Puppy Scams Cost Families Thousands Across Texas
A new puppy should bring joy, but for many Texans it has brought costly disappointment instead. Better Business Bureau Heart of Texas is warning consumers after more than 35 puppy scam reports were submitted to BBB Scam Tracker from December 2025 through February 2026, totaling more than $31,000 in reported losses. Pet scams usually start […]
2026 Home Improvement Tips
Create a Budget. Most home improvement projects end up being over budget by 10%. To avoid costly surprises during the process of improving your home, be sure to reserve 10-15% of your budget to cover unknown expenses. Get Multiple Estimates. It’s important to meet with at least three contractors and request detailed estimates in writing from […]
Scam Alert: Home title fraud
Home title fraud happens when someone obtains the title to your property and changes ownership from your information to theirs. The scary part is, you may not even realize it has happened until it’s too late. How the Scam Works: Scammers will choose a house, sometimes a second home, rental or vacant house. They then […]
April Brings Attention to Autism
April is National Autism Awareness Month. Awareness months are helpful because they bring public attention to issues facing many of our friends and families and autism is no different. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the medical term for Autism is Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), which is described as a group of […]
National Diabetes Awareness Month
Every year the month of November is recognized as Diabetes Awareness Month. The purpose of this month is to raise awareness regarding the disease since millions of Americans live with diabetes. According to the American Diabetes Association, 37.3 million Americans have diabetes. Additionally, 96 million people are categorized as pre-diabetic which is a condition where […]
Breast Cancer Awareness 2025
Each year, the month of October is recognized as Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Spearheaded by the National Breast Cancer Foundation, this annual initiative serves to raise awareness about breast cancer and offer support to those impacted by the disease. The National Cancer Institute estimates that there will be 297,790 new cases of breast cancer in […]
September 2025 -Suicide Prevention Month
September is recognized as Suicide Prevention Month. According to the National Alliance on Mental Illness, suicide is the second leading cause of death among people between the ages 10-34. In addition to this, suicide is the 12th leading cause of death in the United States. Along with this, the National Alliance on Mental Illness reports […]
Nature Tourism in the Coastal Bend
The Coastal Bend is one of the top tourism destinations in the State of Texas. This is in great part due to our region’s many historical, cultural, and coastal attractions. With the summer travel season well underway, I would like to spend some time discussing the different components of the tourism industry in our region. […]
National Mental Health Awareness Month
Each year, May is designated as National Mental Health Awareness Month. This awareness month began to educate communities about mental health conditions and provide support along with resources to those individuals living with mental illness. Millions across the country are affected by mental illness each year. According to the Texas Statewide Behavioral Health Coordinating Council, […]
BBB – What to know about IRS impostors and tax preparation fraud
The season for filing 2024 taxes began on Jan. 27, and while some Texas residents are planning on submitting their own returns, others are reaching out to reputable tax preparers for assistance. With roughly three months remaining until the fling deadline of April 15 for general tax returns, Better Business Bureau reminds residents to be […]