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Country singer Rick Trevino shares powerful message in new single ‘The Ride’
Read full article: Country singer Rick Trevino shares powerful message in new single ‘The Ride’Derrick Shore and Daniella Guzman sat down with country artist Rick Trevino. They talked about his decades-long career, what he's been up to, and a special live performance of his new single "The Ride" -- a heartfelt autobiographical account that talks about the highs and lows of life and all the benefits if you just hang on for the ride.
Spam calls: Texas has one of the highest numbers of unwanted calls 📵
Read full article: Spam calls: Texas has one of the highest numbers of unwanted calls 📵If you think you've been getting bombarded by spam calls, you're not going crazy - a recent study says Texas had one of the highest numbers of spam calls, with Houston also named among the top 10 cities for unwanted calls.
A preview of what fans can expect from the LIV Golf event set to make Houston debut
Read full article: A preview of what fans can expect from the LIV Golf event set to make Houston debutThis is not your average golf tournament - it’s sure to be one of the biggest and most entertaining sports events happening this summer!
‘Space Explorers: The Infinite’ returns to Houston for out of this world experience
Read full article: ‘Space Explorers: The Infinite’ returns to Houston for out of this world experienceInside the award-winning space-themed concept that lets guests roam freely inside a virtual life-size replica of the International Space Station.
Houston named 4th most diverse city in America - in case you didn’t know 😉
Read full article: Houston named 4th most diverse city in America - in case you didn’t know 😉Tell us something we don’t know, right? Well, Houston also beat other Texas cities in the Top 10 ranking including Dallas and Arlington.
Tom Brady twice, a historic comeback and follow-up to perfection: Looking back at 3 Super Bowls in Houston
Read full article: Tom Brady twice, a historic comeback and follow-up to perfection: Looking back at 3 Super Bowls in HoustonMake no mistake, some of the most memorable moments in Super Bowl history have taken place here in Houston. Here’s a look back at the three times the Super Bowl has been played in Space City.
Cristian Javier struggles as Houston Astros lose to Texas Rangers in ALCS Game 7
Read full article: Cristian Javier struggles as Houston Astros lose to Texas Rangers in ALCS Game 7Cristian Javier flopped and the Houston Astros never recovered, losing 11-4 to the Texas Rangers in Game 7 of the AL Championship Series.
Remarkable journey: Tally the turtle makes it back home to Houston after washing up on shore in Wales in 2021
Read full article: Remarkable journey: Tally the turtle makes it back home to Houston after washing up on shore in Wales in 2021Tally the turtle arrived in Houston,Texas, and officials determined on Thursday that she is healthy after she travelled more than 4,000 miles from the United Kingdom to make it back home, according to the Houston Zoo.
Houston’s Latin Restaurant Weeks event happening through July. See what businesses are offering special deals
Read full article: Houston’s Latin Restaurant Weeks event happening through July. See what businesses are offering special dealsIn July, there will be several Latin restaurant weeks happening in Houston for local foodies to enjoy.
All Things Merry and Bright
Read full article: All Things Merry and BrightThe holiday season is here and a family favorite is checking out all of the holiday lights across the city. This year Reliant has two events they want you to see. Think Instagram worthy photos with all the twinkling lights and music your merry heart desires. Houston Life’s Melanie Camp headeddown I-45 South to the Houston Botanic Garden and Space Center Houston to check things out.
Get plugged into Houston’s art scene: These are 8 places to bring out the creative in you
Read full article: Get plugged into Houston’s art scene: These are 8 places to bring out the creative in youAs one of the country’s more diverse cities, Houston is home to people from all different walks of life. With abundant diversity, space city is a place where art is flourishing, and artists can find community.
Field Trip Friday: Going to Mars? We are. This Space Center Houston festival takes look inside NASA mission to visit Moon, Mars
Read full article: Field Trip Friday: Going to Mars? We are. This Space Center Houston festival takes look inside NASA mission to visit Moon, MarsSpace Center Houston’s Moon2Mars Festival is coming to the Houston venue June 9 through 12.
