Houston Daily

News from July 2024


Houston-area lawmakers seek explanation for denied funding affecting CenterPoint Energy

U.S. Congressman Michael McCaul, alongside Congressman Morgan Luttrell (Texas-8) and four other Houston-area members of the Texas delegation, has sent a letter to Department of Energy (DOE) Secretary Jennifer Granholm. The lawmakers expressed concern over a reported DOE decision to deny CenterPoint Energy’s application for $100 million from the DOE’s Grid Resilience and Innovation Partnerships (GRIP) Program in 2023. This decision could have significantly impeded Texas' power restoration and recovery efforts following Hurricane Beryl.


HISD announces campus hiring event for July 27

The HISD Talent Acquisition Team will host a 2024–2025 Campus Hiring Event on Saturday, July 27, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Delmar Fieldhouse (2020 Mangum Road, 77092).


Ralph C. and Susan G. Wilton and Wilton Family Trust purchase 10311 Antelope Alley, Sienna Plantation, appraised at $101,504

A property at 10311 Antelope Alley, Sienna Plantation was sold on July 17 by Ralph and Susan Wilton for $101,504. The buyers were Ralph C. and Susan G. Wilton and Wilton Family Trust.


Binny Thomas and Binny T. Oonnoonny and Robby Mathew sell 10810 Naburn Gate, Richmond

On July 17, Philip and Susan Koshy purchased a property at 10810 Naburn Gate, Richmond from Binny Thomas and Binny T. Oonnoonny and Robby Mathew.


1906 Riflewood Circle, Missouri City purchased by Emily Michelle Pascual and Kathia Jilanny Pascual Arellano

A property at 1906 Riflewood Circle, Missouri City was sold on July 17 by Portia A. Bruckner for $199,520. The buyers were Emily Michelle Pascual and Kathia Jilanny Pascual Arellano.


Texas representatives question DOE's denial of funds for CenterPoint Energy

Congressman Morgan Luttrell (R-TX) has addressed a letter to Department of Energy (DOE) Secretary Jennifer Granholm, expressing concern over the DOE's decision to deny CenterPoint Energy’s application for approximately $100 million from the DOE’s Grid Resilience and Innovation Partnerships (GRIP) Program. The Houston-based utility company sought these funds following a recent report that highlighted the impact of Hurricane Beryl on Texas' power restoration and recovery efforts.


Legislation introduced by McCaul aims at strengthening military asset security

U.S. Congressman Michael McCaul (R-Texas), chairman emeritus of the House Committee on Homeland Security, has introduced the Protecting Military Assets Act of 2024 in collaboration with Congressman Morgan Luttrell (R-Texas). The bill stipulates that illegal immigrants convicted of or having committed offenses related to entering military, naval, or coast guard property will be deemed inadmissible and subject to removal.


Survey highlights Texan preparedness amid frequent power outages

As Houston and the Texas Gulf Coast continue recovering from Hurricane Beryl, a new survey from the University of Houston and Texas Southern University provides insight into Texans' past experiences with extreme weather, including prolonged power outages, and how those experiences impacted their preparedness for future events.


1118 Lake Estates Drive, Sugar Land sold on July 16

A property at 1118 Lake Estates Drive, Sugar Land was sold on July 16 by Lennar Homes of Texas Sales and Marketing Ltd. a Texas Ltd. Partnership and Lennar Homes of Texas Sales and Marketing Ltd. for $210,738. The buyers were Bryan Michael Allen and Jessica Weiman.


D. R. Horton-Texas Ltd. and Dr Horton Texas Ltd. unload 21815 Colonial Bend Lane, Cinco Ranch

On July 16, Olaniyi Isaac Akinyemi purchased a property at 21815 Colonial Bend Lane, Cinco Ranch from D. R. Horton-Texas Ltd. and Dr Horton Texas Ltd.


Pact Home Solutions LLC acquires 2003 Birnam Glen Drive, Greatwood, appraised at $364,030

A property at 2003 Birnam Glen Drive, Greatwood was sold on July 16 by Hq Homes LLC for $364,030. The buyer was Pact Home Solutions LLC.


7902 Leroy Road, Richmond acquired by Nauman Zubair, Suwaiba Jawed and Q--1-4O

On July 16, Nauman Zubair, Suwaiba Jawed and Q--1-4O purchased a property at 7902 Leroy Road, Richmond from Joseph R. and Karen M. Hatton.


12407 Glenmeadow Drive, Stafford unloaded by Bui Sandy Nguyen

On July 16, Nell Nguyen Christina, Lynna Nell Nguyen, Nell Nguyen Lynna and Nguyen Trisha Chau purchased a property at 12407 Glenmeadow Drive, Stafford from Bui Sandy Nguyen.


29404 McKinnon Road, Fulshear acquired by Fei and Fei Zhou

On July 16, Fei and Fei Zhou purchased a property at 29404 McKinnon Road, Fulshear from Justin and Cayla Furgason.


Christopher James Tandy purchases 13602 Lynnwood Lane, Sugar Land, appraised at $61,824

On July 16, Christopher James Tandy purchased a property at 13602 Lynnwood Lane, Sugar Land from Denise Booth McLarty and John W. Strength.


Phhou Sc and Limited Liability Co. sell 3922 Felicia Drive, Sugar Land

A property at 3922 Felicia Drive, Sugar Land was sold on July 16 by Phhou Sc and Limited Liability Co. for $196,684. The buyer was Perry Homes LLC.


13207 Rosstown Drive, Sugar Land purchased by Ramirez Martha Martinez and Roberto Ramirez Gongora

On July 16, Ramirez Martha Martinez and Roberto Ramirez Gongora purchased a property at 13207 Rosstown Drive, Sugar Land from D. R. Horton-Texas Ltd. and Dr Horton Texas Ltd. A.


6719 Linwood Terrace Drive, Richmond acquired by Olusegun Oladapo and Olufunmilayo Olamoyegun

On July 16, Olusegun Oladapo and Olufunmilayo Olamoyegun purchased a property at 6719 Linwood Terrace Drive, Richmond from Mohammad W. and Qarmina Y. Ahmed.


Lou Ann Davis purchases 1934 Golden Creek Lane, Richmond, appraised at $250,280

A property at 1934 Golden Creek Lane, Richmond was sold on July 16 by Taylor Morrison of Texas Inc. for $250,280. The buyer was Lou Ann Davis.


Trey Christopher Stone buys 17 Sovereign Circle, Richmond

On July 16, Trey Christopher Stone purchased a property at 17 Sovereign Circle, Richmond from Shaver 92 LLC.