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Hotel Vesper Houston, a Tribute Portfolio™ Hotel, Introduces Luxury and Texas-Style Hospitality to the Iconic Galleria District
New boutique hotel experience offers stylish guest rooms, elevated culinary and cocktail concepts and intimate event spaces
Hotel Vesper, a new Tribute Portfolio gem in Houston's Galleria area, invites guests to indulge in a blend of luxury, style, and comfort across 131 meticulously designed rooms and suites, complete with unique offerings like the Caché Cocktail Bar and Vesper Café, sophisticated event spaces, and a state-of-the-art fitness center, ensuring a five-star experience in the heart of the city.
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Houston Independent School District, Houston Food Bank to offer daily meal distributions
The Houston Independent School District, in partnership with the Houston Food Bank School Market program, will offer daily food distribution at five area high schools, beginning Monday, March 16, and continuing through Monday, March 20. A sixth high school will host a one-time food distribution site on Saturday, March 14 (tomorrow).
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The Rose Hosts 4th Annual Ensemble Theatre Fundraiser to Change High Death Rate in African American Women
The Rose @ The Ensemble will once again fill theatre seats with Houstonians passionate about saving the lives of African American women.
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Kevin Porter Jr. learning to become a better defender against top talent in the NBA
Although Ayton finished the night with 16 points, I am pretty sure he will remember the pesky 6-foot-6 guard who always seemed to be around when he was demanding the ball.
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Plan Moves Forward for Temporary Flood Mitigation
Texas Commission on Environmental Quality will use “enforcement discretion” if flood mitigation releases for Lake Houston and Lake Conroe exceed annual water rights
Hurricane Harvey deposited tremendous amounts of silt in the West Fork of the San Jacinto River. The silt physically changed the river’s ability to safely pass water flows during storms and created need for a significant dredging project to restore the river’s capacity.
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Former At-Large Houston City Council Member Amanda Edwards Announces Candidacy for Congress & to Succeed Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee in the 18th Congressional District
This morning, former At-Large Houston City Council Member Amanda Edwards launched her campaign today to succeed Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee to serve Houston’s 18th Congressional District. Surrounded by community stakeholders in the heart of 5th Ward, she announced the news of suspending her bid for Houston mayor in order to run for Congress.
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Christina Morales: Proud of Her Heritage, Proud of Her Story
Being told that you are not good enough just because of your skin color is damaging to anyone no matter their race or age. It leads to far greater issues down the line. Having pride in your cultural heritage helps to build self-confidence and self-love while also claiming ownership of your ancestry and honoring the sacrifices, work, and love of those who came before you.
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Houston Astros and Raising Cane’s Present: Texas Showdown Ticket Giveaway!
Raising Cane’s Joins Forces with Astros to Offer Exclusive Game Passes and Finger-Licking Fun*
Brace yourselves, Houston! Raising Cane’s, the iconic purveyor of mouthwatering Chicken Finger meals, is teaming up with the Houston Astros to bring fans an electrifying opportunity. As the Astros gear up for an adrenaline-fueled clash against the Texas Rangers on Sunday, April 14th, Raising Cane’s is orchestrating a spectacular giveaway event that promises to make hearts race and spirits soar.
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Houston Native Serves on Navy Deployment
Culinary Specialist 1st Class Samuel Villarreal, from Houston, Texas, uses binoculars while standing watch during a combat systems drill aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Mason (DDG 87).
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Houston Texans Tytus Howard Named 2023 Black College Football Pro Player of the Year
Houston Texans offensive lineman Tytus Howard cherishes the moments he spent on the campus of Alabama State University (ASU) in Montgomery, Alabama. There, he honed his skills on the football field and became a first-round draft pick in the 2019 NFL Draft by the Texans.
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Astros Control Their Own Destiny
Houston’s 6-1 victory puts them closer to securing a berth in the playoffs
“Controlling your own destiny,” is a phrase the Houston Astros have heard over the last three weeks day in and day out. Of course, it is a cliché that could be used at the start of every season, but it doesn’t mean as much when you still have over four months of baseball left during a normal season compared to a 60-game global pandemic one.
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ParkHouston Recognized as Parking Organization of the Year by International Parking & Mobility Institute (IPMI)
The City of Houston’s on-street parking management division – ParkHouston – has been named the Parking Organization of the Year by the International Parking & Mobility Institute (IPMI). IPMI ’s Professional Recognition Awards acknowledge professionals and organizations who operate, maintain, and manage parking and mobility operations. The awards also celebrate those who are changing the perception of the industry as a career and profession. Award winners are nominated by their peers and selected by a committee of industry professionals.
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Mayor Turner Announces Return of Make Music Day in Houston
Mayor Sylvester Turner is encouraging Houstonians of all musical abilities to participate in this year’s Make Music Day (MMD) in Houston. The participatory day-long celebration will take place on Tuesday, June 21, 2022, the summer solstice and longest day of the year.
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Caring, Healing, Teaching: Meet Cordegus Monette, HCDE's August Employee of the Month
For 20 years, Cordegus Monette has been educating and supporting students in alternative learning environments to help them forge a path for their futures. As the transition specialist at Harris County Department of Education’s Academic and Behavior School West, Monette believes part of his job is to show students the possibilities the future holds for them. He does this by demonstrating he believes in them so they can believe in themselves.
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Ronald McDonald House Houston and RMHC Greater Houston/Galveston Unveil Groundbreaking Merger
The combined “Ronald McDonald House Charities Greater Houston” will serve more families than ever
Ronald McDonald House Houston and Ronald McDonald House Charities of Greater Houston/Galveston proudly announce their merger, a strategic decision to strengthen support for families with seriously ill children in Greater Houston by combining the resources of these related but previously separate entities. The newly formed organization, Ronald McDonald House Charities Greater Houston (RMHC Greater Houston), is poised to increase capacity, streamline efficiency, and expand its reach beyond the Texas Medical Center to previously underserved areas, including The Woodlands, Katy, Sugar Land and beyond.
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More Pregnant Women Are Using Pot, Study Finds
More pregnant women seem to be using pot -- sometimes to ease the nausea of morning sickness or heightened anxiety -- and a new study suggests that this slight rise in marijuana use is most pronounced among those younger in age.
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Red Bull Dance Your Style: A Spectacular Showcase of Houston's Finest Dancers
Get ready to witness the electrifying energy of Red Bull Dance Your Style as it returns to Houston on Saturday, March 2nd at the iconic POST Houston venue. This international mixed-style dance competition promises an exhilarating day of freestyle battles and sensational performances, all within a vibrant atmosphere of creativity and expression.
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Covid-19 deaths have dropped below 1,000 a day as summer surge tails off
Declines in the average number of daily Covid-19 deaths and in new cases indicate that the virus' summer surge through the US is waning.
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Drug overdose epidemic goes far beyond opioids, requires new policies, says Baker Institute paper
Most government-funded initiatives to address the overdose epidemic in the United States have targeted opioids specifically and have neglected other drugs that are increasingly implicated in overdoses, such as cocaine and methamphetamine, according to an issue brief by a drug policy expert at Rice University’s Baker Institute for Public Policy.
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Ayesha Curry Bringing New Restaurant to Houston in 2018
Come 2018, Houston will be home to a new restaurant owned by Ayesha Curry. The NBA wife, who has a growing resume, already has business deals with Cover Girl and Food Network.
