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In today’s edition:

• 🏢 One City Center with $26.5 Million Investment

• ⚾️ Houston Astros Retire No. 13

• 🪧 Union Pacific Police Investigate “Be Someone” Sign

— Sagar

Thoughts?

One City Centre Set for a Major Makeover with a $26.5 Million Transformation

Big changes are coming for One City Centre, the familiar office tower located near Main Street in downtown Houston.

The building is set to undergo a major renovation that will convert it into a residential complex with more than 550 apartments.

The project, which is expected to start next year, will also include corporate-style hotel suites, bringing a unique blend of living and working spaces to the heart of the city.

This $26.5 million transformation aims to breathe new life into the downtown area, especially as office vacancies have been on the rise.

Turning an aging office building into vibrant residences not only revitalizes the skyline but also helps create a livelier community with people living, working, and hanging out downtown.

It’s part of a bigger trend to rethink city center spaces and welcomes a fresh vibe to Houston’s urban living scene.

What Else?

Historic Travis Street Building in Downtown Houston Sold for Future Redevelopment
A well-known building at 414 Travis Street in downtown Houston has been sold to a local developer. Plans are underway to transform the space, although details on the project timeline and design are still coming together. Read more 

Astros Retire Billy Wagner’s No. 13 Jersey After Hall of Fame Induction
Billy Wagner, once handed the infamous No. 13 as a joke, is now an Astros legend with his number officially retired. The ceremony celebrated his stellar 16-year career and Hall of Fame honor, marking him as one of Houston’s all-time greats. Read more

Union Pacific Police Investigate New “Be Someone” Sign on Houston Bridge
Union Pacific police are digging into who painted the latest “Be Someone” message on a railroad bridge near downtown Houston, sparking some graffiti charges. Most locals, though, want to keep the inspiring sign, seeing it as a positive city symbol despite the legal drama. Read More

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Monday, August 18

No Major Events

Tuesday, August 19

Life of Pi (Touring) Tickets at Hobby Center (details)
7:30 pm | Hobby Center

The Grounding Hour: Yoga for Mind & Body (details)
6:30 pm | Discovery Green

Wednesday, August 20

Houston River Oaks Speed Dating Event for Singles Ages 28-40 (details)
6:30 pm | Pinstripes Italian Cuisine, Bowling, & Bocce

Thursday, August 21

Majh in Montrose (details)
6:00 pm – 9:00 pm | Hotel Saint Augustine

Beyond Bone Broth: Tonkotsu Ramen Tasting With Tsujita Artisan Noodle (details)
6:00 pm | Asia Society Texas Center

Friday, August 22

Happy Hour Friday (details)
5:00 pm – 8:00 pm | Nancy and Rich Kinder Building

Ellis Bullard Live (details)
8:00 pm | Goode Co. Armadillo Palace

Mariachi Festival: Mariachi Imperial de America & more (details)
7:00 pm | Wortham Center

Bricoleur Vineyards Wine Dinner (details)
6:30 pm | One Allen Center

Mark Winters (details)
7:30 pm | House of Blues Houston

Saturday, August 23

Adios Summer Fiesta (details)
1:00 pm – 5:00 pm | Lyric Market

Buffalo Bayou Bat Colony Boat Tour (details)
7:45 pm – 9:15 pm | Waugh Bridge Bat Colony

Happy Birthday Houston 2025 (details)
1:00 pm – 5:00 pm | The Heritage Society at Sam Houston Park

Mariachi Festival: Mariachi 7 Leguas & more (details)
7:00 pm | Wortham Center

The Dinner Detective: Murder Mystery Dinner Show (details)
6:00 pm | Hilton Houston Plaza Medical Center

Urban Harvest Farmers Market (details)
8:00 am – 12:00 pm | Urban Harvest Farmers Market

Sunday, August 24

East End Farmers Market (details)
10:00 am – 2:00 pm | Navigation Esplanade

Mariachi Festival: Mariachi Mariposas & more (details)
3:00 pm | Wortham Center

The Stars Resonate – a Live Multisensory Concert of Music and Visual Arts (details)
4:00 pm | MATCHBOX 3

Sacred Echoes (details)
7:30 pm | St. Thomas Episcopal Church

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