Tech is terrific, but knowing neighbors is No. 1 crime-fighting tool By Charlotte Aguilar West University and Bellaire police are cutting-edge when it comes to using technology. West U’s perimeter is circled with a network of license plate-reading cameras, while Bellaire has cameras installed at strategic locations. Both cities are getting frequent “hits” that tell them a … [Read more...] about West U, Bellaire prep for National Night Out, taking safety to the streets
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New look coming for Bellaire Triangle
The Bellaire Triangle — developed in 1959 and seeing a resurgence as a foodie destination — is about to get its first-ever full-scale renovation, according to MC Management and Development and Shop Companies. The project will begin later this year and will be accomplished in phases. When completed, Shop Companies says it will bear traces of the original mid- century modern … [Read more...] about New look coming for Bellaire Triangle
Election 2022: High stakes party battles create midterm energy
Midterm elections can sometimes be sluggish affairs. But with representatives to Congress and the State Legislature and the local state senator on the ballot, the governor and state executives facing re-election, and heated interest in Harris County posts including the county judge and judicial seats — forecasts are for a stronger-than-usual turnout. Bellaire and West … [Read more...] about Election 2022: High stakes party battles create midterm energy
Home sales take summer plunge in Bellaire, West U — but West U prices soar
July’s year-over-year home sale decline in West University and Bellaire far outpaced an overall Houston drop, but West U prices skyrocketed and Bellaire’s held steady. Figures provided monthly to Essentials by the Houston Association of Realtors (HAR) showed a total of 42 homes changed hands in the two cities in July, down from 69 in July 2021. But in West University, the … [Read more...] about Home sales take summer plunge in Bellaire, West U — but West U prices soar
YOUR ESSENTIAL EVENTS CALENDAR: Foodie fest, urban campouts, used books, pumpkins galore
SUBMIT YOUR WEST UNIVERSITY AND BELLAIRE EVENTS TO Charlotte@EssentialsMagazines.com, including date, time, location, contact information (at least one—website/phone/email). May include photo, events poster or logo. Oct. 1 BELLAIRE LIBRARY USED BOOK COLLECTION 10 a.m.-5 p.m. 5111 Jessamine St. 713-662-8160 Clean out those children’s and adult books, paperbacks and … [Read more...] about YOUR ESSENTIAL EVENTS CALENDAR: Foodie fest, urban campouts, used books, pumpkins galore