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Where being ‘down to earth’ is a matter of civic pride

April 6, 2023 by Charlotte Aguilar

Your guide to going ‘green’ in Bellaire and West U Focusing on the environment isn’t hard to do in Bellaire and West University this time of year. The temperatures are mild, trees are budding, azaleas and wildflowers are blooming (OK, yes — and the pollen is wafting). Earth Day on April 22 and the weeks leading up to it are full of outdoor events and special programs … [Read more...] about Where being ‘down to earth’ is a matter of civic pride

West U Fathers & Flashlights: Putting the ‘fun’ in fundraising

November 8, 2022 by Charlotte Aguilar

The numbers told an impressive story about the 16th annual Fathers & Flashlights urban campout Nov. 5-6 on the fields at West University Elementary School: 517 youngsters, 250 dads, 240-plus volunteer moms and $137,000 raised for West U parks. Activities included catch-and-release fishing, a T-shirt tie dye station, inflatables, various arts and crafts, visits from exotic … [Read more...] about West U Fathers & Flashlights: Putting the ‘fun’ in fundraising

Spring marks return of outdoor fun in West U

March 15, 2022 by Charlotte Aguilar

The West University Place Parks and Recreation Department is gearing up for its popular Colonial Park Pavilion All Outdoor Event Series and the Easter Spring Festival — all free, family-friendly events throughout the month of April. The three Colonial Park events begin at 7 p.m. April 1 - The Houston Brass Quintet returns to West U to play classic brass band … [Read more...] about Spring marks return of outdoor fun in West U

Finding the joy in sobriety: Christo Mio puts owner’s life lessons into action

September 8, 2021 by Charlotte Aguilar

Text and photos by Charlotte Aguilar Christopher Arcidiacono has assembled a crack team to help him create his new business — but ultimately, it’s his heart and his gut instincts that are guiding him. “An idea that comes from what I’ve lived,” is how he describes it. With roots deep in West University, the 34-year-old’s local knowledge is reflected in the design, menu and … [Read more...] about Finding the joy in sobriety: Christo Mio puts owner’s life lessons into action

Cool stuff — popsicles, first responders and their vehicles — at West U kids’ event

August 17, 2021 by Charlotte Aguilar

West University’s first responders are hosting an end-of-summer meet-and-greet — complete with popsicles and photo opps with them and their emergency vehicles. The event will be held from 5:30-7 p.m. Wednesday (Aug. 18) in the rear parking lot of the West U Police Department, 3800 University Blvd. If bad weather threatens, the status of the event will be updated on the … [Read more...] about Cool stuff — popsicles, first responders and their vehicles — at West U kids’ event

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