All Things In Houston TX

For movie fans, it’s almost impossible to escape the month of January without running into a bad movie. This year has been a notable surprise thanks to the entertaining exploits in both Bad Boys for Life and The Gentlemen. However, movies like the inexplicable Dolittle and now The Rhythm Section are stark reminders that the first month of the year is the dumping ground for films that studios know don’t deserve prime slots later in… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/37MRSuy from WordPress https://ift.tt/2UgWHbw

A new journalism endeavor is poised to shake up politics — and it’s based right here in Austin. The 19th, a nonprofit, nonpartisan newsroom, will devote itself to covering the intersection of politics and gender, an almost revolutionary perspective in today’s increasingly polarized media landscape. Though the outlet officially launches later this year, its team — a powerhouse of veteran journalists– announced the news on Monday, January 27, in a 12-part tweet. > 1/12 Meet… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2UlbRwe from WordPress https://ift.tt/3aZpHdR

Downtown office workers have a fresh new option for breakfast, lunch, and happy hour. Adair Downtown, a new establishment from local restaurant group Adair Concepts, has opened in Wells Fargo Plaza (1000 Louisiana St.). Modeled after its siblings Adair Kitchen and Eloise Nichols, Adair Downtown displays elements from both restaurants on its menu. At breakfast, that means avocado toast, a bowl with forbidden rice and kale, and chicken and waffles. Lunch options include five different… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2OgBRVL from WordPress https://ift.tt/31jJ78L

As news of the coronavirus grows increasingly more ominous for Americans, another major airline is halting service to China. United Airlines, which boasts a major Houston hub, announced on Friday, January 31 that it will suspend flights to mainland China from February 6 through March 28. United Airlines made the decision based on the U.S. Department of State’s recent increase of the China Travel Advisory to a Level 4 (Do Not Travel), according to a… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/3b1ApR9 from WordPress https://ift.tt/31jENX5

I am planning my year’s fun trips: Topping the bill, September 21-24 to New York. That’s when the Dusty Baker-led Houston Astros visit Yankee Stadium for a 4-game series against the Bronx Bombers, with both teams predicted to be in the playoff hunt, and a lot of anger in the home team dugout. I want to be there when the Astros are introduced. The booing will be monumental. It will be a scene, especially when… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/36HuWLL from WordPress https://ift.tt/2uUHFNO

Looks like the space that’s currently home to Yauatcha won’t stay empty for long. After the upscale dim sum restaurant closes on February 16, it will become home to Joey, an upscale-casual restaurant with 28 locations across Canada and the West Coast (Eater Houston was first to report Joey’s plans). The restaurant’s menu offers a mix of both classic American fare and globally inspired dishes. At the Los Angeles location, diners may start with hummus,… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/3aZRY3R from WordPress https://ift.tt/31foHxv

In the restaurant business, “closed for renovations” usually means “closed forever.” However, some restaurants legitimately take a pause to freshen up their dining rooms. Gloria’s Latin Cuisine will be one of those later few. The Midtown favorite will close beginning February 17 for a series of upgrades that will include a brighter decor, an updated bar, and all-new private dining room. After approximately 30 days, Gloria’s will reopen with an additional 2,800 square feet of… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/38ZGBav from WordPress https://ift.tt/37H5gjI

Some are Kansas City Chiefs fans. Others are San Francisco 49ers fans. Some don’t even care about the Big Game on Sunday, February 2. But all can agree on one thing: puppies. With that in mind, and back by “pawpular” (sorry) demand, Animal Planet’s Puppy Bowl XVI returns on Super Bowl Sunday. As if a pile o’ puppies (Team Ruff and Team Fluff) scampering around a tiny football field isn’t reason enough to watch, Houstonians… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/319f03L from WordPress https://ift.tt/2OdMkkQ

The sudden death of basketball legend Kobe Bryant, who died in a helicopter crash on January 26 along with his 13-year-old daughter Gianna and seven other people, shocked people all over the world. It also made people think about their loved ones and how they would feel if they were gone in the blink of an eye. Local rap star Bun B, one of those people, decided to so something on social media that will… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/36GJewn from WordPress https://ift.tt/2tcAGj3

