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Calling all ghouls and goblins, head to this SPOOK-tacular event at M-K-T with plants, pets, and prizes
Read full article: Calling all ghouls and goblins, head to this SPOOK-tacular event at M-K-T with plants, pets, and prizesFrom the kids to the pets, it's Halloween fun for the entire family in the Heights. We got a sneak peek at what you can find at the annual Hike, Bike, and Fright Fest happening at M-K-T this weekend in partnership with Houston Plant Market
Celebrate National Dog Month with tips and games from Believe In Dog Training
Read full article: Celebrate National Dog Month with tips and games from Believe In Dog TrainingSince August is national dog month, we're headed to the puppy experts at Believe In Dog for some fun, and of course -- puppies!
Heights family says neglect by Allstate is causing more damage to storm ravaged home
Read full article: Heights family says neglect by Allstate is causing more damage to storm ravaged homeA family in The Heights says damage to their home is getting worse and worse since the recent storms, mainly because Allstate, the insurance company they pay a premium to, hasn’t even sent out an adjuster to look at it.
No power for days, so why was this Houston customer still charged for using electricity?
Read full article: No power for days, so why was this Houston customer still charged for using electricity?No lights, no air conditioner, no nothing. If you were one of the 900,000 people who lost electricity for several days this month you might expect your next bill to be slightly lower than normal. One man in the Heights called us when he noticed his account showed he was using electricity on days when that was impossible. Investigative reporter Amy Davis explains you how to check your own account.
Inside Doodle Land! A new interactive art museum full of puzzles, games, and art activities
Read full article: Inside Doodle Land! A new interactive art museum full of puzzles, games, and art activitiesLooking for something fun, entertaining AND educational for the kids this summer? Doodle Land is a new interactive art museum inspired by Alice In Wonderland.
“Just stop the leak” Water main break bubbling outside local complex for months is drowning neighbors with frustrations
Read full article: “Just stop the leak” Water main break bubbling outside local complex for months is drowning neighbors with frustrationsPeople in the Timbergrove community say they refuse to go with the flow. The water not only collecting at the source of the stream but traveling all the way down the block.
Parents blast Houston ISD over decision to re-zone their neighborhood schools
Read full article: Parents blast Houston ISD over decision to re-zone their neighborhood schoolsSome local parents are up in arms after learning about what they say was a drastic decision made by HISD in just 48 hours. It could prevent their children from going to schools that used to be zoned for their neighborhoods.
Derrick and Tessa celebrate Filipino Food Month with a seafood Kamayan feast
Read full article: Derrick and Tessa celebrate Filipino Food Month with a seafood Kamayan feastIt's Filipino Food Month and we immersed ourselves in a "Kamayan". It's a Filipino traditional way of eating by using banana leaves and instead of utensils, you eat with your hands! Chef Harold Villarosa also known as the Filipino BBQ King and co-owner of Be More Pacific Giovan Cuchapin showed us how it's done.
KPRC 2 EXCLUSIVE: Popular Houston-staple, Burns Original BBQ, set to open 2 new locations 😋🍽️
Read full article: KPRC 2 EXCLUSIVE: Popular Houston-staple, Burns Original BBQ, set to open 2 new locations 😋🍽️Are you hungry for some good ol’-fashioned BBQ?😋 Welp, there may be some heading to your neck of the woods soon!
No charges filed against man accused in deadly METRORail line stabbing
Read full article: No charges filed against man accused in deadly METRORail line stabbingHouston Police said a man who was arrested last night in connection to a stabbing on a METRO Rail line is not facing any charges at this time.
Suspect in deadly stabbing on METRO Rail arrested after hourlong standoff in The Heights
Read full article: Suspect in deadly stabbing on METRO Rail arrested after hourlong standoff in The HeightsThe suspect in a deadly stabbing on a METRO Rail line has been taken into custody in The Heights Wednesday evening.
Barbie, GI Joe, Nintendo Gameboy and more! Take a nostalgic look inside the Houston Toy Museum
Read full article: Barbie, GI Joe, Nintendo Gameboy and more! Take a nostalgic look inside the Houston Toy MuseumFrom dolls to board games, cars and so much more – this is every kid's dream! Take a walk down memory lane to see toys from the 80’s, 90’s and much more.
