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News from September 2025


Nicholas John and Linda Gail Lykos buy 1118 Auburn View Lane, Fresno

A property at 1118 Auburn View Lane, Fresno was sold on Sept. 9 by Umair Ashraf and Bismah Irfan for $143,950. The buyers were Nicholas John and Linda Gail Lykos.


Fernandez Ltd. Partnership purchases 8803 Elim Court, Richmond, appraised at $500,656

A property at 8803 Elim Court, Richmond was sold on Sept. 9 by Jesse Cole Veron, Jesse Cole and Firmin Veron Renee (revocable trust) for $500,656. The buyer was Fernandez Ltd. Partnership.


Rep. Hickland on rising insurance premiums: 'Trial lawyers are fighting this so hard'

State Representative Hilary Hickland has expressed concerns over the rising auto insurance premiums in Texas, attributing part of the increase to opposition from trial lawyers against reform efforts.


Margaret Sachs and Tempa and Richard Weir unload 1133 Sally Anne Drive, Rosenberg

A property at 1133 Sally Anne Drive, Rosenberg was sold on Sept. 10 by Margaret Sachs and Tempa and Richard Weir for $261,790. The buyer was Christian Aranda.


16915 Enchanted Circle W., Sugar Land acquired by Eliober Beltran Caballero and Leiay Trujillo Roque

On Sept. 10, Eliober Beltran Caballero and Leiay Trujillo Roque purchased a property at 16915 Enchanted Circle W., Sugar Land from Eliober Beltran Caballero.


Congressman Morgan Luttrell announces he will not seek re-election after current term

Congressman Morgan Luttrell (R-TX) announced that he will not seek re-election after his current term ends in 2026.


University of Houston launches speaker series examining technology's societal impact

The University of Houston’s Hobby School of Public Affairs is launching a new lecture series focused on the influence of technology and digital innovation on daily life.


Houston principals honored with $30K Virani Award by TFA

Dr. Asha and Farid Virani, in collaboration with Teach For America Houston, have announced the 2025 recipients of the Virani Distinguished School Leader Award.


Governor Abbott announces next Small Business Summit set for Eagle Pass

Governor Greg Abbott has announced that the next Governor’s Small Business Summit will take place in Eagle Pass on Thursday, September 11, 2025.


Ankit Shah and Malisha Christian unload 2706 West St., Rosenberg

On Sept. 8, Austin Jolley purchased a property at 2706 West St., Rosenberg from Ankit Shah and Malisha Christian.


1807 Cypress Drive, Richmond purchased by Melissa Denise Jackson

On Sept. 8, Melissa Denise Jackson purchased a property at 1807 Cypress Drive, Richmond from Newton 1TEATHER.


Brent and Jennifer Smith purchase 1602 Rock Fence Drive, Pecan Grove, appraised at $226,880

A property at 1602 Rock Fence Drive, Pecan Grove was sold on Sept. 8 by Cathy Ann Santerre for $226,880. The buyers were Brent and Jennifer Smith.


Truc Khac Nguyen and Thu Anh Cao Family Trust acquire 24510 Stone Falcon Lane, Katy, appraised at $246,496

A property at 24510 Stone Falcon Lane, Katy was sold on Sept. 8 by Truc Nguyen and Thu Anh Cao for $246,496. The buyers were Truc Khac Nguyen and Thu Anh Cao Family Trust.


University of Houston researchers publish new findings on Martian climate patterns

Researchers at the University of Houston have made significant progress in understanding Mars' climate.


University of Houston delivers advanced vision aids to visually impaired children

The University of Houston Center for Sight Enhancement has partnered with Sight Savers America to deliver high-tech vision aids to 30 local children who are visually impaired.


Aviation leaders discuss modernization efforts at third bipartisan working group session

Aviation Subcommittee Chairman Troy E. Nehls and Representative Sharice Davids have issued a joint statement after the third session of the bipartisan Air Traffic Control (ATC) and National Airspace System (NAS) Modernization Working Group.


House passes FY26 defense bill with provisions from Rep. Luttrell

Congressman Morgan Luttrell (R-TX) has issued a statement following the passage of H.R. 3838, the Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery (SPEED) and National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2026 in the U.S....


Harris-Galveston Subsidence District Board of Directors met Sept. 10

Harris-Galveston Subsidence District Board of Directors met Wednesday, Sept. 10


Greater Southeast Management District Board of Directors met Sept. 10

Greater Southeast Management District Board of Directors met Wednesday, Sept. 10


Babin supports FY2026 defense bill highlighting funding increases for U.S. military

Congressman Brian Babin of Texas's 36th district has expressed his support for the Fiscal Year 2026 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) following its passage in the House.