge Grants
AARP Texas is now accepting applications for its 2026 Community Challenge Grants, offering funding for Houston-area projects that improve livability, accessibility, and community resilience for residents of all ages.
Detroit Auto Show 2026 Charity Preview: Where Motown, Mobility, and Meaning Collide
The Detroit Auto Show’s iconic Charity Preview returns January 16, 2026, launching its milestone season with a black-tie celebration featuring Robin Thicke, Detroit legends, and a powerful commitment to children’s charities.
Feed the Soul Foundation Serves Up Solutions at Houston’s Third Annual Global Culinary Conference
Feed the Soul Foundation’s Third Annual Global Culinary Conference returns to Houston January 25–27, 2026, bringing chefs and food entrepreneurs together for three days of business training, innovation, and growth at Rice University.
NCA All-Star Nationals Bring the Spirit—and a $150 Million Boost—to Houston
Houston will host the NCA All-Star National Championship for the first time ever, bringing 65,000 athletes and fans downtown February 27–March 1, 2026.
From Abandoned to Inspired: Edison Cultural Arts Center Opens a New Chapter for Houston’s Creative Future
The Edison Cultural Arts Center officially opened January 5, 2026, transforming a long-vacant space into a vibrant new hub for arts access, education, and community empowerment in Houston.
Commissioner Lesley Briones Announces $33.5 Million in Community Infrastructure Investments for Precinct 4
Commissioner Lesley Briones unveiled $33.5 million in new infrastructure investments in Alief as part of the Places 4 People initiative, spotlighting major upgrades to streets, drainage, and flood mitigation designed to create safer, more resilient neighborhoods across Harris County Precinct …
Huntington Bancshares Expands Capital Markets with Janney Acquisition
Huntington Bancshares strengthens its capital markets and advisory businesses by acquiring three Janney Montgomery Scott business units, adding nearly 140 employees and expanding middle-market investment banking and M&A capabilities
Texas Nonprofits Unite to Launch Statewide Health and Community Data Network
Healthconnect Texas and the Patient Care Intervention Center are uniting to create a statewide health and community data infrastructure, linking clinical and community insights to improve care, equity, and wellness across Texas.
One Million Miles of Quiet Excellence: Art Belton and the Power of Showing Up
METRO rail operator Art Belton has safely logged more than one million incident-free miles over a four-decade career, exemplifying the quiet dedication and professionalism that keep Houston moving.
Harris Health Shows Houston How Public Engagement Is Done
Harris Health hosted a transparent community town hall in Precinct 2 to discuss the proposed Ben Taub Hospital expansion, inviting public input on a plan aimed at strengthening Houston’s public healthcare system while balancing growth and preservation.
Houston’s Furriest Heroes Take the Runway at Wags and Whiskers 2026
Wags and Whiskers 2026 brings Houston’s furriest superheroes to the runway to support IM Houston’s Animeals program for homebound seniors and their pets.
Frontier Airlines Launches New Nonstop International Routes From Bush Intercontinental Airport
Frontier Airlines expanded its international service from Bush Intercontinental Airport with new nonstop flights to Guatemala, El Salvador, and Honduras, strengthening Houston’s connectivity to Central America while introducing enhanced passenger amenities and low promotional fares.

