/u/therealsloppy - HoustonNewMedia.org https://houstonnewmedia.org/author/u-therealsloppy/ Building "Bridges" Across the Bayou City! Thu, 20 Jul 2023 01:17:10 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8.3 https://i0.wp.com/houstonnewmedia.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/cropped-cropped-Houston.png?fit=32%2C32&ssl=1 /u/therealsloppy - HoustonNewMedia.org https://houstonnewmedia.org/author/u-therealsloppy/ 32 32 103504436 Parents with kids at Poe Elementary: How is it? Is it as well regarded as Harvard and Travis in the Heights? https://houstonnewmedia.org/parents-with-kids-at-poe-elementary-how-is-it-is-it-as-well-regarded-as-harvard-and-travis-in-the-heights/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=parents-with-kids-at-poe-elementary-how-is-it-is-it-as-well-regarded-as-harvard-and-travis-in-the-heights Thu, 20 Jul 2023 01:17:10 +0000 http://houstonnewmedia.org/?guid=12d763927a711465b8d8b0fc5169b6af submitted by /u/therealsloppy [link] [comments]

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]]> 632352 Why are there no high quality , modern, fast casual Indian restaurants in town? Especially in the Loop. https://houstonnewmedia.org/why-are-there-no-high-quality-modern-fast-casual-indian-restaurants-in-town-especially-in-the-loop/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=why-are-there-no-high-quality-modern-fast-casual-indian-restaurants-in-town-especially-in-the-loop Sun, 02 Apr 2023 19:09:02 +0000 http://houstonnewmedia.org/?guid=76f205dda4e580524187b1318452f965 Whereas there are tons of Vietnamese and Chinese options (e.g., Lua Viet and Cooking Girl). Tarka definitely doesn’t count…that’s more like an Indian Chipotle. submitted by /u/therealsloppy [link] [comments]

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]]> 575445 If you had to eat only one Houston hamburger for the rest of your life, what hamburger would that be? https://houstonnewmedia.org/if-you-had-to-eat-only-one-houston-hamburger-for-the-rest-of-your-life-what-hamburger-would-that-be/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=if-you-had-to-eat-only-one-houston-hamburger-for-the-rest-of-your-life-what-hamburger-would-that-be Thu, 23 Feb 2023 20:33:46 +0000 http://houstonnewmedia.org/?guid=2597bb17cb4df8f9378d15739f6b7463 submitted by /u/therealsloppy [link] [comments]

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]]> 554920 [Benny Chows] Critics say the latest Houston concept from Berg Hospitality is insensitive to people of Asian descent https://houstonnewmedia.org/benny-chows-critics-say-the-latest-houston-concept-from-berg-hospitality-is-insensitive-to-people-of-asian-descent/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=benny-chows-critics-say-the-latest-houston-concept-from-berg-hospitality-is-insensitive-to-people-of-asian-descent Sat, 18 Feb 2023 14:40:31 +0000 http://houstonnewmedia.org/?guid=57e8ed8c55e25d3fd1b1c4e62d92827f submitted by /u/therealsloppy [link] [comments]

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]]> 550805 Super chatty cashier @ Montrose Trader Joe’s https://houstonnewmedia.org/super-chatty-cashier-montrose-trader-joes/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=super-chatty-cashier-montrose-trader-joes Sat, 11 Feb 2023 04:32:58 +0000 http://houstonnewmedia.org/?guid=e44ad8c27926b56fe79f1f0edece9585 The guy that works at the first cashier station (he’s always there) REALLY seems to love his job. Cheers to him! Always pleasant and in a great mood while chatting up customers. submitted by /u/therealsloppy [link] [comments]

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]]> 545143 Dallas and Houston are so similar, so why doesn’t Dallas’ food scene get the same level of love as Houston’s, on a national scale? https://houstonnewmedia.org/dallas-and-houston-are-so-similar-so-why-doesnt-dallas-food-scene-get-the-same-level-of-love-as-houstons-on-a-national-scale/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=dallas-and-houston-are-so-similar-so-why-doesnt-dallas-food-scene-get-the-same-level-of-love-as-houstons-on-a-national-scale Thu, 26 Jan 2023 03:27:34 +0000 http://houstonnewmedia.org/?guid=ec5a13ba03d125f18e473a51af03746a submitted by /u/therealsloppy [link] [comments]

