Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month 2024: A Conversation with Urias Merino

As part of this year’s Hispanic Heritage Month celebrations, Midtown Houston is excited to present a new sign wrap at Bagby Park titled “You Can’t Say Houston, Without Us (Shaping The Future Together)” by local artist Urias Merino. We had the privilege of sitting down with Urias to discuss his work and the inspiration behind […]

Houston Hispanic Icons Honored in Midtown Houston Public Art

Houston continues to be lauded as one of the most diverse cities in the country. As such, we proudly  celebrate the rich, diverse cultures that make our city so special year-round. This month and next, we’re spotlighting Houstonians of Latin descent for National Hispanic Heritage Month.  In honoring this month, we want to start by […]

Part 6 – Affordable Housing in Houston’s Greater Third Ward

Vanessa Hodder describes owning her own home in Houston’s inner city as a dream come true. It’s a place where she feels safe and secure. In Part 6 of our series about the affordable housing program offered by the Midtown Redevelopment Authority and the Center for Civic and Public Policy Improvement, Vanessa explains how the […]

An Introduction to Jaime Giraldo, Midtown Houston’s Security Coordinator

  Since the creation of the Midtown Management District (MMD), the volunteers of the Public Safety Committee have worked tirelessly to address safety concerns in Midtown Houston.  Midtown has four law enforcement agencies, private security, and one patrolling agency working as the eyes and ears of the community every day. These officers engage the community […]

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 […]

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 […]

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, […]

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