Shop Handmade Holiday Gifts From 16 Local Creators at Midtown Houston’s Mistletoe Market
An outdoor NYC-style holiday market extravaganza complete with colorful decor, handmade holiday gifts, and treats for the whole family is on the way. This December, Midtown Houston residents and visitors can enjoy a curated selection of holiday-themed vendors, artisans, and performers at the annual Mistletoe Market. Sixteen local creators will display their unique gifts amidst […]
Small Business Saturday Spotlight: All the Feels Shop in Midtown Houston
Every year since 1963, National Small Business Week has recognized the critical contributions of America’s entrepreneurs and small business owners. We know that small businesses need our support now more than ever as they navigate, retool, and pivot from the effects of the pandemic. One local shop in Midtown Houston shared their story of opening […]
Part 4: Affordable housing in Houston’s Greater Third Ward
From single-family homes to apartments for seniors to multi-family housing, the Southeast Affordable Housing Initiative is meeting the growing need for affordable housing in Houston’s Greater Third Ward/OST area. In Part 4 of our video series on the unique affordable housing program being coordinated by the Midtown Redevelopment Authority and the Center for Civic and […]
How Can I Qualify to Buy an Affordable Home?
From the beginning, Midtown Redevelopment Authority (MRA) and Center for Civic & Public Policy Improvement (CCPPI) have been committed to making the dream of an affordable, safe, well-constructed home possible for Houstonians who have difficulty making this a reality. There is a desire for these homes to go to long-time residents, so the rich […]
Getting Around with Ease in Midtown Houston: Updates on the Caroline Street Reconstruction Project
(Caroline Street Reconstruction Project in Progress) Imagine a roadway designed for the safety and convenience of pedestrians, bicyclists, and motorists alike. Then add in some beautiful aesthetics. What you’ll wind up with is the new Caroline Street. The roadway heavily used by people traveling to Houston Community College by foot, bicycle, or car is getting […]
Part 3: Affordable Housing in Houston’s Greater Third Ward
The path to homeownership is different for everyone. In Part 3 of our video series on the unique affordable housing program being coordinated by the Midtown Redevelopment Authority and the Center for Civic and Public Policy Improvement, we hear from a former prison inmate who turned his life around and became a proud homeowner in […]
Celebrate These Hispanic-Owned Businesses in Midtown Houston Year-Round
(photo via Gloria’s on Facebook) As Hispanic Heritage Month comes to an end, we want to remind you to celebrate minority-owned businesses year-round. Midtown Houston has a number of exceptional restaurants, retail stores, and professional services owned and operated by Hispanic individuals. We want to draw your attention to these hidden gems and local favorites. […]
Safer Commuting and Stunning Surroundings Headed to Caroline Street in Midtown Houston
(rendering by Design Workshop) Caroline Street in Midtown Houston provides connectivity for pedestrians, bicyclists, and motorists traveling between the Central Business District and Houston Community College- Central Campus. With this in mind, the Midtown Redevelopment Authority (MRA) designed the Caroline Street Reconstruction Project to create a vibrant corridor that balances the needs of transportation, […]
Get to Know Your Local Law Enforcement at National Night Out and Coffee with a Cop in Midtown Houston
This October, you can meet and mingle with local law enforcement at two events hosted at Midtown Houston parks. During National Night Out, neighbors, Midtown staff and law enforcement officers gather to share ideas and get to know one another. Coffee With a Cop similarly offers residents an opportunity to initiate conversations with the […]
Part 2: Affordable Housing in Houston’s Greater Third Ward
Affordable, modern, luxury is a perfect description for the affordable homes being built in the Greater Third Ward/OST area. In Part 2 of our video series on the unique affordable housing program being coordinated by the Midtown Redevelopment Authority and the Center for Civic and Public Policy Improvement, we talk with one of the […]
Part 1: Affordable Housing in Houston’s Greater Third Ward
Empty lots are being turned into affordable housing in Houston’s Greater Third Ward area. In part one of our video series on this unique program being coordinated by the Midtown Redevelopment Authority and the Center for Civic and Public Policy Improvement, we take a look at how the program got started. Midtown Redevelopment Authority: midtownhouston.com/affordable-housing […]
Homeownership is within reach even if there are credit issues
There is a sense of pride and satisfaction that comes from walking through the front door of your own home for the first time. Getting to that point, however, can often be confusing, complicated and scary. This is especially true for first-time homebuyers with credit blemishes, low credit scores or other life challenges. A […]