Watch live: NASA picks Houston-based business for next-generation spacesuits for moonwalking, spacewalking
Read full article: Watch live: NASA picks Houston-based business for next-generation spacesuits for moonwalking, spacewalkingNASA announced Houston-based Axiom Space and Collins Aerospace were chosen to move forward in developing the next generation of spacesuits for Artemis missions at the Moon and the International Space Station. Authorities made the announcement at the agency’s Johnson Space Center in Houston.
🔒 Here’s a chance to win a Houston Astros ‘Space City’ jersey and ‘Space City’ souvenirs
Read full article: 🔒 Here’s a chance to win a Houston Astros ‘Space City’ jersey and ‘Space City’ souvenirsInsiders! Enter here for your chance to win a new Houston Astros "Space City" jersey and "Space City" souvenirs!
PHOTOS: ‘This is Space City’: New Houston Astros uniforms pay tribute to city’s contributions to space travel
Read full article: PHOTOS: ‘This is Space City’: New Houston Astros uniforms pay tribute to city’s contributions to space travelHouston Astros players are starting off the 2022 season with a new uniform that gives a nod to what the city is best known for.
The Infinite: Get closer look at International Space Station through The Infinite VR Experience
Read full article: The Infinite: Get closer look at International Space Station through The Infinite VR ExperienceHouston is the home to human spaceflight, and it is fitting that it would be the first place in the US to feature a one-of-a-kind, multi-sensory, interactive virtual reality experience exploring inside and outside the world’s orbiting space laboratory--the International Space Station.
Operation Warm: national nonprofit provides new coats to Houston families in need
Read full article: Operation Warm: national nonprofit provides new coats to Houston families in needWhen people think of Houston weather, cold is not one of the first things that comes to mind. But because winters are typically short and sporadic in Space City, many Houstonians don’t prioritize purchasing winter coats, which can be quite expensive, and find themselves unprepared for sudden temperature drops. Luckily, one national nonprofit is working to help fill the need.
Houston’s Rooftop Cinema Club celebrates spooky season with spine-chilling Halloween lineup
Read full article: Houston’s Rooftop Cinema Club celebrates spooky season with spine-chilling Halloween lineupCinephiles, take your love of movies outdoors with a trip to one of the Space City’s coolest theaters: Rooftop Cinema Club Uptown. The popular open-air, rooftop venue reopened in September after closing in 2020 amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Come October, the venue will screen several spooky favorites, including The Nightmare Before Christmas, Hocus Pocus, Texas Chainsaw Massacre, Halloween and The Addams Family.
Rooftop Cinema Club’s Uptown location will return to Houston’s skyline Sept. 1
Read full article: Rooftop Cinema Club’s Uptown location will return to Houston’s skyline Sept. 1Cinephiles, take your love of movies outdoors with a trip to one of the Space City’s coolest theaters: Rooftop Cinema Club Uptown. The popular open-air, rooftop venue will reopen Wednesday after closing in 2020 amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
‘The stars at night are big and bright’: These are the stellar Texas observatories you need to check out
Read full article: ‘The stars at night are big and bright’: These are the stellar Texas observatories you need to check outLike one wildly popular Texas tune goes, “the stars at night are big and bright and the prairie sky is wide and high, deep in the heart of Texas.”
Out-of-this-world, interactive art museum touching down in Space City next week
Read full article: Out-of-this-world, interactive art museum touching down in Space City next weekHouston-area art fans and UFO enthusiasts, are you ready for a close encounter of the art kind? A new, interactive museum will soon touch down in Space City. The “technology-fueled experiential” art museum dubbed Seismique will pack its 40 exhibit rooms with extraterrestrials, artificial intelligence, immersive art, and dazzling light displays meant to inspire a sense of wonder, according to a release. The concept is the brainchild of Steve Kopelman, principal and COO of Escape the Room — the largest escape room company in the United States. The space will display works by over two dozen established and emerging artists -- many of whom are based in Texas.
Harden returns to Houston, undergoes coronavirus test
Read full article: Harden returns to Houston, undergoes coronavirus testHOUSTON – Houston Rockets star James Harden has returned to Space City. Rockets coach Stephen Silas said during a news conference Tuesday that his standout guard underwent a coronavirus test before being allowed to join the team for practice. Harden made headlines Sunday when he failed to show up to Rockets practice and Silas said he hadn’t heard from him. However, on Monday, Silas said that while Harden was not allowed to practice with the team, he was expecting him for an individual workout sometime in the evening. The Rockets first preseason game is again the Chicago Bulls on Friday night, but it’s not clear if Harden will be suiting up.
