On Tuesday, March 25, 2025, Kelsey-Seybold Clinic hosted a special dedication event at the Spencer R. Berthelsen Main Campus to honor Patrick M. Carter, M.D., M.B.A., F.A.A.F.P., for his outstanding contributions to the organization and the Family Medicine department over the course of his 28-year career. In recognition of his profound impact to the Organization, Kelsey-Seybold announced the renaming of the department to the Patrick M. Carter, M.D., Family Medicine Department. Tony Lin, M.D., Chairman […]
LONE STAR FLIGHT MUSEUM ANNOUNCES 2025 TEXAS AVIATION HALL OF FAME INDUCTEES
Induction ceremony and luncheon set for Friday, April 11, 2025. (HOUSTON, Texas) – The Lone Star Flight Museum (LSFM) is honored to announce the selection of three new inductees into the Texas Aviation Hall of Fame. The TAHOF selection committee has named Al Cisneros, Jeannie Leavitt, and Tammie Jo Shults as the Class of 2025. This esteemed group will be officially inducted on Friday, April 11, 2025, at the 2025 Texas Aviation Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony […]
Prioritize Your Oral Health for Oral Cancer Awareness Month Early Detection Saves Lives
HOUSTON – Harris County Public Health (HCPH) is raising awareness about the importance of early detection and prevention of oral cancer during Oral Cancer Awareness Month this April. HCPH aims to educate the community about risk factors, signs, symptoms, and the critical role regular dental checkups play in safeguarding oral health. Increased survival rates for oral cancer, which includes cancers of the mouth, tongue, lips, throat, and salivary glands, depends on early diagnosis and treatment. However, […]
Cornyn, Cruz Introduce Senate Resolution Honoring Texan George Foreman
WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators John Cornyn (R-TX) and Ted Cruz (R-TX) today introduced a Senate resolution honoring the life and legacy of Houston native and professional boxer George Foreman, who passed away on March 21, 2025. Text is below, and you can view the full resolution here. “Whereas George Foreman was born on January 10, 1949, in Marshall, Texas; Whereas George Foreman was raised in Houston, Texas; Whereas George Foreman earned his general education degree and gained […]
Sens. Cruz, Banks Introduce Legislation to Expand Education Options for Military Families
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Sens. Ted Cruz (R-Texas) and Jim Banks (R-Ind.) introduced the Education Savings Accounts for Military Families Act. This legislation allows military families to opt-in to Military Education Savings Accounts (ESAs) to help fund their children’s education and expand their access to personalized, high-quality learning opportunities. Upon introduction, Sen. Cruz said, “School choice is the civil rights issue of the 21st century, and parents should never have to choose between serving their country and ensuring […]
TEXAS AGRICULTURE COMMISSIONER SID MILLER WILL CELEBRATE TEXAS FRESH FRUIT AND VEGETABLE DAY WITH ALDINE ISD STUDENTS
HOUSTON—On Friday, April 4, 2025, at 10:30 AM, Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller will visit Marcella Elementary in Aldine ISD to celebrate the second annual Texas Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Day. Commissioner Miller will join Texas schoolchildren in a fun, hands-on event highlighting the importance of fresh, locally grown produce. As part of the celebration, students will learn about the nutritional benefits of Texas-grown fruits and vegetables, participate in interactive activities, and even power a blender with a bicycle to create smoothies […]
TPWD Launching New Powderhorn Paddling Trail
PORT O’CONNOR – Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) will open its 83rd official paddling trail adjacent to the Powderhorn Wildlife Management Area and State Park located near Port O’Connor. The grand opening begins at 9 a.m. April 5 at Calhoun County Boggy Nature Park. The trail’s four segments – Boggy Bayou Trail, Matagorda Bay Shoreline trail, Powderhorn Lake Shoreline Trail and the Coloma Creek Trail – give paddlers a combined 26 miles of shoreline […]
The Institute for Spirituality and Health Celebrates its 70th Anniversary
With Landmark Event at the Texas Medical Center’s Helix Park on May 1, 2025 HOUSTON, Texas (Feb. 24, 2025) – The Institute for Spirituality and Health at the Texas Medical Center (The Institute) is proud to announce its Platinum Jubilee Celebration. This milestone event marks 70 years of service to healthcare and faith communities by integrating spirituality with health and healing. The celebration will be held at the Texas Medical Center’s innovation hub Helix Park on Thursday, May 1, […]
TDLR Safeguards Consumers With Online List of Revoked Licenses
Complete TDLR administrative penalties list also available AUSTIN – The Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) maintains a database of all violations that resulted in administrative orders during the past two years – including penalties and license revocations and suspensions, as well as people who have been issued cease and desist orders because of unlicensed activity. TDLR issued 11 cease-and-desist orders against First Premier Home Warranty, which is accused of operating as a provider of service contracts […]
Joint TdA Operation Results in Over 40 Arrests in Hays Co.
DPS Joins Federal, State, Local Partners in Effort to Combat Violent Venezuelan Gang AUSTIN – For more than a year, the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), the San Antonio Police Department (SAPD), the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) and several other federal, state and local partners, have been investigating members and associates believed to be part of the Venezuelan transnational gang, Tren de Aragua (TdA). In recent days, […]