(HOUSTON, TX – Oct. 10, 2024) — Runners, joggers and walkers will take to the streets of Cross Creek West in Fulshear 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 19, during the CURE-Ageous 5K Fun Run which benefits the IBC Network Foundation. All of the donations and runner registration fees will go to the non-profit foundation, which is dedicated to education of Inflammatory Breast Cancer (IBC) and funds for research. The IBC Network Foundation gives […]
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Three Disaster Recovery Centers in Brazoria and Jasper Counties to Close Permanently Friday
AUSTIN – Three Disaster Recovery Centers in Jasper (Jasper County), Pearland and West Columbia (both in Brazoria County) will close permanently at 4 p.m. Friday, Oct. 11. Locations: Jasper County Courthouse Annex 271 E. Lamar St., Suite 101 Jasper, TX 75951 Tom Reid Library 3522 Liberty Drive Pearland, TX 77581 West Columbia Civic Center 514 E. Brazos Ave. West Columbia, TX 77486 Schedule for Disaster Recovery Centers in Fort Bend August Three remaining Disaster […]
Patriots of Color Database from Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) Now Available on 10 Million Names Website
Collaboration provides a valuable, free tool to research lineage and genealogy data for an under-represented aspect of the American Revolution: the Black, Native American, and multiracial Patriots who helped gain freedom for the United States of America WASHINGTON – As part of American Ancestors’ 10 Million Names initiative, the Daughters of the American Revolution’s (DAR) Patriots of Color Database is now accessible on 10 Million Names by American Ancestors (10millionnames.org). Offering the Daughters of the American Revolution: Patriots of […]
One Day Left to Apply for Federal Assistance
START DATE: IMMEDIATELY KILL DATE: Until midnight Oct. 10, 2024 RUN TIME: 30 SECONDS Texans who experienced damage from Hurricane Beryl have until midnight Oct. 10th to apply with FEMA or the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA). Apply with FEMA online at DisasterAssistance.gov, on the FEMA app, or at 800-621-3362. Apply for an SBA Disaster loan online at SBA.gov/disaster or call 800-659-2955.
Myth or Fact? Misinformation about FEMA Disaster Assistance can Hinder Recovery
Unfortunately, during disasters, myths about FEMA can spread, which ultimately can discourage survivors from accessing the assistance they may desperately need. The best way to correct misinformation is to get the truth out about FEMA’s role in disaster assistance. Below, a number of current rumors and myths are addressed to help survivors of Hurricane Beryl tell fact from fiction. Some Myths Texas Survivors are Hearing Myth: FEMA is running out of money. Fact: FEMA has adequate funding […]
It’s a Fright Plan of Fun for Halloween at Lone Star Flight Museum!
Saturday, Oct. 19th, 2024 WHO: The Lone Star Flight Museum is inviting ghouls and goblins of all ages to Halloween in the Hangar! Kids will enjoy trick or treating among our historic aircraft from 10am-1pm, participate in hands on STEM activities, spooky crafts and enjoy a (not so scary) story time. Plus, kids ages 10 and under in costume, get in FREE! WHAT: Halloween in the Hangar is a kid friendly, indoor event with daytime trick or […]
Fireflies & Foodtrucks Returns to No Label Brewery
Tickets on Sale Now for Legendary Fall Celebration Thursday, November 7, 6 – 9 p.m. (Katy, TX) – The Katy ISD Education Foundation announces this year’s annual Fireflies & Foodtrucks fundraising event on Thursday, November 7, 6-9 p.m. at Katy’s own No Label Brewery. The event will feature live entertainment by The Pictures Band plus all-access to Houston-area food trucks and award winning No Label brews. The Katy ISD Education Foundation celebrated a spectacular milestone […]
My Lemonade Day
HOUSTON – It’s always the right time to spark a passion for youth entrepreneurship. As temperatures gradually cool in the Bayou City, Lemonade Day invites all Houston-area youth to turn lemons into hot chocolate this season. “Too cool for lemonade? No problem! Youth can easily pivot their business model to sell other beverages such as hot chocolate during Fall,” said Samara Perez, Assistant Director at Lemonade Day Houston. “What’s important is that they gain essential business […]
Houston Regional Veterans Chamber Announces Inaugural Veterans Business Awards Luncheon
Honoring Veteran-Owned Businesses and Advocates Houston, TX (October 9, 2024) — The Houston Regional Veterans Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce the inaugural Houston Regional Veterans Business Awards Luncheon on Wednesday, November 6, 2024, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the George Bush Center, 6827 Cypresswood Dr., Spring, TX 77379. This luncheon will recognize and celebrate the remarkable achievements of veteran-owned businesses and the individuals who champion their success. The event will feature […]
Houston Grand Opera Artistic and Music Director Patrick Summers to Transition to Music Director Emeritus Role with the Company
Next season, 2025-26, will be his last in his current position; company to launch search for new music director HOUSTON—October 9, 2024—Longtime Houston Grand Opera (HGO) Artistic and Music Director Patrick Summers, who joined company leadership more than 25 years ago, has announced that he will step down as artistic and music director in spring 2026. As reported by the New York Times, at the close of the 2025-26 season, Summers will transition to the role […]