5 things for Houstonians to know for Friday, Dec. 4
Read full article: 5 things for Houstonians to know for Friday, Dec. 4Here are things to know for Friday, Dec. 41. “On the first day I’m inaugurated, I’m going to ask the public for 100 days to mask. Just 100 days to mask — not forever, just 100 days. Mayor Turner considers implementing curfew to help lower COVID-19 casesOn Wednesday, Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner sent a tweet that sent shockwaves across the Space City. If cases continue to rise at a rapid rate, Turner said he would consider the idea of implementing a curfew in Houston.
Mayor Turner considers implementing curfew to help lower COVID-19 cases
Read full article: Mayor Turner considers implementing curfew to help lower COVID-19 casesHOUSTON – On Wednesday, Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner sent a tweet that sent shockwaves across the Space City. Turner said he was considering implementing a curfew in Houston. According to Turner, coronavirus hospitalizations have more than doubled from six weeks ago, which is the reason he’s mulling over issuing a curfew now. When you’re looking at all of those factors, there may come a time where you say, ‘This is where we impose a curfew,’” said Turner. Mayor Sylvester Turner is holding a press conference at 3 p.m. Thursday afternoon to discuss coronavirus updates.
Houstonian creates ultimate space Airbnb in Boca Chica
Read full article: Houstonian creates ultimate space Airbnb in Boca ChicaOne Houstonian experienced this first-hand and turned his own vision into reality -- creating the ultimate space pad Airbnb for many space enthusiasts to rent. However, 400 miles away in the rugged terrain of Boca Chica, just 8 miles from the SpaceX Launch Facility, he’s managed to create the ultimate space lover’s experience, Rocket Ranch. The multi-room ranch has a full-kitchen, coffeeroom area, living room and outside amenities, filled with decor space enthusiasts would appreciate. Photos of different planets, milestone space exploration achievements and touches of trivial space gadgets fill the space. This all started when he went to see a SpaceX launch at the Cape.
5 things for Houstonians to know for Monday, Nov. 23
Read full article: 5 things for Houstonians to know for Monday, Nov. 23Here are things to know for Monday, Nov. 23:1. Police searching for man who set woman on fire in southeast HoustonA man reportedly set a woman on fire in southeast Houston on Saturday morning, officials said. Houston Police Department identified the suspect as Harold Celestine, who they expect to charge with aggravated assault of a family member. It’s also the Texans’ first win of the season against a team besides the division-rival Jacksonville Jaguars. And the Texans’ win gave interim coach Romeo Crennel a rare victory by a former Bill Belichick assistant against his former boss.
Get invited back next year: Houston Thanksgiving gifts that show your host how grateful you are
Read full article: Get invited back next year: Houston Thanksgiving gifts that show your host how grateful you areThis Thanksgiving, show your hosts why you deserve a seat at the adult’s table. Before you make your grand entrance with a standard-issue bottle of wine or box of chocolates in hand, why not pick out something thoughtful your Houston host will appreciate? And who wouldn’t want the chance to buy up Houston’s legendary places like the NRG Stadium, the Toyota Center, Space Center Houston, Minute Made Park, Downtown Houston and Hermann Park? Consider ponying up the big bucks for a pumpecapple pie cake, the turducken of desserts. Priced at $250, weighing in at 23.5 pounds and standing nearly a foot tall, the pumpecapple pie cake is made up of three layers of cake with pie baked into them; a pumpkin pie baked in a pumpkin spice cake; pecan pie or chocolate pecan pie baked in chocolate cake; and last, but not least, an apple pie baked into a spice cake.
Here are all the national sporting events coming to Houston during the next 6 years
Read full article: Here are all the national sporting events coming to Houston during the next 6 yearsHOUSTON – Several national sporting events are making their way to the city of Houston over the next several years. Here are all the national sporting events coming to Space City over the next six years:The Division III Championships at Bay Oaks Country Club in 2022. The 2025 Women’s Division III Golf Championships. "Once again, Houston proves that we are a great city to host major sports events,'' said Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner in a written statement. I thank the NCAA for selecting Houston as a host city for the 2026 Regional, the 2024 Stagg Bowl and another Division III Women’s Golf Championship.”