On this week’s episode of “What’s Eric Eating,” chef Steven Conklin and general manager Valerio Lombardozzi join CultureMap food editor Eric Sandler to discuss La Table, the French-influenced fine dining restaurant near the Galleria. The conversation begins with both men describing the paths that led them to Houston. The conversation touches on a variety of topics, including Conklin’s relationship with Invest Hospitality, the New York-based firm that manages La Table, how Lombardozzi learned the secrets… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/37EQGta from WordPress https://ift.tt/2uJV4bC

Less than a year after the death of legendary Dallas oil tycoon T. Boone Pickens, the price of his enormous West Texas ranch has been cut by $30 million. The 64,809-acre Mesa Vista Ranch, about 85 miles northeast of Amarillo, went on the market in November 2017 for $250 million. The current owner of the ranch, Boone Pickens Management Trust, decided January 14 — four months after Pickens’ death at age 91 — to trim… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2vyrwhv from WordPress https://ift.tt/38O3IEA

Heads up, everyone: It’s not too soon to start planning Valentine’s Day dinner. You’ll already be ahead of the game, however, if you plan to enjoy a gourmet meal to-go from The Butcher Shop at B&B Butchers & Restaurant. The lavish, three-course meal (sides included, of course) is available Thursday, February 13, through Sunday, February 16, with a 24-hour notice. Light some candles and enjoy a cozy, romantic dinner in the privacy of your own… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/319OjMc from WordPress https://ift.tt/2S3Vy4d

Name: Gumbo, as in the Jimmy Buffett song, “I Will Play For Gumbo.” Fun fact: the word Gumbo may have come from “kombo,” the Chocktaw name for file powder, a spicy herb derived from the sassafras tree. Birthdate: December 8, 2015. I’m in the prime of my life, with a long way to go. I’m not interested in a reverse mortgage or a “Place for Mom” yet. Ethnicity: I ain’t nothing but a hound dog… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2vBSlBB from WordPress https://ift.tt/2vvkLNn

The end of 2019 saw a wave of surprising restaurant closures — a trend that has continued into 2020 — but it also saw a number of significant newcomers. While In-N-Out Burger is probably the highest profile, the object of cult-like affection from California transplants isn’t even the only intriguing new burger option. This month’s list catches up on downtown’s newest steakhouse, a food truck making the leap to brick and mortar service, and both… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2S8EWbU from WordPress https://ift.tt/3191gpM

For first-time (or, really, anytime) homebuyers, the biggest question is: where should I live? A new list may help you narrow down your options. On January 28, real estate brokerage Redfin released its annual ranking of the hottest neighborhoods to watch in 2020. Along with listing the 10 hottest ‘hoods in the nation (we’ll get to those later), Redfin also crunched neighbors on the three buzziest communities in Houston and 60 other major metro areas…. from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2UklziP from WordPress https://ift.tt/2RZHb0U

Super Bowl Sunday is this Sunday and, for those who prefer not to watch grown men do violent things to each other on the football field, you can always spend some time squeezing off a few rounds while eating some bagels. That is what will be happening at the Glocks and Bagels Schmooze and Shoot event, also on Sunday. Whether you bring your own guns and ammo or you want to rent some steel, this… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2Ub6Vds from WordPress https://ift.tt/36CdwjO

The question seems to arise each year as word of Houston billionaire Tilman Fertitta’s uber-fab party, the San Luis Salute, surfaces: “Who’s playing?” Considering superstar Usher brought the house down last year, it’s an obvious query. The society set can rest assured that Houston’s mogul won’t disappoint in 2020. Fertitta has enlisted global pop-dance duo, The Chainsmokers, for his annual signature Galveston bash — which sees a who’s who of local, state, and national stars… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/37FfwsJ from WordPress https://ift.tt/2S3eQqm

A Dallas-based restaurant that specializes in souffles has closed its Houston location. Rise n°2, a “salon de souffle and wine bar,” served its last meal on Tuesday, January 28. Opened in the summer of 2016, Rise earned acclaim for its wide variety of sweet and savory souffles. Thoughtful touches like a tableside cheese cart and the room’s romantic vibe made Rise an appealing date night option. Although Rise occupied a second-story space in the BLVD… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2u0gily from WordPress https://ift.tt/2U9ef9h

