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As the holidays come to an end, there are several entities offering Christmas tree recycling and disposal drop-offs around the Greater Houston area. Check them out below. This list is not comprehensive. Here’s the list! https://communityimpact.com/houston/katy-fulshear/arts-entertainment/2025/12/23/where-to-drop-off-used-christmas-trees-in-houston?utm_source=newsletter.communityimpact.com&utm_medium=newsletter&utm_campaign=htx-hrm-impact-12-26-2025 Lana Backman

New Year’s Eve in the Houston area means one last chance to shop before 2026 arrives. Whether you’re picking up party supplies or grabbing last minute essentials, knowing which stores are open and which aren’t can save you time and stress. RELATED: 20 Things To Do In Houston For New Year’s Eve From big box […]

National Pizza Day may fall in February, but data shows that the strongest pizza cravings hit much earlier in the year. According to Google search data analyzed by the website Vegas Insider, the single biggest pizza-craving day of 2025 was New Year’s Day. The reasons are not complicated. New Year’s Day combines late nights, hangovers, […]

Christmas Day in Houston doesn’t mean the city shuts down. While some kitchens take the day off, plenty of restaurants keep the lights on, the ovens hot and the welcome warm for anyone looking to skip cooking or keep a tradition alive. RELATED: Stores Open on Christmas Eve & Christmas Day Whether you’re craving a […]

Many grocery stores and other major retailers will be closed on Christmas Day, which includes reduced hours on Christmas Eve. However, there will be several major stores that may have what’s needed for any last-minute holiday shoppers to put the finishing touches together for Christmas dinner or one last gift for under the tree. What’s […]

Wendy’s recent menu changes have stirred up frustration among fans, particularly the switch from whole-leaf romaine to pre-shredded iceberg lettuce. The removal of the Sweet and Sour Sauce sparked an even bigger backlash online. One Reddit user wrote, “Wendy’s just discontinued Sweet and Sour Sauce. I actually cannot believe that this is happening.” Fortunately for […]

Have you seen the viral story about a woman who turned to ChatGPT, an artificial intelligence program, for emotional support after her engagement ended. The AI’s responses provided comfort and guidance, leading the woman to make major life decisions, including ending her relationship and “marrying” the AI in a wedding ceremony. This incident raises questions […]

The holiday season is a time when many people open their wallets a little wider in an effort to bring joy to friends and family. CONTEST: Our biggest Christmas giveaway yet. Win $10,000 for the holidays. From gifts and travel to decorations and festive meals, spending often increases as shoppers look for meaningful ways to […]

Traveling with large dogs is no small feat. Airline rules often force even the best-behaved pups into cargo holds, an option many owners consider unsafe, while private jets remain far too expensive for most people. RetrievAir is reimagining air travel as a pet-first airline, allowing dogs of all sizes (and cats, too) to fly in […]

Life is stressful. And if meditation apps and gym sessions aren’t doing the trick, there’s a softer, cuddlier option gaining fans: cow cuddling. The cozy wellness experience is popping up at a growing number of dairy farms across the U.S., Europe, and beyond. Cow cuddling is the latest agritourism craze, following in the hoofprints of […]

1. Babin’s Seafood House – Christmas feast service (Katy & The Woodlands). 2. Brenner’s Steakhouse – Open with regular menu and holiday prime rib to-go options. 3. Brenner’s on the Bayou – Evening dinner on Christmas Day. 4. Grotto – Italian restaurant open midday/early evening with holiday menu features. 5. King Ranch Texas Kitchen – […]

From light tunnels to Christmas villages, check out these six holiday events happening in the Heights, River Oaks and Montrose areas. This list is not comprehensive, and events are subject to change. M-K-T Holiday Light Tunnels Use the lit-up tunnels that create two twinkling pathways connecting M-K-T to the Heights Hike and Bike Trail as […]