Buffalo Bayou

Woolpert Senior Vice President Melvin Spinks Named 2024 Houston Area Engineer of the Year

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Wednesday, December 20, 2023

HOUSTON, Dec. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Houston Engineers Week Committee has named Woolpert Senior Vice President Melvin Spinks as the 2024 Houston Area Engineer of the Year. The award recognizes engineers who have made significant contributions to both the profession and Houston area. It will be presented in February during Houston Engineers Week and National Engineers Week.

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  • Spinks has helped shape stormwater design policies and criteria throughout the Houston area for over three decades.
  • HOUSTON, Dec. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Houston Engineers Week Committee has named Woolpert Senior Vice President Melvin Spinks as the 2024 Houston Area Engineer of the Year.
  • The award recognizes engineers who have made significant contributions to both the profession and Houston area.
  • It will be presented in February during Houston Engineers Week and National Engineers Week.

Houston Hospitality Alliance Appoints Jonathan Horowitz as President

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Friday, September 29, 2023

Celebrating 60 years of unwavering commitment and service to the city’s hospitality industry, the Houston Hospitality Alliance (HHA), an independent trade organization formerly known as the Greater Houston Convention and Visitors Bureau, is proud to announce the appointment of HHA’s inaugural president, Jonathan Horowitz.

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  • Celebrating 60 years of unwavering commitment and service to the city’s hospitality industry, the Houston Hospitality Alliance (HHA), an independent trade organization formerly known as the Greater Houston Convention and Visitors Bureau, is proud to announce the appointment of HHA’s inaugural president, Jonathan Horowitz.
  • As a seasoned leader in the hospitality sector, Horowitz brings a wealth of invaluable experience to guide the organization toward an even brighter future.
  • “We have taken significant strides this year to position the Houston Hospitality Alliance for success in its next chapter,” says Reginald L. Martin, Chairman of HHA’s Board of Directors.
  • The Houston Hospitality Alliance extends heartfelt gratitude to its dedicated board members who work tirelessly to represent and highlight the diversity of the hospitality and tourism industry in America's fourth-largest city.

Grundfos Sponsors Walk for Water Event on Oct. 29 Benefitting Water Mission

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Tuesday, October 18, 2022

Today Grundfos , a global leader in water technology and services, announced the 2022 Walk for Water event on Oct. 29, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Buffalo Bayou at Allen Landing, Houston.

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  • Today Grundfos , a global leader in water technology and services, announced the 2022 Walk for Water event on Oct. 29, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Buffalo Bayou at Allen Landing, Houston.
  • In partnership with Houston Public Works, this event benefits Water Mission , a nonprofit Christian engineering organization that has helped more than 5.7 million people gain access to safe water.
  • For 12 years Walk for Water was held as a corporate event by Grundfos and for the first time, it is open to the public with the goal of raising awareness about the global water crisis as well as increasing donations to Water Mission.
  • Participants walk a 5-gallon water jug 1.5 miles, fill it up with water and then walk the heavy, full jug back 1.5 miles.

BUFFALO BAYOU PARTNERSHIP ANNOUNCES KINDER FOUNDATION'S $100M CATALYST GIFT TO ACCELERATE BUFFALO BAYOU EAST MASTER PLAN

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Tuesday, September 27, 2022

HOUSTON, Sept. 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The non-profit Buffalo Bayou Partnership (BBP) announces that its Buffalo Bayou East Master Plan will become a reality thanks to a historic public-private partnership anchored by a $100 million gift from Kinder Foundation, which is leveraging another $210 million of public and private investments. This visionary plan integrates new bayou parks, trails, housing, cultural destinations, and infrastructure improvements into Houston's Greater East End and Fifth Ward neighborhoods.

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  • HOUSTON, Sept. 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The non-profit Buffalo Bayou Partnership (BBP) announces that its Buffalo Bayou East Master Plan will become a reality thanks to a historic public-private partnership anchored by a $100 million gift from Kinder Foundation, which is leveraging another $210 million of public and private investments.
  • "Buffalo Bayou Partnership is honored that the Kinder Foundation is entrusting our organization to steward this extraordinary gift," says Anne Olson, Buffalo Bayou Partnership President.
  • "There is a rich history and a valued culture along Buffalo Bayou east of downtown, and Buffalo Bayou Partnership is to be commended on the decades spent in the community laying the groundwork for this plan," stated Rich Kinder, Chairman, Kinder Foundation.
  • "The City of Houston is grateful to the Kinder Foundation for this generous investmentthat will accelerate the Buffalo Bayou East Master Plan, pending City Council approval.The visionary plan will enhance our community for Houstoniansand visitors.

Houston, TX Welcomes everbowl's First Food Truck

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Monday, March 21, 2022

As part of its massive expansion throughout Texas, everbowl has rolled out its first-ever food truck serving healthy food to Houstonians looking to fuel their active lifestyles with delicious, vitamin and antioxidant-rich superfoods.

