Houston Daily

News from July 2025


Governor Abbott adds four counties amid continued flooding recovery

Governor Greg Abbott has expanded the state disaster declaration to include Edwards, Kinney, Real, and Schleicher counties following severe flooding in Texas.


Governor Abbott announces major expansion by Collins Aerospace in Richardson

Governor Greg Abbott has announced that Collins Aerospace, an RTX business, will expand its manufacturing and research operations in Richardson.


Harris County voters express concerns over crime, infrastructure, housing costs

New research conducted by the University of Houston's Hobby School of Public Affairs reveals that Harris County voters are expressing concern about local issues such as crime, infrastructure, flooding, and housing costs.


Abbott congratulates City of Paris on becoming digital media friendly

Governor Greg Abbott has congratulated the City of Paris for being designated as the fourth Digital Media Friendly Texas Certified Community.


Governor Abbott activates emergency resources ahead of tropical weather

Governor Greg Abbott has instructed the Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM) to activate state emergency response resources in anticipation of a tropical weather system.


Governor Abbott extends SNAP benefit deadline after Texas floods

Governor Greg Abbott announced an extension for SNAP replacement benefits following severe flooding in Texas.


Governor Abbott congratulates Borger on becoming certified tourism friendly community

Governor Greg Abbott has extended his congratulations to the City of Borger for achieving the designation of a Tourism Friendly Texas Certified Community by Travel Texas.


University of Houston honors staff member for online eye clinic scheduling innovation

Guaquita Lavelle-Watkins, clinic administrator at the University of Houston College of Optometry, has been recognized for developing the college’s first online appointment scheduler.


Harris County survey finds majority favor sports facility upgrades with public funds

A recent survey conducted by the University of Houston’s Hobby School of Public Affairs shows that most Harris County voters support increased investment in sports and entertainment facilities.


5506 Fm 2977 Road, Richmond sold by Khorshed Hussein Amr, Lena Almasri, Said Saleh Billal and Billal Said Saleh

On July 28, Le Nhu Quynh purchased a property at 5506 Fm 2977 Road, Richmond from Khorshed Hussein Amr, Lena Almasri, Said Saleh Billal and Billal Said Saleh.


1519 S. Medio River Circle, Sugar Land sold by Adan and Angela Deroche

On July 28, Doublea Homes LLC purchased a property at 1519 S. Medio River Circle, Sugar Land from Adan and Angela Deroche.


9 Foxworth Court, Sugar Land sold by Hollywood Andrew T. and Jane K. Hollywood

On July 28, Carlos and Gladys Arakelian purchased a property at 9 Foxworth Court, Sugar Land from Hollywood Andrew T. and Jane K. Hollywood.


Tina and Mona Jaffari acquire 5418 Rosehaven Court, Sugar Land, appraised at $119,798

On July 28, Tina and Mona Jaffari purchased a property at 5418 Rosehaven Court, Sugar Land from Sarah Amra.


Jose Raul Contreras Escalante and Erika Imelda Olivas Marinelarena purchase 2927 N. Blue Meadow Circle, Sugar Land, appraised at $172,334

A property at 2927 N. Blue Meadow Circle, Sugar Land was sold on July 28 by Rosa Daniela and Rosa Daniela Flores and Rosa Leo Garcia Dela for $172,334. The buyers were Jose Raul Contreras Escalante and Erika Imelda Olivas Marinelarena.


13623 Florence Road, Sugar Land sold on July 28

A property at 13623 Florence Road, Sugar Land was sold on July 28 by Nicholas Joe Martinez and Tapia Martimez for $146,800. The buyers were Mauricio and Jamie Benitez.


21110 Somerset Park Lane, Katy sold by Dfh Coventry LLC

A property at 21110 Somerset Park Lane, Katy was sold on July 28 by Dfh Coventry LLC for $193,370. The buyer was Kelechi Agnes Obi.


11118 Fermill Court, Richmond purchased by Villarreal Arthur and Villarreal Elizabeth Am

On July 28, Villarreal Arthur and Villarreal Elizabeth Am purchased a property at 11118 Fermill Court, Richmond from Pulte Homes of Texas LP.


8811 Grand Villa Lane, Richmond sold by Siddiqui Mohammad Adbul Rehman, Saarah Jabeen Nayeemuddin and Jabeen Nayeemuddin Saarah

A property at 8811 Grand Villa Lane, Richmond was sold on July 28 by Siddiqui Mohammad Adbul Rehman, Saarah Jabeen Nayeemuddin and Jabeen Nayeemuddin Saarah for $144,472. The buyers were Abigail, Jerry, Peter and Nancy Kudan.


Santana Investment Pro LLC purchases 1927 Manchester Crossing Drive, Fresno, appraised at $229,590

On July 28, Santana Investment Pro LLC purchased a property at 1927 Manchester Crossing Drive, Fresno from Turcios Rafael Ismael, Rosa MacAria Zepeda and Zepeda Rosa MacAria.


16526 Boss Gaston Road, Four Corners purchased by Kawas Edward Bishara Jr. and Kawas Lee

A property at 16526 Boss Gaston Road, Four Corners was sold on July 28 by Sylvia Yolanda Riell for $223,430. The buyers were Kawas Edward Bishara Jr. and Kawas Lee.