HTX-SLM: Impact 10/3/2025

Shad Bogany will challenge incumbent Sonya Brown-Marshall for Missouri City City Council’s At-Large Position 1 seat in the upcoming Nov. 4 election.

Bogany is a real estate broker and seasoned radio show host, while Brown-Marshall is a business executive, commercial real estate broker and licensed Realtor.

Going forward: The election will take place Nov. 4 with early voting running from Oct. 20-31, according to the Texas Secretary of State’s website. The deadline to register to vote is Oct. 6. 

Bernardo Pitel Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, a training facility offering authentic instruction under the guidance of world-renowned Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu champion Bernardo Pitel, is celebrating its first year of business in Missouri City.

The gist: According to its website, the academy offers classes tailored for both beginners and advanced students, with adult programs including:

• Gi classes, which utilize the traditional uniform and focus on techniques such as grips, positional control and submissions
• NoGi classes, which are ideal for those interested in mixed martial arts, self-defense or refining their grappling skills in a faster-paced environment

According to a Sept. 26 press release, Target has launched a first-of-its-kind accessible self-checkout experience designed for guests with disabilities, including those who are blind or have low vision.

The self-checkouts will roll out nationwide beginning this holiday season and in early 2026 as part of Target's ongoing checkout improvements, according to the release.

What to expect: Per the release, the innovation is a guest-first design that primarily supports people who are visually impaired while supporting those with motor disabilities.

The technology works with Target’s existing self-checkout system and includes:

• Braille and high-contrast button icons
• A headphone jack with adjustable volume controls
• Physical navigation buttons and a dedicated information key