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Ultrasound technology offers way to peek into brain’s molecules
A clinical trial will use a non-invasive, ultrasound-based technology to better understand how Parkinson’s disease develops and progresses at the molecular level. The technology, developed by researchers at Rice University in Houston, allows proteins to flow from the brain into the bloodstream, and was previously used in a mouse study to assess the delivery of gene therapy based on gene products from a small number of brain nerve cells, or neurons.
Olympian Shelby McEwen discusses victory
HOUSTON - Olympian Shelby McEwen, an Abbeville, Mississippi native and Houston, Texas resident, brought home a silver medal in the high jump. His highest jump was 2.36 meters. For context, that's over 7 and a half feet tall. FOX 26 Houston is now on the FOX LOCAL app available through...
Texas Workforce Commissioner gives his backing to the Pharr Global Business Hub
PHARR, Texas – Texas Workforce Commissioner Alberto Treviño, III, says the Pharr Global Business Hub will benefit not only the Rio Grande Valley but the whole of Texas. Labor’s representative on the Texas Workforce Commission attended the official opening of the hub on Aug. 15. In an interview with the Rio Grande Guardian, Treviño said the new facility is designed to help bring in international businesses as well as strengthen current businesses in the Valley.
This Is Why Austin Is Now Shrinking Among Texas Boom
Austin, Texas had an incredible run of growing annually for 20 years, but as of the most recent data, the capitol of the Lone Star State has experienced its first year of outgoing population since the year that immediately following the attacks on 9/11. What is possibly the most surprising about Austin and Travis County going down in net migration is it happened during the biggest population boom in history as Texas gained about 9 million new residents between 2020 and 2022 according to this Forbes article.
Live Action Gaming Arrives In The Woodlands — TikTok Sensation Activate Makes Gaming Physical and Puzzling
The MegaGrid room is the largest of Activate Gaming's rooms, and has plenty of space for groups of five. Activate, a live action gaming venue and TikTok phenomenon, is opening in The Woodlands today (Friday, August 16). This is the second Activate in the greater Houston region, with a Katy Activate already open. Two locations in the Dallas area also opened earlier this year.
The Vision — The Woodlands Has Come a Long Way In 50 Years, Following the Blueprint of Original Founder George Mitchell
George Mitchell always had a firm future-looking vision of what The Woodlands could and should be. (Photo courtesy of The Cynthia and George Mitchell Foundation) Editor’s note: With The Woodlands’ 50th anniversary almost here, PaperCity is showcasing some of the top stories featured on TheWoodlands.com that bring the first five decades of this pioneering master planned community to life. This is the first story in a new series with PaperCity reporters given an inside look at what shaped and continues to shape The Woodlands.
Mega Millions Win Confirmed by Texas Lottery
If you were to ask a "man on the street" question to random adults walking the streets of Lufkin, Tyler, Longview, or Beaumont about lottery games to play the overwhelming reply would be Powerball. That game has woven its brand into pop culture through the years. But, the game you and other Texas Lottery players should be paying attention to, at least for the next few days is Mega Millions.
Missouri & Texas in Hilarious Argument About Who Has Best BBQ
This is a disagreement that I predict will not end soon if ever. Who has the best BBQ? Both Missouri and Texas believe they are superior and they are in a heated yet hilarious online argument. I was alerted to this BBQ "discussion" by the Missouri sub-Reddit. I'm not sure...
Texas Lottery Prize Winner Now Claims Massive Jackpot Anonymously
Austin, Texas has a new millionaire amongst its ranks of nameless faces after they won a massive jackpot in the Texas Lottery, and now we know what they plan on doing with their winnings. People often get super excited once the jackpots on games like Mega Millions and Powerball begin to reach the 9 figures, and some people nearly lose their heads once those jackpots eclipse the 10 ($1 billion) digit threshold.
Ken Paxton sues Biden administration for including misgendering someone as workplace harassment
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton filed his second lawsuit against the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission and the Justice Department over the EEOC granting protections to transgender people in the workplace. Paxton, a Republican, filed his lawsuit on Thursday, arguing the agency’s guidelines clarifying what constitutes harassment include not allowing an employee to use the bathroom […]
BEWARE: Parvovirus B19 Spreading In Texas Here Are The Symptoms
According to News Week, residents of Texas need to be very mindful of Parvovirus B19 increasing and spreading not only through the great state but all through the US. This virus is a common child illness that can cause a rashing face, also known as "slap cheeks disease." WHAT THE...
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