May 31 is World No Tobacco Day! HOUSTON – Today is World No Tobacco Day. Harris County Public Health (HCPH) joins the global movement led by the World Health Organization (WHO) to spotlight the tobacco industry’s harmful practices. This year’s theme, #TobaccoExposed, encourages […]
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HHSC Reminds Regulated Providers to Update Emergency Preparedness Plans Before Hurricane Season
AUSTIN – The Texas Health and Human Services Commission is urging health care facilities, child care operators and other providers to update their emergency response plans as the 2024 Atlantic hurricane season begins on June 1. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric […]
MEET BESTSELLING AUTHOR ROMINA GARBER AT CINCO RANCH BRANCH LIBRARY
Fort Bend County Libraries’ Cinco Ranch Branch Library will host a “Meet & Greet with Young Adult Author Romina Garber” on Friday, June 14, from 2:00 to 3:30 pm, in the Meeting Room of the library, located at 2620 Commercial Center Blvd in […]
Lone Star Flight Museum Board of Directors Names Anna Hawley President & CEO.
Hawley will officially take office following the retirement of Lt. Gen. Doug Owens. HOUSTON, TEXAS (May 30, 2024) – The Board of Directors of the Lone Star Flight Museum has enthusiastically named Anna Hawley the new President and Chief Executive Officer of the museum. Currently serving as the […]
Bell, Henderson, Tyler Counties Eligible for FEMA Assistance
AUSTIN — Homeowners and renters in Bell, Henderson and Tyler counties are now eligible for FEMA assistance after the severe storms, straight-line winds, tornadoes and flooding that began April 26. Eligible applicants may qualify for serious needs assistance, basic home repairs, personal property losses and other eligible […]
Control Leaffooted Bugs on Tomato Plants
By Peggy d’Hemecourt Advanced Master Gardener – Earth-Kind ® Few crops are more cherished during the warm growing season than tomatoes. Whether vine ripened or picked when the skin is beginning to turn from green to red and ripened indoors, […]
Cast Theatrical Presents Steel Magnolias
Rosenberg, TX – Cast Theatrical is proud to present Steel Magnolias by Robert Harling. Steel Magnolias is the story of six vibrant Southern ladies who share their lives and loves in a small-town Louisiana beauty salon. Alternately hilarious and […]
Disaster Recovery Centers Open in Harris, Jasper, Jones Counties
AUSTIN — FEMA is opening Disaster Recovery Centers (DRCs) in Harris, Jasper and Jones counties May 31 to provide one-on-one help to Texans affected by the severe storms, tornadoes, flooding and straight-line winds that began April 26. The centers are located at: […]
Hurricane Season Preparedness: Secure Your Home and Family for the Season Ahead
Prepare now to protect your loved ones, especially those with special needs! HOUSTON – Hurricane season lasts from June 1 to November 30. It’s important for those living in the Houston area to prepare now. Taking action early can help protect […]
Understanding Your FEMA Determination Letter
If you applied for assistance from FEMA, you will receive a letter from FEMA in the mail or via email. The letter will explain your application status and how to respond. It is important to read the letter carefully because […]
