Galleria-River Oaks, TX|News|
A Galleria Jewelry Institution is Closing Its Doors Forever
Houston's Wexler Jewelry, in business for 97 years, to serve its final customer on December 31
James Brock, Patch Staff
James Brock, Patch Staff
- Houston, TX
James Brock has worked in newsrooms and for publications around the world, including in New York, Paris, Dubai, and Houston. He attended high school in Germany, and graduated from the University of Alabama.
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Houston Heights, TX|News|
It's the Cat's Meow: Get Ready for Houston's First Feline Cafe
A Heights establishment scheduled to open in the spring of 2017 will supply you with lattes and purrs.
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Bellaire, TX|News|
Off the Vine: A Texas Producer Gives an Ancient Grape Some Loving Care
Duchman Family Winery, a Hill Country fixture, releases its 2012 Aglianico
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Houston Heights, TX|News|
Where to Eat in the Houston Area on New Year's Eve: Our Personal List
An Italian institution, a Seabrook Thai treasure, French cuisine, and sushi: This lineup won't steer you wrong.
James Brock, Patch Staff
Galleria-River Oaks, TX|News|
Here's a Perfect Restaurant Dish for Your New Year's Eve Feast
Gulf oysters, bone marrow, seaweed butter, and croutons fried in butter will make you swoon
James Brock, Patch Staff
Houston|News|
It's the Cat's Meow: Get Ready for Houston's First Feline Cafe
A Heights establishment scheduled to open in the spring of next year will supply you with lattes and purrs.
James Brock, Patch Staff
Houston|News|
It's Raining Oil: Houston To Host 2020 World Petroleum Congress
Mayor Sylvester Turner was on hand in Bahrain as delegates voted to stage conference in Bayou City
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Houston|News|
This Houston Roasted Oyster Dish Deserves a Place at the Top of Your To-Eat List
Gulf oysters, bone marrow, seaweed butter, and croutons fried in butter will make you swoon
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Houston|News|
MD Anderson Reports Operating Loss of $102M in First Two Months of Fiscal Year '17
Cancer center has been hurt by restricted insurance coverage and the resulting loss of potential patients
James Brock, Patch Staff
Houston|News|
Exxon's Tillerson, Looking at State Department, Anoints A Successor
Darren Woods, 51, has been with oil giant since 1992; his promotion is sign of continuity at the company
James Brock, Patch Staff
Houston|News|
BP To Move Houston 'Lower 48' Headquarters to Denver
Company says about 200 employees will travel north, leaving 4,300 in the Bayou City
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Houston|News|
Houston Crooner Sundance Head Takes Top Prize on 'The Voice'
Bearded singer bested former child star Billy Gilman, who was favored to win the competition from the start
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Houston|News|
Tractor Trailer Hits I45 Overpass at Cottage Street, Halting Southbound Traffic
Traffic is still moving at a speed of less than 1 mile per hour as cleanup continues.
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Houston|News|
Where to Eat in the Houston Area on New Year's Eve: Our Personal List
An Italian institution, a Seabrook Thai treasure, French cuisine, and sushi: This lineup won't steer you wrong
James Brock, Patch Staff
Houston|News|
Here's the Best Dish to Order in Every State (According to One Source)
Burgers are on the list, of course, and hot dogs and poutine, but the Texas pick is just wrong.
James Brock, Patch Staff
Houston|News|
Rick Perry, Ex-Governor of Texas, is Trump's Pick as Energy Secretary
The two-time failed presidential candidate would lead the department he had vowed to eliminate if his nomination is successful.
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Houston|News|
New Yale Street Bridge To Open in Early 2017, About 10 Months Ahead of Schedule
Preservationists had fought to save the original structure, but project was deemed cost-prohibitive
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Clear Lake, TX|News|
'First Texas White House' Auctioned to Highest Bidder; Was Home to Former Governor
La Porte mansion was built in 1924 and is on the National Register of Historic Places and the Texas Historical Commission
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Houston|News|
The Flavors of Uruguay Sing at This Houston Restaurant
Gianfranco Percovich, a veteran of the food industry, puts meats and wines from his homeland front and center
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Houston|News|
Holiday Shopping Alert: Amazon, Other Retailers Warn Customers About Email Scams
You placed your order but are told you must supply additional information before it can be shipped: Don't do it.
James Brock, Patch Staff
