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Houston mayor on cultural tourism grants: 'Art is wonderful'

Nine individuals and nonprofit organizations in Houston are set to divvy up $87,500 in grants after the funds were awarded based on the way the Mayor’s Office of Cultural Affairs (MOCA) sees their work in furthering cultural tourism and resilience in the city.


Quintero: 'The Texas Legislature has a historic opportunity to provide substantial tax relief to all Texans'

James Quintero is pushing state lawmakers to do with taxes what he largely sees as in the best interest of taxpayers across the state.


Recent poll data reveals over 75% of Americans support domestic energy production

A new Trafalgar Group poll found that more than three out of four Americans agreed to support domestic energy production in the U.S.


Worthing High School teacher 'combines love for writing, helping others' as college adviser

In the end, Worthing High School English teacher Courtney Riley is happy he couldn’t escape his calling.


Helix Energy 'thrilled' to be awarded 5-well complete abandonment contract

Houston-based offshore energy company Helix Energy Solutions Group Inc. has scored a 5-well complete abandonment project with New Zealand’s Ministry of Business, Innovation & Employment (MBIE).


'We are delighted': Wong appointed to Encina Development Group Board of Directors

Encina Development Group has added H+ co-founder Elaine Wong to its board of directors.


'I want to use the rest of my time doing positive things': Coleman will not seek re-election in 2022

Veteran state Rep. Garnet Coleman (D-Houston) has announced he plans to retire and won’t be seeking re-election in 2022.


'Get your coat of armor': Hidalgo encourages vaccinated citizens to get booster shots

Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo is urging locals to follow her lead and get vaccinated.


'Get vaccinated to avoid a holiday spike': Harris County lowers COVID-19 threat level

Harris County officially lowered its COVID-19 threat from a system high red level to a peg lower orange level threat on Nov. 3.


Houston Astros infield believed to be 'one of the best infields around'

The spectacular has become routine for the vaunted Houston Astros infield of first baseman Yuli Gurriel, second baseman Jose Altuve, shortstop Carlos Correa and third baseman Alex Bregman.


University of Houston men's basketball ranked No. 15 in preseason poll

The University of Houston’s men’s basketball team is opening the season ranked No. 15 in the Associated Press preseason poll.


'We're an undisciplined team': Texans face Cardinals following loss to Indianapolis

Brandin Cooks doesn’t mince words about what he sees as the root cause of his Houston Texans struggles.


'I've been so fortunate and blessed': Cy-Fair's Benotti marks 800th career win

Cy-Fair High legendary volleyball coach Donna Benotti recently notched her 800th career win with many of the people that help make it happen looking.


Fort Bend Bush's Smallwood has 'always wanted to coach football, give back to community'

Fort Bend Bush High running backs Coach Kim Smallwood knows her way around the game.


Mattress Mack wagers 'exciting' $2 million bet on Astros World Series win

Jim “Mattress Mack” McIngvale is willing to put his money where his mouth is when it comes to the Houston Astros.


'I had an amazing team': Nimitz grad Stewart earns German Football League Championship title

Nimitz High grad Darrell Stewart now has in hand the German Football League (GFL) championship that he always saw for himself.


'I could feel the love': Kilgore College's McCoy commits to University of Houston

Kilgore College star receiver Willie McCoy has verbally committed to Houston, giving the Cougars their eighth recruit in a still growing 2022 class.


Pearland's Sherman named one of area's 'senior sleepers'

Pearland star linebacker Kvon Sherman isn’t a secret anymore.


Houston Texans wide receiver Moore promoted to active roster after 'phenomenal' performance

Houston Texans wide receiver Chris Moore is quickly making a lasting impression on team officials.


'I did my job': Covenant Christian's Kade Houston leads Cougars to win

Kade Houston feels an obligation to be everywhere for his Conroe Covenant Christian team.