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How to sleep better in Houston’s summer heat
Read full article: How to sleep better in Houston’s summer heatIf you find yourself kicking off the covers at night, you're sleeping too hot. If you toss and turn all night, you're not comfortable on your mattress. But what if you toss and turn and you wake up uncovered? That's when it's time to visit the experts at Texas Mattress Makers.
Can this white sofa really hold up against a glass of red wine?
Read full article: Can this white sofa really hold up against a glass of red wine?If you've had your eye on one of those trendy white sofas but you're worried you won't be able to keep it clean, you've got to see some of the performance fabrics from Houston-based Living Designs Furniture. It's a family-owned and operated company and the furniture is made to order using locally-sourced, high-quality materials.
Local spotlight: Family-owned mattress business helping you sleep better
Read full article: Local spotlight: Family-owned mattress business helping you sleep betterEvery year the Houston Chronicle hosts its “Best of the Best” competition - where Houstonians get to vote on their favorite businesses. And we weren't surprised to hear the news that this year, our friends at Texas Mattress Makers once again took the top spot in their category.
Houston Life’s Derrick Shore chats with Youval Meicler of Texas Mattress Makers about giving back to the community
Read full article: Houston Life’s Derrick Shore chats with Youval Meicler of Texas Mattress Makers about giving back to the communityHe believes good business is all about supporting the community you serve.
Too hot to sleep? How a new mattress can help you sleep cooler
Read full article: Too hot to sleep? How a new mattress can help you sleep coolerDon't let the Texas heat prevent you from comfortable sleep. If you’re losing sleep over night sweats, it may have to do with the heat your mattress retains.
KPRC 2 Senior Scholarship: Meet Asiah Donahue, the senior who has used her positive energy to push forward and impact others
Read full article: KPRC 2 Senior Scholarship: Meet Asiah Donahue, the senior who has used her positive energy to push forward and impact othersKPRC 2 and Texas Mattress Makers are surprising 20 deserving high school seniors with scholarships. All students selected for scholarships have been nominated by their high schools.
KPRC 2 Senior Scholarship: Meet Brianna Pacheco, who hopes to give back by helping people learn financial literacy
Read full article: KPRC 2 Senior Scholarship: Meet Brianna Pacheco, who hopes to give back by helping people learn financial literacyKPRC 2 and Texas Mattress Makers are surprising 20 deserving high school seniors with scholarships. All students selected for scholarships have been nominated by their high schools.
KPRC 2 Senior Scholarship: Meet Dusty Cutler, whose ultimate goal is to one day become a judge
Read full article: KPRC 2 Senior Scholarship: Meet Dusty Cutler, whose ultimate goal is to one day become a judgeKPRC 2 and Texas Mattress Makers are surprising 20 deserving high school seniors with scholarships. All students selected for scholarships have been nominated by their high schools.
KPRC 2 Senior Scholarship: Meet Chloe Short, the senior who says her disability has helped motivate her dedication to push forward
Read full article: KPRC 2 Senior Scholarship: Meet Chloe Short, the senior who says her disability has helped motivate her dedication to push forwardKPRC 2 and Texas Mattress Makers are surprising 20 deserving high school seniors with scholarships. All students selected for scholarships have been nominated by their high schools.
KPRC 2 Senior Scholarship: Meet Sara Yazdi, the high school senior with a passion for human rights
Read full article: KPRC 2 Senior Scholarship: Meet Sara Yazdi, the high school senior with a passion for human rightsKPRC 2 and Texas Mattress Makers are surprising 20 deserving high school seniors with scholarships. All students selected for scholarships have been nominated by their high schools.
KPRC 2 Senior Scholarship: Meet Victoria Razo, the senior who one day hopes to help fight and prevent infectious diseases
Read full article: KPRC 2 Senior Scholarship: Meet Victoria Razo, the senior who one day hopes to help fight and prevent infectious diseasesKPRC 2 and Texas Mattress Makers are surprising 20 deserving high school seniors with scholarships. All students selected for scholarships have been nominated by their high schools.
KPRC 2 Senior Scholarship: Meet Puneet Basra, the senior who one day hopes to become a pediatrician
Read full article: KPRC 2 Senior Scholarship: Meet Puneet Basra, the senior who one day hopes to become a pediatricianKPRC 2 and Texas Mattress Makers are surprising 20 deserving high school seniors with scholarships. All students selected for scholarships have been nominated by their high schools.
