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Latest Season of ‘Top Chef’ Set to Premiere March 3 — and it’s About to Get Very Houston

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TV-radio listings: Jan. 25

Houston Chron.com 1/25 3:00A

. Television Col. basketball Iowa at Penn St. (w) Big Ten 5 p.m. Col. basketball Richmond at Rhode Island CBSSN 5:30...

New efforts to combat antisemitism (Jan. 25, 2022)

Houston Public Media 1/24 11:00P Michael Hagerty

On Tuesday's show: Harris County's response to the hostage situation in Colleyville, a conversation with Mayor Pro-Tem Dave Martin, changing ideas about college financial aid,...

Engines of Our Ingenuity 2944: Max Planck’s Triumphs and Tragedies

Houston Public Media 1/24 6:01P Haleh Ardebili

Episode: 2944 The Father of Quantum Theory, The Perseverance of a Scientist Facing Multiple Tragedies. Today, a scientist s triumphs and tragedies.

The man behind Google’s Silicon Valley headquarters says fancy tech offices are ‘dangerous’

Houston Chron.com 1/24 4:33P Joshua Bote, SFGATE

'It's not really engaging with the world in the way most people do,' said Clive Wilkinson, designer of the industry-defining campus.

Houston police identify, charge driver who killed Harris County deputy

Houston Chron.com 1/24 4:02P Jay R. Jordan

Oscar Rosales, 51, faces a capital murder charge in the shooting death of a Harris County deputy. He remains on the run.

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Aldine ISD is Hosting a Teacher and Substitute Teacher Job Fair on Saturday, March 5

Aldineisd.org 1/14 10:20A Leticia Fehling

The school district will host a job fair for potential teachers and substitute teachers on Saturday, March 5. The fair will be at Davis High School (12525 Ella Blvd.• Houston,...

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New Houston-based streaming service showcases best of the Bayou City

Culturemap Houston Entertainment 1/24 9:45A Steven Devadanam

Fans of Houston and Texas culture and personalities who want to see even more coverage have a new outlet. Local production house IVOX Media has launched IVOX+, a new streaming service available...

Top Chef reveals premiere date and details of new Houston episodes

Culturemap Houston Entertainment 1/24 8:47A Eric Sandler

Bravo has released the details for the Houston-based season of Top Chef. The award-winning cooking competition show's 19th season will premier at 7 pm on Thursday, March 3. Here's a sneak peek at the...

Ruidoso, NM: Family Fun Travel Guide

Lonestar Looking Glass 1/24 7:01A Alice Kerley

Now that the little ones are back in school, I finally found the time to round up our recent travels & share the ins and outs with y all. This past fall, we spent a weekend in one of our favorite...

Spanish film Parallel Mothers takes alternate path toward success

Culturemap Houston Entertainment 1/24 5:20A Alex Bentley

The 72-year-old Pedro Almodovar has been a force in Spanish cinema for 40 years, inspiring filmmakers in Spain and around the world with his knack for telling stories full of color and complexity. The...

Mark Cuban’s New Online Pharmacy Will Make Dallas, TX Home to a Pharmaceutical Revolution

Texas Is Life 1/23 5:24A Joe Youngblood

A healthcare revolution is starting right here in Texas thanks to Mark Cuban and Dr. Alex Oshmyansky Everyone should have safe, affordable medicines with transparent prices. – Mark Cuban Mark Cuban s...

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Latest Season of ‘Top Chef’ Set to Premiere March 3 — and it’s About to Get Very Houston

Eater Houston 1/24 11:41A Brittany Britto Garley

David Moir/Bravo The latest season of Bravo TV’s Top Chef will premiere March 3, with Houston chef Evelyn Garcia vying for the win. Bravo TV’s 19th season of Top Chef will premiere March 3, and...

