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News from May 2025


16422 Split Willow Drive, Four Corners purchased by Fred and Janet Colonna

On April 28, Fred and Janet Colonna purchased a property at 16422 Split Willow Drive, Four Corners from Kyle Jackson Senogles.


Newmark Homes Houston LLC sells 15106 Oldtown Bridge Court, Four Corners

On April 28, Alexander Douglas and Daritza Esmeralda Watkins purchased a property at 15106 Oldtown Bridge Court, Four Corners from Newmark Homes Houston LLC.


Ann Vaughan Janith purchases 8731 River Wind Drive, Greatwood, appraised at $204,850

A property at 8731 River Wind Drive, Greatwood was sold on April 28 by George Eugene Vaughan and Ann Vaughan Janith for $204,850. The buyer was Ann Vaughan Janith.


Kearney Linda Shan, James Thomas Devito and Thomas Devito James sell 6511 Planetree Court, New Territory

A property at 6511 Planetree Court, New Territory was sold on April 28 by Kearney Linda Shan, James Thomas Devito and Thomas Devito James for $202,664. The buyer was Ly Keyu.


Adrienne Oliver acquires 15914 Kenbrook Drive, Houston, appraised at $150,640

On April 28, Adrienne Oliver purchased a property at 15914 Kenbrook Drive, Houston from Alexander Onyeji and Theresa Okafor.


7043 Laughlin Drive, Houston purchased by Dawson Charles M. II

A property at 7043 Laughlin Drive, Houston was sold on April 28 by Dawson Charles M. for $193,800. The buyer was Dawson Charles M. II.


2211 Courtney Court, Missouri City purchased by John Weaver

A property at 2211 Courtney Court, Missouri City was sold on April 28 by John Weaver and Sabrija Alimanovic for $121,620. The buyer was John Weaver.


Justin D. Charles and Candice L Charles Grantoe Whether One unload 30 Island Blvd., Missouri City

A property at 30 Island Blvd., Missouri City was sold on April 28 by Justin D. Charles and Candice L Charles Grantoe Whether One for $408,200. The buyer was Fahad Naseerullah.


Governor Abbott appoints members and chair to Lower Colorado River Authority board

Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Curtis Ford, Aden Lasseter, and Mark Mayo, and reappointed Robert “Bobby” Lewis and Margaret “Meg” Voelter to the Lower Colorado River Authority (LCRA) for terms expiring on February 1, 2031.


Governor Abbott announces appointments to state board of marriage and family therapists

Governor Greg Abbott has made new appointments to the Texas State Board of Marriage and Family Therapists.


Congressmen introduce resolution for brain tumor awareness month in May

This week, U.S. Congressmen Michael McCaul (R-Texas) and Mike Quigley (D-Ill.) put forth a resolution to designate May 2025 as National Brain Tumor Awareness Month.


Matagorda County's role in America's energy future highlighted by Rep. Nehls

Congressman Troy E. Nehls, representing Texas's 22nd Congressional District, has written an op-ed for the Washington Reporter, emphasizing the significance of Matagorda County in the American energy landscape.


University of Houston names executive director for new ecological resilience institute

The University of Houston has appointed Jaime González as the first executive director of the Institute for Ecological Resilience, beginning May 1.


Texas gears up for severe weather with additional emergency resources

Governor Greg Abbott has instructed the Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM) to activate additional state emergency response resources ahead of anticipated severe weather and flash flooding.


Governor Abbott opposes San Marcos's proposed resolution, cites antisemitism concerns

Governor Greg Abbott has sent a letter to the City of San Marcos, opposing a proposed resolution that he criticizes as antisemitic and contradictory to Texas state law.


Governor Abbott and Chief Kidd join President Trump's FEMA council

Governor Greg Abbott expressed gratitude to President Donald J. Trump for his recent appointment to the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Review Council.


Texas named best state for business for 21 consecutive years

Governor Greg Abbott announced that Texas has been ranked the Best State for Business by Chief Executive magazine for the 21st consecutive year.


Governor Abbott appoints new members to Texas Medical Board for 2031

Governor Greg Abbott has announced several appointments to the Texas Medical Board, with terms set to expire on April 13, 2031.


Lancaster joins Texas Film Friendly communities, boosting local film production opportunities

Governor Greg Abbott has officially designated the City of Lancaster as a Film Friendly Texas Certified Community.


Governor Abbott appoints new members to the state board for educator certification

Governor Greg Abbott has made new appointments to the State Board for Educator Certification.