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News from December 2023
HANDY DARLENE CARLA||HANDY BENJAMIN III buys 2207 Diamond Crest Drive, Houston
By Houston Daily | Dec 12, 2023
On Dec. 7, HANDY DARLENE CARLA||HANDY BENJAMIN III purchased a property at 2207 Diamond Crest Drive, Houston from PACHECO JUANITA TAPIA||PACHECO ALEXANDREA M||PACHECO BLANCA JEZBEL DE LEON.
9522 Sweeney Brook Lane, Rosenberg purchased by PORINCHU ROSILY
By Houston Daily | Dec 12, 2023
A property at 9522 Sweeney Brook Lane, Rosenberg was sold on Dec. 7 by PERRY HOMES LLC for $174,400. The buyer was PORINCHU ROSILY.
Illegal immigrant arrested, charged in death of Edna High School cheerleader
By Houston Daily | Dec 12, 2023
Authorities have apprehended and charged 23-year-old Rafael Govea Romero for the fatal stabbing of Lizbeth Medina, a 16-year-old student at Edna High School in the Edna Independent School District (EISD). The incident occurred at an apartment that Medina shared with her mother. According to authorities, Romero is reportedly residing in the U.S. illegally.
Texans lose 30-6 to Jets, Stroud suffers concussion
By Houston Daily | Dec 12, 2023
The Houston Texans recently faced the formidable defense of the New York Jets. With aspirations of advancing in the playoffs, the Texans aimed to secure a victory at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey. However, C.J. Stroud and his team found it challenging to overcome a top 10 defense, resulting in a 30-6 defeat by their hosts.
Lone Star Groundwater Conservation District Board of Directors met Oct. 10
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Dec 12, 2023
Lone Star Groundwater Conservation District Board of Directors met Tuesday, Oct. 10
Houston Housing Authority Board of Commissioners met Nov. 14
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Dec 12, 2023
Houston Housing Authority Board of Commissioners met Tuesday, Nov. 14
ExxonMobil outlines corporate plan with over doubled earnings potential by 2027
By Houston Daily | Dec 12, 2023
Exxon Mobil Corporation has announced an update to its Corporate Plan through 2027, with a focus on significant annual earnings and cash flow growth by $14 billion from year-end 2023. The company also aims for average returns of approximately 30% on capital investments and is exploring over $20 billion in opportunities to reduce emissions.
Sysco colleagues log 17,000 volunteer hours in global Purpose month
By Houston Daily Report | Dec 11, 2023
Sysco Corporation announced that its colleagues dedicated close to 17,000 hours in November during the inaugural global Purpose month. Engaging in more than 500 events sponsored by the company or volunteering independently, Sysco colleagues contributed their time across various locations, including the United States, Canada, Sri Lanka, the U.K., and Ireland.
Blue Kangaroo Packoutz expands its presence with a new Houston location
By Houston Daily | Dec 11, 2023
Blue Kangaroo Packoutz (BKP), a firm specializing in content cleaning and restoration services, has announced the opening of its fourth Texas location. Situated at 6823 Theall Road, Suite C, in Houston, this new establishment began operations in October.
Brays Oaks Management District Beautification and Urban Design Committee met Oct. 5
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Dec 11, 2023
Brays Oaks Management District Beautification and Urban Design Committee met Thursday, Oct. 5
Five Corners Improvement District Environmental & Urban Design Committee met Nov. 13
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Dec 11, 2023
Five Corners Improvement District Environmental & Urban Design Committee met Monday, Nov. 13
Hollins on successful bid for Houston controller: 'We did it, y’all'
By Houston Daily | Dec 10, 2023
Chris Hollins, who gained prominence as the interim clerk for Texas's largest county during the 2020 election cycle, is set to become the next controller for the city of Houston, according to unofficial results. The Democrat outperformed Orlando Sanchez in the race for the city's financial watchdog role.
Cornyn on bill to reform current live event ticketing system: 'The current ticketing system is riddled with problems and doesn’t serve the needs of fans, teams, artists, or venues'
By Houston Daily | Dec 10, 2023
U.S. Senators John Cornyn (R-TX) and Amy Klobuchar (D-MN) have spearheaded a bipartisan initiative to reform the current live event ticketing system. The lawmakers introduced the Fans First Act, legislation aimed at addressing issues related to ticket purchasing and price transparency for fans. According to Cornyn's office, the existing ticketing system is beleaguered by bots, unauthorized resellers, and large conglomerates.
Unofficial results show Whitmire the victor of Houston mayoral race
By Houston Daily | Dec 9, 2023
Unofficial results from the 2023 Houston mayoral runoff race indicate that Texas State Sen. John Whitmire (D-Houston) is set to succeed incumbent Sylvester Turner. Whitmire triumphed over U.S. Representative Sheila Jackson Lee (D-Houston) for the Bayou City’s top office, securing nearly 65% of the vote on December 9.
Pearland eatery owner to famed TikToker who gave glowing review: 'You are changing lives in real time'
By Houston Daily | Dec 9, 2023
TikTok food influencer Keith Lee has a well-known knack for boosting the fortunes of eateries he visits. A recent beneficiary of this phenomenon is The Puddery in Pearland, which was struggling financially until Lee paid an unannounced visit as part of his Houston tour. Since November 28, owner Janel Prator has witnessed a surge in patronage at her shop located at 5517 Broadway.
Edna Independent School District elects not to host vigil for late student
By Houston Daily | Dec 9, 2023
The Edna Independent School District (EISD) has declared that it will not host a vigil for Lizbeth Medina, an Edna High School student found deceased in her apartment by her mother. The public school district, located at least 106 miles southwest of Houston, stated that it does not wish to interfere with the ongoing investigation and expressed concerns for the safety of all students.
ROMEO HOMES TEXAS LLC||ROMEO HOME TEXAS LLC sells 6212 Austin Drive, Missouri City
By Houston Daily | Dec 9, 2023
A property at 6212 Austin Drive, Missouri City was sold on Dec. 7 by ROMEO HOMES TEXAS LLC||ROMEO HOME TEXAS LLC for $550,000. The buyer was MOTON SHABANA||MOTON SHABANA.
4106 Monarch Drive, Sugar Land sold on Dec. 7
By Houston Daily | Dec 9, 2023
On Dec. 7, THOMPSON DARCI purchased a property at 4106 Monarch Drive, Sugar Land from PERRY HOMES LLC.
10034 Towne Mist Drive, Sugar Land sold by GNMJ LLC
By Houston Daily | Dec 9, 2023
On Dec. 7, ROMAN JUNIOR MIGUEL PACHECO||MARTINEZ NAZARETH JOSEFINA RANGEL purchased a property at 10034 Towne Mist Drive, Sugar Land from GNMJ LLC.
Fort Bend County home sales in week ending Dec. 2
By Houston Daily | Dec 9, 2023
There were 132 reported residential sales in Fort Bend County in the week ending Dec. 2, according to BlockShopper.com.