AUSTIN – It is with great sadness that the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) announces the death of a Highway Patrol Trooper following a traffic crash in San Jacinto County. Trooper Jerry Wayne Adamick Jr., 44, was driving on […]
Fig-toberfest returns Oct. 4 to Angleton
Learn how to grow, harvest and enjoy figs September 16, 2025 – by Helen White The Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service office for Brazoria County is hosting the second annual Fig-toberfest on Oct. 4 in Angleton. Enjoy fun for all ages while learning about […]
Christian Menefee Endorsed by Houston Black American Democrats
HOUSTON, TX — Harris County Attorney Christian D. Menefee today announced the endorsement of the Houston Black American Democrats (H-BAD) in his campaign for Congress. The endorsement comes just days after Menefee secured unanimous support from the Harris County Tejano Democrats, adding to the […]
Mortgages for Foreign Nationals in the UK: What You Need to Know
Buying a home in the UK as a foreign national can feel complicated, but it’s absolutely possible. Lenders don’t all take the same approach, and the right option for you will depend on a combination of factors including your visa […]
2026 Youth Fish Art Contest Accepting Entries
ATHENS – The Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center (TFFC) has opened the Texas division of Wildlife Forever’s 2026 Fish Art Contest for entries. The Fish Art Contest will accept entries until Feb. 28, and is part of an international conservation education […]
The Power to Write Well Opens Doors of Opportunity for A Student’s Future
The power of the written word is strong. And the power of being able to easily write correct and grammatical sentences is powerful indeed. “The ability to write correctly is actually the ability to communicate effectively,” according to Anne Scott, an […]
Educational Website Focuses Upon Katy ISD & Helping Parents Help Their Children
Middle School Up Literacy is a new website launched with a laser-like focus to help Katy I.S.D. parents more effectively help advocate for their children in the public education system. The owners of the site say the Texas Education Agency […]
First Metropolitan Church to Host Blood Drive in Partnership with Gulf Coast Reginal Blood Center
Join us at First Metropolitan Church on Sunday, September 28 from 10:00 AM – 2:30 PM in partnership with the Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center 8870 W. Sam Houston Pkwy N., Houston, TX 77040All donors will receive a FREE pair […]
Coca-Cola’s Classic Christmas Returns to the Houston Area with an All-New Alpine Adventure
The beloved immersive holiday experience is back—bigger, brighter, and more magical than ever – at a new location! HOUSTON, TX, (September 11, 2025) — The countdown to holiday magic begins!! Coca-Cola’s Classic Christmas, the wildly popular immersive holiday light and […]
Velcro’s Secret Life Beyond Fastening
When most people think of Velcro, they picture kids’ shoes, winter jackets, or the flap of a bag snapping neatly shut. While those are the everyday uses, Velcro’s story doesn’t stop there. In fact, it plays a bigger role in […]


