Houston celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month amid concerns over ICE arrests
| September 15, 2025
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Hispanic Heritage Month, which runs through Oct. 15, kicks off in Houston this week with music, dance, and festivals across the area. But for many, the celebrations are not just about celebrating culture—it’s also about finding hope and joy at a time when increased immigration enforcement has left many communities on edge.
Step right up! Adidas set to unveil State Fair of Texas kicks
| September 15, 2025
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Adidas is partnering with Hibbett for a run of limited-edition shoes featuring a State Fair of Texas theme. Here’s what you need to know about the “State Fair” Superstar kicks.
Federal loopholes may have opened the door for sports betting alternatives that skirt Texas’ gambling ban
| September 15, 2025
By Ayden Runnels, The Texas Tribune Sept. 15, 2025 “Federal loopholes may have opened the door for sports betting alternatives that skirt Texas’ gambling ban” was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues. Sign […]
The fascinating history of Houston’s iconic concert venue Anderson Fair
| September 15, 2025
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In Houston, we are fortunate to have widespread live music venues of every size and catering to every taste—and grandaddy of them all is Anderson Fair Retail Restaurant, an oddly named listening room that since 1970 has hosted musical legends—and it’s still going strong.
Things to do in Dallas-Fort Worth in September
| September 12, 2025
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