KPRC 2 Senior Scholarship: Meet Elijah Ellison, the senior who hopes to use his leadership skills to make a difference
Read full article: KPRC 2 Senior Scholarship: Meet Elijah Ellison, the senior who hopes to use his leadership skills to make a differenceKPRC 2 and Texas Mattress Makers are surprising 20 deserving high school seniors with scholarships. All students selected for scholarships have been nominated by their high schools.
KPRC 2 Senior Scholarship: Meet Jacob Quintanilla from Galena Park High School
Read full article: KPRC 2 Senior Scholarship: Meet Jacob Quintanilla from Galena Park High SchoolKPRC 2 and Texas Mattress Makers are surprising 20 deserving high school seniors with scholarships. All students selected for scholarships have been nominated by their high schools.
KPRC 2 Senior Scholarship: Meet Emily Lightfoot, the senior dedicated to helping others and raising awareness for mental health
Read full article: KPRC 2 Senior Scholarship: Meet Emily Lightfoot, the senior dedicated to helping others and raising awareness for mental healthKPRC 2 and Texas Mattress Makers are surprising 20 deserving high school seniors with scholarships. All students selected for scholarships have been nominated by their high schools.
KPRC 2 Senior Scholarship: Meet Hannah Omoruyi, the senior who wants to one day help develop medications for different mental illnesses
Read full article: KPRC 2 Senior Scholarship: Meet Hannah Omoruyi, the senior who wants to one day help develop medications for different mental illnessesKPRC 2 and Texas Mattress Makers are surprising 20 deserving high school seniors with scholarships. All students selected for scholarships have been nominated by their high schools.
KPRC 2 Senior Scholarship: Meet Leonardo Cuellar Cervantes, the high school senior who someday hopes to share his knowledge with future generations
Read full article: KPRC 2 Senior Scholarship: Meet Leonardo Cuellar Cervantes, the high school senior who someday hopes to share his knowledge with future generationsKPRC 2 and Texas Mattress Makers are surprising 20 deserving high school seniors with scholarships. All students selected for scholarships have been nominated by their high schools.
KPRC 2 Senior Scholarship: Meet Jaivyance Gillard the senior with a desire to explore the mind and how various elements can influence behavior
Read full article: KPRC 2 Senior Scholarship: Meet Jaivyance Gillard the senior with a desire to explore the mind and how various elements can influence behaviorKPRC 2 and Texas Mattress Makers are surprising 20 deserving high school seniors with scholarships. All students selected for scholarships have been nominated by their high schools. This academic year was particularly challenging because of the pandemic, but these students still rose above and beyond in school. The eighth $2,500 Senior Scholarship was awarded to Jaivyance Gillard from Santa Fe High School in Santa Fe ISD. See photos of Jaivyance and other 2021 winners below:Ad
KPRC 2 Senior Scholarship: Meet Stephanie Osazuwa, the senior who is advocating for low-socioeconomic communities, working to help others succeed
Read full article: KPRC 2 Senior Scholarship: Meet Stephanie Osazuwa, the senior who is advocating for low-socioeconomic communities, working to help others succeedKPRC 2 and Texas Mattress Makers are surprising 20 deserving high school seniors with scholarships. All students selected for scholarships have been nominated by their high schools. This academic year was particularly challenging because of the pandemic, but these students still rose above and beyond in school. The seventh $2,500 Senior Scholarship was awarded to Stephanie Osazuwa from Alief Taylor High School in Alief ISD. See photos of Stephanie and other 2021 winners below:Ad
KPRC 2 Senior Scholarship: Meet Grant Ebel, the senior who hopes to help others by pursuing a career in medicine
Read full article: KPRC 2 Senior Scholarship: Meet Grant Ebel, the senior who hopes to help others by pursuing a career in medicineKPRC 2 and Texas Mattress Makers are surprising 20 deserving high school seniors with scholarships. All students selected for scholarships have been nominated by their high schools. This academic year was particularly challenging because of the pandemic, but these students still rose above and beyond in school. The sixth $2,500 Senior Scholarship was awarded to Grant Ebel from Magnolia West High School in Magnolia ISD. Ebel has been accepted to the University of Texas, where he will be pursuing a degree in biology with hopes of becoming a physician in the future.