Top Houston food and drink talent star in new charity pop-up series

Culturemap Houston Restaurants + Bars 1/24 7:02A Eric Sandler

One of 2021's best new dining destinations has launched a charity pop-up series that's spicing up Monday nights. Winnie's, the sandwich shop and bar in Midtown, has invited some of Houston's top food...

Put a fun spin on the French 75 with Modelo's suave and spicy version

Culturemap Houston Restaurants + Bars 1/21 7:45A CultureMap Create

Craft cocktails don't have to be pretentious. Take, for example, the Modelo 75, a light and refreshing spin on the classic sip that's perfect for those who want to make the most of the night. With the...

Innovative soul food restaurant serves up second Houston-area location

Culturemap Houston Restaurants + Bars 1/21 6:57A Eric Sandler

One of Houston's top soul food destinations has brought its signature fare to Pearland. After a trial run last weekend, The Greasy Spoon made its official debut on Thursday, January 20 at 10009...

20 Houston Patios Perfect for Dining and Drinking Al Fresco

Eater Houston 1/21 5:20A Megha McSwain

Casa Nomad features a Tulum-esque patio | Public Content Soak in the sun and cooler temps at these outdoor dining destinations Houston’s weather may be unpredictable, but there is no denying that the...

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Iconic Texas western wear and goods shop saddles up in Rice Village

Culturemap Houston Fashion 1/24 7:45A Steven Devadanam

Just in time for rodeo season, an iconic purveyor of leather goods, clothing, and accessories is setting up shop in Rice Village. King Ranch Saddle Shop will open its newest location on February 1 at...

Look Good & Stay Warm: What Clothes Do You Need for Skiing?

Color and Chic 1/23 7:45A Quincy

Our first ski trip was a success! We are so happy to have been able to share this experience with our closest friends. Since it was our first time skiing, as soon as our plan was confirmed, I took to...

Hip Texas bootmaker corrals $56 million to fuel national growth

Culturemap Houston Fashion 1/19 8:35A John Egan

With a fresh investment of $56 million, Austin-based bootmaker Tecovas is kicking its national expansion into a higher gear. The company, which specializes in high-quality, high-end Western footwear,...

Fashion icon André Leon Talley is dead at age 73

Houston Style Magazine (Fashion) 1/19 8:12A CNN/Stylemagazine.com Newswire

André Leon Talley, the former longtime creative director for Vogue and a fashion icon in his own right, has died at age 73, according to a statement on his official Instagram...

Here's The Top 10 Trends To Look Forward To In 2022

Houstonia Magazine (Style & Trends) 1/18 12:49P Danielle Wright

From Converse, Homage Year and DYI, these brands are pushing fashion forward.

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Price appreciation in new vs. existing homes: CoreLogic investigates

Houston Agent Magazine 1/24 10:41A Emily Mack

New homes and existing homes are appreciating at similar rates, according to a new report from CoreLogic . Looking at data from the past decade, CoreLogic s detailed picture of home appreciation looks...

Inventory falls 40% from pre-pandemic levels, as home values accelerate

Houston Agent Magazine 1/24 7:12A Liz Hughes

Housing inventory has reached another record low, dropping 40.5% in the past two years, according to Zillow’s December Monthly Report . That drop in inventory is hampering...

What to do once you’ve found a lead

Houston Agent Magazine 1/23 11:00P Houston Agent

Once you’ve generated some leads, you’re going to get a number of inquiries. While it’s great to have folks contact you and increase your database of leads, the real goal is to convert these leads...

Strong fourth quarter for home and condo sales in Palm Beach and West Palm

Houston Agent Magazine 1/21 10:58A Patrick Regan

The average sale price of Palm Beach single-family homes nearly doubled year over year in the fourth quarter of 2021, according to a residential market report from Brown...

Houston No. 3 most neighborly city in America

Houston Agent Magazine 1/21 10:21A Emily Mack

What makes a city neighborly? A new study from StorageCafe aims to answer that question. The industry blog surveyed 11,000 Americans to determine what, exactly, makes a...

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