Daily Archives: December 8, 2007

Runoff day is today for Council and HISD

Posted on December 8, 2007 by Charles Kuffner

The 2007 election season comes to an end in Houston (but not in Texas – see more in a minute) today as the City Council and HISD runoffs take place, with polling places open from 7 AM to 7 PM. … Continue reading → Continue reading →

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20 years of Lights in the Heights

Posted on December 8, 2007 by Charles Kuffner

It’s Lights in the Heights time again, with today being the 20th anniversary of this most excellent neighborhood festival. I give you Marty Hajovsky for most of what you need to know. The best place to start is the WHCA’s … Continue reading → Continue reading →

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RIP, Otto’s Bar B Que

Posted on December 8, 2007 by Charles Kuffner

Via Swamplot, the original Otto’s Bar B Que restaurant on Memorial near Detering will soon serve its last meal. The storied Otto’s Bar B Que & Hamburgers restaurant, known to be favored by former President George Bush, will be demolished … Continue reading → Continue reading →

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