What can we expect during Cedar Fever season?The extreme drought of 2022 may have lightened the mountain cedar pollen levels, although La Niña winters often result in some of the heaviest pollen load days and symptoms.

As the holidays end, millions of Americans are giving up alcohol for Dry January.

Often it’s not what you know but who you know.

After several years of staying home, next year is shaping up to be the year of travel.

Have you heard about quiet hiring? If not, you will soon.

Sure, I give presents to friends and family this month – and I make annual donations to my list of nonprofits.

Each year, the Downtown Aquarium’s beloved mascot, Sharkey, hosts one of the most family-friendly New Year’s Eve celebrations in Houston.

As we think about this season’s gifts, we are reminded of all the Gulf of Mexico gives.

Home Bank is committed to serving the needs of the community.

Before popping open the bubbly to bid the year adieu, tackle a few important opportunities to help with next year’s tax bill:• Bang for your buck: Maximize your 401(k) contributions, make after-tax contributions to a Roth 401(k), or convert a traditional IRA to a Roth IRA.

Taking place Dec.26-Jan.

New Year’s Eve is right around the corner, and we’re ready to pop some bubbly.