HTX-NCP: Impact 11/7/2025

On Nov. 1, the Uncle Tony’s brand turned 15 years old as owner Tony Marron marked the anniversary since opening his first restaurant in Porter.

The details: Marron now owns two brick-and-mortar locations—one in Porter and one in Spring—and a food truck that operates in Magnolia.

Craving a burger? Uncle Tony’s is known for its “Rattlesnake Burger," which is a patty of Angus beef mixed with pork sausage, jalapenos and onions, sandwiched between a cheddar sourdough bun and topped with Muenster cheese and veggies.

• Uncle Tony’s Cafe, 21898A FM 1314, Porter; Uncle Tony’s Burgers, 314 Sawdust Road, Ste. 108, Spring; Uncle Tony’s food truck, 5447 FM 1488, Magnolia

Several businesses have either recently opened or have other updates to share in the New Caney and Porter area. This list is not comprehensive, and details are subject to change.

Now open
Arbor Rose at Porter—a 276-unit, 13-building apartment complex—is now leasing in Porter. The first units were made available in mid-September, and the rest are estimated to be available by early to mid-November.

• Estimated to be completed by early to mid-November
• 22344 Montgomery Pines Road, Porter

• 22735 Antique Lane, New Caney

Several events commemorating Veterans Day are taking place in the Greater Houston area. These events are listed chronologically and not comprehensive.

Lone Star College Veterans Services 5K Rally Up Run in Kingwood
The event will feature interactive activities including games, refreshments, a coloring flag station and an opportunity to write thank-you notes to veterans.

• Nov. 8, 9 a.m.-noon
• Free

Houston Salutes American Heroes Commemoration and Parade
The traditional Veterans Day ceremony will take place in Downtown Houston with acknowledgements and a keynote speaker. 

• Nov. 11, 10 a.m. ceremony; 11:30 a.m. parade start
• Free (admission) and parking in the Theatre District parking garage

Woodlands Township Veterans Day Tribute
Hosted in partnership with The Woodlands Fire Department, a patriotic ceremony will take place recognizing and thanking those who have served. The event will feature a presentation of colors, musical performances, remarks by local dignitaries and a donation drop-off site where goods will be shipped to troops.

• Nov. 11, 4-5 p.m.
• Free (admission)

Airports in Dallas and Houston are required to begin reducing flights and other operations by 4% on Nov. 7 in response to air traffic controller shortages caused by the federal government shutdown, transportation officials announced Nov. 6.

The details: The cuts will affect 40 "high impact airports" across the country, according to the U.S. Department of Transportation and the Federal Aviation Administration. The affected Texas airports include:

• Dallas Love Field (DAL)
• Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
• William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
• George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)