More Houston-area residents were able to attain a home at the end of 2025 as mortgage rates and home prices eased, according to a report from the Houston Association of Realtors. The gist According to HAR’s housing attainability report, 44% of households in the Greater Houston area could afford a median-priced home in the fourth…
Certain Houston-area ZIP codes have significantly more home sales than a year ago, according to the Houston Association of Realtors ZIP Watch Report. The gist HAR on Feb. 6 released its report looking at where sales activity increased during the fourth quarter of 2025 compared to the same period in 2024. According to HAR, an…
Looking for something to do across the Greater Houston area this weekend? Check out this weekend’s guide. All events are subject to change. This list is not comprehensive. Galentine’s on 19th Street Stroll through 19th Street in the Houston Heights for a Galentine’s celebration featuring champagne, puppy booths and shopping at local businesses. Valentine’s Day…
Founded by Jennifer Wood, Mindful Health opened a new location in Conroe on Jan. 19, officials confirmed. Visitors are invited to the new facilities location on Feb. 13 from 1-4 p.m. for an open house. What they offer According to the website, the mental health clinic operates with an experienced team of therapists, psychiatrists and…
Several businesses around the Conroe and Montgomery area have recently closed their doors. Check them out below. This list is not comprehensive. Vick’s Texas BBQ The food truck located along FM 1488 announced it will no longer operate regularly, but will continue doing special events such as weddings. The Wheel Cafe The cafe, which was…
From shakes on the go to a romantic evening of fine dining or something out of the ordinary, these 10 places are offering a little bit of everything this Valentine’s Day. This list is not comprehensive, and details are subject to change. Taste Kitchen + Bar Known for blending Southern roots with international influence, the…
Interfaith Community Clinic is partnering with Compassion United to expand medical services for those in need, according to a Feb. 6 news release. Interfaith Community Clinic is a clinic that serves all of Montgomery County, and Compassion United is a nonprofit that serves homeless people in Montgomery County. What’s happening Through this partnership, Interfaith Community…
The Lone Star College System kicked off 2026 with the highest spring enrollment in the institution’s history, officials announced Feb. 4. Two-minute impact Lone Star College System saw a 6.4% increase in enrollment compared to spring 2025, with 97,221 students enrolled for the spring 2026 semester, per the Feb. 4 news release. Additionally, officials reported…
Lost Pines Coffee Co opened a retail pickup location, co-owners Garth and Kim Olmanson confirmed. The details The owners said the new space gives customers an easier place to grab fresh-roasted coffee beans than the company’s more industrial Tamina roastery, which isn’t ideal for in-person visits. Lost Pines roasts small-batch coffee and sells blends, single-origin…
In the upcoming March 3 primary elections, Texas voters will have the opportunity to nominate their chosen candidates for the November midterm election. From top state officials to county commissioners, primary elections shape who is ultimately elected to dozens of seats, driving the future direction of the Lone Star State. Yet less than one-fifth of…