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]]> 531097 I keep getting outbid on homes inside the loop! https://houstonnewmedia.org/i-keep-getting-outbid-on-homes-inside-the-loop/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=i-keep-getting-outbid-on-homes-inside-the-loop Mon, 23 Jan 2023 00:52:06 +0000 http://houstonnewmedia.org/?guid=d3ddcd95b5b29ca431c13ffd65a0c34d My offers are always based on comps and usually come in around 5% below asking, depending on the specifics. Aren’t we supposed to be in a buyer’s market with these interest rates?! Granted I’ve never offered asking price, but my offers have never been ...

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]]> 528015 Any comedy shows in Houston tonight? https://houstonnewmedia.org/any-comedy-shows-in-houston-tonight/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=any-comedy-shows-in-houston-tonight Sun, 15 Jan 2023 23:20:06 +0000 http://houstonnewmedia.org/?guid=d0ec736567440d87b5523a8585149c94 I’m in Montrose! submitted by /u/therealsloppy [link] [comments]

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]]> 521893 Is Montrose in the midst of a development renaissance? https://houstonnewmedia.org/is-montrose-in-the-midst-of-a-development-renaissance/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=is-montrose-in-the-midst-of-a-development-renaissance Fri, 21 Oct 2022 15:01:19 +0000 http://houstonnewmedia.org/?guid=c1d5bc9c4c80562f984a1461e82410a6 I can’t remember the last time I’ve seen this many razed lots in a Houston neighborhood that were getting ready to be redeveloped. Disco Kroger lot, Half Priced Books lot, Bacco Wine lot, Snap Kitchen lot, Georgia James lot, Hay Merchant lot, Menil lo...

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]]> 448826 This weather is amazing. But the mosquitos seem to like it as much as we do… https://houstonnewmedia.org/this-weather-is-amazing-but-the-mosquitos-seem-to-like-it-as-much-as-we-do/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=this-weather-is-amazing-but-the-mosquitos-seem-to-like-it-as-much-as-we-do Fri, 30 Sep 2022 00:51:19 +0000 http://houstonnewmedia.org/?guid=90dabcc1dd1db5f5ee72eda089808592 Is anyone’s backyard actually mosquito free right now? Or mostly mosquito free? Mine is swarmed no matter what we do. What’s your secret?? View Poll submitted by /u/therealsloppy [link] [comments]

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]]> 432673 Anyone have one of those mosquito misting systems? https://houstonnewmedia.org/anyone-have-one-of-those-mosquito-misting-systems/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=anyone-have-one-of-those-mosquito-misting-systems Sun, 25 Sep 2022 05:46:21 +0000 http://houstonnewmedia.org/?guid=0c01fe73f3f6e98f02514755bc40f6e2 The one with multiple nozzles that automatically sprays 3 times a day. Are they effective? submitted by /u/therealsloppy [link] [comments]

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]]> 428866 Bike trail connecting Hermann Park with Buffalo Bayou Park https://houstonnewmedia.org/bike-trail-connecting-hermann-park-with-buffalo-bayou-park/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=bike-trail-connecting-hermann-park-with-buffalo-bayou-park Thu, 11 Mar 2021 02:10:02 +0000 http://houstonnewmedia.org/?guid=3419b48c1ccb6ae4ca10387653cda008 I thought I read somewhere that it’s in the works. Can anyone confirm if this is true? And if so, what’s the route. submitted by /u/therealsloppy [link] [comments]

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]]> 114956 Where to buy firewood? I’m in Montrose https://houstonnewmedia.org/where-to-buy-firewood-im-in-montrose/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=where-to-buy-firewood-im-in-montrose Sat, 13 Feb 2021 20:00:31 +0000 http://houstonnewmedia.org/?guid=a37133836a0acbd1a17eefcb6df5f6a3 I haven’t checked HEB or Southland, but I’m assuming they’re sold out. Anyone had any luck? submitted by /u/therealsloppy [link] [comments]