13 movies filmed in the Houston area
Read full article: 13 movies filmed in the Houston areaHere is a handful of motion pictures, some popular and others a tad less widely known, filmed in the Houston area. Notable Houston locations: Brennan’s of Houston, TootsiesNight Game (1989)This crime thriller stars Roy Scheider as a former minor league baseball player turned Galveston homicide detective who must solve a series of murders with a Houston Astros connection. Notable Houston location: Tranquility ParkIndependence Day (1996)Here’s yet another sci-fi blockbuster that filmed some of its scenes in Space City, specifically the Johnson Space Center. Notable Houston locations: North Shore High School, St. John’s School, Lamar High School, Doug’s Barber Shop. Notable Houston location: Johnson Space Center----What movies would you add to this list?
’Anything is possible’: Hear from the first astronauts to take off from American soil in nine years
Read full article: ’Anything is possible’: Hear from the first astronauts to take off from American soil in nine yearsSpaceX developed the Crew Dragon, which Hurley and Behnken named, “Endeavour,” that launched atop a Falcon 9 rocket. The Crew Dragon and Falcon 9 launched Saturday, May 30th at 2:22 p.m. following a scrub on Wednesday. Back at Space Station, docking through the front of Space Station where Shuttle used to dock. We flew directly over the International Space Station just two minutes before launch. “And Chris had a note, ’Don’t forget to take it to Earth with Crew Dragon.”Hurley said that flag represents bringing launches back to American soil.
Halley’s Comet is bringing a meteor shower that will peak tonight! When and how to watch
Read full article: Halley’s Comet is bringing a meteor shower that will peak tonight! When and how to watch(CNN) – The Eta Aquariid meteor shower is expected to peak on Tuesday, but a nearly full moon could outshine the show. May is the best spring month to view meteor activity for those in the northern hemisphere, according to the American Meteor Society. However, this meteor shower favors sky watchers in the southern hemisphere, where between 20 and 40 meteors can be seen each hour. The source of the Eta Aquariid meteor shower is Halley's Comet. This happens again in October, which creates the Orionid meteor shower.
Out-of-this-world alien museum will land in Space City later this year
Read full article: Out-of-this-world alien museum will land in Space City later this yearA new, interactive alien-themed museum will soon touch down in Space City. The “technology-fueled experiential” art museum will pack its 40 exhibit rooms with extraterrestrials, artificial intelligence, immersive art, dazzling light displays meant to inspire a sense of wonder, according to a release. The concept is the brainchild of Steve Kopelman, principal and COO of Escape the Room — the largest escape room company in the United States. Apart from an intergalactic escape, Seismique will also offer educational workshops for students across the Houston area interested in topics related to S.T.E.A.M. The 40,000-square-foot museum is slated to open in Fall 2020 at 2306 South Highway 6 on Houston’s west side.
Seeing green: More bike lanes are coming to Houston in 2020
Read full article: Seeing green: More bike lanes are coming to Houston in 2020HOUSTON – Drivers in the Midtown neighborhood are seeing a lot more green as a new bike lane is about to open in the area, and it’s the first of many coming to Space City in the new year. “We know a lot of people are already biking in Houston, and a lot more want to bike in Houston, but they don’t have a safe way to do it,” said Ian Hlavacek, an engineer with Houston Public Works. “Always make sure that you’re yielding to pedestrians and bicyclists who are coming into conflict with cars,” Eccles said. Go around, if you can, and don’t go into the bike lane.”Crews are expected to later install traffic lights that will help control the cycling traffic. The Gray Street bike lane is expected to be completed in March.
How Houston landed NASA’s space center
Read full article: How Houston landed NASA’s space centerThe Mercury-Redstone Launch Vehicle is seen in Rocket Park at Lyndon B. Johnson Space Center on April 3, 2016 in Houston, Texas. The space center was constructed in September 1963 and beat out 12 other cities. When looking for the location for the new space center, Congress agreed that certain criteria must be met. Houston was viewed as an ideal site due to the closeness of Rice University and the University of Houston. The space center has now led many leading expeditions, ranging from the Apollo program to the space shuttle program.