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Hanukkah celebrations underway in Houston: 'May the lights continue to shine now and always'
By Bob Martin | Nov 30, 2021
As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to wane in the U.S., Hanukkah traditions that could not be observed last year are making a comeback.
EPA to help with Fifth Ward cleanup with focus on Union Pacific site: 'The whole street has died'
By Bob Martin | Nov 28, 2021
An inactive Union Pacific railroad facility located in Houston’s Fifth Ward identified as the cause of a “cancer cluster” two years ago is on the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) radar for quicker clean up, KHOU reported.
'Pray to God for healing': Oiler Hall of Famer Culp diagnosed with stage 4 pancreatic cancer
By Bob Martin | Nov 22, 2021
Houston Oilers Hall of Fame Defensive Lineman Curley Culp announced through Twitter on Nov. 16 that he has stage 4 pancreatic cancer.
Newcomer Shadow Creek girls' hoops aims to continue momentum at 6A level
By Bob Martin | Nov 16, 2021
The Shadow Creek girls’ basketball team is coming off a season where the Sharks went 25-5 and reached the Regional Championship for the first time, and the team looks to continue its success with a team returning five starters.
O'Rourke announces he is running for Texas governor
By Bob Martin | Nov 15, 2021
Democrat Beto O’Rourke announced today that he is throwing his hat in the ring for the race for Texas governor in 2022.
Astros' Baker, Garcia finalists for awards
By Bob Martin | Nov 14, 2021
The accolades for the Houston Astros keep coming with Dusty Baker being nominated for American League Manager of the Year and pitcher Luis Garcia being named a finalist for the American League Rookie of the Year, according to MLB.com.
'The staff and I gave it all we had': Dynamo opts not to bring back coach Tab Ramos
By Bob Martin | Nov 14, 2021
After finishing in last place for the second straight season, the Houston Dynamo have decided not to bring back head coach Tab Ramos for another season, according to MLSsoccer.com
Rice Owls go undefeated in Conference USA, enter playoffs as top seed
By Bob Martin | Nov 14, 2021
The Rice University Owls have dominated the volleyball court for two straight seasons and the Owls are back in the title hunt going into the Conference USA Championship as the No. 1 seed.
'Let's go get it': Gurriel, Baker return to the Astros for 2022
By Bob Martin | Nov 11, 2021
The Astros have begun looking toward the future just days after a loss to the Atlanta Braves in the World Series, and most recently Houston has picked up first baseman Yuli Gurriel’s club option and given Manager Dusty Baker a one-year extension, according to MLB.com.
Correa, Gurriel win first Gold Gloves of their careers
By Bob Martin | Nov 11, 2021
For the first time in both of their careers, Carlos Correa and Yuli Gurriel of the Houston Astros were awarded a Gold Glove, making them the top defensive players at shortstop and first base, respectively.
'Deanin' it Yourself' video channel by mechanical engineering expert aimed at helping with home repairs
By Bob Martin | Oct 29, 2021
Dodec Inc. Vice President Dean Lindo has a YouTube video explaining how to fix any garbage disposal, which is on a channel called "Deanin' It Yourself," aimed at people trying to fix appliances at home.
Babylon, Microsoft collaborate to improve healthcare experience
By Bob Martin | Oct 21, 2021
Healthcare company Babylon announced Oct. 18 it is collaborating with technology giant Microsoft in an effort to improve the overall healthcare experience for patients and providers.