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Gustin earns Lonestar Degree at FFA State Convention
Hannah Gustin of Jonesboro recently received her Lonestar Degree at the annual Texas FFA State Convention, which was held in Houston this past week. The State Degree, called a Lonestar Degree in Texas, is the highest award the state level organization can bestow upon members. The National FFA Organization states that, of total membership, only three percent of members receive this award based on eligibility requirements.
Thousands of teachers expected in TX for their annual convention
Thousands of educators from across the nation will be in Houston starting this weekend for the American Federation of Teachers annual convention. Before things get underway Monday, more than 100 education professionals will spend some time doing service projects in the Houston area. Sunday, teachers will restore three homes in the city's historic Fourth Ward Freedmen's Town, established by freed Black families in 1865.
A Tragedy In Texas: Smoke Billowed in the Sky as Buc-ee’s Burned
Buc-ee's has become a must-visit in Texas. It was such a fun place to stop that it has expanded beyond the Texas borders and into other states. Of course, this Texas staple had to be shared with others because it is an experience. The first Buc-ee's was founded in Clute,...
Dog with bowl stuck over her head rescued in Texas
July 18 (UPI) -- Police in Texas said a dog seen wandering with a plastic bowl stuck over its head has been captured and freed from her predicament. The Manvel Police Department revealed earlier this week on social media that a yellow lab mix had been seen wandering the community with what appeared to be a clear plastic bowl stuck over her face.
Bala Cynwyd Billionaire Jeff Yass Gives Additional $4M to Greg Abbott’s Campaign
Jeff Yass has donated $4 million to Governor Greg Abbott's campaign, just months after donating a record $6 million. Following a record donation of $6 million in December, Bala Cynwyd billionaire Jeff Yass has given another $4 million to Governor Greg Abbott’s campaign, writes Annie Massa for Bloomberg. The...
‘I think you’ll see a lot of places going down’: Restaurant owner suing CenterPoint warns of future blackouts
A Montrose restaurant owner who is part of a class-action lawsuit suing CenterPoint because of the recent power outages, is speaking to us about the impact having no power for days had on our local food industry. He believes another blackout could shut businesses down for good. Right now, business...
Sunnyside church expecting power bill 10-times the norm after helping Hurricane Beryl victims
HOUSTON – When disaster strikes, the first place many people go is to a church. In Sunnyside, that’s exactly what hundreds did in the days after Hurricane Beryl left well over two million Houstonians in the dark amid triple-digit heat index temperatures. At the First Missionary Baptist Church...
Formerly segregated school for Mexican-American children in Texas becomes national park
The Biden administration on Wednesday formally established a formerly segregated school for Mexican-American students in Marfa as the country's newest national park, making it the third National Historic Site to document the experiences of Latino Americans during the pre-civil rights era. Open from 1909 to 1965, the Blackwell School is...
No. 1 Pick Details ‘Devastating’ Wizards, Rockets Decision
John Wall is still among the most recognizable figures for NBA fans. It’s been six years since his last All-Star campaign, the former No. 1 pick playing just two of the last five seasons. However, in his prime, the former face of the Washington Wizards was arguably the best point guard in the NBA.
Former Cy Young winner is readily available to aid the Astros injured rotation
The Houston Astros have watched their starting rotation take hit after hit thanks to various injuries. They have Justin Verlander, Cristian Javier, Lance McCullers Jr, J.P. France, and Jose Urquidy out entering the second half. That's more almost the entire envisioned rotation for the team. As such, they'll need some reinforcements at the trade deadline.
Houston Housing Authority holds food and resource distribution event
HOUSTON (KIAH) — In the aftermath of Hurricane Beryl, countless Houstonians are still grappling with record-breaking heat, facing food insecurity, and experiencing financial strain. That’s why the Houston Housing Authority (HHA) is stepping up to support the community with free community resource drives and a partnership offering utility bill relief.
REPORT: The Houston Texans Reveal an Encouraging Injury Update on their Elite 4-Time Pro Bowler
The Houston Texans hope their offensive line can have a healthier 2024 campaign after many players battled injuries and missed time in 2023. The Texans had three left tackles, four left guards, two centers, and two right tackles starting last season. Their elite offensive lineman battled an injury all season...
Brian McTaggart On Astros Trading Outfielder: 'Meyers Has More Value'
Brian McTaggart, Astros beat reporter for MLB.com, joins The Matt Thomas Show to recap the 2024 MLB Draft that saw the Houston Astros select Walker Janek, a catcher from Sam Houston State, with the No. 28 overall pick. Janek grew up in Corpus Christi, home of the Astros' Double-A affiliate. The Astros "thought he was the best catcher in the draft," McTaggart said.
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