Current outages: Counties: Harris County, Texas – 11,493 out of 2,182,016 tracked meters (0.53%) are without power in Harris County, Texas. Visit link for breakdown by utility – https://findenergy.com/tx/harris-county-electricity/power-outage/
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Ritter’s Frozen Custard Launches Frozen Custard Week Aug. 4-8, Serving Up Five Days of Delicious Deals
Newtown, PA. – Get ready to beat the summer heat with five days of cool and creamy custard-filled fun at a great value! Ritter’s Frozen Custard is kicking off Frozen Custard Week August 4-8, featuring daily deals and sweet somethings for the whole family. From classic flavors like refreshing Strawberry and Cookies-N-Crème to fan faves like Turtle Somethin’, Fresh Banana, and Caramel Snickers Swirl, Ritters is known for its ultra-premium frozen custard concoctions, freshly prepared inhouse daily. During Frozen Custard […]
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Christ Clinic Featured on the Final Episode of Lunch for the Soul with Melissa Wilson
Dear Friends of Christ Clinic, We are thrilled to share that Christ Clinic was featured on the final episode of Lunch for the Soul with Melissa Wilson—a program that has inspired hearts across Houston for the past four years. What an honor it was to be chosen to help close out this meaningful series. This moment would not be possible without you—our faithful supporters, volunteers, and prayer warriors. Your love for Jesus, your heart for the hurting, and your commitment to Christ Clinic’s mission are […]
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Katy ISD Names 2024-2025 Athletes of the Year
KATY, TX [July 22, 2025] – Recognizing excellence both on and off the field, Katy ISD Athletics recently named its 2024–25 Athletes of the Year: Adam Carter of Katy High School (KHS), Anaya Sriniketh of Tompkins High School (OTHS) and Janey Campbell of Seven Lakes High School (SLHS)—wrapping up another remarkable year of student athletic achievement. “Congratulations to our three Katy ISD Athletes of the Year! Their talent, leadership and dedication have set the standard for […]
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Katy ISD & Area First Responders Join Forces for 2025 School Safety Forum
KATY, TX [July 17, 2025] – First responders and emergency personnel from across the region joined their Katy ISD counterparts and school principals today for the 2025 Annual First Responder Forum. The event emphasized collaboration and partnership through an integrated, area-wide emergency response strategy to ensure the safety of students and staff as the school year approaches. Hosted by the district’s Office of Emergency Management, the forum highlighted strategic safety planning, updates on Katy ISD’s standard […]
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Houston Livestock Show And Rodeo™ Awards A Record $10.5 Million In Scholarships To Largest-Ever Class Of Texas Students
The Rodeo’s scholarship program opens doors for future leaders in agriculture, STEM, education, and more JULY 15, 2025 — HOUSTON — Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo officials are honored to announce that 529 Texas students will each receive a $20,000 scholarship to support their college journey. The scale of this year’s scholarships reflects the continued growth of the Rodeo’s commitment to Texas students and is part of the organization’s $14.7 million scholarship commitment this year. […]
Texas Teen Missing for Seven Months
Photos of Sara (Courtesy of NCMEC) It has been over seven months since 17-year-old Sara Martinez went missing, and the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children (NCMEC) is asking for the public’s help to bring her home. Sara disappeared on Dec. 28, 2024, after leaving her home in Fort Worth, Texas. Her mother, Samantha Perez, said she saw Sara in bed at 1 a.m., but when she woke up the next morning, her daughter […]
After the Storm: Rebuilding What Really Matters
I always thought of our home as a fortress. But one stormy night in Charlotte, when the hurricane hit, I realized how fragile that fortress truly was. The howling wind, the crashing glass, and then-silence. Not the peaceful kind. The kind that comes after everything’s been torn apart. When we returned home in the morning, it was like stepping into someone else’s nightmare. The garage was completely flooded. Out back, a fallen tree had crushed […]
Harris County Sheriff’s Office Releases Video of July 8, 2025, Critical Incident
Incident Date: July 8, 2025 Time: 12:50 a.m. Location: 700 N. San Jacinto Street Suspect: Alexis Jovany Cardenas, 32 Aug. 1, 2025 – The Harris County Sheriff’s Office has released relevant video footage from a critical incident that occurred on July 8, 2025. Alexis Jovany Cardenas, 32, died after engaging in a physical altercation with detention officers who were attempting to escort him out of the Harris County Jail. Cardenas was released from custody and […]
CANCELED: Unaccompanied Veteran Burial At The Central Texas State Veterans Cemetery
KILLEEN, Texas— The Unaccompanied Veteran Burial for Sergeant Major David Case Phillips at the Central Texas State Veterans Cemetery on Wednesday August 6, 2025 has been canceled. Sergeant Major Phillips’s family members have been located thanks to the efforts of the Warriors Remembrance Foundation, Inc. (WRFI). The family will proceed with a private ceremony. The Texas Veterans Land Board (VLB) is grateful for WRFI’s meticulous work to reunite this Veteran at rest with his family. Th […]
Commissioner Lesley Briones to Host Back to School Fairs With Free Resources For Families
Commissioner Lesley Briones invites residents to Precinct 4’s Back to School Resource Fairs! As a mother of three and a former teacher, Commissioner Briones understands the importance of setting students up for success by ensuring they have the necessary tools. These events will offer free resources, including backpacks filled with school supplies, immunizations, vision screenings, and free sports physicals, to help families prepare for the upcoming school year. The fairs will also feature games, interactive […]
USDA Opens Public Comment Period on Department Reorganization Plan
Washington, D.C. – U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins announced today the opening of a 30-day public comment period for stakeholders to provide feedback on the Department’s reorganization plan, as outlined in the Secretary’s memorandum (PDF, 2.6 MB) issued on July 24, 2025. “As committed, we are continuing to hear stakeholder feedback on the USDA Reorganization. All stakeholders – including Capitol Hill offices, USDA employees, and members of the agricultural community – are encouraged to share their […]
Texas Center for the Missing has CANCELLED a Houston Regional SILVER Alert CANCELLATION
Texas Center for the Missing has CANCELLED a Houston Regional Silver Alert on behalf of the Houston Police Department for 75-year-old Hector Gonzalez Cespedes. He was last seen Wednesday, 07/23/2025, at approximately 4:00 PM, on foot in the 3700 block of Cosby St, Houston, Tx., 77021. He was last seen wearing a white t-shirt, black shorts and black flip flops. Anyone with information concerning his whereabouts is asked to contact the Houston Police Department at […]
Senate Agriculture Committee Reviews Key USDA Nominees
By Bryson Stone WASHINGTON, DC – On Wednesday, July 23, the Senate Agriculture Committee held a confirmation hearing for Richard Fordyce, the nominee to serve as Under Secretary for the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Farm Production and Conservation (FPAC) mission area. Fordyce, a Missouri farmer and former Administrator of the Farm Service Agency (FSA), is widely respected across the agriculture community for his leadership and hands-on experience in farm policy and conservation. Following President […]
Derby Restaurant with Million Dollar Views Joins Houston Restaurant Weeks for the First Time!
WHO: Derby Restaurant WHAT: Located inside a state-of-the-art car storage facility and lifestyle membership club for motor enthusiasts and new to Houston Restaurant Weeks, Derby Restaurant is an excellent example of eatertainment. Every seat has a great view of its awesome members’ collector cars. They are serving up a three-course dinner menu for $39 per person! Menu choices include its famous Matt’s Bad-Ass Bacon, Blackened Chicken Cajun Pasta, Wagyu Cowboy Burger, and Apple Bread Pudding. To read about its […]