Home affordability in the Houston region decreased slightly according to the second-quarter housing affordability report from the Houston Association of Realtors. At a glance While home prices in 2025 rose slightly in the second quarter, 39% of individuals in the Greater Houston area still make the minimum amount required to afford a median-priced home, according…
The kitchen and bathroom are two of the most important spaces in any home. They’re where the day begins, where families gather and where to unwind after long hours. But when these rooms feel outdated, cluttered or poorly designed, it can affect feelings about the entire home. That’s where DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen steps in.…
The San Jacinto River Authority board of directors on Aug. 15 announced it approved an agreement with the city of Conroe to end litigation over the SJRA Groundwater Reduction Plan initiated in 2016. The background The legal disputes began when Conroe in 2016 disputed increases in wholesale water rates related to the SJRA’s 2019 Groundwater…
Montgomery County commissioners unanimously voted Aug. 14 to approve a proposed tax rate of $0.3779 per $100 valuation for fiscal year 2025-26. What you need to know The approved proposed tax rate of $0.3779 per $100 valuation is a slight decrease from the FY 2024-25 tax rate of $0.3790 per $100 valuation, while the no-new-revenue…
Every dog deserves a place to run, play, and to be truly cared for. That’s exactly what Wag’n World delivers in Houston. After over a decade of facing layoffs and corporate burnout, founder Nathan Rao made a bold shift from his job in the oil and gas industry into the pet industry. As a dog…
Asher at Towne Lake, Cypress’s newest luxury apartment community developed by Caldwell Communities, is officially opening its doors with a vibrant grand opening celebration from noon-3 p.m. Aug. 23. Located at the intersection of Greenhouse Road and Mound Road, Asher at Towne Lake blends maintenance-free living with high-end amenities in a gated, access-controlled environment that’s…
The Michelin Guide Texas ceremony will take place Oct. 28 at the Houston Wortham Center for the Performing Arts, according to an Aug. 12 news release. Attendance is by invitation only. Read all about it Chefs will be invited to the ceremony to discover whether their restaurants have received a Michelin Star or another Michelin…
Editor’s note: This is a developing story and will be updated throughout the day Aug. 15. Texas lawmakers closed out their first special legislative session of the year Aug. 15 without passing any new laws. The 30-day special session was cut short after dozens of House Democrats left the state Aug. 3 to fight a…
Editor’s note: This is a developing story and will be updated throughout the day Aug. 15. Updated Aug. 15 12:48 p.m. Texas House members gathered briefly for the start of their second called special session Aug. 15, but remained without a quorum with dozens of Democratic representatives still absent. Speaker Dustin Burrows, R-Lubbock, said he…
At Equipment Management Services, LLC (EMS, LLC), the next generation of leadership is already taking shape. Ryan Reid and Kyle Kimich may be new to the team, but their impact is already clear, driven by a strong work ethic, a passion for problem-solving and a commitment to growing within the industry. The Houston-based container depot…