This week, I reached out for a rack of baby back ribs — the Cadillac of ribs, as my Phoenix tennis buddy Hank Hughes calls them — at the spinning chicken shack, Boston Market, with 450 restaurants ‘cross the U.S. How good are these baby backs? Perfectly fine, most places, maybe not Houston, where you can find an old-school barbecue joint where they smoke ribs onsite for a thousand hours. Subway had the same deal… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2u03ewv from WordPress https://ift.tt/2uEBAFt

The old county jail in the West Texas hometown of prolific Pulitzer Prize- winning novelist Larry McMurtry of Lonesome Dove fame is on the market for a minimum of $5,000. No, those aren’t typos — you can conceivably buy a historic former jail for a steal. The former Archer County Jail in the county seat of Archer City (population 1,744) dates back to 1910. The county used the three-story sandstone structure as a jail until… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/315ZDcA from WordPress https://ift.tt/2RBaEz7

Closing two of the most congested freeways in the state of Texas — at the same time — almost seems a cruel joke. But that’s just what’s in store for Houston drivers starting on Friday, January 31. The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) will close all mainlanes of the I-610 West Loop at I-69 Southwest Freeway in both directions for multiple weekends starting the weekend of January 31 to hang bridge beams and other related… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2vuKaXz from WordPress https://ift.tt/37EgWnc

A sweet treat from one of Houston’s most-creative restaurants ruled the day at The Truffle Masters. MAD, the tapas restaurant from BCN chef Luis Roger and business partner Ignacio Torras, took the top prize at the sixth annual culinary competition. MAD’s pastry chef Karla Espinoza presented a a chocolate lollipop she dubbed “Mad to the Moon.” Made with 64-percent black truffle ganache, caramelized hazelnuts, and black truffle peels cremeux, the bite found favor with both… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/37CbK3c from WordPress https://ift.tt/2uCmTTk

Super Bowl Sunday is upon us and, for those who don’t want to watch this Chiefs/49ers matchup at home, here is a rundown of spots where you can eat, drink, and watch the dashing and charismatic Patrick Mahomes take on the chiseled Jimmy Garoppolo. (Meanwhile, we’ll try to endure all the announcer mentions of the 49ers’ Richard Sherman’s smack talk or Mahomes’ “cannon arm.”) Who’ll win? We’ll leave the prognosticating to our Gow Media colleagues… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2Gxb1o8 from WordPress https://ift.tt/36zEYP5

H-E-B’s new Meyerland Market will make its debut Wednesday, January 29, at 6 am. Located in the Meyerland Plaza shopping center at 4955 Beechnut St., the store replaces a smaller H-E-B that closed after it flooded during Hurricane Harvey. Like its corporate siblings in Bellaire and The Heights, the Meyerland store is a two-story affair that covers 95,000 square feet. Being more than four times larger than the store it replaces has allowed H-E-B to… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2UaPN7s from WordPress https://ift.tt/2vxp8YB

When the San Francisco 49ers take on the Kansas City Chiefs, where will you be? If you’re looking for a good time while watching the game, you’ll be at Pour Behavior for the Super Bowl viewing party. The 18,000-square-foot Midtown venue has proven time and again that it’s the place to watch sports in Houston, and Sunday’s showdown is no exception. Get ready to see the big game on all 42 of Pour Behavior’s 65-inch… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2S9NBuH from WordPress https://ift.tt/2RxJsBy

All hail Houston-raised Lizzo. The R&B, pop, and hip-hop inspired artist garnered three Grammys at the music industry’s biggest awards ceremony in Los Angeles this past Sunday, taking home the golden gramophones for Pop Solo Performance for the single “Truth Hurts,” Urban Contemporary Album for the breakthrough hit, Cuz I Love You, and for Traditional R&B Performance for the song “Jerome.” It was the culmination of years of grinding it out on the road for… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/38JEE1C from WordPress https://ift.tt/2RCSAoF

