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Harris County Attorney Ryan sues cement plant for spewing dust and dumping waste into storm drains
Harris County Attorney Vince Ryan filed a lawsuit against an east Harris County cement plant on Monday, accusing it of spreading cement dust onto the East Belt feeder and allowing cement waste to flow into storm drains.
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New book illustrates healing energy by showing the energy fields
iregina announces publication of ‘On A Clear Day’
Intuitive healers can use illustrations found in the new book “On A Clear Day: An Artist’s Perspective on Energy Healing” (published by Balboa Press) by iregina, that the author says came to her from angelic visions to help their clients understand energy healing by showing the clearing of energetic fields.
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Macy’s, Inc. Temporarily Closes Stores Nationwide in Response to COVID-19 Outbreak
In response to the widespread COVID-19 outbreak, Macy’s, Inc. (NYSE: M) today announced that it will temporarily close all stores by end of business today, March 17, 2020, through March 31, 2020. This includes all Macy’s, Bloomingdale’s, Bluemercury, Macy’s Backstage, Bloomingdales the Outlet and Market by Macy’s stores. Macy’s, Inc. will provide benefits and compensation to its impacted workforce.
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New spiritual guidebook provides readers with a way to survive end times by using a military survival plan
Christopher L. Watkins announces publication of ‘Millennial Ranger’
Readers will get a glimpse into the Christian mind of a battle-tested survivalist in the new book “Millennial Ranger: Spiritual Survival while Surviving” (published by WestBow Press) by Christopher L. Watkins.
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HISD updates food distribution site for April 16
As the Houston Independent School District continues its food distribution efforts throughout the district, there has been an update to one of Thursday’s distribution sites.
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Heritage Action Launches Movement to Save Our Schools from Critical Race Theory
Today, Jessica Anderson, executive director of Heritage Action, a conservative grassroots organization, announced the launch of Heritage Action’s SaveOurSchools.com — a one-stop resource for parents and concerned activists looking for ways to keep Critical Race Theory (CRT) out of the classroom.
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LULAC to Announce First National Hotline to Stop Latino Voter Intimidation
Nation’s Oldest and Largest Latino Civil Rights Organization Issues
On Monday, Nov. 7, Elizabeth Alexander, president of the Mellon Foundation, will visit Prairie View A&M University for a poetry reading and an interview with PVAMU President Ruth J. Simmons about her life and career.
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Investigators identify woman killed after house explodes; catches fire in Gratiot Co.
A woman was killed and two others were injured after a house exploded and caught fire in Gratiot County.
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Nike Football’s Super Bowl Gives Back to Yates and Wheatley Students
Nike Football’s Super Bowl contribution wasn’t in the form of a massive party. Or even a display dedicated to their long standing relationship with the athletic community whether it be on the field or training. Instead the longstanding sportswear giant chose to give back to two outstanding football communities from two of the more historic districts in the city.
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H-TOWN Spotlight: 90sErx
What is HOUSTON without MUSIC? In today’s fast paced society, the world around us is constantly changing and so is music. With different dance moves, hype beats and trendy lingo daily on the radio, it can be difficult to get a jump-start in the industry. But, that is where 90sErx is changing the game. With the goal to achieve and overcome what is expected of generations - the group is compromised of inspiring artist born in the early 90's.
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HSM's Mens Classic Monday MCM: Billy Sorrells The Kasanova Of Comedy
Our Mens Classic Monday(#MCM) goes to Houston's very own Billy Sorrells. Learn how this comedian has cracked his way up to being a top contender in the field of comedy, television, and so much more.
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High School Teen Earns Eagle Scout Rank in Boy Scouts
More than learning how to tie a square knot, start a fire by rubbing sticks together, or the strength of working as a team, boys in scouts learn how to grow from a boy to a man. Through the help and guidance of amazing scout leaders who serve as mentors, boys learn the essentials life that will last them far beyond their youthful years.
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Hiatus Spa + Retreat to Open Fourth Texas Location in Houston This Spring
New Spa in Tanglewood to Feature Spa Membership, 14 Treatment Rooms, and Nail Therapy Lounge
Hiatus Spa + Retreat, the award-winning Texas day spa with locations in Austin, Dallas & Plano, is excited to reveal the opening of its fourth Texas location in Houston. The 5,078-square-foot day spa is slated to open early Spring 2017.
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All Blaq Everythang Festival Presents Blaq Fridaze + Pop-Ups
All Blaq Fridaze + Pop-Ups Presented By The All Blaq Everythang Festival, a celebration of black culture and creating a space of collective energy for economic impact.
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Selection Sunday: UH Cougars Have High Hopes to Make the “Big Dance”
In days, college students, players, and fans will sit in front of their televisions waiting for the big announcement on who their basketball team will be playing in the first game of the second season. That’s right people, March Madness is back. The NCAA will pick 68 teams from various Men’s Division 1 basketball programs on Selection Sunday (March 11) to make up the 2018 tournament bracket. For the University of Houston men’s basketball team, that day will mean so much more.
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Harris Health’s Dr. Ann Barnes Named to Texas 2036 Board of Directors
Harris Health System’s Dr. Ann Barnes, senior vice president of Health System Integration, has been named to the board of directors for Texas 2036. The organization, named in recognition of the state’s upcoming bicentennial celebration in 2036, focuses on finding data-driven solutions for some of Texas’ biggest long-term challenges and opportunities in the areas of education, health, infrastructure, transportation and natural resources.
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MacArthur ‘Genius’ Kiese Laymon to serve as Jackson State University’s 2023
Spring undergraduate commencement speaker
Jackson State University is pleased to announce award-winning novelist and MacArthur Fellow Kiese Laymon as its 2023 undergraduate commencement speaker on Saturday, April 29, at 9 a.m. CST at the Mississippi Veterans Memorial Stadium.
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The Heritage Society Starts the New Year with An Evening of Heritage on January 9
Special guest speakers include Susan Garrett Baker & Secretary James A. Baker and Jim McGrath
Houston, December 17: On Sunday, January 9, join “A Conversation with James A. Baker III & Susan Garrett Baker with Jim McGrath” at The Heritage Society’s “An Evening of Heritage” event. This grand event starts at 3 p.m. and will be followed by a Sunday supper and music by Jerry Atwood.
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Bringing Awareness to Food Insecurity and Homelessness Is One That Is of Great Importance
Despite Houston leading the nation with the least amount of homeless people we still see about 4,000 that are without permanent shelter on any given night based on a SEARCH homeless services report. Even though we have crossed the over into the new year, the giving season lasts all year long. There is always a reason to help and give back to the lives of others.
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National Facial Hotspot, Heyday, to Open in Houston
We're thrilled to announce that Heyday, the renowned national skincare services brand, is bringing their personalized 50-minute facials to Houston. On Thursday, July 13, also known as 713 Day—a day dedicated to celebrating all things Houston—Heyday will open their first location in the city, situated in River Oaks at 2024 W Gray St.