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UH professor appointed speaker of American Psychiatric Association assembly

Dr. Steven Starks, a geriatric psychiatrist and clinical assistant professor at the University of Houston’s Tilman J. Fertitta Family College of Medicine, has assumed the role of speaker for the American Psychiatric Association (APA) Assembly of District Branches. This position is considered to be the most prestigious within the organization.


Houston Mayor honors late Rev. William A. Lawson with moment of silence

Mayor John Whitmire of Houston called for a moment of silence on May 14, 2024, to honor the life and legacy of the late Reverend William A. Lawson, founding pastor of Wheeler Avenue Baptist Church. The Mayor addressed Houstonians from City Hall, expressing his admiration for Rev. Lawson's significant contributions to civil rights and social justice.


Congressman Hunt's Recruit and Retain Act passes House of Representatives

In recognition of National Police Week, the United States House of Representatives has passed Congressman Wesley Hunt's legislation, known as The Recruit and Retain Act. This bipartisan bill, co-led in the House by Congressman Glenn Ivey (D-MD), is now set to be sent to the President for approval.


Mayor Whitmire unveils proposed FY '25 City of Houston budget

On May 14, 2024, Mayor John Whitmire unveiled his proposed FY '25 City of Houston budget. Notably, the budget does not include any new taxes or fees. During a news conference attended by city council members and city department directors, Mayor Whitmire underscored that his proposal seeks to address years of financial deficits inherited by his administration through operational efficiencies.


Andy and Barbara Gessner College of Nursing graduates inaugural class of DNP students

Three years after its establishment, the Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) at the Andy and Barbara Gessner College of Nursing is celebrating its inaugural class of graduates. The DNP doctorate equips family nurse practitioners and nurse executives to tackle the scarcity of primary care providers, nursing educators, and leaders in a complex health care environment. The program elevates the level of preparation necessary for advanced nursing practice from a master’s degree to a doctorate.


Wesley James Vela purchases 2207 Winchester Lake, Rosenberg, appraised at $75,704

On May 10, Wesley James Vela purchased a property at 2207 Winchester Lake, Rosenberg from Terri Vela.


6505 Fm 723 Road, Richmond unloaded by K Hovnanian of Houston II LLC

A property at 6505 Fm 723 Road, Richmond was sold on May 10 by K Hovnanian of Houston II LLC for $587,120. The buyers were Dezmond Deaundre and Desaree Adrianna Holman.


Abdur and Rubina Rauf purchase 6422 Box Bluff Court, New Territory, appraised at $239,650

On May 10, Abdur and Rubina Rauf purchased a property at 6422 Box Bluff Court, New Territory from Antliony and Angel Low.


27402 Guthrie Ridge Lane, Katy sold on May 10

A property at 27402 Guthrie Ridge Lane, Katy was sold on May 10 by Blake Stephen and Dee Ann Henderson for $527,480. The buyers were Dee Ann Blake Stephen and Logan Blake Henderson Blake Stephen.


2618 Turning Row Lane, Missouri City purchased by Oscar William Ascencio and Dinorah Noemy Orellana

On May 10, Oscar William Ascencio and Dinorah Noemy Orellana purchased a property at 2618 Turning Row Lane, Missouri City from Donald and Jennifer Ellefson.


2718 Plantation Wood Lane, Missouri City acquired by Firdosh Munira and Mohamadfaruk K. Bhinde Munira

A property at 2718 Plantation Wood Lane, Missouri City was sold on May 10 by 2004-0000149 LLC for $311,840. The buyers were Firdosh Munira and Mohamadfaruk K. Bhinde Munira.


Interest Inc. and Following Real Property sell 4202 Brannon Branch Court, Fulshear

On May 10, Berlin Joseluis and Linda A. Villarreal purchased a property at 4202 Brannon Branch Court, Fulshear from Interest Inc. and Following Real Property.


2907 Straight Elm St., Fresno acquired by Purchasing Fund 2023-2 LLC

A property at 2907 Straight Elm St., Fresno was sold on May 10 by Jamila Anita Collins for $192,992. The buyer was Purchasing Fund 2023-2 LLC.


Mohammed Shakir Rajani buys 16707 Blueridge Road, Houston

A property at 16707 Blueridge Road, Houston was sold on May 10 by Charles and Irene Martin for $22,420. The buyer was Mohammed Shakir Rajani.


Oscar G. and Lorena Romo Solis buy 10511 Creek Bend Drive, Needville

On May 10, Oscar G. and Lorena Romo Solis purchased a property at 10511 Creek Bend Drive, Needville from Undersigned Dr Horton Texas Ltd. A.


14528 Vlasta St., Needville purchased by Van and Phuong Nguyen, Van Nguyen, Phuong Thi and Yen Ngu

A property at 14528 Vlasta St., Needville was sold on May 10 by Meritage Homes of Texas LLC for $231,072. The buyers were Van and Phuong Nguyen, Van Nguyen, Phuong Thi and Yen Ngu.


119 Tuscany St., Sugar Land sold on May 10

On May 10, Patricia Breedlove Lowrie purchased a property at 119 Tuscany St., Sugar Land from Bruce Constantine Lowrie.


Hongyun Yuan acquires 16838 Willow Bend Court, Sugar Land, appraised at $354,464

On May 10, Hongyun Yuan purchased a property at 16838 Willow Bend Court, Sugar Land from Zhong Xue and Yan LI.


Burke Romario Tavanna and Kyngs Image LLC acquire 1230 Morning Mist Court, Sugar Land, appraised at $371,835

On May 10, Burke Romario Tavanna and Kyngs Image LLC purchased a property at 1230 Morning Mist Court, Sugar Land from Gold Coast Equity LLC.


Vivek and Jinal Patel purchase 6602 Delta Crossing, Rosenberg, appraised at $340,501

On May 10, Vivek and Jinal Patel purchased a property at 6602 Delta Crossing, Rosenberg from Stovall Shandri Allen and Wendell Terrence Stovall.