Chris Hines and Toure' Murry host a basketball camp in Conroe to inspire Houston kids through their Vivid Dreams foundation.

Oxford’s annual sponsored swim raised funds to support rainwater harvesting tanks and education projects in Nicaragua.

Galveston County Animal Resource Center highlights pets of the week for adoption and community awareness.

North Central Church in Spring will host a free back-to-school giveaway providing about 2,000 pairs of shoes and 1,700 backpacks.

Online backlash follows plans for a possible Islamic center in La Porte, with residents disputing the proposal and fundraising timeline.

Blue Zones Project named Danica Premirelli as Galveston executive director to lead an islandwide launch planned for February.

A Houston documentary maker is helping correct a biased Texas historical marker.

The Houston Toy Museum in the Heights will close at the end of August.

The Ismaili Center in Houston’s Montrose opened last November and hosts free tours and community events on its 9-acre grounds.

Houston Arboretum will host 300 to 400 goats Aug. 4–11 to graze and clear vegetation near the Ravine without chemicals or heavy equipment.

Houston officials plan to submit a formal bid to FIFA to host the 2031 Women’s World Cup.

Three additional Houston restaurant charity dining events are scheduled for August to raise money for local causes.

A Houston apartment tower faces public scrutiny tied to its controversial past as it rises over prior issues.

Grupo Frontera performed at Houston’s Toyota Center with special guest performances by La Mafia and Christian Nodal for a crowd of over 15,000.

The Galveston Bay Estuary Program announced new stewardship initiatives, a Habitat Project Database, and accepted FY2028 project proposals through July 24.

Jack and Jill of America held its 47th National Convention in Baltimore, honoring community leaders in education, investment, digital equity and health.

A guest commentary argues Galveston’s downtown economy depends on addressing public restrooms, parking, safety, and infrastructure improvements.

Hello Houston – The Commuter Cut is slated for July 23, 2026 as a commuter-focused segment.

The Great Texas Mosquito Festival returns in Clute for another year.

International Owl Awareness Day will offer free admission and owl-themed events on Aug. 3 at the International Owl Center and Houston Community Center.

Tomball officials say an investigation found no historic cemetery at a Walnut Street property after headstones were discovered during demolition.

A family-friendly Houston restaurant opened with a supervised playground for children while caregivers dine.

Backslash at Cornell Tech announced its 2026–27 artist cohort for exhibitions and public presentations on AI and related technologies.

Houston Mayor John Whitmire proclaimed July 21, 2026 as Muhammad Saeed Sheikh Day honoring his humanitarian service.

Houston leaders held a recap touting the 2026 World Cup’s attendance and claimed economic and infrastructure benefits for the city.

Houston’s 16th annual Mayor’s Back 2 School & Health Fair at the George R. Brown Convention Center will provide free supplies and health screenings.

Residents near Union Pacific tracks in southeast Houston complained about overgrown vegetation damaging fences until the railroad sent crews to clear it.

Montgomery County Animal Shelter in Kentucky is at capacity, with 60 dogs and room for 42, urging adopters and foster homes to help.

Getty Foundation and National Trust announced final grantees receiving $150,000 each to help preserve Black modernist architecture sites.

ISKCON Houston held celebrations for Balaram Purnima on Aug. 20.

The Indian Muslim Association of Greater Houston held a Galveston Bay outing to introduce changes to its leadership committee.

The Hanford Tri-County All Stars Babe Ruth team collected donations at a local marketplace to help fund a youth baseball trip to Missouri.

Montgomery County lists today’s events and meetings, including a Strathmore outdoor concert and County Council data center committee sessions.

Houston’s Hindu Swayamsevak Sangh USA held its 20th annual Hindu Sangathan Divas on Aug. 24 at a Swaminarayan temple with over 180 participants.

The Menil Collection and Rothko Chapel hosted Loro Piana’s latest fashion campaign photographed across the museum and chapel grounds in Houston.

Houston hosted FRAGCON, an inaugural Global Fragrance Convention bringing together fragrance brands and enthusiasts for events and samples.

Chinmaya Mission Houston hosted Mahashivaratri celebrations for Greater Houston's Hindu community with puja, chanting, meditation, and aarti.

Montgomery County’s annual Back-to-School Drive in Norristown accepts school-supply donations until Aug. 21 at the DeKalb Center.

Montgomery County Food Bank will host its inaugural Flourish & Nourish Ladies Luncheon Oct. 22, 2026, featuring chef Cat Cora.

Funeral service and visitation dates were announced for Janice S. McNair, Houston Texans co-founder and senior chair who died July 14.

The Woodlands Arts Council will debut a renamed Fine Craft, Art & Design Show on Sept. 26-27, 2026, at a Woodlands hotel.

Galveston Island Humane Society held its 13th annual dog surfing competition on July 18 to raise proceeds for the Humane Society.

Westside Houston residents complain feral hogs from George Bush Park are destroying property and fear disease as they seek action from Precinct 4.

U.S. Fish and Wildlife egg releases helped a male Houston toad appear again in restored Bastrop County habitat after decades of absence.

Kinder Institute data shows some Houston and Harris County neighborhoods had eviction filing rates up to three times the county average in 2025.

A letter urges Galveston seawall users, especially e-bike riders, to slow down and use courtesy to improve pedestrian safety.

Jordan “Tiny” Wilmore was sworn in as Kemah’s police officer, encouraged by Shaquille O’Neal, and noted as 7-foot-3 tall.

Galveston launched an online searchable database of digitized cemetery records for its six city-owned cemeteries.

A Montgomery County family outing is highlighted featuring Merrymead ice cream and a Stranger Things theme.

Marshall is advancing plans to redevelop the former Marshall Senior High School into Marshall Lofts, a 245-unit housing project with crime-prevention guidelines.