Daily Archives: March 26, 2013

Don’t forget about apartments

On the subject of how Battleground Texas can achieve its aims, Greg adds a note and some numbers about apartment complexes. I opted to look at one of the most GOP-friendly places in Harris County: HD130 in the northwestern corner … Continue reading

Posted in Show Business for Ugly People | Tagged , , , , , , | 3 Comments

Carl Whitmarsh

From the inbox: Here’s the donation link. I sent a check, because I’m just old-fashioned. Carl has done a lot for Democrats in Harris County for a long time, and he deserves our support in his time of need. Please … Continue reading

Posted in Local politics | Tagged , , , | Comments Off on Carl Whitmarsh

Businesses say they want Medicaid expansion, too

This really comes down to two things. Chambers of commerce representing companies such as Exxon Mobil Corp. (XOM) and Kimberly-Clark Corp. (KMB) are challenging Texas Governor Rick Perry and lawmakers to expand health care for the poor in the state … Continue reading

Posted in Show Business for Ugly People | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , | Comments Off on Businesses say they want Medicaid expansion, too

Why we need flexibility in our parking regulations

Here’s the story of Coltivare. As many of you know, we are in the process of opening Coltivare, our interpretation of an Italian-inspired, American, neighborhood restaurant, at the corner of White Oak and Arlington Streets. Undoubtedly, one of the most … Continue reading

Posted in Elsewhere in Houston | Tagged , , , , , , , , | 1 Comment