KPRC 2 Senior Scholarship: Meet Jordan McAlister, the teen helping animals while planning for a future in business
Read full article: KPRC 2 Senior Scholarship: Meet Jordan McAlister, the teen helping animals while planning for a future in businessKPRC 2 and Texas Mattress Makers are surprising 20 deserving high school seniors with scholarships. All students selected for scholarships have been nominated by their high schools. This academic year was particularly challenging because of the pandemic, but these students still rose above and beyond in school. The fifth $2,500 Senior Scholarship was awarded to Jordan McAlister from Klein Cain High School in Klein ISD. She has been able to maintain a 5.63 GPA and is ranked fifth in her class out of 848 students.
KPRC 2 Senior Scholarship: Meet Jonathan Hoang Nguyen, the senior who has stepped up for his community, has his sights set on his future as an ophthalmologist
Read full article: KPRC 2 Senior Scholarship: Meet Jonathan Hoang Nguyen, the senior who has stepped up for his community, has his sights set on his future as an ophthalmologistKPRC 2 and Texas Mattress Makers are surprising 20 deserving high school seniors with scholarships. All students selected for scholarships have been nominated by their high schools. This academic year was particularly challenging because of the pandemic, but these students still rose above and beyond in school. The fourth $2,500 Senior Scholarship was awarded to Jonathan Hoang Nguyen from Clear Springs High School in Clear Creek ISD. Nguyen has been accepted to the University of Houston, where he will be pursuing a degree in biology with hopes of becoming an ophthalmologist in the future.
KPRC 2 Senior Scholarship: Meet Alexa Piedra, the ambitious senior who wants to make an impact on future generations
Read full article: KPRC 2 Senior Scholarship: Meet Alexa Piedra, the ambitious senior who wants to make an impact on future generationsKPRC 2 and Texas Mattress Makers are surprising 20 deserving high school seniors with scholarships. All students selected for scholarships have been nominated by their high schools. This academic year was particularly challenging because of the pandemic, but these students still rose above and beyond in school. The third $2,500 Senior Scholarship was awarded to Alexa Piedra from the Energized for STEM academy in Houston ISD. Piedra has been accepted to the University of Texas-Austin, where she will be pursuing a degree in philosophy.
This custom mattress is the solution to a better night’s sleep
Read full article: This custom mattress is the solution to a better night’s sleepThe views expressed in this article are those of the advertiser and do not necessarily reflect those of this site or affiliated companies. If you’re having trouble sleeping, your mattress might be to blame, but there’s good news! Texas Mattress Makers can help you sleep better -- on a quality mattress that’s locally made and will cost you less. But let’s say you like a firm mattress and your partner likes a softer mattress. Don’t worry,they can create a custom mattress to help you both sleep comfortably.
KPRC 2 Senior Scholarship: Meet Marissa Hanson, the Caney Creek senior who hopes to become a financial analyst
Read full article: KPRC 2 Senior Scholarship: Meet Marissa Hanson, the Caney Creek senior who hopes to become a financial analystKPRC 2 and Texas Mattress Makers are surprising 20 deserving high school seniors with scholarships. All students selected for scholarships have been nominated by their high schools. This academic year was particularly challenging because of the pandemic, but these students still rose above and beyond in school. The second $2,500 Senior Scholarship was awarded to Marissa Hanson from Caney Creek High School. Hanson has been accepted to Texas A&M, where she will be pursuing a degree in finance.
KPRC 2 Senior Scholarship: Meet Stephanie Gonzalez, the star softball player who hopes to one day work for the FBI or CIA
Read full article: KPRC 2 Senior Scholarship: Meet Stephanie Gonzalez, the star softball player who hopes to one day work for the FBI or CIAKPRC 2 and Texas Mattress Makers are surprising 20 deserving high school seniors with scholarships. All students selected for scholarships have been nominated by their high schools. This academic year was particularly challenging because of the pandemic, but these students still rose above and beyond in school. On Monday, the first $2,500 Senior Scholarship was awarded to Stephanie Gonzalez from Aldine High School. Gonzalez has been accepted to Texas A&M, where she will be pursuing a degree in agriculture and life science.
Help local children in need get a better night’s sleep
Read full article: Help local children in need get a better night’s sleepThe advertiser paid a fee to promote this sponsored article and may have influenced or authored the content. The views expressed in this article are those of the advertiser and do not necessarily reflect those of this site or affiliated companies.
