Mildred Holmes News Today

The continuing saga of the Hermann estate scandal was a shocking lesson in how Houston’s most-respected philanthropists, civic leaders, and biggest deal makers had abused their power.

Tom Holmes gets $65 an hour and mileage reimbursement for his work, though he soon may have to raise his rates because of gasoline prices. His truck and tools are ready to go at a moment’s notice.

In a nondescript shopping plaza off John Stark Highway in Newport, there is a storefront with a simple sign in black capital letters: MILLIES.It is easy to overlook. But for members of Millie’s Place, it is an integral part of their lives and...