Pop superstar Justin Bieber will embark on the Changes Tour in 2020 — a tour that will include dates in many football stadiums, including NRG Stadium in Houston on July 2. The tour, announced January 28, is in support of his fifth studio album, also called Changes, which will be released February 14. Joining Bieber on the tour will be special guests Kehlani and Jaden Smith. Changes is being described as “futuristic R&B/pop” that includes… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2GrRQMC from WordPress https://ift.tt/38NhYxE

The Houston Galleria is experiencing a whirlwind of change, giving locals and visiting shoppers new luxury offerings. From welcoming 17 new retailers in 2019, to the numerous renovations from iconic brands like Ralph Lauren and Jimmy Choo, the shopping destination shows no signs of slowing down. Stylish Houstonians and international travelers can enjoy a Swiss luxury fashion and accessories house; a digital-first athleticwear line, co-founded by a beloved Hollywood star; fine Italian pumps; and an… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/36yW5R5 from WordPress https://ift.tt/2O4cPZS

Memorial Park is at once the city’s beloved urban greenspace, a daily workout and dog-walking site, and a popular meeting ground for myriad Houstonians. It has been home to parties, marriage proposals, and more. Clearly, Houston’s green jewel has a special meaning to every visitor. With that in mind, Memorial Park Conservancy invites the community to share what the park means to them. More than 25 quotes will be permanently featured along the oval path… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/311DlIJ from WordPress https://ift.tt/38Ijz7R

Devonshire Dental Care in Glasgow’s West End has been providing beautiful smiles to its patients for over 10 years. Their patients’ welfare and happiness are its number one priority and the team will do anything they can to ensure great customer service. Not only is it a great dental clinic in Glasgow , it has the greatest choice of orthodontic treatments available to suit all sorts of teeth straightening requirements. These treatments range from just correcting the front teeth, correcting all the teeth and improving the bite and function of the teeth. They also offer different timelines, so whether you need your teeth straightened quick time or can take a more leisurely stroll down your teeth straightening path, Devonshire Dental Care has it all on offer. The dental practice offers over 10 different teeth straightening systems, ranging from conventional orthodontics, the well-known Invisalign, Inman Aligners, Damon Braces, Simpli5 aligners, Six Month Smiles, CFast & lingual bra

Houston restaurants are no strangers to reality TV. Everyone from Anthony Bourdain to Guy Fieri and Andrew Zimmern have explored the city’s diverse culinary scene — eating everything from staples like barbecue and Tex-Mex to crawfish and Indian food. Add Marcus Samuelsson to the list. The celebrity chef, best known for his New York restaurant Red Rooster, filmed an episode of his award-winning PBS series No Passport Required in Houston that airs tonight (Monday, January… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/38H1tmA from WordPress https://ift.tt/2RYd6ic

If you’re in love with Whataburger, like so many Texans are, and planning to get hitched, then prepare to flip over the burger chain’s Valentine’s Day promotion. On January 17, the San Antonio-based company launched its first-ever WhataWedding contest. The six winning couples will be able to get married or renew their vows on Valentine’s Day at one of six Whataburger restaurants in Texas, including a location in Houston. “From engagement photos to wedding cakes… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/37Iaax7 from WordPress https://ift.tt/36yqH5b

Former Astros pitcher, Mike Fiers, might not have been the right person — but he did the right thing. Voices on radio and social media are complaining that the Astros were unfairly singled out by Major League Baseball’s lowering the boom and suspending manager A.J. Hinch and general manager Jeff Luhnow in the sign-stealing scandal, followed by team owner Jim Crane firing both of them, preceded by the owner firing the assistant general manager and… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/36ss5q5 from WordPress https://ift.tt/2tUu7BZ

This week, Channel 8, Houston’s PBS station, will air The First Rainbow Coalition, an hour-length documentary on the young activists who came together to crack down on the tyranny, oppression, and corruption in Chicago during the late 1960s. The film chronicles the different groups — African-American militants the Black Panthers; Confederate flag-wearing, white lefties the Young Patriots; Puerto-Rican civil-rights fighters the Young Lords — who put aside their differences and joined forces for a greater… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/38Lwyp4 from WordPress https://ift.tt/2GqXvT3