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]]> 109499 More densification coming to Montrose: 701 Richmond https://houstonnewmedia.org/more-densification-coming-to-montrose-701-richmond/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=more-densification-coming-to-montrose-701-richmond Thu, 28 Jan 2021 02:34:37 +0000 http://houstonnewmedia.org/?guid=63c08fe6cefd440efa3c9bcc8179932e submitted by /u/therealsloppy [link] [comments]

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]]> 105781 Boulevard Oaks: would you buy a home backing up to 59? https://houstonnewmedia.org/boulevard-oaks-would-you-buy-a-home-backing-up-to-59/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=boulevard-oaks-would-you-buy-a-home-backing-up-to-59 Tue, 12 Jan 2021 20:51:47 +0000 http://houstonnewmedia.org/?guid=4440550aa2f3e4c88dded1199bd9f5ed submitted by /u/therealsloppy [link] [comments]

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]]> 102152 How does Bamboo Modern Asian Seafood (formerly known as Kam’s) in Montrose stay in business? https://houstonnewmedia.org/how-does-bamboo-modern-asian-seafood-formerly-known-as-kams-in-montrose-stay-in-business/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=how-does-bamboo-modern-asian-seafood-formerly-known-as-kams-in-montrose-stay-in-business Fri, 18 Dec 2020 04:14:33 +0000 http://houstonnewmedia.org/?guid=1063a0cd549ff96f75115ed60030b7d5 It’s ALWAYS empty every time I walk by, including Friday and Saturday nights. It was like this even before COVID. How does a business like this (in a high rent area like Montrose no less!) stay in business? submitted by /u/therealsloppy ...

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]]> 97097 Man shot and killed while jogging in Montrose https://houstonnewmedia.org/man-shot-and-killed-while-jogging-in-montrose/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=man-shot-and-killed-while-jogging-in-montrose Fri, 13 Nov 2020 06:10:11 +0000 http://houstonnewmedia.org/?guid=e03a0487788e11a02f7f50bf26c24ea5 submitted by /u/therealsloppy [link] [comments]

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]]> 89267 Why is the Shell at Montrose & Richmond so much more expensive than the gas stations at Montrose & W Alabama? https://houstonnewmedia.org/why-is-the-shell-at-montrose-richmond-so-much-more-expensive-than-the-gas-stations-at-montrose-w-alabama/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=why-is-the-shell-at-montrose-richmond-so-much-more-expensive-than-the-gas-stations-at-montrose-w-alabama Wed, 04 Nov 2020 00:30:30 +0000 http://houstonnewmedia.org/?guid=895022c0bee1b639ec8299ddb3b3f81e They’re literally a quarter mile apart, and the Richmond Shell is $2.39/gallon for regular unleaded compared to $1.79/gallon at the W Alabama Shell. And the ratio always seems to be right around that for the two locations. That’s 33% more expensive! &...

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]]> 87087 Candente is without a doubt the best Tex-Mex restaurant in the city https://houstonnewmedia.org/candente-is-without-a-doubt-the-best-tex-mex-restaurant-in-the-city/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=candente-is-without-a-doubt-the-best-tex-mex-restaurant-in-the-city Mon, 26 Oct 2020 00:59:33 +0000 http://houstonnewmedia.org/?guid=105dc3b5884e657f2d9b10ee7d89befb Best chips. Best salsas (red and green). Best fajitas. Best flour tortillas. Their margaritas are great, but there’s probably better margs elsewhere. submitted by /u/therealsloppy [link] [comments]

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]]> 84916 Has anyone eaten at Bludorn in Montrose? https://houstonnewmedia.org/has-anyone-eaten-at-bludorn-in-montrose/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=has-anyone-eaten-at-bludorn-in-montrose Tue, 06 Oct 2020 04:10:25 +0000 http://houstonnewmedia.org/?guid=dc80a77a351fd1395a7fa87db4e5a077 Was wondering if they have a patio. I Google’d it and apparently they do, but I can’t seem to find a picture of the patio anywhere... submitted by /u/therealsloppy [link] [comments]

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