News from December 2023


Abbott pulls for alma mater UT in College Football Playoff

Governor Greg Abbott has publicly expressed his support for his alma mater, the University of Texas (UT), in the upcoming College Football Playoff. The third-seeded Longhorns are scheduled to face off against the University of Washington (UW) in a New Year's Eve Sugar Bowl matchup. It is worth noting that Steve Sarkisian, UT's current head coach, was once part of UW's coaching staff.


Abbott as new year approaches: May God continue to bless Texas in 2024 and beyond

As the year 2024 draws near, Governor Greg Abbott of Texas looks back on what he deems a fruitful and triumphant year for the Lone Star State. The outgoing year commenced with Abbott, a member of the Republican party, being inaugurated for a third term after defeating Democratic contender Beto O’Rourke in the November 2022 election.


Texans inch closer towards playoff berth with 26-3 win over Tennessee

The Houston Texans recently achieved a season sweep of their American Football Conference (AFC) South rivals, the Tennessee Titans, with a decisive 26-3 victory at NRG Stadium. This crucial win comes on the heels of the Texans' disruption of "Oilers Day" in Nashville just two weeks prior and places Houston one game away from securing a spot in the playoffs.


Law enforcement urges caution among New Year's Eve revelers

The Harris County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) has issued a public reminder of Isaac Newton’s Law of Gravity in relation to the dangerous practice of firing celebratory gunshots to welcome the New Year. Harris County Sheriff Ed Gonzalez and his agency have expressed their preference that no one engages in this activity when the clock strikes midnight on January 1, 2024.


Turner bids farewell to city he led for decade

On his final day in office, Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner bid farewell to the city he had led since 2016. Symbolizing the completion of his work, Turner sat at an empty desk and described his two terms as "a joy of a lifetime."


UT prepares for national semi revenge match against Washington

The University of Texas (UT) Longhorns are gearing up for a pivotal match against the University of Washington (UW) Huskies, a game that could secure them a spot in the College Football Playoff National Championship. This is a situation reminiscent of a decade ago, marking the beginning of the University of Alabama's dynasty.


Hidalgo reminds pet owners to remember fur children this New Year's Eve

Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo has issued advice to New Year's celebrants who are pet owners, urging them to take into account the well-being of their animals during the festivities ushering in 2024. The county judge's office released a graphic detailing tips on how to ensure animal safety on New Year's Eve.


Nordstrom to open Houston store next fall

Seattle-based fashion retailer Nordstrom has announced that Houston will be the next location for one of its new branches. The store, which is to be situated in Texas' largest city, is scheduled to open next fall, as stated by the company.


135 Fifth St., Sugar Land purchased by PUBLIC||MAJESTIC TITLE LLC||HUSSIAN SAAD||SAAD HUSSIAN||SALAM NAFEESA||NAFEESA SALAM

A property at 135 Fifth St., Sugar Land was sold on Dec. 28 by HOLTEN KAREN VAN||VAN HOLTEN KAREN||KAREN VAN HOLTEN||MANUEL JR JAIME||JAIME MANUEL JR||MANUEL BRENDA||BRENDA MANUEL for $213,270. The buyer was PUBLIC||MAJESTIC TITLE LLC||HUSSIAN SAAD||SAAD HUSSIAN||SALAM NAFEESA||NAFEESA SALAM.


602 Kyle St., Sugar Land unloaded by D. R. HORTON - TEXAS, LTD.||DR HORTON TEXAS LTD

On Dec. 28, VARGAS VICTOR||RUMMEL VALERIE||VARGAS VICTOR M||RUMMEL VALERIE M purchased a property at 602 Kyle St., Sugar Land from D. R. HORTON - TEXAS, LTD.||DR HORTON TEXAS LTD.


2607 Oakland Drive, Sugar Land sold on Dec. 28

A property at 2607 Oakland Drive, Sugar Land was sold on Dec. 28 by BUTLER DAVID SCOTT||BUTLER ERIN ELIZABETH for $430,990. The buyer was BUTLER DAVID SCOTT||AS ERIN ELIZABETH BUTLER||SCOTT D||ERIN BUTLER FAMILY TRUST U/A.


SILVA JASON||JASON SILVA||QUICKEN LOANS INC||PUBLIC acquires 7107 Spring Orchard Lane, Richmond, appraised at $60,400

A property at 7107 Spring Orchard Lane, Richmond was sold on Dec. 28 by OGUNSANWO OLUHUKUNOLA||OLUHUKUNOLA OGUNSANWO for $60,400. The buyer was SILVA JASON||JASON SILVA||QUICKEN LOANS INC||PUBLIC.


11406 Ryan Manor Drive, Richmond sold by BABIN KAITLIN RYAN||BABIN PATRICK WAYNE

On Dec. 28, HEAD NATALIE purchased a property at 11406 Ryan Manor Drive, Richmond from BABIN KAITLIN RYAN||BABIN PATRICK WAYNE.


ORTIZ FRANCIX SERRANO||DE SERRANO LUZ ELENA MARTINEZ purchases 16602 Amy Ridge Road, Houston, appraised at $214,920

A property at 16602 Amy Ridge Road, Houston was sold on Dec. 28 by CATAMOUNT PROPERTIES||LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY for $214,920. The buyer was ORTIZ FRANCIX SERRANO||DE SERRANO LUZ ELENA MARTINEZ.


REAL EQUITY TX, LLC||REAL EQUITY TX LLC unloads 3015 N. Main St., Stafford

A property at 3015 N. Main St., Stafford was sold on Dec. 28 by REAL EQUITY TX, LLC||REAL EQUITY TX LLC for $157,200. The buyer was NGUYEN HAN||NGUYEN HAN H.


ZAJAC MATTHEW THOMAS||FGRANTEES MARISSA LAURA ZAJAC buys 2955 Creekway Circle, Missouri City

A property at 2955 Creekway Circle, Missouri City was sold on Dec. 28 by ZAJAC VIRGINIA for $187,120. The buyer was ZAJAC MATTHEW THOMAS||FGRANTEES MARISSA LAURA ZAJAC.


1309 Bernie Ave., Rosenberg sold on Dec. 28

A property at 1309 Bernie Ave., Rosenberg was sold on Dec. 28 by CYNTHIA D. CERVENKA AS TRUSTEE FOR THE TESTAMENTARY TRUST CREATED FOR JOSEPH M. SVEC UNDER THE LAST WILL AND TESTAMENT OF ALICE JANE SVEC, AND CYNTHIA D. CERVENKA AS TRUSTEE FOR THE TESTAMENTARY TRUST CREATED FOR JOSEPH M. SVEC UNDER THE LAST WILL AN||CERVENKA CYNTHIA DIANE||CERVENKA CYNTHIA D||TESTAMENTARY TRUST CREATED FOR JOSEPH M SVEC UNDER THE||JANE ALICE for $370,780. The buyers were OLUFUWA ADEKUNBI T. DAWODU AND||DAWODU ADEKUNBI T||OLUFUWA AKINOLA.


Home sales in Fort Bend County during week ending Dec. 23

There were 97 reported residential sales in Fort Bend County in the week ending Dec. 23, according to BlockShopper.com.


Hobby Area Management District Board of Directors met Oct. 25

Hobby Area Management District Board of Directors met Wednesday, Oct. 25


Memorial City Redevelopment Authority Board of Directors met Oct. 24

Memorial City Redevelopment Authority Board of Directors met Tuesday, Oct. 24