Research by Junior Achievement Coincides with National Entrepreneurship Month, which is in November A recent survey for Junior Achievement (JA) by research firm ENGINE Insights shows that nearly one-in-four teens (22%) say they are less likely to consider starting a business as an adult due to the impact of COVID-19 on small business. The release of the survey results coincides with National Entrepreneurship Month in November. The 2020 survey of 1,000 teens between the ages […]
COVID-19
Flu Season + Upcoming Holidays = COVID-19 Risks, so Get Tested for FREE
COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations are increasing in our community. Wash your hands frequently, wear a mask and stay 6 feet from others when in public, get your flu shot and get tested for COVID-19. Testing locations are below. Most are open Monday-Saturday from 8am-3pm. Exceptions are highlighted in red. Children can also be tested at these sites. Register at www.hcphtx.org or call 832-927-7575. M.O. Campbell Education Center Open Mon-Fri 12pm-7pmOpen Sat., Nov. 14 10:00 am to 3:00 pm 865 Aldine Bender, FM 525, […]
HCDE Announces Grant Allocations of $207,013 to Local School Districts
From the Desk of HCDE Board President Eric Dick “Harris County is fortunate enough to have a Department of Education,” says Harris County Department of Education (HCDE) Board Chairman Eric Dick. “Though the various businesses HCDE owns, we are able to take a nominal tax rate and turn it into serious money. We turn $1 of tax revenues into $5 of governmental services. We love education and use the profits to support our local school […]
Veterans Memorial Wall Unveiled at Parkway Place Senior Living Community
Senior adults honored the service of resident and employee military veterans in a socially distanced ceremony streamed throughout the community. Two days ahead of Veteran’s Day, Buckner Parkway Place unveiled its Veterans Memorial Wall inside the senior living community. The unveiling ceremony featured resident and employee military veterans in front of a small, socially distanced crowd of senior adults. The ceremony was also streamed throughout the community on the Parkway Place TV channel. The Parkway Place Veterans […]
YMCA Of Greater Houston Receives Funding For Covid-19 Child Care Assistance
Programs provide free tuition to help families in need get back to work In response to the economic crisis facing the community, child care providers, and families due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Harris County has awarded the YMCA of Greater Houston funding to support residents with child care and virtual learning services to help them get back to work in their communities. This funding is a result of the Harris County Commissioners Court’s unanimous vote to spend […]
Houston Livestock Show And Rodeo Announces Plans For 2021 Livestock Show
Today, the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo announced its commitment to the 2021 Junior Livestock Show, supporting the Rodeo’s mission of promoting agriculture and supporting Texas youth. In order to safely host a livestock competition and follow the health and safety guidelines, the 2021 Livestock Show will focus primarily on the Junior Show and select Youth Show events, foregoing its mostly adult-focused Open Show. “Our efforts will be focused on providing a safe experience for […]
Head Start Resumes In-Person Education
A comprehensive back-to-school orientation had made the first smooth-sailing day for HCDE Head Start Compton Center Manager Merevonna Daniel, her employees, students, and their families. Daniel explained that only one child had cried. Children at both HCDE Head Start and Early Head Start centers are now attending school in person. All centers adopt CDC protocols. Students and staff are met at the door and checked for temperatures — a pre-class emailed survey of COVID-19 symptoms. […]
Veteran HCSO Deputy Dies from COVID-19
The Harris County Sheriff’s Office is mourning the death of Deputy Johnny Tunches, who died Tuesday after a courageous battle against COVID-19. He is the third Sheriff’s Office deputy to die after contracting COVID-19. Sergeant Raymond Scholwinski died on May 6 and Deputy Juan Menchaca died on June 13. Deputy Johnny Tunches, 56, had been hospitalized for almost a month after contracting COVID-19. He was a 29-year veteran of the Harris County Sheriff’s Office and […]
Kristi Kincaid Chosen For Special Recognition At Travel Event
Travel Weekly is proud to announce that professional travel advisor Kristi Kincaid was selected to participate in the STAR (Select Travel Advisor Recognition) Program during its annual CruiseWorld event. STAR participants must meet strict qualifying criteria and demonstrate what it means to be a qualified professional in the travel industry. CruiseWorld brings together approximately 800 travel industry professionals to participate in certification programs, hear from c-level industry executives, and partake in immersive educational and networking […]
Election Day Test Site Hours Make It Easy to Vote and Get Tested for COVID-19
New Stationary Site Opens in Katy Tuesday’s Election Day testing hours at 8 am – 12 pm so residents can get tested and still have time to vote. There are many locations, including a new stationary site for Katy area residents. COVID-19 cases are beginning to increase again in our community, so take precautions, get your flu shot and get tested for COVID-19. Testing is free. Get your results in 2-4 days. Monday–Saturday locations Children can also […]