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Big names tee up for Texas Children's Houston Open golf tournament

For over seven decades, the Texas Children’s Houston Open has been a cornerstone event in the world of professional golf. But beyond the fairways and greens, this PGA TOUR tournament stands as a beacon of philanthropy, making a lasting impact on the community through its charitable efforts.

The details
Taking place March 27-March 30 at Memorial Park Golf Course, this year’s Texas Children’s Houston Open promises thrilling competition and an enhanced fan experience. Spectators will have the chance to witness elite golfers battle for supremacy while enjoying a variety of ticketing options.

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The Venue Hopper pass is an excellent choice for those looking to elevate their tournament experience. This pass grants access to two exclusive venues strategically positioned at the most exciting holes on the course. Ticket holders can enjoy all-inclusive food, non-alcoholic beverages, and full-service bars where alcoholic beverages are available for an additional charge. The featured venues include:

Chord Energy Club – 15th Green: Known as the “loudest hole in Texas,” this venue offers a vibrant atmosphere with raised patio seating, multiple bars, and lots of food areas. Positioned just left of the challenging Par 3, it is a prime spot to watch key moments unfold.
Michelob Ultra Club – 16th Green: A double-decker venue located on the right of the green on the Par 5 16th hole, providing fans with an incredible view of golfers attempting to reach the peninsula-shaped green in two strokes or strategically laying up.

For those who prefer a more traditional golf experience, General Admission tickets provide access to all public areas of the course, allowing fans to follow their favorite players or settle into a prime viewing spot. There's also a fantastic perk for families: Children 15 and under attend for free!

Plan your parking in advance here.

A star-studded lineup
The Texas Children’s Houston Open is set to feature an incredible roster of world-class golfers, including Scottie Scheffler (World No. 1), Rory McIlroy (World No. 2), Wyndham Clark (World No. 7), Matt Fitzpatrick (past U.S. Open champion), Tony Finau (past champion and World No. 26), Nick Dunlap (Rookie of the Year), and fan favorite Rickie Fowler.

With such an elite field, fans can expect top-level play and unforgettable moments on the course. See the course map here.

A tournament that gives back
One of the defining aspects of the Texas Children’s Houston Open is its commitment to giving back. The tournament directly benefits a variety of causes, making a profound impact on the community. Through its charitable initiatives, the event supports educational programming for schools, scholarships for inner-city youth, financial aid for parents of children with life-limiting conditions, and improvements to golf courses for public enjoyment.

A significant highlight of the tournament’s philanthropic efforts is the “Birdies for Charity” program. This initiative allows donors to contribute and designate their donations to specific causes, ensuring that funds are directed where they are most needed.

The event also proudly partners with the Houston Astros, further strengthening its community outreach and impact.

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It's a star-studded lineup.

For the fans
Throughout the tournament, fans can look forward to exciting giveaways:

Thursday, March 27: First 3,000 fans receive a Countrywide Mortgage golf towel
Friday, March 28: First 3,000 fans receive a Cadence Bank divot repair tool
Saturday, March 29: First 3,000 fans receive a Texas Children’s Hospital fanny pack

Additionally, fans can enjoy live music after the trophy ceremony on Sunday, March 31, with Adrian Michael and the Greenway Band closing out the event in style.

Join the excitement
Whether you’re a die-hard golf fan or just looking for a fun and philanthropic way to spend a weekend, the Texas Children’s Houston Open — with its thrilling competition, premier hospitality, and a strong commitment to charitable giving — is the place to be.

Secure your tickets today and be part of a tournament that combines world-class golf with community impact.

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New Selena documentary shows never-before-seen footage of Tejano singer

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Selena y Los Dinos was produced by her siblings Suzette and A.B. Quintanilla.

In the 30 years since Tejano singer Selena Quintanilla-Pérez's death, her legacy has lived on through her music, multiple biographic films, a TV series, and her dedicated fanbase worldwide. A new documentary produced by her family now delves deeper into the personal life of the young woman at the height of her stardom, with big career aspirations and a deep love for her inner circle.

Selena y Los Dinos, which premiered at South by Southwest (SXSW) in Austin on March 12, reveals a never-before-seen look into Selena's life through home footage, past interviews, and new interviews with her family members, her husband, and bandmates. SXSW badge holders and public presale ticket holders had the chance to see the premiere at the Paramount Theatre, and at additional screenings on March 14-15.

Viewers were impressed. The film won the audience award — with voting open for 30 minutes after each screening — in the 24 Beats Per Second category, which focused on musical stories. Also in the category were other documentaries as well as some narrative features. Last year's winner was Faders Up: The John Aielli Experience, which followed the life and career of one of Austin's all-time most-loved radio hosts.

Selena y Los Dinosshares personal, but not invasive, details about Selena's upbringing and her rise to fame alongside her brother, A.B. III, and sister, Suzette, in the 1970s-'80s. It describes a family rising above financial hardship in the name of making music, while also battling sexism in the Tejano music scene. Selena's role as the lead singer and Suzette's as the band's drummer challenged norms and were met with more challenges in return.

The film also gives an in-depth look at the integral part each member played in the band, with A.B. as the Dinos' producer, Chris Pérez as the guitarist, Ricky Vela as the keyboardist, Pete Astudillo as a backup vocalist. A.B., Vela, and Astudillo all had a hand in writing Selena's songs, with "Dame Un Beso" as the band's first standout hit when the singer was just 15-years-old.

Viewers — many dressed in Selena-branded shirts or jackets — laughed with the singer as she told jokes or made sarcastic comments in home videos or behind-the-scenes during interviews, and smiled as she graced each stage with her radiant energy and belted out flawless vocals. Attendees also cried as her family members recalled where they were on March 31, 1995, the day Selena was shot and killed by her former fan club president, Yolanda Saldívar.

At the time of her death, Selena was in the middle of recording her highly anticipated English crossover album, which had been a longtime goal of hers. When the title track, "Dreaming of You," was released posthumously five months after her death, A.B. admitted that it was the song he could never bring himself to listen to, stating that the beginning notes on the piano were all it took to bring him to tears. But the song became one of Selena's biggest hits, spending 20 weeks on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, peaking at No. 22 in 1995.

Selena y Los Dinos feels like a love letter to the late singer from her siblings, parents, her widower, and her bandmates. The vulnerability they expressed while sharing their stories was at times heartwrenching, but many of their memories illustrated Selena's bright personality, her strong will, and her drive to succeed. Her death at just 23-years-old devastated the world, but she continues to live on in the hearts of her fans and through her family.

Cinetic Media is handling sales of the film; it currently has no release date.

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