The importance of sleeping on the right mattress
Read full article: The importance of sleeping on the right mattressThe advertiser paid a fee to promote this sponsored article and may have influenced or authored the content. The views expressed in this article are those of the advertiser and do not necessarily reflect those of this site or affiliated companies. Texas Mattress Makers can help you find the right mattress for your sleep style and budget. They are the experts in Houston with over 40 years of experience in the mattress manufacturing industry. Shop their current specials in-person at one of their four showroom locations or online from the comfort of home.
Shop local: Get a mattress made in Houston
Read full article: Shop local: Get a mattress made in HoustonThe advertiser paid a fee to promote this sponsored article and may have influenced or authored the content. The views expressed in this article are those of the advertiser and do not necessarily reflect those of this site or affiliated companies. HOUSTON Sleeping on a bad mattress can really impact your health and well-being. The experts at Texas Mattress Makers can help you find the right mattress for your best nights sleep at an affordable price. You can also shop online through their website, and chat with one of their experts to find your best fit.
KPRC 2 Senior Scholarship: Meet our 2020 recipients
Read full article: KPRC 2 Senior Scholarship: Meet our 2020 recipientsHOUSTON – In 2020, KPRC 2 and Texas Mattress Makers surprised 20 deserving high school seniors with scholarships. All students selected for scholarships were nominated by their high schools. Twenty $2,500 scholarships were awarded to students from all areas in the Houston greater area. Each student was surprised by our anchors and reporters on campus or via Zoom. Check out KPRC 2 Senior Scholarship recipients for 2020 below
KPRC 2 Senior Scholarship: Meet Sherrod Session, an NAACP Youth Council President, and future UCLA Bruin
Read full article: KPRC 2 Senior Scholarship: Meet Sherrod Session, an NAACP Youth Council President, and future UCLA BruinPublished: May 29, 2020, 10:00 amHOUSTON – KPRC 2 and Texas Mattress Makers are surprising 20 deserving high school seniors with scholarships. All students selected for scholarships have been nominated by their high schools. On Friday, a $2,500 Senior Scholarship was awarded to Sherrod Session from Taylor High School. KPRC 2′s Britta Merwin surprised the senior at his school. Check out KPRC 2 Senior Scholarship recipients for 2020 below
KPRC 2 Senior Scholarship: Meet Anna Queen, the senior who hopes to make a difference at a children’s hospital
Read full article: KPRC 2 Senior Scholarship: Meet Anna Queen, the senior who hopes to make a difference at a children’s hospitalPublished: May 25, 2020, 8:18 amHOUSTON – KPRC 2 and Texas Mattress Makers are surprising 20 deserving high school seniors with scholarships. All students selected for scholarships have been nominated by their high schools. On Monday, a $2,500 Senior Scholarship was awarded to Ana Queen from Pearland High School. KPRC 2′s Owen Confletti surprised the senior in a Zoom call. Check out KPRC 2 Senior Scholarship recipients for 2020 below
Congratulations, Anna Queen!
Read full article: Congratulations, Anna Queen!Congratulations, Anna Queen! Published: May 25, 2020, 7:57 amKPRC 2 and Texas Mattress Makers are surprising 20 deserving high school seniors with scholarships. All students selected for scholarships have been nominated by their high schools.
KPRC 2 Senior Scholarship: Meet Lauren Butler, a student leader on campus and future longhorn
Read full article: KPRC 2 Senior Scholarship: Meet Lauren Butler, a student leader on campus and future longhornPublished: May 22, 2020, 6:20 amHOUSTON – KPRC 2 and Texas Mattress Makers are surprising 20 deserving high school seniors with scholarships. All students selected for scholarships have been nominated by their high schools. On Friday, a $2,500 Senior Scholarship was awarded to Lauren Butler from Hempstead High School. KPRC 2′s Sofia Ojeda surprised the senior at her school. Check out KPRC 2 Senior Scholarship recipients for 2020 below
Houston business owner honors fallen heroes with Memorial Day message
Read full article: Houston business owner honors fallen heroes with Memorial Day messageThe advertiser paid a fee to promote this sponsored article and may have influenced or authored the content. The views expressed in this article are those of the advertiser and do not necessarily reflect those of this site or affiliated companies. HOUSTON – This weekend many businesses will be promoting Memorial Day sales. It’s one of the largest sale days in the country for buying mattresses, but here locally, Texas Mattress Makers will be closed. And they’re hoping you will join them in reflecting on what really matters on Memorial Day, remembering our fallen American heroes.
