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Big Media Plays:

Building Networks, Connecting Communities

At Big Media Plays, we understand that to make a real impact, you have to connect with people where they live. That’s why we have built a powerful local publishing network with two leading independent brands: Community Kites and Houston City Beat. Through Houston City Beat, we capture the authentic pulse of Houston, cutting through the noise to focus on the news, people, and businesses that define our culture and make this city a remarkable place to live.

Our Strength is Our Community.

We don't just report on Houston; we are an active part of it. Our platform is built on a foundation of genuine community engagement, which allows our content to resonate in a way that paid advertising simply cannot match. Our recent performance is a testament to this connection:

Massive Organic Reach: In the 30-day period from August to September 2025, content published on our Facebook page generated over 800,000 impressions—achieved entirely through organic reach.

Engaged Local Audience: Our private Facebook group is a thriving hub for local conversation and commerce, with a membership of over 13,000 people primarily located in the Houston metropolitan area. If you are in the Greater Houston Area, we invite you to join us.  Click Here

Multi-Platform Growth: We are actively expanding our reach beyond social media and are currently developing a dedicated email newsletter to deliver our curated content directly to our most loyal followers.

Our Goal: To Connect and Amplify.

Our mission is twofold. First, we strive to be the leading independent source for community-driven news and storytelling in Houston. Second, we aim to be the most effective bridge connecting local businesses to the engaged audience they need to reach. We are building powerful tools, including our new community newsletter and business directory, to help local entrepreneurs get seen, heard, and supported.