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Dealing with spike in mosquitoes following Hurricane Beryl and recent storms
Hurricane Beryl created the perfect storm for an issue you may notice if you step outside.Southeast Texas neighbors are sharing images of what's on their property more than a week after Hurricane Beryl came through -- images not of debris but of mosquitoes.One Brazoria County neighbor said she's never seen it this bad. Harris County's Mosquito and Vector Control Division said there's a reason you may be seeing so many mosquitoes."We are into the week where we will start seeing development, we'll start seeing changes. We'll start seeing an increasing number of mosquitoes coming up," Harris County MVC director Dr....
Mosquito woes post-Hurricane Beryl increase spraying efforts in Missouri City, Brazoria County
MISSOURI CITY, Texas – As if we don’t have enough to deal with post-Hurricane Beryl—mosquitos are making it insufferable. Many residents across the Houston area have seen an uptick in those pesky and annoying insects. In response, Missouri City officials are responding to the situation by increasing...
League City Parkway expansion continues
The extension of League City Parkway between Friendswood and League City reached a significant milestone as the expansion project was completed, marked by a ribbon-cutting ceremony on July 15. (Rachel Leland/Community Impact) The extension of League City Parkway between Friendswood and League City reached a significant milestone as the expansion...
Manvel opts against price controls, cautions residents on price gouging following hurricane
Manvel City Council members voted against controlling prices on a number of essential items for sale within the city at their July 15 meeting, saying they didn’t feel like price gouging had been a concern in the city following Hurricane Beryl. (James T. Norman/Community Impact) Manvel City Council members...
Clear Creek water polo team will hold an alumni on August 3
The Clear Creek water polo team will hold an alumni on August 3 beginning with warmups at 10:00 am. Scrimmages begin at 11:00 am and will continue through 2:00 pm. Brandon C. Williams, The Post Newspaper's editor, has been a presence in Galveston County for much of his 33 years in media. He began his career as a sportswriter for The La Marque Times in 1990 and became the paper's first-ever sports editor in 1991. After receiving a host of accolades from the Texas Press Association for his work, Brandon then attended Southwest Texas State, where he served as the sports editor of the school's paper, The University Star along with working with the SWT athletic department. Among his travels in journalism, Brandon served as Sports Editor of both The Texas City Sun and Galveston County Daily News. He was a copy editor/general assignments writer for the Houston Chronicle and covered the Houston Texans' first playoff season as a writer for CBSSports.com. He also worked at Fox Sports Net in satellite operations. Williams began writing with The Post Newspaper in August 2009 and became a contributor to the paper's sports section. He became more of a full-time presence in 2018 and moved to Associate Editor before being named Editor in October 2019. Born in Galveston, raised in Texas City and a graduate of La Marque High School, Brandon's heart has always belonged to Galveston County. Beyond his writing, Williams has also played the role of Santa Claus for the City of La Marque's annual Christmas Parade of Lights since 2017. "Life has led me throughout the country, but it has always led me back Home. I guess that's where God wants me to be." --Brandon C. Williams.
League City Calls for Heroes, Donate Blood and Save Lives at the Johnnie Arolfo Civic Center Drive
League City's local heroes come in all shapes and forms, but this Thursday, they have the chance to don a unique cape — or rather, a limited-edition Olympic-themed t-shirt. The Johnnie Arolfo Civic Center is transforming into a lifeline hub for Texans in need, as it hosts a Community Blood Drive on July 18, where residents can donate blood to help save lives.
City of Hitchcock · Brush pick-up is starting today.
City of Hitchcock · Brush pick-up is starting today.Please be mindful of the workers and the trucks in the area. You may have to wait or detour areas. The trucks will have large arms and claws that can and will reach across the roadway and the ditches. Be extra careful. [...]
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