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Dynamic duo: Altuve, Correa both get top billing for Astros

Shifting viewpoints make for compelling story in The Last Duel

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Houston Chron.com 10/18 3:00A

Television Col. golf Jackson T. Stephens Cup Golf 3 p.m. MLB Astros at Boston FS1 7 p.m. NFL Buffalo at...

Dynamic duo: Altuve, Correa both get top billing for Astros

Houston Public Media 10/18 2:02A Kristie Rieken, Associated Press

Jose Altuve and Carlos Correa have helped the Astros to a fifth consecutive AL Championship Series, where they’re tied 1-1 with the Boston Red Sox.

Texas lawmakers pass controversial new map for the U.S. House of Representatives

Houston Public Media 10/18 1:47A Haya Panjwani, KERA

While Democrats hold firm in their accusations of racial gerrymandering, Republicans passed a map reallocating Texas’ seats in the U.S. House. A court challenge is likely...

#ICYMI - At least 5 dead in violent weekend across Houston, Fallen deputy constable Kareem Atkins,...

cw39.com 10/18 1:46A Rachel Estrada

HOUSTON ( KIAH )?– Here's what you missed on Eyewitness News at 9 here on the CW. Violent weekend across Houston At least five people were shot and injured in acres homes in...

Weather for Astros-Red Sox in Boston: cool temps, no rain

cw39.com 10/18 1:32A Chad Washington

HOUSTON ( KIAH ) — As the scene of the American League Championship Series between the Houston Astros and Boston Red Sox shifts to New England, the weather should be cool and...

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Spring ISD And Klein ISD Approve Lowered Tax Rates For Fiscal Year 2021-2022

Education – Spring Happenings 10/15 12:47P Nathan Graves

Harris County, Texas In a pair of simultaneous board of trustees meetings on Tuesday, October 12, both Klein Independent School District and Spring Independent School District...

Aldine ISD is Hosting a Teacher Job Fair on Saturday, November 13

Aldineisd.org 10/15 8:07A Leticia Fehling

The school district is hosting a job fair on Saturday, November 13, for potential teachers. The fair will be at Davis High School (12525 Ella Blvd.• Houston, TX 77067), from...

Spring ISD Superintendent Rodney Watson Accepts New Position With Texas Association Of School...

Education – Spring Happenings 10/14 12:04P Nathan Graves

Spring, Texas Spring Independent School District announced in an October 14 news release that Superintendent Dr. Rodney Watson will be leaving Spring ISD to begin a new role...

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#MusicMonday: ACL Festival 2021 Brought the Music Back to Zilker Park

Texas Lifestyle Magazine 10/17 10:00P Julie T

After an open arms welcome to ACL Fest, the music in Zilker Park came to an end. More than 100 performers took to the stage representing a wide variety of music genres over the course of the festival...

Shifting viewpoints make for compelling story in The Last Duel

Culturemap Houston Entertainment 10/15 10:35A Alex Bentley

It's easy to forget now, but when Matt Damon and Ben Affleck wrote and starred in Good Will Hunting in 1997, neither actor was well-known. Both had had supporting roles in previous films, but their...

#FoodieFriday: Modern Texas Food at Houston’s Indianola

Texas Lifestyle Magazine 10/14 10:00P Julie T

An intentional exploration of Indianola’s menu from start, to cocktail, to sweet finish will take you on a tour of what makes Houston and Texas great a convergence of culture and flavor. Located in...

Acclaimed Houston designer hosts must-attend Round Top charity event

Culturemap Houston Home + Design 10/14 11:07A Steven Devadanam

For design-minded locals, a trip to Round Top is always in order -- especially for a good cause. Now Houstonians can join a beloved Bayou City interior designer for a lively event featuring music,...

Highly anticipated Houston Zoo Lights makes sparkling holiday return

Culturemap Houston Entertainment 10/14 8:05A Steven Devadanam

A shimmering holiday tradition is making a shiny comeback. Now in its tenth year, Zoo Lights, the outdoor holiday spectacle at the Houston Zoo, is back for its winter run, November 15 through January...

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10 best restaurants and bars for Astros fans to scream for the team

Culturemap Houston Restaurants + Bars 10/15 9:30A Eric Sandler

All over Houston people are donning their finest Astros t-shirts and jerseys as the team prepares to take on the Boston Red Sox for the right to represent the American League in the World Series....

Where to Watch the Houston Astros Take On the Boston Red Sox in the ALCS

Eater Houston 10/15 7:20A Brittanie Shey

Monkey’s Tail and other Houston bars and restaurants will be serving Astros specials, including hot dogs, orange beers, and “F**k the Sox” shots | Monkey’s Tail/Facebook Where to find deals on drinks,...

Top Montrose coffee shop levels up with new coffee and pastry talents

Culturemap Houston Restaurants + Bars 10/15 5:30A Eric Sandler

One of Houston's best coffee shops has added major talent to both its coffee and food offerings. Blacksmith announced it has added veteran barista and bartender Avery Davis as beverage director, while...

