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Rep. Nehls urges FAA for quick approval on increased flight cadence for SpaceX project

WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, Congressman Troy E. Nehls (R-TX-22) sent a letter to Michael Whitaker, the Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), urging him to expedite the FAA’s ongoing environmental review of SpaceX’s project, the Tiered Environmental Assessment for SpaceX Starship/Heavy Vehicle Increased Cadence at the Boca Chica Launch Site in Cameron County, Texas, and to expeditiously approve the project.


University commemorates lives lost during solemn September 11th ceremony

The University of Houston community gathered this morning to pay tribute to the lives lost and forever changed by the tragic events of 9/11. Held at the World Trade Center Memorial on the south lawn of the Student Center, the solemn ceremony was a moment of reflection, remembrance, and unity. This day marked the 23rd anniversary of the attacks that shaped a generation.


Houston Texans launch new literacy program with HISD elementary schools

The Houston Texans and the Wade Smith Foundation have partnered to encourage HISD students to read through the Reading with the Pros program. This initiative will bring active Texans players into several HISD elementary schools twice a month to read to students, aiming to improve attendance and foster a lifelong love for reading.


University of Houston opens new $44 million dining center

The University of Houston has unveiled its latest addition to the campus dining scene, "The RAD." The Retail, Auxiliary and Dining Center, a 41,000 square foot facility costing $44 million, replaces the old Student Center Satellite. The new structure is designed to be above ground and less prone to flooding.


Dr. Diego Linares recognized as HISD's Star Educator

This week’s Star Educator, Dr. Diego Linares, is a seasoned educator with experience helping schools meet their full potential. When Linares was named principal of Sam Houston Math, Science, and Technology Center High School in 2022, he was more than prepared to help guide the school into a successful future.


Discovery at UH College of Pharmacy could advance treatments for spongy heart disease

University of Houston Associate Professor of Pharmacology Mingfu Wu has been awarded $2.6 million from the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute to further his research on how the heart forms in the womb. The findings may lead to the development of new medicines to fight left ventricular non-compaction (LVNC), also known as spongy heart disease. Most patients with LVNC will require heart transplants.


Houston mayor announces pay raise and incentives for police cadets

Mayor John Whitmire has announced a significant pay increase and new incentives for Houston Police Department cadets, aiming to enhance recruitment and retention efforts.


Astros Foundation partners with Oxy for HISD student supply giveaway

Fifth graders at Dogan Elementary received a surprise visit on Friday, Sept. 6, from representatives of Occidental Petroleum (Oxy) and the Astros Foundation. The event marked the start of the school year with donations of books and school supplies. Astros mascot Orbit entertained the students with games and music provided by a DJ.


Governor Abbott announces new 'music friendly' status for City of Rockwell

Governor Greg Abbott announced today that the City of Rockwall has been designated by the Texas Music Office (TMO) as a Music Friendly Texas Certified Community. This designation follows the completion of a multi-step certification process aimed at fostering music business-related economic development and job creation in Texas cities and communities.


K Hovnanian Houston Kingdom Heights LLC unloads 14528 Vlasta St., Needville

A property at 14528 Vlasta St., Needville was sold on Sept. 5 by K Hovnanian Houston Kingdom Heights LLC for $231,072. The buyer was Carl Hammitte Jr.


17315 Milrig Court, Richmond sold by Opendoor Property Trust I.

A property at 17315 Milrig Court, Richmond was sold on Sept. 5 by Opendoor Property Trust I. for $491,150. The buyer was David Castillo.


JR. Jack Tones, Jack Tones Jr. and Quinette Vanessa Yancey-Tones buy 1934 Golden Creek Lane, Richmond

A property at 1934 Golden Creek Lane, Richmond was sold on Sept. 5 by Taylor Morrison of Texas Inc. for $250,280. The buyers were JR. Jack Tones, Jack Tones Jr. and Quinette Vanessa Yancey-Tones.


Rudy Villarreal unloads 5703 Rancho Road, Pleak

On Sept. 5, WH1 LLC purchased a property at 5703 Rancho Road, Pleak from Rudy Villarreal.


Gelladuga Nadine Gonzalez and Albarillo Karl acquire 2723 Turning Row Lane, Missouri City, appraised at $219,730

A property at 2723 Turning Row Lane, Missouri City was sold on Sept. 5 by Gelladuga Nadine Gonzalez for $219,730. The buyers were Gelladuga Nadine Gonzalez and Albarillo Karl.


April Chaney, April Pollard and Horace E. Chaney Amarried Couple sell 2314 Broadgreen Drive, Missouri City

On Sept. 5, Open House Texas Realty & Investments LLC purchased a property at 2314 Broadgreen Drive, Missouri City from April Chaney, April Pollard and Horace E. Chaney Amarried Couple.


Kirsten Minter, Kirsten and Landon Williams and Attorney-In-Fact for sell 30 Island Blvd., Missouri City

On Sept. 5, Jacob Reuben and Kimberly Valdez purchased a property at 30 Island Blvd., Missouri City from Kirsten Minter, Kirsten and Landon Williams and Attorney-In-Fact for.


6806 MacZali Drive, Houston purchased by Yenny L Alfaro-Vazquez, Occupying Other Property as and Homestead

A property at 6806 MacZali Drive, Houston was sold on Sept. 5 by Zkk Investments LLC for $101,590. The buyers were Yenny L Alfaro-Vazquez, Occupying Other Property as and Homestead.


Frank R. Espinoza unloads 12127 Breezy Meadow Drive, Stafford

A property at 12127 Breezy Meadow Drive, Stafford was sold on Sept. 6 by Frank R. Espinoza for $181,340. The buyers were Phuong K Nguyen A. Siugl E. and Anh Quoc Tran.


Said Fielder Brook LLC purchases 1731 Harvey St., Stafford, appraised at $247,220

On Sept. 6, Said Fielder Brook LLC purchased a property at 1731 Harvey St., Stafford from Amit and Devina Kohli.


12118 Meadowdale Drive, Meadows Place sold by Betty Lou and Edwin Michael Schofield

On Sept. 6, Betty Lou and Betty L. Schofield purchased a property at 12118 Meadowdale Drive, Meadows Place from Betty Lou and Edwin Michael Schofield.