The Heights are Alive with the Sound of Music
Read full article: The Heights are Alive with the Sound of MusicYou are never too young or too old to learn and instrument. Vivaldi Music Academy has been bringing the joy of music to peoples lives for a full decade now. With seven locations across the country, including six in Texas, their new location in The Heights is an exciting expansion that brings an opportunity for neighbors of all ages to learn an instrument.
‘We probably got hit 15 to 20 times’: Couple describes ‘unprovoked attack’ while driving home from the Heights
Read full article: ‘We probably got hit 15 to 20 times’: Couple describes ‘unprovoked attack’ while driving home from the HeightsA Cypress couple is traumatized and dealing with a lot of damage after a group of men on bicycles swarmed their car and threw projectiles at it as they tried to drive home Sunday night.
New MKT Trail spur connector linking folks to miles of hike, bike trails
Read full article: New MKT Trail spur connector linking folks to miles of hike, bike trailsA new hike and bike trail is coming to the Heights called the Missouri Kansas Texas Trail Spur Connector, linking folks from the MKT Hike and Bike Trail to Stude Park.
Houston’s Favorite burger place is Christians Tailgate, presented by Karbach Brewing Company
Read full article: Houston’s Favorite burger place is Christians Tailgate, presented by Karbach Brewing CompanyWe asked and YOU delivered! Make sure to grab a burger, and a Karbach beverage, at Christians Tailgate!
Driver slams car into home in The Heights, causing major damage; Neighbors are blaming speed
Read full article: Driver slams car into home in The Heights, causing major damage; Neighbors are blaming speedA car slammed into a home in The Heights on Sunday and neighbors in the area say speed is to blame.
5, 6-year-old kids find loaded gun at restaurant playground in Northwest Houston, parents say; Hear their warning to others
Read full article: 5, 6-year-old kids find loaded gun at restaurant playground in Northwest Houston, parents say; Hear their warning to othersA family in The Heights is asking parents to teach their children about gun safety after their two boys found and picked up a loaded handgun at a restaurant playground during dinner Wednesday.
1 person found dead inside vacant home as firefighters work to put out blaze in The Heights, officials say
Read full article: 1 person found dead inside vacant home as firefighters work to put out blaze in The Heights, officials sayAn investigation is underway after one person was found dead inside what appeared to be a vacant home while firefighters were working to put out a blaze in The Heights Tuesday, officials said.
Solidcore’s high intensity, low impact resistance training a perfect way to get fit for the new year
Read full article: Solidcore’s high intensity, low impact resistance training a perfect way to get fit for the new yearIf you haven’t heard of Solidcore just yet, it’s a full body workout that uses a special piece of equipment made for high intensity and low impact resistance training.
Sharing the history of cider and how it’s brewed, plus some interesting flavors perfect for the fall
Read full article: Sharing the history of cider and how it’s brewed, plus some interesting flavors perfect for the fallRecently cider has been gaining tons of popularity with its cold and refreshing taste, plus it makes for a perfect patio beverage.
HPD: Officer dragged by vehicle, leads to officer-involved shooting in The Heights
Read full article: HPD: Officer dragged by vehicle, leads to officer-involved shooting in The HeightsA police officer was dragged by a vehicle Saturday night leading to an officer-involved shooting in The Heights, according to the Houston Police Department.
Houston rapper Slim Thug, Chick’nCone collab to support education programs for young men
Read full article: Houston rapper Slim Thug, Chick’nCone collab to support education programs for young menHouston rapper Slim Thug partnered with Chick’nCone for a signature meal supporting the nonprofit organization Boss Life Foundation.
