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In today's newsletter:
NBA YoungBoy's concert in Houston draws high ticket demand
Join the celebration of Vietnamese culture in Houston
Marine veteran shot in northwest Harris County
Also on today's calendar: Dueling Pianos Show and 9 more events.
Today's riddle: Did you know Santa had only eight reindeer last Christmas? - Huh? π€ (Answer below!)
Weather forecast:
Saturday: A stray afternoon t-storm, with a high of 93 and low of 75 degrees. πΆ Hot!
Sunday: A couple of t-storms; humid, temps: high: 84, low: 72.
Monday: Mostly sunny and less humid, with a high of 89 and low of 71 degrees.
π° News we're reading
1. NBA Youngboy performs this weekend in Houston. Here's what tickets are selling for. (houstonchronicle.com) β NBA YoungBoy is set to perform at the Toyota Center in Houston this weekend, with resale tickets starting at $251. The concert is part of his MASA Tour, and ticket prices vary significantly across platforms.
2. Can Derrick and Tessa correctly guess these boba tea flavors? How you can join in on the fun at Viet Cultural Fest (click2houston.com) β Houston is preparing for the Viet Cultural Fest, a vibrant celebration of Vietnamese culture at NRG Center on September 20, 2025. The festival will feature food, performances, and activities, honoring the contributions of Vietnamese Americans.
3. 28-year-old Marine Veteran shot, left for dead outside northwest Harris County apartment complex (click2houston.com) β A tragic incident unfolded in Houston as a 28-year-old Marine veteran was found shot and left for dead in northwest Harris County. Investigators are seeking information about the case, offering a reward for leads.
4. Houston Barnett Stadium: Authorities respond to incident during high school football game (fox26houston.com) β An incident at Barnett Stadium during a high school football game led to chaos as fans fled due to fights. Fortunately, no serious injuries were reported, and authorities are investigating the situation.
5. Houston cosmetics company accused of releasing 100 gallons of coconut lotion into White Oak Bayou (houstonpublicmedia.org) β A Houston cosmetics company, Immacule Lab, faces felony charges for allegedly discharging 100 gallons of coconut lotion into White Oak Bayou. The incident raises environmental concerns as the substance could harm local wildlife and water quality.
π Upcoming Events in Houston
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Dueling Pianos Show
Home Run Dugout , 1220 Grand W Blvd , Katy
8:00 pm
Isaiah J. Thompson Quartet Produced by DACAMERA
Miller Outdoor Theatre, 6000 Hermann Park Dr, Houston, TX, 77030
8:00 pm
Hatha Yoga presented by UTHealth Houston
1500 McKinney St , Houston
9:00 am
Summer Intern Student Showcase 2025
Czech Center Museum Houston , 4920 San Jacinto St , Houston
12:00 pm
Fort Bend County's First VetConnect Day
Fort Bend County Epicenter , 28505 Southwest Fwy , Rosenberg
12:00 pm
Living from Our Soul: a 12 Week Journey to Peace & Happiness thru Meditation
Carmel Temple , 1208 Pennsylvania St , South Houston
12:15 pm
International Women's Festival
Midtown Park , 2811 Travis St , Houston
3:00 pm
Bohumil Hrabal Book Club
Czech Center Museum Houston , 4920 San Jacinto St , Houston
3:00 pm
DeeBaby with EBK Jaaybo
Toyota Center , 1510 Polk St , Houston
7:30 pm
American Psycho
Zilkha Hall , Hobby Center for the Performing Arts , 800 Bagby St #300 , Houston
2:00 pm
Cirque du Soleil - OVO
Toyota Center , 1510 Polk St , Houston
1:00 pm
π Events Nearby
Tomball Farmers Market Weekly All local farmers market
Greater Tomball Chamber of Commerce , 205 W. Main Street , Tomball
9:00 am
TOMBALL ART MARKET
Greater Tomball Chamber of Commerce , 403 Commerce Street , Tomball
9:30 am
Japan Festival 2025 β Japan-America Society of Houston
Miller Outdoor Theatre , 6000 Hermann Park Dr , Houston
10:00 am
Will Carter Band
Rice University , 6100 Main St , Houston
1:00 pm
CD Cover Art
Contemporary Arts Museum Houston , 5216 Montrose Blvd , Houston
2:00 pm
Houston Cougars at Rice Owls Football
Rice Stadium , 6100 Main St , Houston
6:00 pm
One Night, Endless Impact: A Heartfelt Evening Empowering Women
Hanover Southampton , 5122 Morningside Dr , Houston
6:30 pm
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