One of Austin’s Best Jewish Delis Will Soon Expand to Houston

Eater Houston 10/15 4:14A Amy McCarthy

Get ready for towering pastrami sandwiches and top-notch bagels from Biderman’s Deli Biderman’s, an Austin deli known for its top-notch bagels and Jewish deli staples, is headed to Houston with plans...

The dynamic duo behind Becks Prime, plus a Midtown po'boy 'problem'

Culturemap Houston Restaurants + Bars 10/14 10:30A CultureMap Staff

On this week's episode of "What's Eric Eating," Win Campbell and Molly Voorhees join CultureMap food editor Eric Sandler to discuss Becks Prime. Campbell, the company's CEO, founded the business in...

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8 best Houston t-shirts to root for the Astros in serious style

Culturemap Houston Fashion 10/15 8:42A Julia Davila

Serious baseball fans know the cardinal rule: Thou shalt take October. The Houston Astros advanced -- for the fifth consecutive year -- to the American League Championship Series (ALCS) and the city...

Detre Everyday Denim Jacket: The Details

Dress Up Buttercup 10/14 8:59P dressupbuttercup@gmail.com

The everyday denim jacket is COMING BACK! So freaking excited to share this with y all. I created this jacket with you in mind—I wanted to bring you a well-made jacket that fits well, feels great, and...

Support the Astros in the ALCS With Merch From Local Etsy Shops

Houstonia Magazine (Shop Talk) 10/14 6:37A Craig Hayes

Show up to game day in exclusive gear from shops like MexicAnita and Sylvia Rosarye.

Fall for fab new fashions at Dallas' Highland Park Village

Culturemap Houston Fashion 10/13 9:00A CultureMap Create

After months of dressing down and time spent at home, it is time to update your wardrobe with fall's hottest new arrivals for the busy social and event season ahead. You can find it all at Highland...

What to Buy during the Best-Selling Shopbop Sale

Color and Chic 10/12 11:00P Hoang-Kim

Turn on your JavaScript to view content Who doesn t love a good sale? The sale of the season is here: the Shopbop Sale for spring and summer! This is when I load up on pieces I want to wear throughout...

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E-Rod to start Game 3 for Red Sox against Astros' Urquidy

Fort Bend Herald (Sports) 10/17 10:42A By JIMMY GOLEN AP Sports Writer

BOSTON (AP) — Red Sox left-hander Eduardo Rodriguez will start Game 3 of the AL Championship Series against the Houston Astros, Boston manager Alex Cora said, leaving righty...

Dynamic duo: Altuve, Correa both get top billing for Astros

Fort Bend Herald (Sports) 10/17 7:51A By KRISTIE RIEKEN AP Sports Writ

HOUSTON (AP) — When it comes to dynamic duos, there’s often a clear-cut top dog and a trusty sidekick.

Grand game: Boston's 2 slams lead 9-5 ALCS win over Astros

Fort Bend Herald (Sports) 10/16 3:40P By KRISTIE RIEKEN AP Sports Writ

HOUSTON (AP) — J.D. Martinez and Rafael Devers helped the Red Sox have a grand old time in Houston.

Related: Houston will look to extend series lead over Boston in Game 2 Fort Bend Herald (Sports)

Astros' García exits ALCS Game 2 early with knee injury

Fort Bend Herald (Sports) 10/16 12:24P By KRISTIE RIEKEN AP Sports Writ

HOUSTON (AP) — Houston starter Luis García left Game 2 of the AL Championship Series in the second inning against the Boston Red Sox with right knee discomfort.

Related: Astros' García exits ALCS Game 2 early with apparent injury Fort Bend Herald (Sports)

Houston's McCullers looking for ways to help despite injury

Fort Bend Herald (Sports) 10/16 9:13A By KRISTIE RIEKEN AP Sports Writ

HOUSTON (AP) — Sidelined for the AL Championship Series, Houston Astros ace Lance McCullers Jr. is heartbroken. He is trying to stay upbeat by helping the rest of his team in...

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Insurance-based smart home technology saves homeowners in more ways than one

Houston Agent Magazine 10/15 3:00A Lindsey Wells

As remote work becomes the new norm for many homeowners, real estate professionals are encouraging clients to consider implementing insurance-based smart home technology into...

Atlanta Realtor named president of AREAA

Houston Agent Magazine 10/14 10:57A John Yellig

Courtesy of the Asian Real Estate Association of America. The Asian Real Estate Association of America named Atlanta Realtor Tim Hur as its next president. Hur is the managing broker and president of...

Houston housing market remains on-course for record year

Houston Agent Magazine 10/14 9:11A Lindsey Wells

The humming Houston real estate market is positioned for a record finish as it heads toward the final quarter of 2021. Buyers kept the market alive this year despite...

HUD now considering climate change when underwriting loans

Houston Agent Magazine 10/14 5:28A Lindsey Wells

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) recently announced a plan that will implement new policies to combat global warming, according to a press release ....

Real estate investor closes on Millionaire Mentorship flip

Houston Agent Magazine 10/13 11:47A Lindsey Wells

A four-bedroom house in the Meyerland community of southwest Houston is set to be renovated and sold as part of a contest hosted by private real estate investor Troy Kearns....

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