COMMUNITY

How a railroad changed everything: Exploring the history of Houston’s Asiatown
by Sierra Rozen
asian American | asiatown | chinatown | Community | CULTURE | food & drink | food and drink | HARDGATE | HOUSTON LEAD STORY | HTX | IMMIGRATION | LIFESTYLE

It’s crawfish season! Here’s where to find the best crawfish in Houston
crawfish | crawfish boil | FAMILY | food & drink | food and drink | HTX | HTX-hardgate | LIFESTYLE | THINGS TO DO

11 phenomenal 4th of July firework shows in Houston
| June 6, 2025
Celebrate our nation’s independence at these 4th of July fireworks shows that light up the skies over Houston.

New BBQ coming to Houston, but old shops still smokin’
by Sierra Rozen
| June 6, 2025
According to a filing with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation, Terry Black’s BBQ is set to open next summer at 1311 N. Shepherd Drive, Houston. Construction is set to start Aug. 1 and wrap up by June 1 at a cost of $6.5 million for the nearly 8,500-square-foot space.

Houston summer bucket list: 15 activities to check off
by Joey Held
| June 6, 2025
Community | CULTURE | ENTERTAINMENT | HARDGATE | HOUSTON LEAD STORY | HTX | LIFESTYLE | summer | TEXAS | THINGS TO DO
Looking for things to do during the Houston summer? We’ve got you covered, from ice cream shops to immersive museums to live performances.

Say ‘Mmm’ to matcha: 6 places to get your green tea caffeine fix in the Houston area
by Sierra Rozen
| June 3, 2025
Food influencer Keith Lee recently made headlines when he set out to find the best matcha in Dallas. While Houston can’t claim the Lee stamp of approval, we can still round up some of our favorite spots to grab a matcha and hear from the experts on what makes a good one.

12 day trips just a short drive from Houston
by Joey Held
| May 29, 2025
You can drive to all of the places in our guide within an hour and a half, making Houston a terrific hotspot for day trips to remember.

14 Houston-area school districts offering free summer meals for children
by Sierra Rozen
| May 29, 2025
For parents looking to get meals for their children this summer, many Houston-area school districts offer free breakfast and lunch at various campuses.

Juneteenth in Houston: From 1865 to 2025
by Joey Held
| May 21, 2025
This Juneteenth marks 160 years since the Emancipation Proclamation reached Texas. Learn how the holiday has evolved and what Houston events to attend.

15 of the best Senior Discounts in Houston
| May 21, 2025
Affordability | Community | CULTURE | ENTERTAINMENT | food & drink | HARDGATE | HTX | LIFESTYLE | local | Seniors | THINGS TO DO | TRANSPORTATION
These 15 senior discounts in Houston will save you money on various activities throughout the city, from museums and restaurants to transportation.

Trade pre-apprentice program is ‘no-brainer’ for Texans looking for a new career
by Joi Louviere
| May 2, 2025
This state-funded program gives cohorts from Austin, Houston, and DFW a pathway into green construction jobs, while paying them to learn.

The oldest buildings in Houston that are still standing
by Joey Held
| May 1, 2025
We’re taking a tour through time, exploring some of the most historic buildings in Houston. Which ones have survived as the city evolves?

Fun in the sun: 20 Houston events happening this summer
by Britteny Dee
| May 1, 2025
From taco and craft beer festivals to a Fourth of July party, you won’t want to miss these Houston events happening in summer 2025.

Learn all about Houston’s 19 sister cities across the globe
by Britteny Dee
| May 1, 2025
From China and South Korea to Mexico and Ecuador, Houston has 19 sister cities worldwide. Learn all about each one.







