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2026 Jones St., Rosenberg sold by James Atatah

A property at 2026 Jones St., Rosenberg was sold on June 10 by James Atatah for $157,291. The buyer was Hugo Nolberto Cervantes.


818 Crabapple Way, Rosenberg unloaded by Ryann and Nikki Donaldson

A property at 818 Crabapple Way, Rosenberg was sold on June 10 by Ryann and Nikki Donaldson for $153,867. The buyers were Handoko Tirto Santoso and Jessica Kamal.


1302 Raven Lane, Rosenberg purchased by David C. Sun

A property at 1302 Raven Lane, Rosenberg was sold on June 10 by Liming Yu and Sigun Chen for $264,000. The buyer was David C. Sun.


Oxana V Erdogan unloads 79 Bees Creek Road, Sienna Plantation

On June 10, Ibrahim Erdogan purchased a property at 79 Bees Creek Road, Sienna Plantation from Oxana V Erdogan.


Houston City Council adopts FY 2025 budget without new taxes or fees

On June 12, 2024, the Houston City Council voted to adopt Mayor John Whitmire's proposed Fiscal Year 2025 budget. The budget emphasizes public safety, drainage, and infrastructure improvements, including the installation of generators at multiservice centers to safeguard residents during extreme weather events. Notably, the budget does not introduce any new fees or tax increases.


McCaul criticizes Biden's border policy following arrest of suspected terrorists

Washington, D.C. – U.S. Congressman Michael McCaul (R-Texas), chairman emeritus of the House Committee on Homeland Security, issued a statement regarding the arrest of eight suspected terrorists who entered the United States illegally.


HISD middle schoolers experience cultural immersion through Tokyo trip

As the school year drew to a close, some HISD middle school students eagerly anticipated a unique opportunity provided by the Dyad Travel program. This initiative enabled students from NES campuses to embark on a five-day trip to Tokyo, Japan. The program is designed to expose students to diverse experiences, aligning with the Dyad model implemented in NES schools.


Chairman Nehls addresses concerns over Amtrak's performance at congressional hearing

Washington, D.C. - Opening remarks, as prepared, of Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous Materials Subcommittee Chairman Troy E. Nehls (R-TX) from today’s hearing, entitled “Amtrak and Intercity Passenger Rail Oversight: Promoting Performance, Safety, and Accountability”:


HISD offers free summer swim lessons for all grade levels

The HISD Athletics Department is offering no-cost water safety lessons for students of all grade levels this summer, funded by a grant from USA Swimming.


Rep. Troy E. Nehls advocates for Save Our Shrimpers Act amid industry crisis

Congressman Troy E. Nehls (R-TX-22) has authored an op-ed for SeafoodSource, discussing his proposed legislation, the Save Our Shrimpers Act. This legislation aims to prohibit federal taxpayer dollars from subsidizing foreign shrimp farms, shrimp processing, or any activity in a foreign country that supports the production, processing, or exportation of shrimp into U.S. markets.


Amtrak faces new legislation demanding transparency akin to federal agencies

WASHINGTON, D.C.—Chairman Troy E. Nehls (R-TX-22) of the Transportation and Infrastructure Subcommittee on Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous Materials has introduced The Amtrak Transparency and Accountability for Passengers and Taxpayer Act. This legislation aims to subject Amtrak to the same requirements as other federal agencies under the Government in the Sunshine Act.


OPINION: Have you made a hurricane plan for your family?

Author's Note: As my regular readers will likely recall, I was heavily involved in redrafting our region's evacuation plans after the disastrous Rita evacuation in 2005. Every few years, I remind everyone about the importance of having a plan in the event a major hurricane threatens our area and update the reminder with the latest information.


HISD partners with T-Mobile & Premier Wireless to aid vulnerable students

Houston ISD is collaborating with T-Mobile and Premier Wireless to provide 1,000 unaccompanied and unhoused students in the district with CPR3 smartphones. These devices are designed to enhance student safety and educational success by offering immediate access to critical resources.


Discovery links gene absence to spongy heart disease

While the heart is developing in utero, certain heart diseases like left ventricular non-compaction (LVNC), also known as spongy heart, can emerge. A University of Houston pharmacology researcher has reported on how cells and molecules act during early heart formation and what might cause LVNC. This type of cardiomyopathy often necessitates heart transplants for patients.


HISD senior earns full scholarship to prestigious Swarthmore College

Troy Jackson, a senior at HISD’s Mickey Leland College Preparatory Academy, has been awarded a full academic scholarship to Swarthmore College. Jackson credits his success to hard work, perseverance, and the guidance of trusted adults.


Mineral Wells earns 'Music Friendly' status from Texas Governor

Governor Greg Abbott announced today that the City of Mineral Wells has been designated as a Music Friendly Texas Certified Community by the Texas Music Office (TMO) after completing a multi-step certification process. The Music Friendly Texas program, introduced by TMO in 2016, aims to foster music business-related economic development and job creation in Texas cities and communities.


Sobia Bashir unloads 25430 Lockspur Drive, Richmond

A property at 25430 Lockspur Drive, Richmond was sold on June 7 by Sobia Bashir for $191,832. The buyers were Brij M. and Veena Kalia.


Chemin Lim acquires 10903 Starling Creek Drive, Richmond, appraised at $114,112

A property at 10903 Starling Creek Drive, Richmond was sold on June 7 by Young Suk and Young Sook Kim for $114,112. The buyer was Chemin Lim.


Comfort Obi-Ofodile Ebele Ngozi and Owo Ebele acquire 16915 Morning Dusk Drive, Richmond, appraised at $209,352

On June 7, Comfort Obi-Ofodile Ebele Ngozi and Owo Ebele purchased a property at 16915 Morning Dusk Drive, Richmond from Charles Owo.


17302 Fechser Lane, Richmond unloaded by Nei Global Relocation Co.

A property at 17302 Fechser Lane, Richmond was sold on June 7 by Nei Global Relocation Co. for $325,000. The buyer was Iyad Alokbi.