Mutiny Wine Room in The Heights brings true taste of Napa Valley to Houston
Read full article: Mutiny Wine Room in The Heights brings true taste of Napa Valley to HoustonHOUSTON – Mutiny Wine Room in The Heights recently celebrated their one-year anniversary, and this neighborhood gem brings you the artistry of wine and food in a relaxed, and stylish setting. Their unique wine-tasting experience will make you feel like you’ve stepped into a traditional vineyard, without actually leaving the city. Mutiny Wine Room has a diverse-yet-manageable 40 to 45-wine bottle list focusing on boutique and small wineries. Owners Emily Trout and Mark Ellenberger’s mission is to transport their guests from the day-to-day. Watch as they chat with Lauren Kelly about their unique wine list, and blind tasting experience.
Some Houston area businesses welcome statewide mask mandate removal, while other others fear backlash
Read full article: Some Houston area businesses welcome statewide mask mandate removal, while other others fear backlashHOUSTON – Masks will no longer be mandatory at Texas businesses starting Wednesday, March 10, per Gov. “Tomorrow I am not going to be enforcing the mask mandate because I think it’s up to the individual,” Contello said. AdShe added that customers can still choose to wear a mask if it would make them more comfortable while shopping. “If you want to stay home, stay home and be safe,” she added. Let’s get our life back on track.”Joseph said he hopes people who may not agree with his stance, not take it out on his restaurant’s employees.
Master gardener gives advice on reviving your garden after the freeze
Read full article: Master gardener gives advice on reviving your garden after the freezeHowever, passionate gardeners like Sue Schwaller understand the heartbreak of seeing your plants after a long freeze. Kornegay swears by the scratch test. That plant’s going to be just fine,” Kornegay said after performing the test on a plant at his shop. Cut the plant’s limbs or leaves only if they do not pass the scratch test or if the parts are mushy, he said. ”You just cut all of those back and those roots will be just fine,” Kornegay said.
Pure Barre - The Heights offers a total body workout for all ages
Read full article: Pure Barre - The Heights offers a total body workout for all agesHOUSTON – Pure Barre offers a unique total body workout for guests all ages. I know you may think it’s just ballet-based barre class, but it’s so much more! Pure Barre is more than just a barre workout, it’s a lifestyle. Their community is a safe space for men and women, plus it’s designed to inspire and empower fitness and lifestyle goals. Pure Barre - The Heights also has an in-studio retail boutique with numerous brands including DYI, who manufactures their clothing right there in the Heights.
Go Easy, self-care boutique, opening in the Heights this summer
Read full article: Go Easy, self-care boutique, opening in the Heights this summerGo Easy, a self-care shop, is making its Houston debut with a new location in The Heights. HOUSTON – A self-care shop is making its Houston debut with a new location in The Heights. “Go Easy is thrilled to bring our unique brand of self-care to Houston. We are so glad we found a home at the MKT development,” said owner Molly Mathias. Go Easy is opening at the M-K-T development at 600 North Shepherd Drive, which is focused on health and wellness programming for women.
Homeowner frustrated with Heights business’s blinking, blaring alarm
Read full article: Homeowner frustrated with Heights business’s blinking, blaring alarm“Blinking lights and it is loud enough to where it hurts your ears on the inside of your home,” Shearer said. Shearer took to social media to share her concerns not only about the alarm but about work crews she says are creating parking problems along the street. Besides having their alarm company disable the outside alarms, they’re also planning to do more. We’re going to talk to our team about how can we not reverse and maybe go forward and forward out,” said Viers. ”We want to work together to make the Houston Heights the best neighborhood in Houston,” said Shearer.
Ask 2: Is the Heights the most elevated area in Houston?
Read full article: Ask 2: Is the Heights the most elevated area in Houston?As part of our Ask 2 series, the newsroom will answer your questions about all things Houston. Question: Is the Heights the most elevated area in Houston? Answer: Although the Heights got its name for its site on high land, according to the Texas State Historical Association, it is not the most elevated area of the Houston metro area. According to a topography map online, the Heights is only around 80 feet elevated, much like other areas within the loop. Meanwhile, areas of northwest Houston outside of the loop tower more than 250 feet above sea level.
