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Texas’ Child Protection System is Failing our Children
Vicki Spriggs Vicki Spriggs, Texas CASA CEO Texas is in the midst of a crisis that, if not addressed with the highest urgency, will create lasting damage for generations to come. Children removed from...
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Record 17.5 million traveled to Houston in 2015
HOUSTON – The number of visitors to Houston reached 17.5 million in 2015, up from 14.8 million the year before, according to data released this week by Houston First Corporation. The record new...
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‘Medigap’ insurance covers what Medicare doesn’t
By Bob Moos, Southwest public affairs officer, U.S. Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services If you’re about to turn 65, you may be shopping soon for a health plan that covers the costs that...
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Fort Bend County to Debut Enhanced Search Tool for Easier Location of Voting...
On May 7, Fort Bend County will debut an enhanced search tool designed to make it easier for voters to find an Election Day voting center. When voters visit the Election webpage www.fortbendvotes.org...
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Federal Officials Visit Texas Communities with Resources for Recovery
AUSTIN, Texas – Residents in each of the state’s disaster-affected counties can expect to see FEMA’s Disaster Survivor Assistance teams in their communities, offering a personal link to the resources...
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Former Foster Child Wins NCJW Scholarship
Three young scholars met with members of the National Council of Jewish Women on May 1, as the Greater Houston Section held an afternoon tea honoring these recent winners of the Lee K. Feine...
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Summer Fundraiser
Hope Impacts appreciates any financial donation, silent auction items or raffle items to assist our Summer Celebration Event and support the growth of our organization. Thanks to your generous...
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Young Artists Bring Awareness to Mental Health Gallery Exhibit at The Health...
HOUSTON, TX (May 5, 2016) – Half of all lifetime mental illnesses occur by age 14 and the face of mental health gets younger. Few kids or families talk about mental health, but the #HTxMentalHealth...
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Italian Maid Café Adds Music to Summer Menu
Guitarist Rom Ryan kicks off the Music on the Patio series 5-7:30 p.m. Saturday at Italian Maid Café in Cross Creek Ranch, 6450 Cross Creek Bend Lane. Music, cuisine and libations are once again mixing...
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Letter From FEMA May Require Follow-Up
Texas storm survivors who receive a letter from FEMA that they are ineligible for disaster assistance should not give up—but should follow up instead. The issue may be as simple as a misprinted number...
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Testify at Texas Senate’s Select Committee on Property Tax Reform & Relief
Concerned about the size of your property taxes and wish there were something you could do about it? Come to the University of Houston on Tuesday morning and testify before the Texas Senate’s Select...
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RRC Enforcement Actions Taken at Commissioners’ May 3 Conference
The Railroad Commission of Texas assessed $538,119 in fines involving 225 enforcement dockets against operators and businesses at the Commissioners’ conference earlier this week. The Commission has...
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Women Empowering Women Express Network
Kathy Girgenti Co-Founder and Owner of Keller Williams Premier The Women Empowering Women Express Network (WEWEN) of the American Business Women’s Association (ABWA) invites you to attend a Monthly...
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Texas Children’s Hospital names Dr. Howard L. Weiner Chief of Neurosurgery
Dr. Howard L. Weiner Texas Children’s Hospital is proud to announce Dr. Howard L. Weiner as chief of neurosurgery. Texas Children’s is ranked #2 nationally in neurology and neurosurgery by U.S. News...
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Texas Comptroller: Keeping Traffic Moving Will Require Considerable Financial...
Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar Texas is home to the nation’s largest road network, but the state is still struggling to meet the transportation needs of its growing population and business community. In...
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CWA Commends Rep. Green for Introducing New Call Center Bill to Strengthen...
U.S. Congressman Gene Green The Communications Workers of America (CWA) thanks U.S. Congressman Gene Green (D-TX) for his leadership in introducing the “United States Call Center Worker and Consumer...
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Texas Democrats mourn the passing of Democratic Legend Carl Whitmarsh
Today, Texas Democrats mourn the passing of Carl Whitmarsh, a democratic legend. Carl, born and raised in Brenham, was a champion for Democrats in Harris County and across Texas. “Whitmarsh served as...
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UH Student’s Research Reveals Understated Side of Walt Whitman
Zachary Turpin Uncovers Lost Articles Detailing Author’s Insights on Health, Science, Manhood Walt Whitman is regarded as one of the greatest American poets. Much has been written about the man and his...
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Children’s Lighthouse Learning Center in Fulshear to Host a Grand Opening...
Children’s Lighthouse Learning Center in the Cross Creek Ranch Master Planned Community Makes its Debut with Food, Fun and Festivities WHAT: Paving a path to academic success for young students,...
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Fort Bend Debuts New Website for Election Day Information
On May 7, Fort Bend County debuted an enhanced search tool designed to make it easier for voters to find an Election Day voting center. When voters visit the Election webpage www.fortbendvotes.org and...
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