HOUSTON, TX — The Heritage Society is hosting a panel of speakers to complement its new exhibit, “Karankawa: An Enduring Culture of Texas,” which examines the history and vibrant culture of the Karankawa people. The event is scheduled for Friday, […]
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COMMISSIONER MILLER ANNOUNCES RECORD-BREAKING SALES FOR GO TEXAN PARTNERS AT THE 2025 RODEO SEASON
147 Partners see 19% growth in revenue and 24% increase in participation AUSTIN – Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller proudly announced that the 2025 rodeo season was yet another outstanding triumph for GO TEXAN partners, with total sales reaching a record-breaking […]
WGU Honors Educators with Scholarship During National Teachers Week
Scholarship supports aspiring educators and current teachers who are looking to advance their careers AUSTIN, TX (May 1, 2025) — In honor of National Teachers Week, accredited, online Western Governors University (WGU) is celebrating the invaluable contributions of educators across […]
NFIB Jobs Report: Labor Shortages Continue to Constrain Small Business Job Growth
Labor quality remains a headwind for small businesses looking for qualified applicants AUSTIN (May 1, 2025) – NFIB’s April jobs report found that 34% (seasonally adjusted) of small business owners reported job openings they could not fill in April, down six points […]
Texas Rangers, Local Police Help Serve Justice to Serial Child Rapist
(David Roy Mundt, 2024) DPS SAKI Program Links Longview Man to Cold Cases in Texas, Arizona AUSTIN – The man responsible for sex crimes against two young girls in Texas and Arizona will now spend the rest of his life […]
University of Houston’s Institute for Ecological Resilience Names First-Ever Executive Director
HOUSTON, May 1, 2025 – The University of Houston has named award-winning conservationist Jaime González as the first-ever executive director of the UH Institute for Ecological Resilience, effective May 1. The role is a brand-new position and will make González responsible […]
San Antonio Massage Establishment Closed For Suspected Human Trafficking
AUSTIN – The Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) has issued a six-month emergency closure order effective April 22 that closes a massage establishment in San Antonio for suspected human trafficking. Guixan Han and Golden Phoenix Holdings LLC, the owner/operator […]
Houston Arboretum’s Little Party on the Prairie: 2025 Alfresco Gala honoring “50 Years of Volunteers” raises nearly $450,000 for nature education and conservation
WHAT: Houston Arboretum & Nature Center’s Little Party on the Prairie: 2025 Alfresco Gala WHERE: Houston Arboretum & Nature Center 4501 Woodway Dr. Houston, 77024 WHEN: Friday, April 11, 2025 7 p.m. – 11 p.m. DETAILS: Houston Arboretum & […]
Houston Grand Opera to Offer Free Summer Programming for Children
Company teaching artists to bring music, storytelling, and creative activities to community spaces citywide HOUSTON—May 1, 2025—Houston Grand Opera (HGO) is proud to announce plans to present a series of free, family-friendly summer programs designed to engage and inspire young […]
This Mother’s Day, Moms Splash Free at Typhoon Texas Waterpark
KATY, TX (May 1, 2025) – Typhoon Texas, now celebrating its tenth year of waterpark thrills and family fun, is recognizing Mother’s Day with a special offer for families looking for the perfect way to celebrate mom. On Sunday, May 11, […]
