2020

On Saturday, July 18, 2020, Memorial MUD hosted a formal ribbon cutting ceremony

On Saturday, July 18, 2020, Memorial MUD hosted a formal ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate the pedestrian bridge joining the communities of Oak Park trails and Westgreen Park.  Due to COVID-19, the event had limited in person attendance but was well attended through streaming live video.  A copy of that video can be found here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uF3GMt8I6H8&feature=youtu.be&fbclid=IwAR2gbHjj0cY_F8Hi4-a6EXzvi1YownlaKUSMAy_dcrBaZeCdRoPDfWyoVII. These communities are divided by the T-103 canal that drains into the Buffalo Bayou, and with this pedestrian bridge […]

Willow Fork Drainage District Update – April 17, 2020

Park and Trail Guidelines During COVID-19 Willow Fork Drainage District is continuing its decision of March 12 to close park facilities and postpone events until further notice. Recognizing that spending as little as 20 minutes in a park is enough to improve well-being, WFDD is allowing visitors who practice recommended social distancing to step outside and enjoy nature on trails and in open green spaces. To support CDC guidelines and county orders, the following measures continue at WFDD facilities: […]

HARRIS COUNTY CLERK | Jury Calls Cancelled Through March 31, 2020

Houston, March 17, 2020 – As we stay alert to the ever changing news from the Coronavirus outbreak, public safety and our community’s well-being is at the forefront of every action. Accordingly, as of March 17, 2020 all jury calls have been suspended through Tuesday, March 31, 2020. Jurors who have received a summons for dates through March 31 do not need to appear and do not have to reschedule their service. Reassessments will be considered […]

Effective March 17, 2020, Social Security Offices Will Only Offer Phone Service

** Online Services Remain Available ** All local Social Security offices will be closed to the public for in-person service starting Tuesday, March 17, 2020.  This decision protects the population we serve—older Americans and people with underlying medical conditions—and our employees during the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.  However, we are still able to provide critical services. Our secure and convenient online services remain available at www.socialsecurity.gov.  Local offices will also continue to provide critical services over […]

Harris County Releases Further Public Guidance for COVID-19, Valid until March 31, 2020

Harris County Public Guidance – March 12, 2020 These steps are recommended until March 31, 2020 or until otherwise noted. Guidance for People at Higher Risk for Severe COVID-19 Illness People at higher risk of severe illness should stay home and away from large groups of people as much as possible, including public places with lots of people and large gatherings where there will be close contact with others. Gatherings of seniors or other people […]

national awards and earned praise at the Junior Theater Festival Atlanta, which happened January 17-19, 2020.

2020 Junior Theater Festival AtlantaInspiration StagePictured inFreddie G award for Excellence in Music-Inspiration Stage.jpgfrom left:composer and lyricist Rob Rokicki (The Lightening Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical), SeanBracher, Sarah Patterson, and Lotte Wakeham, artistic director of the Octagon Theatre inBolton, U.K. and Broadway’s Matilda the Musical associate director.Photo credit:James BarkerPhotography

This weekend local students representing Houston area groups – including   in Houston: The JET-PAC and Wildfish Theatre Company in Pearland: Inspiration Stage in Sugar Land: Purple Box Theater   won national awards and earned praise at the Junior Theater Festival Atlanta, which happened January 17-19, 2020. A press release follows. We’ve attached two photos. All photos of the students are here. A caption sheet is here. Inspiration Stage Pictured in Matilda JR 1.jpg: The company of Inspiration Stage performs a selection from Roald […]

Houston Grand Opera presents new production of Verdi’s Aida Jan.31 – Feb. 16, 2020

What:   Verdi’s timeless Aida returns to the Wortham stage in an awe-inspiring new production directed by Phelim McDermott. This stunning new design is enhanced by the incorporation of visionary artists Basil Twist’s silk choreography. Set in ancient Egypt during the pinnacle of war, the captive princess Aida falls in love with a conquering general and must choose between true love and loyalty to her country. Verdi’s powerful music heightens the unforgettable story of betrayal and sacrifice. Celebrated American soprano and […]

Houston Grand Opera presents new production of Verdi’s Aida Jan.31 – Feb. 16, 2020

What:   Verdi’s timeless Aida returns to the Wortham stage in an awe-inspiring new production directed by Phelim McDermott. This stunning new design is enhanced by the incorporation of visionary artists Basil Twist’s silk choreography. Set in ancient Egypt during the pinnacle of war, the captive princess Aida falls in love with a conquering general and must choose between true love and loyalty to her country. Verdi’s powerful music heightens the unforgettable story of betrayal and sacrifice. Celebrated American soprano and […]