Houston church’s Black Lives Matter banner targeted for second time
Read full article: Houston church’s Black Lives Matter banner targeted for second timeHOUSTON – A Houston church community is praying that thieves and vandals stop making them a target. For the second time in two months, someone has destroyed or stolen a Black Lives Matter banner from the front of Resurrection MCC Church on West 11th Street near the Heights. This isn’t the first time someone tampered with a Black Lives Matter sign at Resurrection MCC. “I cannot believe that I just drove by your church and you have the sign of Black Lives Matter,” the voice said. “It matters enough to our congregation and it matters enough to our world right now to say: Black Lives Matter,” said Threash.
Mistakes parents make with their kids’ teeth
Read full article: Mistakes parents make with their kids’ teethThe Heights – Dr. Christopher Chance from Oaks Point Pediatric Dentistry said kids are staying home, eating more snacks and sweets that can lead to cavities. He also thinks their dental hygiene is not as well cared for when parents have the mentality that these teeth will fall out soon anyway. Here are the four most common mistakes he said parents are making with their kids' teeth:Not caring for baby teeth“It’s the foundation for the teeth that are going to come out next, it’s also the foundation for good overall health,” Dr. Christopher Chance said. Chance said, is that children produce more saliva than adults which can wash away bacteria but he encourages kids to drink more water at (and between) mealtime . Help them brush until they’re 8-years-old“That may seem like a long time but I always tell my parents, I say, ‘how comfortable would you be if your child brushed your teeth?’ And most parents say ‘OK yeah I wouldn’t have them brush my teeth and feel comfortable with that,’ so they’re more than likely not brushing their own,” Dr.
Takeout Shoutout: Bellissimo Ristorante in The Heights
Read full article: Takeout Shoutout: Bellissimo Ristorante in The HeightsHOUSTON – Bellissimo is a small family-owned Italian restaurant serving made-to-order pizzas and pasta with a Mexican flair. The food is lovingly created and served-up hot, fresh and with a lot of care. What we love about Bellissimo is the family pride that is baked into every dish they serve. This is soul-saving food cooked by real people who really want you to enjoy yourself. Located in the Heights, this is one family restaurant that deserves your business.
Takeout Shoutout: Hughie’s Tavern & Vietnamese Grill in The Heights
Read full article: Takeout Shoutout: Hughie’s Tavern & Vietnamese Grill in The HeightsHOUSTON – Hughie’s is a fresh, vibrant, and family-owned Vietnamese and American fusion restaurant. Some of those dishes include both the Shaking Beef and Shaking Chicken: both tender and delicious and packing a big-time-flavor-punch. Hughie’s is a place that combines very fresh vegetables with hearty proteins. It is the creativity in the cuisine: exciting flavors cooked infusing Vietnamese and American favorites. Hughie’s Tavern and Vietnamese GrilleAddress: 4721 North Main Street, HoustonPhone: 281-888-9415
Man accused of sexually assaulting woman in elevator at H-E-B tied to other crimes, police say
Read full article: Man accused of sexually assaulting woman in elevator at H-E-B tied to other crimes, police sayHOUSTON – A man accused of sexually assaulting a woman in an elevator at an H-E-B in the Heights appeared before a magistrate judge on Friday. Court records revealed he is the suspect in a different sexual assault case and is a convicted sex offender. The Houston Police Department began canvassing the area after they received reports of sexual assault over the past few days. We learned from personnel that he was seen walking the halls of the building in search of the gym. Kroll is not allowed to live within 900 feet of a school, because he’s a convicted sex offender.
Top 12 burgers in Houston
Read full article: Top 12 burgers in HoustonHOUSTON – Here are the Top 12 burgers in the Houston area, according to Good Taste. Lemon1809 Washington Ave Houston, Texas 713-554-1809 Simplicity at its finest. BuffBurger1014 Wirt Rd Ste 220 Houston, Texas 281-501-9773 Go for the “Avocado Burger” topped with fresh avocado, oven roasted tomatoes, fire roasted poblanos, smoked jalapeno gouda, Fresno chili mayo. Rodeo Goat2105 Dallas Street Houston, Texas 281-853-9480 Try the Chaca Oaxaca. The Burger Joint2703 Montrose Blvd Houston, Texas 281-974-2889 Their burgers are handcrafted with 100% Angus beef, always fresh, never frozen and made to order on a toasted classic style bun.