KPRC 2 Senior Scholarship: Meet Richard Guzman, a harding working senior and future civil engineer
Read full article: KPRC 2 Senior Scholarship: Meet Richard Guzman, a harding working senior and future civil engineerPublished: May 18, 2020, 10:12 amHOUSTON – KPRC 2 and Texas Mattress Makers are surprising 20 deserving high school seniors with scholarships. All students selected for scholarships have been nominated by their high schools. On Monday, a $2,500 Senior Scholarship was awarded to Richard Guzman from Cleveland High School. KPRC 2′s Kris Gutierrez surprised the senior in a zoom call. Check out KPRC 2 Senior Scholarship recipients for 2020 below
KPRC 2 Senior Scholarship: Meet Aqsa Malik, an MD Anderson volunteer and future pharmacist
Read full article: KPRC 2 Senior Scholarship: Meet Aqsa Malik, an MD Anderson volunteer and future pharmacistPublished: May 13, 2020, 9:59 amHOUSTON – KPRC 2 and Texas Mattress Makers are surprising 20 deserving high school seniors with scholarships. All students selected for scholarships have been nominated by their high schools. On Wednesday, a $2,500 Senior Scholarship was awarded to Aqsa Malik from Jane Long Academy. KPRC 2′s Justin Stapleton surprised the senior during a zoom call. Check out KPRC 2 Senior Scholarship recipients for 2020 below
KPRC 2 Senior Scholarship: Meet Taysia Battee, a cheerleading captain and future veterinarian
Read full article: KPRC 2 Senior Scholarship: Meet Taysia Battee, a cheerleading captain and future veterinarianPublished: May 11, 2020, 10:00 amHOUSTON – KPRC 2 and Texas Mattress Makers are surprising 20 deserving high school seniors with scholarships. All students selected for scholarships have been nominated by their high schools. On Monday, a $2,500 Senior Scholarship was awarded to Taysia Battee from Wunsche Sr. High School. KPRC 2′s Sofia Ojeda surprised the senior at her school. Check out KPRC 2 Senior Scholarship recipients for 2020 below
KPRC 2 Senior Scholarship: Meet Cory Acreman, a senior who helped his mother make quilts for a good cause
Read full article: KPRC 2 Senior Scholarship: Meet Cory Acreman, a senior who helped his mother make quilts for a good causePublished: May 1, 2020, 10:33 amHOUSTON – KPRC 2 and Texas Mattress Makers are surprising 20 deserving high school seniors with scholarships. All students selected for scholarships have been nominated by their high schools. On Friday, a $2,500 Senior Scholarship was awarded to Cory Acreman from Montgomery High School. KPRC 2′s Sofia Ojeda surprised the senior at his mother’s fabric shop. Check out KPRC 2 Senior Scholarship recipients for 2020 below
KPRC 2 Senior Scholarship: Meet Elizabeth Ogolo, a senior hoping to help others
Read full article: KPRC 2 Senior Scholarship: Meet Elizabeth Ogolo, a senior hoping to help othersOn Wednesday, a $2,500 Senior Scholarship was awarded to Elizabeth Ogolo from Elsik High School. When I was going through my situations and circumstances, I really had wished there someone there to help me. I thought If I was able to see something happening to someone else, knowing that I wanted that help, I just wanted to offer myself to help somebody else. If you have something going on and you need help, there is always somebody out there willing to help you. Just like I was able to find somebody to help, there is somebody out there that can help you.
KPRC Senior Scholarships: Alyssa Grover
Read full article: KPRC Senior Scholarships: Alyssa GroverHOUSTON – Senior Scholarships 2020 has officially kicked off. KPRC 2 and Texas Mattress Makers are surprising 20 deserving high school seniors with scholarships. On Wednesday, the first Senior Scholarship was awarded to Alyssa Grover from Glenda Dawson High School. KPRC 2′s Christine Noël surprised the senior during her lecture. Alyssa also enjoys practicing piano, violin, and guitar, singing and performing with Ovation Theatre and EncoreChoirAlyssa enjoys volunteering at the Houston Museum of Natural Science and Camp Counselor literary-based summer camp.