Help for the 70% of smokers that report wanting to quit One of the most popular resolutions at the beginning of each year is the desire to quit smoking, with more than 70% of smokers reporting they want to quit. Smoking is a risk factor for severe illness from COVID-19, which makes 2021 an even more opportune time to begin the journey to quitting. With the help of the American Lung Association, more than a million […]
December, 2020
Harris County Fire Marshal Encourages Fireworks Safety
Fireworks are beautiful but are very dangerous if not used properly. The Harris County Fire Marshal’s Office encourages anyone who chooses to use consumer fireworks to practice fireworks safety or find alternative ways to celebrate. “Fireworks safety is paramount as we continue to battle COVID-19,” said Harris County Fire Marshal Laurie L. Christensen. “If you choose to use consumer fireworks, please read the cautionary labels and dispose of your fireworks properly. Doctors, nurses and first responders are still […]
Olson Statement on Voting to Override President Trump’s Veto of the NDAA
Representative Pete Olson (TX-22) issued the following statement after voting to override President Donald Trump’s veto of H.R. 6395, the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2021: “While I share concerns with Section 230, this was a carefully negotiated bill that authorizes vital funding for the Department of Defense to provide our military with the resources they need to successfully defend America. This bill provides vital tools to keep our country safe and deter threats from adversaries […]
Sen. Cruz Applauds Trump Administration for Providing Emergency Learning Scholarships
‘I’ll continue working with my colleagues to reopen the economy, and get Americans safely back to work and school’ U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas) today issued the following statement applauding the administration’s move to expand educational opportunity: “With far too many Democrat officials flexing their authoritarian instincts, millions of families across the country are hurting right now. Arbitrary shutdowns of public and private K-12 schools have left a generation of students behind. I’m grateful the administration […]
Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences Need The Public’s Help In Locating The Next Of Kin For The Deceased
We are requesting the public’s assistance in locating next of kin for the following deceased individuals. We would appreciate you publishing a brief notice in the next few days in the hopes that family or friends may see the information and contact this office. ROGER MULLINGS – Black Male, 59 Years: Mr. Mullings died in the 8600 block of Winkler Drive in Houston, TX on 12/08/2020. Please call the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences at […]
The changes and new rules implemented because of the COVID-19 pandemic in the UK.
The Coronavirus made a lot of changes in the way that the world was functioning with new rules and regulations surrounding the work market. In the initial stages of the virus affecting the world, the UK Government went through a national lockdown where they started closing shops and businesses to prevent its spread. Overall, this was not good for business, and a lot of companies could not keep up, causing many of them to go […]
Here are the reasons why the conversion of numbers is required
The conversion of the numbers is usually popular in finance when you have to convert the standard of the currency. For example, the conversion of millions to lakhs in the business usually when dealing with an international customer. There come many situations where you have to deal with the conversion of numbers. The conversion of numbers is not only around the currency instead there are some other elements in the conversion. In this article, we […]
4 Expert-Recommended Gun Safety Tips for Homes with Children
Owning a gun requires responsibility and awareness, especially when living in a home with children. Without proper care and education, simple mistakes can have severe, life-threatening consequences. For instance, the wrong ammunition can lead to malfunctions. Similarly, the improper use of indexing can be fatal to a hair-triggered weapon. Even cheaply made holsters can fail to protect your gun, and in some cases, can prompt an accidental shot. Regardless of your experience level, beginner and […]
Cornyn’s Energy Innovation Bill Now Law
U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) released the following statement after his Launching Energy Advancement and Development through Innovations for Natural Gas (LEADING) Act was signed into law as a part of the omnibus funding bill: “Rather than regulate energy providers into the ground, this law will encourage industry innovation,” said Sen. Cornyn. “The LEADING Act will lower energy bills for Texans and protect them from the massive costs of alternative energy plans like the Green New Deal, all while protecting […]
TX Glo Announces 2021 “Treasures Of The Texas Coast” Children’S Art Contest
Annual art contest for Texas students now accepting applications Today, Texas Land Commissioner George P. Bush announced the 2021 “Treasures of the Texas Coast Children’s Art Contest” is open for entries. All Texas students (public, private, and home-schooled) in grades K-6 are encouraged to participate. Artwork should be based on the theme “Treasures of the Texas Coast” and portray why the Texas coast is important or noteworthy to the participating student. The top 40 pieces of art […]