Harris County Offers Free Help for Medicare Enrollment During Open Enrollment Period
Harris County residents can get free help reviewing and updating their Medicare coverage for 2026. Assistance is available in-person, virtually, and by phone. Open enrollment ends December 7.
Daikin and Houston Astros Host Big League Experience Youth Baseball Clinic
Houston kids ages 7–14 can step up to the plate this fall! The Big League Experience at Daikin Park on November 8 offers pitching, batting, base-running drills, and a chance to meet Astros pitcher Spencer Arrighetti. Spots are limited—register starting October 22.
Hermann Park Conservancy Invites Houston to Fall Fitness Events Supporting the Park
Get active this fall and support Houston’s beloved green space! Join the Park to Port Bike Ride on October 25 or Run in the Park on November 8—fun for all ages and fitness levels. Register now and help sustain Hermann Park.
Broadway Musical Water for Elephants Heads to Houston’s Hobby Center in January 2026
Experience the magic of the circus on stage! Water for Elephants, the critically acclaimed Broadway musical based on Sara Gruen’s bestselling novel, comes to Houston’s Hobby Center January 27–February 1, 2026.
HOPE Releases First National Report on Economic Status of Latinas
HOPE releases its first national report on Latinas’ economic and leadership progress, highlighting strong workforce participation, rising entrepreneurship, and a persistent $1.7 million lifetime wage gap for Texas Latinas.
Hyatt Regency Hill Country Resort Kicks Off the Holidays with First Annual Tree Lighting and Extravaganza
Looking for a festive Hill Country getaway? The newly renovated Hyatt Regency Hill Country Resort in San Antonio is lighting up the season with its first-ever Holiday Extravaganza — featuring live reindeer, s’mores by the fire, Santa’s grand arrival in a red Ferrari, and more family fun all season long.
Roxanne Orsak Makes History as First Woman President of H-E-B
H-E-B just made Texas history. For the first time in its 120-year legacy, the beloved San Antonio grocer has appointed a woman president. Roxanne Orsak, who began as a store trainee in 1988, will take the helm in January 2026 — a full-circle moment honoring the company’s founding by Florence Butt in 1905.
Texas Southern University President J.W. Crawford III Charts Bold Path Forward Ahead of 98th Homecoming Celebration
Texas Southern University kicks off its 98th Homecoming with renewed purpose and Tiger pride as President J.W. Crawford III delivers the State of the University Address on October 17. The celebration marks a season of growth, innovation, and momentum as TSU moves closer to its 100th anniversary.
Record Attendance at 11th Annual Girls in Aviation Day at Lone Star Flight Museum
More than 675 aspiring aviators and STEM leaders attended Girls in Aviation Day at the Lone Star Flight Museum, experiencing hands-on activities, aircraft tours, and guidance from female leaders in aerospace.
Inspiring Global Change from Houston: The Youth Executive Leadership Program (YELP)
Houston high school student Mihika is breaking boundaries with the Youth Executive Leadership Program (YELP), empowering young leaders locally and globally through education, entrepreneurship, and innovation.
Magical Winter Lights Returns to Fort Bend County
Houston’s holiday lantern festival, Magical Winter Lights, returns November 21, 2025, at the Fort Bend County Fairgrounds, featuring dazzling lanterns, acrobatic performances, cultural vendors, and a new interactive petting zoo.
Fielding’s River Oaks Expands Lunch Service to Thursdays, Offering Chef-Driven Midday Dining
Houston diners can now enjoy Fielding’s acclaimed lunch menu on Thursdays, featuring seasonal specialties, premium steaks, and a new outdoor patio experience.
Texas Bowl Announces 2025 Gridiron Legends Class, Honoring Football Stars and Houston Icons
Texas politics is entering a bold new era. As the 2026 election approaches, Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett and State Representative Katrina Pierson — two fearless, outspoken women on opposite sides of the aisle — are eyeing higher offices that could reshape the state’s political future. From historic Senate bids to influential congressional campaigns, these rising stars are redefining what it means to lead in Texas.
Crockett and Pierson: Two Texas Powerhouses Poised to Redefine Leadership in 2026
Texas politics is entering a bold new era as Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett eyes a historic U.S. Senate run and State Representative Katrina Pierson considers a Congressional bid — two fearless women, from opposite sides of the aisle, could reshape the state’s political landscape in 2026
Hypocrisy in Holy Robes
When Cardinal Dolan praised Charlie Kirk as a modern-day St. Paul, it sparked outrage amid grief for immigrants killed by ICE — raising urgent questions about faith, morality, and the true message of the Gospel.
Comcast Empowers Houston’s Youth: A $25,000 Boost for Big Brothers Big Sisters’ Cybersecurity Mentorship Program Building Digital Confidence, One Mentorship at a Time
Comcast and BBBS Greater Houston are teaming up to launch Digital Tech Connect, an innovative cybersecurity mentorship program in Fort Bend County that empowers youth to navigate the digital world safely and confidently.
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Houston Celebrates 75 Years at Gala, Raises $600,000 for Mentorship Programs
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Houston marked 75 years of mentorship at its gala, raising $600,000 to connect hundreds of local youth with caring mentors
Teatro Índigo Brings 12th Season of “Calavera con Calavera” to the Hobby Center
Teatro Índigo returns to The Hobby Center for the 12th consecutive season of Calavera con Calavera, a vibrant Día de Muertos celebration blending theater, music, and Mexican heritage.
Texas Primary Race Shows Tight Senate Contest, Shifts in Voter Preferences
Five months before the March 2026 Texas primary, a new survey shows U.S. Sen. John Cornyn and Attorney General Ken Paxton in a tight Republican Senate race, with Wesley Hunt trailing. The survey also highlights shifts in Trump’s support and potential Democratic contenders.
The Periwinkle Foundation Hosts Houston’s Iron Sommelier Wine Tasting Event and Fundraiser
Houston’s premier wine tasting event, the Iron Sommelier, returns on November 20 at The Post Oak Hotel, benefiting pediatric cancer patients through The Periwinkle Foundation. Guests will sample exceptional wines, engage with top sommeliers, and enjoy auctions, raffles, and a four-course dinner.
