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TV-radio listings: Oct. 18

Houston Chron.com 10/18 3:00A

Television Col. golf Jackson T. Stephens Cup Golf 3 p.m. MLB Astros at Boston FS1 7 p.m. NFL Buffalo at...

The pandemic’s effect on Latinx youth, & the health of Galveston Bay (Oct. 18, 2021)

Houston Public Media 10/18 12:00A Michael Hagerty

On Monday's show: How COVID-19 has affected Latinx/Hispanic youth, the health of Galveston Bay, and an update on sports.

Engines of Our Ingenuity 2124: A Crystal Ball

Houston Public Media 10/17 7:01P Dr. John Lienhard

Episode: 2124 On Crystal Ballgazing: A 1918 airplane of the future. Today, a crystal ball.

Confederate curiosity: removed Robert E. Lee statue now on display at Texas resort

Houston Chron.com 10/17 5:59P

The bronze sculpture is now at the Lajitas Golf Resort in Terlingua, Texas.

JSC Federal Credit Union eyes broader relevance, competitiveness with new brand

Houston Biz Journal 10/17 1:00A Chris Mathews

More than 1,000 different names were considered before whittling the list down to five of the most welcoming brand names, based on consumer research.

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#MusicMonday: ACL Festival 2021 Brought the Music Back to Zilker Park

Texas Lifestyle Magazine 10/17 10:00P Julie T

After an open arms welcome to ACL Fest, the music in Zilker Park came to an end. More than 100 performers took to the stage representing a wide variety of music genres over the course of the festival...

Shifting viewpoints make for compelling story in The Last Duel

Culturemap Houston Entertainment 10/15 10:35A Alex Bentley

It's easy to forget now, but when Matt Damon and Ben Affleck wrote and starred in Good Will Hunting in 1997, neither actor was well-known. Both had had supporting roles in previous films, but their...

#FoodieFriday: Modern Texas Food at Houston’s Indianola

Texas Lifestyle Magazine 10/14 10:00P Julie T

An intentional exploration of Indianola’s menu from start, to cocktail, to sweet finish will take you on a tour of what makes Houston and Texas great a convergence of culture and flavor. Located in...

Acclaimed Houston designer hosts must-attend Round Top charity event

Culturemap Houston Home + Design 10/14 11:07A Steven Devadanam

For design-minded locals, a trip to Round Top is always in order -- especially for a good cause. Now Houstonians can join a beloved Bayou City interior designer for a lively event featuring music,...

Highly anticipated Houston Zoo Lights makes sparkling holiday return

Culturemap Houston Entertainment 10/14 8:05A Steven Devadanam

A shimmering holiday tradition is making a shiny comeback. Now in its tenth year, Zoo Lights, the outdoor holiday spectacle at the Houston Zoo, is back for its winter run, November 15 through January...

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10 best restaurants and bars for Astros fans to scream for the team

Culturemap Houston Restaurants + Bars 10/15 9:30A Eric Sandler

All over Houston people are donning their finest Astros t-shirts and jerseys as the team prepares to take on the Boston Red Sox for the right to represent the American League in the World Series....

Where to Watch the Houston Astros Take On the Boston Red Sox in the ALCS

Eater Houston 10/15 7:20A Brittanie Shey

Monkey’s Tail and other Houston bars and restaurants will be serving Astros specials, including hot dogs, orange beers, and “F**k the Sox” shots | Monkey’s Tail/Facebook Where to find deals on drinks,...

Top Montrose coffee shop levels up with new coffee and pastry talents

Culturemap Houston Restaurants + Bars 10/15 5:30A Eric Sandler

One of Houston's best coffee shops has added major talent to both its coffee and food offerings. Blacksmith announced it has added veteran barista and bartender Avery Davis as beverage director, while...

One of Austin’s Best Jewish Delis Will Soon Expand to Houston

Eater Houston 10/15 4:14A Amy McCarthy

Get ready for towering pastrami sandwiches and top-notch bagels from Biderman’s Deli Biderman’s, an Austin deli known for its top-notch bagels and Jewish deli staples, is headed to Houston with plans...

