Announcements

Postino Announces Opening Date for New Katy Location, Along with New Wine Cult Program

HOUSTON (June 3, 2022) — Postino — the all-day wine bar and café announced it’s opening its next location in the newly renovated open-air lifestyle center, LaCenterra at Cinco Ranch (23501 Cinco Ranch Blvd Ste D100, Katy, TX 77494), in the fast-growing city of Katy. Slated for a June 6 opening, Postino Cinco Ranch will provide a unique dining addition to the upscale shopping district, a bustling area home to foodies and wine lovers eager for a casual respite in which to enjoy palette pleasing wines and […]

Social Security Board of Trustees: Outlook of Combined Trust Funds Improves

The Social Security Board of Trustees today released its annual report on the financial status of the Social Security Trust Funds.  The combined asset reserves of the Old-Age and Survivors Insurance and Disability Insurance (OASI and DI) Trust Funds are projected to become depleted in 2035, one year later than projected last year, with 80 percent of benefits payable at that time.   The OASI Trust Fund is projected to become depleted in 2034, one year […]

State Sales Tax Revenue Totaled $3.7 Billion in May

Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar

(AUSTIN) — Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar today said state sales tax revenue totaled $3.69 billion in May, 8.6 percent more than in May 2021. Annual revenue growth of 8.6 percent suggests modest growth in underlying taxable economic activity, in view of the current inflationary environment with Consumer Price Index inflation at 8.3 percent in April.  The majority of May sales tax revenue is based on sales made in April and remitted to the agency in May.  “Strong, […]

Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar Welcomes National Association of State Treasurers to San Antonio for Annual Conference

Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar

(AUSTIN) — Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar is welcoming the National Association of State Treasurers (NAST) to San Antonio for its annual Treasury Management Training Symposium (TMTS), set for June 6-9 at the Grand Hyatt Hotel.  The symposium is the organization’s largest annual conference and its first in-person TMTS conference in two years.  “I am excited to welcome symposium attendees to San Antonio,” Hegar said. “Events over the last two years have shown me just what my […]

Fort Bend Children’s Discovery Center Crushes Summer with Immersive Experiences for Families Ready to Vacay

SUGAR LAND (May 27, 2022) – Fort Bend Children’s Discovery Center (FBCDC) – A Very Special Project of Children’s Museum Houston – invites you to be the action hero of your very own blockbuster.  Be in on the action during “Action Packed Summer,” happening June 4 to Aug. 6, 2022.  The Discovery Center has been transformed into the “FBCDC Studios” to encourage you to live a great story with a dash of movie magic.  Choose […]

YMCA of Greater Houston Gears Up for a Summer of Fun

HOUSTON (June 3, 2022) – The YMCA of Greater Houston is ready to be the go-to spot of summer fun for local families. Through a variety of exciting programs, classes and services, the organization remains focused on positive and impactful ways to the unite the community. Whether it be making new friends through classes, events and clubs or gathering at the pool to cool off, there is a place for everyone at the YMCA this summer.  As a purpose-driven […]

Plastic Free EcoChallenge

July 1 – 31, online  Plastic pollution now contaminates the deepest trenches in the ocean, high mountain peaks, and even the air we breathe – plus recently being found in our blood.  Plastic has entered the food chain, killing wildlife, and causing the average person to eat one credit card’s worth of plastic each week. To learn more about this issue & take action to affect change, join the Lutherans Restoring Creation – Gulf Coast team […]

3 Ways to Get Relief from Knee Pain

Knee pain is common among all age groups; however, there are different types of knee pains. For instance, the pain might be caused because of physical injury. Or it may be a long-term problem. Regardless of the knee pain is caused because of injury or is a long-term problem, you will find three effective ways to deal with knee pain in this guide. However, the thing to remember, most short-term knee pain problems don’t need […]

How To Properly Deal With Pain And Inflammation

Inflammation is the body’s response to injury, irritation, or infection. The symptoms of inflammation include redness, heat, swelling, and pain. Inflammation is a natural process that helps the body heal and protects itself from further damage. However, sometimes inflammation can become chronic, lasting for weeks, months, or even years. Chronic inflammation can lead to several health problems like heart disease, arthritis, and diabetes. It is essential to know how to deal with pain and inflammation […]

Jeff Lerner and 5 Reasons to Hire a Business Attorney

Business attorneys can help you start your new company on the right foot, file contracts, negotiate sales, and leases. You can even file lawsuits or represent you in court, depending on your particular situation. Here are some of the most common reasons to hire a business attorney according to gurus like Jeff Lerner. Read on for more information. Also, don’t forget to get them involved if you’re planning to open a branch of your existing […]