Good morning Houston! Your connection to what's happening around town is here. Take a sip of coffee and read on. βοΈοΈ
In today's newsletter:
Houston's Texas Medical Center receives $3M for cancer innovation
Fatal crash in Houston claims the life of a man
Houston Texans secure key player with contract extension
Also on today's calendar: Storytime LIVE at Kiddie Academy of Clear Lake and 8 more events.
Today's riddle: Thereβs a recipe that says, Throw out the outside. Cook the inside. Eat the outside. Throw out the inside. What is the recipe for? π€ (Answer below!)
Weather forecast:
Wednesday: Plenty of sun, with a high of 94 and low of 73 degrees. πΆ Hot!
Thursday: Sun mixing with clouds; humid, temps: high: 95, low: 72.
Friday: Sunny and very warm, with a high of 96 and low of 73 degrees.
π° News we're reading
1. TMC lands $3M grant to launch cancer device accelerator (innovationmap.com) β A new business accelerator at Houston's Texas Medical Center has secured a $3 million grant to support the development of cancer-related medical devices. This initiative aims to foster innovation and improve treatment options for cancer patients in Texas and beyond.
2. Houston police investigate early Tuesday morning fatal crash (fox26houston.com) β A tragic early morning crash in Houston resulted in the death of a 39-year-old man. The incident occurred on South Loop East, and the police are withholding the victim's identity until family notification.
3. Texans Sign DT to 1-Year Extension (cw39.com) β The Houston Texans have signed defensive tackle Tommy Togiai to a one-year contract extension, securing his position through the 2026 season. This move reflects the team's confidence in Togiai's potential after his contributions last season.
4. Man accused of fatally shooting uncle in west Houston (fox26houston.com) β A man has been arrested in Houston for the fatal shooting of his uncle, which occurred last month. The incident, reported by Houston PD, is still under investigation as authorities seek to determine the motive behind the crime.
5. 67-year-old high-risk registered sex offender with 11 felony convictions free on bond after 2 recent arrests (fox26houston.com) β A high-risk registered sex offender, Lionel Coleman, is free on bond after multiple arrests in Houston. Despite his lengthy criminal history, a judge granted him bond, raising public safety concerns among local advocates and officials.
π Upcoming Events in Houston
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Other local events
Hip Hop Yoga and Spoken Word Flow presented by UTHealth Houston
6:30 pm
Is It a Willet? Separating Eastern and Western Willets in the Field
Online
7:00 pm
Piano Men: An Elton John & Billy Joel Tribute at the Marriott Marquis
Marriott Marquis Houston , 1777 Walker St , Houston
8:00 pm
Young Professionals Flappy Hour
Frost Town Brewing , 100 N Jackson St , Houston
6:00 pm
Smart CEOs Summit 2025
Texas Woman's University. , 6700 Fannin St , Houston
8:00 am
CHROMA COLLECTIVE by KAREN NAVARRO
1500 McKinney St , Houston
9:00 am
Movie Night
Czech Center Museum Houston , 4920 San Jacinto St , Houston
7:00 pm
2025 Global One Bank Houston Open Pickleball Tournament
10506 Kinghurst Dr , Houston
8:00 am
Cirque du Soleil - OVO
Toyota Center , 1510 Polk St , Houston
1:00 pm
Falguni Pathak Navratri Garba - Houston
Gujarati Samaj Of Houston, Inc , 9550 W Bellfort Ave , Houston
6:30 pm
π Events Nearby
Yoga Flow M, W, F (50+)
West University Place Community Building and Senior Center , 6104 Auden Street , West University Place
8:30 am
π§π Wee Wednesday Storytime ππ§
West University Branch Library , 6108 Auden St , Houston
10:15 am
Water Aerobics M & W with Shavon (50+) - Rec Center
West University Place Community Building and Senior Center , 4210 Bellaire Blvd. , West University Place
11:00 am
Hatha Yoga with Jean (50+) M, W
West University Place Community Building and Senior Center , 6104 Auden Street , West University Place
11:00 am
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π¬ Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
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I donβt usually share personal things, but I felt led to open up today. Last month, I lost my husband an Army veteran to cancer. Since his passing,β¦ (Nextdoor Wood Shadows North)
Last night we rescued a beautiful pit bull puppy.
We think she accidentally fell into a sewer. If anyone knows who she belongs to or would like to adopt her, we'll keep her for a few days before⦠(Nextdoor Westchase South)
We are thrilled to announce Dr. Anthony Mays as the 2025-2026 Chair of the Texas Urban Council! His leadership will drive equity, excellence &... (X: AliefISD)
HPD investigators would like to speak to the female in this photo. She may have been the victim of a crime on Aug. 28th around 9:15 am on a trail at... (X: houstonpolice)
Molly Maid posted a job opening for Limpieza de Casas/House Cleaner in Houston. Apply here.
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-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Corn on the cob!
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