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Foundation for Jones Hall announces $50 million renovation plans for iconic performing arts facility this summer and beyond
Will build upon earlier renovation work and improve patron and performer experiences through technology and infrastructure enhancements
The Foundation for Jones Hall (FJH) announces renovation plans for Jones Hall, Houston’s iconic performing arts center, focused on significantly improving patron, musician and artist experiences. This renewal is designed to bring the building up to the highest standards in technology and operations, while incorporating modern amenities. Renovations, which range from state-of-the-art acoustical and infrastructure improvements to new, relocated restrooms; new, wider stairways; an expanded Green Room and lobby expansion/improvements, will continue over the coming summers and will build upon the first phase of renovations completed in 2020 and 2021.
Midway Breaks Ground on East River, Announcing First Tenants in the 150-Acre Mixed-Use Development
Houston-based Midway, the privately owned, fully integrated real estate investment and development firm, broke ground today on its 150-acre East River development, one of the most impactful urban revitalizations for a generation in Houston’s urban core. Designed to grow and evolve through multiple phases across a decades-long development horizon, East River will transform the city’s waterfront east of Downtown into a new economic center. Alongside commemorating this significant milestone, Midway is pleased to announce two office tenants—Method Architecture and TEAL—as well as a new event venue and rooftop bar from the owners of The Astorian will join the development’s first phase, slated for completion in 2023.
Representative Coleman Condemns Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick's Disparaging Comments on Local Government
Today, August 12, 2017, Representative Garnet F. Coleman (D-Houston) released the following statement: "Last Friday, Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick made disparaging remarks about our cities and the local governments that run them. A nationwide 2016 Gallup Poll found similar results to polls taken since 2013, 71% of Americans polled say they have a ‘great deal’ or a ‘fair amount’ of trust in local government to handle problems, compared with 62% who say the same for their state government.
Mayor Turner's Statement On the Death of Houston City Council Member Larry Green
"I am shocked and grieving over the untimely death of Houston Council Member Larry Green. But one person’s feelings are secondary to the fact that all of Houston has lost a groundbreaking advocate for equality, economic opportunity and neighborhood safety." ~ Mayor Sylvester Turner
Urban South - HTX Joins More Than 300 Breweries In “Black is Beautiful” Beer Initiative
Houston brewery participates in global beer collaboration to bring awareness to injustices faced by people of color
Urban South - HTX, Urban South Brewery’s new Houston location, is honored to participate in the “Black is Beautiful” initiative, a global beer collaboration created to bring awareness to the injustices that many people of color face daily. Urban South’s “Black is Beautiful” creation will be released to the public in early July, and the brewery will donate 100% of the proceeds from beer sales to Black Lives Matter: Houston.
Congressman Al Green Joined Mayor Sylvester Turner, Houston Health Department, Texas Department of Emergency Management for Announcement of New Coronavirus Testing Site in Sunnyside
On Wednesday, April 29, 2020, Congressman Al Green joined Mayor Sylvester Turner as well as representatives from the Houston Health Department and Texas Department of Emergency Management to announce a new coronavirus testing site in Sunnyside, located in the Ninth Congressional District. Congressman Green released the following statement:
Commissioner Rodney Ellis and Houston Food Bank Partner to Give Food to Needy Families for Holidays
Harris County Precinct One employees – led by Commissioner Rodney Ellis - distributed 200,000 pounds of holiday cheer last Saturday, December 15. Over 4,000 Precinct One families received Holiday Food Boxes through a partnership with the Houston Food Bank.
June Deadrick Elected to Board of Trustees of the Texas Bar Foundation
June Deadrick, Director of State & Federal Relations (Government Affairs) for CenterPoint Energy has been elected to the Board of Trustees of the Texas Bar Foundation.
Harbor Freight Tools Signs Deal to Open New Location in Houston, TX
Hiring to Begin for 25-30 New Jobs in the Community
Harbor Freight Tools, America’s go-to store for quality tools at the lowest prices, has announced that it will be opening a new store in Houston, TX. The new store will be located at 10045 Almeda Genoa Road and is expected to open this summer. An official opening date will be announced closer to opening.
Arab Spring failed to deliver on hopes, Baker Institute survey finds
The Arab Spring protests of 2010-12 failed to deliver what many in the Middle East and North Africa region hoped they would, according to a new survey and paper from Rice University's Baker Institute for Public Policy. However, the study's authors found marked variation across the region's nations in how respondents view the protests and uprisings.
BREAKING NEWS Houston ABC13 weather icon Ed Brandon has died
Houston television icon and longtime member of the ABC13 family Ed Brandon died peacefully last night in Houston.
Three Houston Development Projects Honored by National Jury
The Houston District Council of the Urban Land Institute (ULI) has selected Buffalo Bayou Park, Hermann Park’s McGovern Centennial Gardens and MATCH (Midtown Arts and Theatre Center Houston) for its 2017 Development of Distinction Awards. ULI honors public open spaces and developments that exemplify best practices in design, construction, economic viability, healthy places, marketing and management and is modeled after the national Urban Land Institute Global Awards for Excellence and Urban Open Spaces Awards.
Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Announces Plans for $2 Million Commitment to Hurricane Harvey Relief Efforts]
Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo officials announced plans for its $2 million donation to Hurricane Harvey relief efforts to help rebuild Houston and the surrounding areas.
AARP Awards City of Houston Planning & Development Department a Community Challenge Grant
Award Aims to Educate Public about Traffic and Mobility Solutions
The City of Houston Planning and Development Department’s plans to educate the public about several traffic management solutions is getting a boost thanks to a 2020 Community Challenge grant that AARP is awarding the department.
Houston City Councilman Dwight Boykins' Letter On Enhanced Security
In lieu of recent acts of gun violence like the mass shooting at a Pittsburgh synagogue and the fatal workplace shooting this September at a Rite Aid distribution center in Maryland, many people have become increasingly concerned about security at public buildings including Houston City Hall.
Mayor Sylvester Turner welcomes new police officers, announces pay raise and contract agreement with the Houston Police Officers Union
Mayor Sylvester Turner congratulated graduates of the Houston Police Department cadet class #252 Thursday afternoon and thanked them for providing more boots on the ground to help combat crime throughout the City.
John Whitmire Files To Run for Mayor of Houston
John Whitmire today filed to run in the November 7 election for Mayor of the City of Houston.
Four Tips to Help Communities and Churches Battle Human Trafficking: Baylor Expert
Super Bowl shines spotlight on global epidemic
Super Bowl festivities in Houston will be in full swing this week as the nation gears up for the NFL’s premier event on Sunday. Thousands of people will pour into the city. Unfortunately, those crowds will include those involved in human trafficking.
How COVID-19 is Changing Elder Care, Senior Housing and In-Home Caregiving in Houston
The threat of COVID-19 in nursing homes and assisted living facilities is changing the way seniors, and their families, approach where and how they receive care.
THIS MONTH: Texas Communities Bring Hope, Can-Do Spirit to School Choice Week Celebrations
Gov. Greg Abbott Issues Proclamation Recognizing Jan. 23-29 as School Choice Week
Kids learn differently, and families need education options. That's the message Texas families and educators are bringing to their celebrations of National School Choice Week 2022.
