Events in the Greater Houston area this weekend, Sept. 19-21, include a comic convention, Oktoberfest and fall festivals. This list is not comprehensive and events are subject to change. Ink Stained Book Fair Hang out with other book lovers and indulge in local author signings and book swaps. Attendees can also choose to get a…
More than $7.9 million of Funds for Veterans’ Assistance, or FVA, grants have been awarded to 38 organizations in the Greater Houston area, Gov. Greg Abbott announced Sept. 12. The gist Abbott said the grants are part of the Texas Veterans Commission Grants Across Texas Tour. The grants support a wide range of services, from…
Visitors at NRG Park will have access to a new 240-foot-long rideshare canopy, according to a Sept. 11 news release from NRG Park. The canopy was officially unveiled during a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Sept. 12. The overview The rideshare canopy, which is in the Yellow Lot of the park, will have the following features: Protected…
Julie Long said her mission through Space City Gourmet Popcorn is to introduce gourmet popcorn as more than a holiday snack. The Houston Space City-themed popcorn shop opened in November 2024 in time for Thanksgiving, Long said. While popular during the holidays, the popcorn shop, based in Montgomery, offers over 30 flavors of popcorn at…
The School of Theatre & Dance at the University of Houston announced its 2025-26 season featuring classical adaptations, musical theatre and student-written premieres, according to a Sept. 9 news release. “Our 2025-26 season celebrates the power of live performance across a wide spectrum,” Sharon Ott, director of the School of Theatre & Dance, said in…
Cities, counties and school district boards across Texas are required to provide more notice for public meetings under a new state law aimed at increasing public participation in government affairs. What you need to know Local government agencies must post meeting notices at least three business days in advance of the meeting, meaning weekends and…
A boil water notice is in effect for the city of Willis as of Sept. 11 due to a mechanical failure in the city’s disinfection system, city officials announced in a Sept. 11 news release. What you need to know All customers on the city’s water system are instructed to boil water before using it…
Updated 2:27 p.m. Sept. 12 The boil water notice for the city of Willis has been lifted as of 2:21 p.m. on Sept. 12, the city announced in a Facebook post. Posted 1:17 p.m. Sept. 12 A boil water notice is in effect for the city of Willis as of Sept. 11 due to a…
U.S. Rep. Morgan Luttrell, who represents U.S. House District 8, announced Sept. 11 that he will not be seeking reelection in 2026. “When I first ran for Congress, my mission was clear: strengthen our border, stand up for our veterans, and be a strong voice for Texas. I’m proud of the real progress we’ve made.…
Construction has begun on Woodhavyn’s 5.8-acre, $5.5 million amenity center, according to a Sept. 9 news release. Woodhavyn, developed by Shea Homes, is a residential community located along Dobbin-Huffsmith Road in Magnolia, south of the Conroe and Montgomery area. In a nutshell The amenity center will feature a resort-style pool, event lawn, splash pad, shade…