Monday night’s Truffle Masters competition may have sold out, but this week offers lots of other entertaining options for food lovers. Consider celebrations of ice cream, red beans and rice, and a casual wine dinner at a popular pizza place. Monday, January 27 Red Beans and Rice Pop-Up Dinner at Brennan’s of Houston Food writer and natural-born cook Pableaux Johnson joins Brennan’s proprietor Alex Brennan-Martin and executive chef Joe Cervantez to create a family-style feast…. from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2GExXSJ from WordPress https://ift.tt/2NZKq7m

A University of Houston alum was with basketball legend Kobe Bryant and seven others when their helicopter crashed near Los Angeles and killed all nine people on board, multiple sources told ABC News and ESPN. Orange Coast College confirmed long-time head baseball coach John Altobelli was one of the victims in the deadly helicopter crash. Sources told ESPN the retired NBA star and his 13-year-old daughter Gianna were among the victims in the Sunday, January… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2Gogxtk from WordPress https://ift.tt/30WoQWw

Houstonians have a seemingly limitless appetite for burgers, but even the hottest trends have their limits. One local burger restaurant has closed two of its three locations as it begins the process of “reevaluating its long-term growth strategy and seeking new partners and opportunities.” Sara and Paul “Buff” Burden have closed the Westchase and Montrose locations of BuffBurger, the couple announced. The restaurant’s original location in Spring Branch (1014 Wirt Rd.) remains open. “While we’re… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2RWcrh8 from WordPress https://ift.tt/2t0RjOu

Editor’s note: It’s time to recap the top stories on CultureMap from this past week. 1\. Home goods retailer throws in the towel on 3 Houston stores. Bed Bath & Beyond will shutter stores in West Houston, Meyerland, and Cypress as part of a company-wide plan to improve performance. 2\. Wildly popular downtown Creole restaurant sprouts up in Memorial. Slated to open this summer, the new Treebeard will be the restaurant’s first location that serves… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2sVH8L1 from WordPress https://ift.tt/2NYoI3E

Last we saw Ricochet, the high-flying WWE superstar was writhing on the mat in breathless agony, the victim of a kick to the groin by 285-pound champion Brock Lesnar. It seems that Lesnar didn’t take kindly to Ricochet challenging him to an unscheduled match, and taunting the champ by asking, “What’s the matter? Are you scared?” Lesnar responded with the mighty low blow and sneered, “Not scared.” What is wrong with you, Ricochet? It’s considered… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2RMN8hD from WordPress https://ift.tt/2tEVP5N

Writer/director Guy Ritchie has produced quite the varied filmography over the past 10 years, including two Sherlock Holmes movies, The Man from U.N.C.L.E., King Arthur: Legend of the Sword, and the live-action Aladdin. What none of those films had was the energy or sheer nerve of his early work like Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels or Snatch, something he brings back with a big-name cast in The Gentlemen. While the title and high-fashion aesthetic… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2uuGAfL from WordPress https://ift.tt/38C6oVN

On this week’s episode of “What’s Eric Eating,” sisters Ecky and Niken Prabanto join CultureMap food editor Eric Sandler to discuss the evolution of Greenway Coffee, the local roaster and umbrella organization for coffee shops that include Blacksmith, Morningstar, and Coral Sword. Ecky Prabanto’s primary responsibility is roasting coffee, a process she embraced after opening the original Greenway Coffee with her business partner David Buehrer. Niken Prabanto moved to Houston to join her sister in… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/37oZ0Nf from WordPress https://ift.tt/38DCWyR

On your next getaway to Alamo City, you very well might check out a lodging option like San Antonio’s widely acclaimed 146-room Hotel Emma, housed in the old brewhouse at the Pearl. Not too far from Hotel Emma, though, is a more intimate and perhaps more spectacular place to stay — a 126-year-old, castle-like mansion turned Airbnb property fit for royalty. Lambermont Estate, which also serves as a venue for weddings, baby showers, parties, and… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2RKg7Tn from WordPress https://ift.tt/2RnZTjA

