🌱 New Inclusive Aldine Park + Cold Front Brings Storms, Winds

Houston TX

11 December, 2021

4:36 AM

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Happy Saturday, people of Houston! Here's everything you need to know about what's happening today in town. First, today's weather: Not as warm. High: 70. Low: 45. Here are the top stories today in Houston: An inclusive new county park in Aldine is welcoming Houstonians of all abilities. James Driver Inclusive Park opens this weekend and includes features that increase accessibility to all children. (CultureMap Houston)Another weekend cold front is moving through the Houston area early Saturday morning. The system is bringing with it a line of showers and storms as well as colder temperatures and gusty winds this weekend. (Houston Patch)A star thanks to his time with the made-for-television rock band The Monkees, Houston native Michael Nesmith died Friday at the age of 78. He died of natural causes, according to his family. (Associated Press)The Crosby football team's season ended in heartbreak with a loss to Liberty Hill in the state semifinals. The Cougars couldn't repeat their victory over the Panthers from last season, when they triumphed in an instant classic to advance to the state title game. Crosby head coach Jerry Prieto said he was proud of where the seniors have taken the program the last few years and challenged the underclassmen to raise that standard even higher. (Houston Patch) The Coca-Cola Holiday Caravan is swinging through Houston this weekend. The caravan features a festive red truck decked in lights and holiday décor, and families can take photos with Santa to take home for free. (stylemagazine.com) Today in Houston: Catch Santa cruising through West University. (9 a.m.) Shenandoah Holiday Farmer/Artisan Market Fest at 8888 Metropark Drive. (10 a.m.) The 4th Annual Christmas Bar Crawl for Toys for Tots at Unicorn Disco. (4 p.m.) College Basketball Doubleheader: The Battleground 2k21 at Toyota Center. (4:30 p.m.) Skate/Dance Saturdays at Discovery Green. (8:30 p.m.) From my notebook: Houston Texans: "We are mourning the tragic passing of Demaryius Thomas and sending our deepest condolences to the Thomas family and his loved ones. Rest In Peace, DT." (Instagram) Houston Texans: "Coach Culley announced QB Davis Mills will start for remainder of the season." (Facebook) Houston Fire Department: "With the temperature dropping into the 30s & 40s this weekend, the Houston Fire Department urges citizens to be careful and follow some simple safety tips when using space heaters, fireplaces and other heating sources." (Facebook) Houston Museum of Natural Science: "Sit down with the Houston Museum of Natural Science at 2 p.m. and 3 p.m. Saturday for Storytime with Santa as St. Nick himself reads us his favorite book, 'The Dinosaurs' Night Before Christmas.' After each reading, Santa Claus will autograph each copy of 'The Dinosaurs' Night Before Christmas' purchased during the reading and chat with the children." (Facebook) From our sponsors — thanks for supporting local news! Events: Houston Early Music: Now Make We Joy! (December 12) Add your event Loving the Houston Daily? Here are all the ways you can get more involved: Send a friend or neighbor this link so they can subscribe Get your local business listed in front of readers Send me a news tip or suggestion at [email protected] You're officially in the loop for today. See you all tomorrow morning for another update! — Jeffrey Perkins About me: Born in San Antonio, I was raised in Arkansas but got back to Texas as soon as I could to attend Texas A&M University, where I earned a bachelor's degree in Telecommunication Media Studies. I started my journalism career as a copy editor at The Eagle in Bryan, Texas, in 2014 and later became the high school sports beat writer for the paper. My seven years at The Eagle strengthened my passion for journalism, and I love getting to know people and telling their stories, both on the field and off. I've seen firsthand the importance of hyper-local journalism in a community, especially in an eventful 2020, when I helped with news coverage and design in addition to my high school athletics beat responsibilities. I joined Patch in 2021 as Texas Field Editor for the Conroe-Montgomery County area. I welcome your questions, comments and story ideas! Please contact me at [email protected] or (479) 264-5801.