SUGAR LAND, Texas (Sept. 17, 2019) – Inspiration Stage is proud to present two youth productions in October — Disney’s My Son Pinocchio JR and The Addams Family School Edition. In Disney’s My Son Pinocchio JR., the classic tale of toymaker, Geppetto’s, little wooden puppet is given new life. This new musical, which retells the classic Disney story from Geppetto’s perspective, features the beloved classic songs, “When You Wish upon a Star” and “I’ve Got No Strings,” alongside a […]
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Flash Flood Emergency in Harris County
What is the danger? The National Weather Service issued a Flash Flood Emergency for northeast Harris, southeast Montgomery and Liberty counties. This is an extremely dangerous, life threatening situation. Residents in this area are encourages to shelter in place and stay off the roadways. Flash flooding is in progress in Huffman. Since about 6 a.m., 6-10 inches of rain has fallen. Residents should closely watch weather conditions where they are located and be prepared to take lifesaving […]
American Red Cross Opens Shelter In Anahuac For Tropical Depression Imelda Evacuees
ANAHUAC, TEXAS- SEPTEMBER 19, 2019 – The American Red Cross has opened an emergency shelter in Anahuac to assist those affected by Tropical Depression Imelda. Currently, no residents have registered at the shelter but Red Cross workers are prepared to provide warm meals, a safe place to sleep and emotional support for those with immediate, disaster-caused needs. The shelter is located at White Park Community Center, 225 White Park Drive, Anahuac, Texas 77514 in Chambers County. Anyone […]
HOUSE OF BLUES® HOUSTON ANNOUNCES MORE CONCERTS & EVENTS
— More Exciting Shows Just Announced This Week In Houston — Ski Mask the Slump God With Pouya, Pop Smoke, DJ Scheme, Danny Towers Monday, October 28th, 2019 Doors at 7:00 PM Tickets: $32.50 – GA Advanced On sale NOW / HERE facebook.com/OfficialSlumpGod/ Ski Mask the Slump God is a rapper from Broward County, Florida. Inspired by MCs such as Lil Wayne and Busta Rhymes, Ski Mask has a fast, playful flow, and his cartoonish […]
Houston Grand Opera presents In War & Peace—Harmony through Music with international opera star Joyce DiDonato in a one-night-only concert at the Wortham Center
The Nov. 6 concert will be followed by a special dinner on the Brown Theater stage What: Houston Grand Opera presents In War & Peace—Harmony through Music, a special concert event featuring international opera star and former HGO Studio alumna and mezzo-soprano Joyce DiDonato, followed by a post-concert dinner. DiDonato’s award-winning In War & Peace—Harmony through Music makes a one-night-only stop at the Wortham Center on Wednesday, Nov. 6, while on its international tour. In the aftermath of […]
Mission of Love Gala Raises $180000 for Catholic Charities’ Mamie George Community Center in Fort Bend County
RICHMOND – Generous Fort Bend County supporters generated $180,000 for Catholic Charities’ services at Mamie George Community Center (MGCC) at the sixth annual Mission of Love event on September 12, 2019 at the Safari Texas Ranch in Richmond. The annual dinner and fundraising gala honored long-time Fort Bend County resident and former county commissioner James Patterson. “James Patterson truly understands the heart of the organization and its mission,” said Gladys Brumfield, MGCC executive director. “We […]
Community Engagement Meeting for the Addicks Reservoir Watershed Channel Rehabilitation Project
HCFCD Unit U100-00-00-G003 – Bond Project F-53 The Harris County Flood Control District will hold a Community Engagement Meeting for the Addicks Reservoir Watershed Channel Rehabilitation Project. The purpose of this meeting is to inform residents about the status of the project and share project information. The Addicks Reservoir Watershed Channel Rehabilitation Project focuses on the rehabilitation of channels upstream of the Addicks Reservoir to restore them to their design capacity. This work will remove […]
Houston National Cemetery Appeals for Volunteers for 5th Annual Saluting Branches Day of Service, September 24
CHANGE THE DATE: WHAT: 5th Annual Saluting Branches Day of Service Due to the weather forecast, we are changing the date. WHO: Tree industry and landscape professionals, arborists, and community members are invited to volunteer. Interested persons may sign up at www.salutingbranches.org/location/houston-national-cemetery WHEN: Tuesday, September 24, 2019 WHERE: Houston National Cemetery 10410 Veterans Memorial Dr., Houston, TX 77038 BACKGROUND: On September 24, the Houston National Cemetery will participate in the 5th Annual Saluting Branches Day of Service, an annual opportunity […]
2019 Jeans & Jewels Luncheon & Style Show Raises Nearly $70,000
HOUSTON, TX — On Thursday, September 12, 2019, Northwest Assistance Ministries (NAM) honored Donna Asbill, longtime volunteer, donor, and “Queen of NAM” at the 2019 Jeans & Jewels Luncheon. Over 300 people joined NAM at Shirley Acres and raised nearly $70,000 for NAM’s Meals on Wheels and other programs and services. “We have been fortunate at NAM to call Donna a supporter, a partner, and a friend,” said Les Cave, President & CEO of NAM. “We […]
NASA: A Texas Institution with a Large Economic Impact
(HOUSTON) — The Johnson Space Center (JSC) makes a $4.7 billion annual impact on the Texas economy and supports more than 52,000 jobs, Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar said today in a visit to the NASA facility as part of his Good for Texas Tour. JSC currently operates three facilities in Texas covering nearly 1,700 acres. It’s the site of Mission Control, which manages manned space missions, including the International Space Station, and serves as training center for […]