Coffee in hand, Houston? We've got the latest town updates for you. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☕️️ In today's newsletter:
Rothko Chapel's art restoration after Hurricane Beryl
Houston Catholics pray for first American pope
Houston VA nurse faces indictment over false records
Also on today's calendar: Dining in the Dark: A Unique Blindfolded Dining Experience at Weights + Measures and 12 other events.
Today's riddle: What do you call a pig that does karate? 🤔 (Answer below!)
Weather forecast:
Tuesday: Sunshine, breezy and warmer, with a high of 96 and low of 74 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
Wednesday: Mostly sunny, breezy and hot, temps: high: 97, low: 75.
Thursday: Partly sunny, hot and humid, with a high of 94 and low of 77 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
1. Rothko Chapel to restore Beryl-damaged artwork with grant funding (houstonpublicmedia.org) — Houston's Rothko Chapel will restore artworks damaged by Hurricane Beryl with a grant from Bank of America. The restoration highlights the chapel's cultural importance and the impact of extreme weather on Houston's heritage.
2. Houston Catholics attend special Mass to pray for Pope Leo XIV (fox26houston.com) — Houston Catholics gathered at the Co-Cathedral of the Sacred Heart for a special Mass to pray for Pope Leo XIV. The event highlighted local excitement about the first American pope and his potential impact on the church.
3. Former Houston VA nurse indicted, accused of lying on VA records about checking on patient who died (click2houston.com) — A former nurse at the Houston VA Medical Center has been indicted for allegedly falsifying records about patient checks, which led to a tragic death. The nurse, Christiana Ogbonnaya, could face severe penalties if convicted.
4. Former Texans receiver Stefon Diggs makes it official, sitting courtside with Cardi B at Knicks game (houstonchronicle.com) — Stefon Diggs, former Houston Texans receiver, confirmed his relationship with Cardi B by appearing together at a Knicks game. Diggs, who played for the Texans last season, was traded from the Buffalo Bills and had a notable, albeit short, stint in Houston.
5. Texas high-speed rail ‘not moving anywhere anytime soon' amid lawmaker opposition (fortworthreport.org) — High-speed rail initiatives in Texas, including the Dallas to Houston line, face significant legislative hurdles. Lawmakers express concerns over private property rights and financial transparency, stalling progress on these ambitious transportation projects.
🗓 Upcoming Events in Houston
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Slum Village
Rich's Houston, 2401 San Jacinto St, Houston
5:00 pm
Dining in the Dark: A Unique Blindfolded Dining Experience at Weights + Measures
Weights + Measures, 2808 Caroline St, Houston
6:00 pm
Arisi - Grains of Rice produced by Indian Performing Arts Samskriti
Miller Outdoor Theatre, 6000 Hermann Park Dr, Houston, TX, 77030,
8:30 pm
NOT FIGHTING TONIGHT: Managing Conflict Within Your Relationship
The Antidote - A Better You, 5757 Woodway Dr, Houston
9:00 am
Silent Mini Retreat With Resident Teacher Gen Tsoglam
1110 Lovett Blvd, Houston
10:00 am
Houston Markets for Makers
POST Houston, 401 Franklin St, Houston
11:00 am
🍊Citrus Fest & FARMER MARKET-Energy Corridor
1520 Eldridge Pkwy, Houston
3:00 pm
My Mind Is My Business 2025
Four Points by Sheraton Houston Intercontinental Airport, 1450 N Sam Houston Pkwy E, Houston
5:00 pm
2025 Houston Scotch Whisky Society Spring Spirits & Drams Delight
5:00 pm
Ice Nine Kills
House of Blues Restaurant & Bar, 1204 Caroline St, Houston
6:00 pm
Natalia Lafourcade
The Hobby Center for the Performing Arts, 800 Bagby St, Houston
8:00 pm
The Wiggles
Bayou Music Center, 520 Texas Ave, Houston
6:00 pm
🗓 Events Nearby
Christian Business Luncheon
Lone Star College - Tomball Beckendorf Conference Center, 30555 Tomball Parkway, Tomball
11:30 am
Staying Active - Tips for Maintaining a Healthy Lifestyle
D. Bradley McWilliams YMCA at Cypress Creek, 19915 State Hwy 249, Houston
5:00 pm
Band Concert
Pershing Middle School , Houston, TX 77025
6:00 pm
BHE Roar Store
Bunker Hill El , Houston, TX 77024
12:00 am
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