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  • As part of its massive expansion throughout Texas, everbowl has rolled out its first-ever food truck serving healthy food to Houstonians looking to fuel their active lifestyles with delicious, vitamin and antioxidant-rich superfoods.
  • The everbowl food truck will be available for special appearances at events and private parties throughout the area.
  • No matter the size of the event, small or large, the everbowl food truck is a fun, healthy experience guests will love.
  • When it's not participating in special events, festivals, and concerts, the truck will assume permanent residence in El Patio at Mason food truck park at 1431 South Mason Road in Katy, TX.

Energy Corridor District Announces Tree Lighting Event and Donations Honoring First Responders and Healthcare Workers as Part of Giving Tuesday

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Tuesday, November 30, 2021

On Wednesday, December 1, 2021, The Energy Corridor District is hosting its Inaugural Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony, powered by Shell Energy.

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  • On Wednesday, December 1, 2021, The Energy Corridor District is hosting its Inaugural Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony, powered by Shell Energy.
  • The Tree Lighting Ceremony event kicks off The Energy Corridor Districts Annual 12 Days of Christmas , which provides The Energy Corridor District the opportunity to honor our first responder partners and healthcare workers, while providing $20,000 in funding to non-profit organizations that impact the Energy Corridor.
  • Elijah J. Williams, Executive Director of the Energy Corridor District, commented:
    The Energy Corridor District is excited to host our Inaugural Holiday Tree Lighting event, as part of our Annual 12 Days of Christmas.
  • The Energy Corridor District (District) is an advocate for one of Houstons premier business centers and destinations.

Hanover Opens VIP Waitlist for Two New Multifamily Properties in Houston’s Autry Park

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Thursday, June 17, 2021

VIP waitlists for Hanover Autry Park , a 23-story high-rise with 324 units, and Hanover Parkview , an 8-story mid-rise with 422 units, are now open.

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  • VIP waitlists for Hanover Autry Park , a 23-story high-rise with 324 units, and Hanover Parkview , an 8-story mid-rise with 422 units, are now open.
  • With the unique location and caliber of Hanover properties, high demand is to be expected.
  • The upscale destination connects Houstons nearby River Oaks to downtown, the Galleria, and Montrose and opens a spectacular gateway to Buffalo Bayou Park.
  • Preleasing of Hanover Autry Park, 811 Buffalo Park Drive, and Hanover Parkview, 3737 Cogdell Street, is expected mid-summer.

Mill Creek Announces Groundbreaking of Modera Washington

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Tuesday, August 11, 2020

HOUSTON, Aug. 11, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Mill Creek Residential, a leading multifamily developer and operator specializing in premier apartment communities across the U.S., today announced the groundbreaking of Modera Washington , a mixed-use apartment community located along Washington Avenue amidst one of Houston's most arts-centric locales.

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  • HOUSTON, Aug. 11, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Mill Creek Residential, a leading multifamily developer and operator specializing in premier apartment communities across the U.S., today announced the groundbreaking of Modera Washington , a mixed-use apartment community located along Washington Avenue amidst one of Houston's most arts-centric locales.
  • Situated at 2520 Washington Avenue, Modera Washington will sit immediately adjacent to the Old Sixth Ward Historic District and approximately one mile north of recently revitalized Buffalo Bayou Park.
  • Modera Washington , which will possess a fresh and modern aesthetic, will offer studio, one- and two-bedroom homes with den layouts available.
  • Modera Washington represents one of several Mill Creek communities currently under development in Houston, joining Modera Six Pines in The Woodlands.

Richard's Rainwater Announces Partnership With Buffalo Bayou Brewing Co. In Houston To Expand Bottled Rainwater Initiative

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Thursday, June 25, 2020

Richard's Rainwater is teaming up with Buffalo Bayou Brewing Co. in Houston, Texas to collect rain for its new line of sustainably packaged still rainwater in cans.

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  • Richard's Rainwater is teaming up with Buffalo Bayou Brewing Co. in Houston, Texas to collect rain for its new line of sustainably packaged still rainwater in cans.
  • This partnership is the first of multiple new facilities planned to be operational by the end of 2021.
  • "We are thrilled to partner with Buffalo Bayou Brewing Co. to bring rainwater collection to Houston," said Richard's Rainwaterpresident Taylor O'Neil.
  • ABOUT BUFFALO BAYOU BREWING Co.
    Buffalo Bayou Brewing Co. was founded in 2011 by Rassul Zarinfar and Ryan Robertson as an effort to bring Houston the type of beer they both love to drink.

Phunware Partners with Midway and MKT Consulting to Unveil Premium Mobile Experience for Buffalo Heights

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Tuesday, September 3, 2019

This agreement represents a partnership with Midway , a real estate investment and development firm, MKT Consulting , a fully integrated building system design firm, and the Company.

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  • This agreement represents a partnership with Midway , a real estate investment and development firm, MKT Consulting , a fully integrated building system design firm, and the Company.
  • The mobile application portfolio will empower residents and tenants of St. Andrie and One Buffalo Heights to easily manage everything they do around the property from a single interface.
  • We are honored to partner with Phunware to elevate the shopper, tenant and guest experience at Buffalo Heights, said Manny Thapar, President at MKT Consulting.
  • Buffalo Heights is an exceptionally high quality, mixed-use district, ideally located in proximity to Houstons Buffalo Bayou Park, Memorial Park, The Heights, Washington Avenue Corridor and Downtown.