The dynamic duo behind Becks Prime, plus a Midtown po'boy 'problem'

Culturemap Houston Restaurants + Bars 10/14 10:30A CultureMap Staff

On this week's episode of "What's Eric Eating," Win Campbell and Molly Voorhees join CultureMap food editor Eric Sandler to discuss Becks Prime. Campbell, the company's CEO, founded the business in...

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8 best Houston t-shirts to root for the Astros in serious style

Culturemap Houston Fashion 10/15 8:42A Julia Davila

Serious baseball fans know the cardinal rule: Thou shalt take October. The Houston Astros advanced -- for the fifth consecutive year -- to the American League Championship Series (ALCS) and the city...

Fall for fab new fashions at Dallas' Highland Park Village

Culturemap Houston Fashion 10/13 9:00A CultureMap Create

After months of dressing down and time spent at home, it is time to update your wardrobe with fall's hottest new arrivals for the busy social and event season ahead. You can find it all at Highland...

What to Buy during the Best-Selling Shopbop Sale

Color and Chic 10/12 11:00P Hoang-Kim

Turn on your JavaScript to view content Who doesn t love a good sale? The sale of the season is here: the Shopbop Sale for spring and summer! This is when I load up on pieces I want to wear throughout...

Strut the catwalk with your pup to benefit Houston SPCA

Culturemap Houston Fashion 10/12 7:30A CultureMap Create

Does your dog dress better than most people? Show them off at Neiman Marcus during a special "Howl-oween"-themed fashion show on October 22, complete with a pro photo to capture their catwalk debut. A...

The Classic Bridal Jewelry I’m Loving for All Things Wedding

Color and Chic 10/11 11:24A Hoang-Kim

One aspect of the wedding I m so excited about is my bridal jewelry! I have been a fan of earrings for the longest time. I started competing in pageants in my early teens and earrings were always a...

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Swim and dive team fundraiser on Saturday

The Cougar Claw (Sports) 10/14 5:26A Natalia Martinez, Senior Writer

Swim and dive will be running a fundraiser on Saturday for the team and the breast cancer foundation at the Tomball Natatorium. They will be holding a Swim/Dive-a-thon, where...

Houston Astros ace Lance McCullers Jr. brings the heat ahead of ALDS

Culturemap Houston Sports 10/6 12:30P Steven Devadanam

Fiery, confident, and a pivotal leader in the clubhouse, Houston Astros star pitcher Lance McCullers Jr. has fiercely battled a potentially career- ending injury (Tommy John, especially brutal for...

Fort Bend football roundup: Panthers shut out Vikings; FBCA wins big in The Woodlands

Fort Bend Herald (Sports) 10/8 10:49P By Ryan Dunsmore rdunsmore@fbher

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Insurance-based smart home technology saves homeowners in more ways than one

Houston Agent Magazine 10/15 3:00A Lindsey Wells

As remote work becomes the new norm for many homeowners, real estate professionals are encouraging clients to consider implementing insurance-based smart home technology into...

Atlanta Realtor named president of AREAA

Houston Agent Magazine 10/14 10:57A John Yellig

Courtesy of the Asian Real Estate Association of America. The Asian Real Estate Association of America named Atlanta Realtor Tim Hur as its next president. Hur is the managing broker and president of...

Houston housing market remains on-course for record year

Houston Agent Magazine 10/14 9:11A Lindsey Wells

The humming Houston real estate market is positioned for a record finish as it heads toward the final quarter of 2021. Buyers kept the market alive this year despite...

HUD now considering climate change when underwriting loans

Houston Agent Magazine 10/14 5:28A Lindsey Wells

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) recently announced a plan that will implement new policies to combat global warming, according to a press release ....

Real estate investor closes on Millionaire Mentorship flip

Houston Agent Magazine 10/13 11:47A Lindsey Wells

A four-bedroom house in the Meyerland community of southwest Houston is set to be renovated and sold as part of a contest hosted by private real estate investor Troy Kearns....

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