Name: Tails. Usually I list famous people with the same name as that week’s Pet of the week, but I got nothing for Tails. Except the saying, “Can’t make heads or tails of it.” I’ll use it in a sentence: Why anybody would name a dog Tails, I can’t make heads or tails of it … so feel free to change my name. I’ll get used to it. Not a problem. Birthdate: November 19, 2018…. from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/3aHc82D from WordPress https://ift.tt/36oT7yD

The Heights’ pizza scene is heating up. Russo’s New York Pizzeria will bring its oversized pies to White Oak Drive this summer, the restaurant announced. “We are so excited to be part of The Heights community,” Russo’s founder and CEO Anthony Russo said in a statement. “The Heights boasts rich history and is one of the hottest Inner Loop neighborhoods. Now with Houston being one of the food capitals of the country, it’s no surprise… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/37oDKqV from WordPress https://ift.tt/2GwNzrn

If it seems like home values in Texas are soaring, that’s because, well, they really are. Real estate site Zillow confirmed in a new study that Texas added more housing value than any other state in 2019, thanks in large part to a slowdown across much of California. The Lone Star State grew its total housing by a whopping $89 billion in 2019, the most in the country. California, by comparison, came in second at… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2Ro0BgT from WordPress https://ift.tt/36mOxRs

Whether you’re in the market for a new SUV or just going to browse the buffet, there are hundreds of vehicles to feast your eyes on at auto shows across the country this year. Among the highlights are new SUVs from Hyundai, an all- electric Porsche sports car, a rugged new Land Rover off-roader, and the dynamic Ford Mustang Mach-E. The Houston Auto Show will be offering guests the opportunity to test drive more than… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2NU5dcG from WordPress https://ift.tt/30Nc7Wc

Editor’s note: Houston’s restaurant scene moves pretty fast. In order to prevent CultureMap readers from missing anything, let’s stop to look around at all the latest news to know. Openings and closings Montrose bar Stone’s Throw has closed. A representative for owner Shawn Bermudez (The Burger Joint, Present Company) confirmed the closure but declined to comment on whether Bermudez has any plans for the space. Opened in 2014, Stone’s Throw offered a more adult vibe… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2TMibge from WordPress https://ift.tt/2GiCSs5

Get ready, Houston: The Obamas are on the move and will be making H-Town a temporary home in 2022 at the Museum of Fine Arts. Okay, technically the real 44th U.S. president and first lady aren’t measuring the drapes in the Beck building for an art-staycation; instead the acclaimed “President Barack Obama”portrait by Kehinde Wiley and the “Michelle Obama” portrait by Amy Sherald will take up residence at the MFAH March March 25-May 30, 2022…. from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/37lJrpz from WordPress https://ift.tt/2uv4VSk

Beloved Houston philanthropists, Rich and Nancy Kinder, recently wrote a huge check to the United Way of Greater Houston — and with their gift came a brand new level of leadership giving. The Kinders’ $1 gift establishes the Luminary level of giving for individuals making gifts to the non-profit’s annual community campaign. Anyone else who makes a million-dollar (or above) gift will be recognized at that level. The Luminary level is part of the United… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/37mG1TI from WordPress https://ift.tt/36jUbnj

Beleaguered home goods retailer Bed Bath & Beyond is saying bye-bye to five stores in Texas, including three in Houston and one in Austin. The Houston stores being closed are: 2306 Highway 6 South (Village at West Oaks shopping center) 700 Meyerland Plaza (Meyerland Plaza shopping center) 6675 Highway 6 North The Austin store being shuttered is at 9600 N. I-35 Service Rd. (South Park Meadows shopping center). A store in Harlingen also is being… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/38y9ryf from WordPress https://ift.tt/37wzgip

The 37th Houston Auto Show has already started over at NRG Center, and will continue until Sunday. So, gearheads and auto junkies can spend the whole weekend going all up and down the place, looking at the exciting vehicles, getting behind the wheel, pretending to be in a Fast & Furious movie and maybe take a photo or two with some cars. Plus, you never know: You could be inspired to go out and purchase… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/3awiFgt from WordPress https://ift.tt/36n8ibg