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The Building Texas Show invites viewers to Comfort on November 29, 2025, for the 16th Annual Christmas in Comfort. This festive event features holiday lights, parades, live music, family activities and community spirit, making it the perfect small-town Christmas experience in Texas Hill Country. Support local traditions and create lasting memories.

The Building Texas Show’s latest episode features The Charmadillo, an eco-friendly glamping retreat in Center Point, Texas. Founded by Sarah Rothstein, The Charmadillo has earned national recognition as a top hidden gem destination, blending sustainability, hospitality and small-town charm.

This is an interview with Craig Leeder, who led the restoration of The Ingenhuett on High after a 2006 fire destroyed much of the historic structure. The building, originally constructed in 1890 by Texas architect Alfred Giles.

For Jenkins, supporting her neighbors and preserving the town’s freethinking heritage go hand-in-hand. Her store and her spirit reflect what travelers love most about Comfort — authenticity, warmth, and connection.

In this episode, McKenzie and Ernie sit down to discuss the community’s evolution, the legacy of architect Alfred Giles, and the enduring role of Hotel Giles as both a historic landmark and a gathering place for locals and visitors alike.

LOCOAL launches its first Houston production unit, using RAINMAKER™ tech to turn wood waste into Biochar, Bioliquids, and Biogas. Featured on The Building Texas Show, the project boosts soil health, generates carbon credits, and drives Texas-led sustainability innovation.

Explore how Baker Hill is modernizing community banking with AI, fintech, and digital transformation to keep local banks competitive in today’s tech-driven world. 🚀 #BankingInnovation

Firefly’s Blue Ghost Mission 1 (also known as Ghost Riders in the Sky) successfully delivered 10 NASA science and technology instruments to the Moon’s Mare Crisium basin, marking a significant milestone in commercial lunar exploration.

Want to build a brand that truly connects and scales? 🚀 In this episode of The Building Texas Show, we sit down with Ed Howie, a branding expert and founder of BTY Creative, to uncover the hidden power of brand identity. Ed shares game-changing insights on how businesses can clarify their message, align operations with branding, and create impact.

Discover the heart of Texas Hill Country with The Building Texas Show as host Justin McKenzie spotlights Comfort, Texas, in the latest episode. This charming, historic town—known for its German Freethinker roots and annual Christmas in Comfort celebration—embraces innovation through the transformative Pop-Up Initiative.