Local Volunteers Deliver Sweet Dreams to Houston Kids
All children deserve a safe and comfortable place to lay their heads but so many in Houston do not even have their own bed. Sleep in Heavenly Peace is a group of local volunteers who are doing their bit to make sure no child sleeps on the floor in Houston.
Here is a look at improvement projects in the Westchase District
You may have noticed a lot of roadwork by the West Beltway and Westpark Tollway in the Westchase District. Most of this construction kicked off in 2019 with the new reconstruction of Walnut Bend and then the work came on Westheimer, which carries METROโs busiest local bus route. Most recently, a small but crucial bike connection was finished.
Residents spot coyotes in Houston-area neighborhood
HOUSTON โ Neighbors arm themselves after coyotes spotted along the Westchase walking trail. Several coyotes have been spotted along a popular walking trail in the Westchase area. AdTexas Parks and Wildlife officials say coyotes live all around us and they are not going anywhere. โYouโre going to raise your arms up, youโre going to make yourself look larger, youโre going to yell youโre going to speak assertively,โ said Simon to help scare off coyotes. Simon says can also take a picture of the coyote sighting and let Texas Parks and Wildlife officials know where it is.
20-year-old man on Autism spectrum last seen in Westchase a week ago
Calvin Rashall was last located on Dec. 10 in the Westchase area of Houston. HOUSTON โ A 20-year-old man on the Autism spectrum is missing the Houston area, according to his family. Calvin Rashall was last seen Dec. 10 in the Westchase area. His family believes Rashall is a suicide risk after being off his medication. Rashallโs family said he is bipolar and functions cognitively and socially at about the level of a 14-year-old child.
Man and mother of 3 fatally shot at apartment complex in SW Houston; gunman on the run: Police
HOUSTON โ Police are investigating after they said a man and a mother of three were shot to death at an apartment complex in southwest Houston Monday. Detectives said a man and woman were shot several times and their bodies were found by a dumpster. โThere was a lot of people trying to help render aid.โโShe was a great mother. Houston police said a witness said a black Chrysler 200 fled the scene at a high rate of speed immediately after the shooting. Anyone with information in this case is urged to contact the HPD Homicide Division at 713-308-3600 or Crime Stoppers at 713-222-TIPS.
Caobao Hot Steamy Buns brings Chinese fare to Westchase
A new Chinese and halal spot, offering bubble tea and more, has debuted in the neighborhood. Located at 11805 Westheimer Road, Suite 340, in Westchase, the new addition is called Caobao Hot Steamy Buns. According to the business's Yelp page, Caobao Hot Steamy Buns serves up "bao or baozi โ soft, steamed buns stuffed with savory or sweet fillings." With a five-star rating out of seven reviews on Yelp so far, Caobao Hot Steamy Buns is on its way to developing a local fan base. Caobao Hot Steamy Buns is open from 11 a.m.โ8 p.m. on Tuesday-Sunday.
What apartments will $1,000 rent you in Westchase, this month?
Data from rental site Zumper shows that the median rent for a one bedroom in Westchase is currently hovering around $803. The building boasts secured entry and assigned parking. 9801 Meadowglen LaneNext, there's this two-bedroom, two-bathroom apartment located at 9801 Meadowglen Lane. Building amenities include on-site laundry and secured entry. When it comes to building amenities, anticipate outdoor space, a swimming pool and secured entry.