AUSTIN ⎯ The Texas labor market reached record highs in both total jobs and the size of the civilian labor force in April. Texas added 37,700 positions over the month to reach a total of 14,320,100 nonfarm jobs. The state […]
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The Houston-Galveston Area Agency on Aging Comes to Waller County
Organization seeks to educate the community on its services and collect feedback for future programs. HOUSTON, TX – The Houston-Galveston Area Council’s Area Agency on Aging (AAA) will host a public meeting to educate older adults, caretakers, healthcare professionals and the community about the services available through […]
Texas Accepts First Dedication of Water Rights for Environmental Protection in 20 Years
AUSTIN— Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) announces it has helped secure a 10-year commitment of 200 acre-feet per year of surface water to help conserve Big Cypress Bayou in northeast Texas. The water right, purchased by The Nature Conservancy in […]
Sens. Cruz, Cornyn, Rep. Jackson Introduce Bill to Support Texas Cattle Ranchers Recover from Natural Disasters
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Sens. Ted Cruz (R-Texas) and John Cornyn (R-Texas) today introduced the Livestock Indemnity Program Enhancement Act, which helps ensure Texas cattle ranchers impacted by natural disasters have access to resources they need to recover. Sen. Cruz said, “The Texas Panhandle […]
SPRING FLOWERS BRING SUMMER WONDERS AS ARTECHOUSE UNVEILS ITS SECOND SEASONAL EXHIBIT
Following the launch of its rock-themed Amplified exhibit, ARTECHOUSE will now compliment the high-octane show with the tranquil, nature-focused BLOOMING WONDERS beginning on Friday, May 23 HOUSTON, TX – May 15, 2025 – Building upon ARTECHOUSE’s recent announcement of the Houston […]
Federal Red Snapper Season Opens June 1
AUSTIN — The private recreational angler red snapper season in federal waters opens June 1. Red snapper fishing is open year-round in Texas state waters. Bag and size limits for federal and state waters will remain unchanged. Regulations for red […]
CenterPoint Energy continues its resiliency efforts across the 12-county region through its Foundation’s Community Generator Donation Program; Donates backup generator to the YET Center
CenterPoint Energy Foundation is donating more than 20 backup generators and other support in designated locations across 12 counties to support community resiliency as part of a $5 million grant from the Foundation HOUSTON — May 15, 2025 — Today, at an announcement in […]
Why HVAC Installation and Replacement Matters More Than You Think in Houston, TX
When you’re living or running a business in Houston, one thing you can’t afford to overlook is your HVAC system. With sweltering summers and increasingly unpredictable weather patterns, your heating, ventilation, and air conditioning system is not just a comfort […]
Investing in the Next Hands-On Generation The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo™ Awards Record-Breaking $500,000 in Vocational Scholarships
The number of Greater Houston area trade school partners increases to 10 MAY 15, 2025 — HOUSTON — This year, the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo is distributing $500,000 in Vocational Scholarships — the highest amount yet — to benefit […]
TEACH FOR AMERICA HOUSTON AND EMERGE CELEBRATE NEW SHARED OFFICE SPACE WITH RIBBON-CUTTING CEREMONY
Community leaders come together in a milestone moment for two education nonprofits advancing student success. Houston, TX (May 16, 2025) – Teach For America (TFA) Houston and EMERGE proudly announce the launch of a new shared office space—an exciting next chapter for two […]
