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Governor Abbott supports new TEA open education resource initiative
By Houston Daily | May 30, 2024
Governor Greg Abbott today issued a statement supporting the Texas Education Agency’s (TEA) new open education resource (OER) instructional materials unveiled this morning.
Week ending May 18: Fort Bend County home sales
By Houston Daily | May 30, 2024
There were 137 reported residential sales in Fort Bend County in the week ending May 18, according to BlockShopper.com.
Mayor Whitmire appoints Thomas Muñoz as acting director of public safety
By Houston Daily | May 30, 2024
May 30, 2024 -- Mayor John Whitmire has appointed Thomas Muñoz as the acting Director of the Mayor's Office of Public Safety and Homeland Security. Muñoz most recently served as the Deputy Director for this office and will maintain his role as Emergency Management Coordinator for the Office of Emergency Management. Muñoz's appointment follows the retirement of George Buenik, who had served in the position since 2017.
University develops method for simple blood test-based cancer detection
By Houston Daily | May 30, 2024
A University of Houston researcher has developed a new method to detect cancer, potentially simplifying the process to a blood test. The technique, boasting a 98.7% accuracy rate, merges PANORAMA imaging with fluorescent imaging to identify cancer at its earliest stages and enhance treatment efficacy.
McCaul seeks veteran or military spouse for College Station office
By Houston Daily | May 30, 2024
Congressman Michael McCaul (R-Texas) is seeking veterans, Gold Star Family Members, and active-duty military spouses for a position in his College Station district office. The selected individual will work with Texas' 10th Congressional district's military and veteran constituents. Responsibilities include handling veterans-related casework and facilitating communication between constituents and federal, state, and local agencies.
McCaul, Quigley introduce resolution marking May as National Brain Tumor Awareness Month
By Houston Daily | May 30, 2024
Congressmen Michael McCaul (R-Texas) and Mike Quigley (D-Ill.) have introduced a resolution recognizing May 2024 as National Brain Tumor Awareness Month.
Rep. Nehls responds to President Trump trial verdict
By Houston Daily | May 30, 2024
WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, Congressman Troy E. Nehls (R-TX-22) released a statement regarding the President Trump trial verdict.
Success On The Spectrum founder: ‘I could cry happy tears at the memory of 2024 Autism Prom’
By Houston Daily | May 29, 2024
Success On The Spectrum founder Nichole Daher said she "could cry happy tears" after seeing children and their families make friends at the annual Autism Prom event held April 7. Daher shared her statement with Houston Daily on May 17.
Abbott honors fallen heroes at Central Texas State Veterans Cemetery
By Houston Daily | May 28, 2024
Governor Greg Abbott today recognized the men and women of the U.S. Armed Forces who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to the country at the Central Texas State Veterans Cemetery Memorial Day ceremony in Killeen.
Governor Abbott renews wildfire disaster proclamation for multiple Texas counties
By Houston Daily | May 28, 2024
Governor Greg Abbott has amended and renewed the wildfire disaster proclamation initially issued on February 27, 2024. The original proclamation certified that wildfires beginning on February 23, 2024, posed an imminent threat of widespread or severe damage, injury, or loss of life or property in several counties.
Researchers identify new subset of cancer-killing t-cells
By Houston Daily | May 28, 2024
A team of cancer researchers, led by the University of Houston, has discovered a new subset of T cells that may improve outcomes for patients treated with T-cell therapies.
House Republicans introduce resolution celebrating 100 years of U.S. Border Patrol
By Houston Daily | May 28, 2024
Today, Congressman Michael McCaul (R-Texas), chairman emeritus of the House Committee on Homeland Security, joined the Homeland Security Committee to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the U.S. Border Patrol by introducing a resolution. This resolution emphasizes the House Homeland Security Committee Republicans' commitment and support for those on the frontline of what they describe as the Biden Administration's border crisis.
6018 Gussie Mae Lane, Sienna Plantation sold by Earl Johnston Rudolph and Johnston Deborah Lee
By Houston Daily | May 27, 2024
On May 22, Rudolph Earl Johnston, Johnston Deborah Lee, Benko Rory Miles, Weedman Rhiannon Leigh, Campbell Melinda Lynn, Andrea Nicole McDonald, McDonald Andrea Nicole and Edward Johnston Thomas purchased a property at 6018 Gussie Mae Lane, Sienna Plantation from Earl Johnston Rudolph and Johnston Deborah Lee appraised at $11,100.
Roddy Keith Ellis and Marie Roddy Jean unload 12 Vieux Carre, Sienna Plantation
By Houston Daily | May 27, 2024
A property at 12 Vieux Carre, Sienna Plantation was sold on May 22 by Roddy Keith Ellis and Marie Roddy Jean for $432,928. The buyers were Sameena Abbasi Beg and Suleman Beg and Sameena Abbasi Beg Mirza (revocable trust).
Alfred and Elise Free unload 3111 Mission Valley Drive, Missouri City
By Houston Daily | May 27, 2024
A property at 3111 Mission Valley Drive, Missouri City was sold on May 22 by Alfred and Elise Free for $207,810. The buyer was Citywide ATM Inc.
1847 Hilton Head Drive, Missouri City unloaded by Miguel Torres and Angelica Rodriguez
By Houston Daily | May 27, 2024
A property at 1847 Hilton Head Drive, Missouri City was sold on May 22 by Miguel Torres and Angelica Rodriguez for $197,590. The buyer was Plan B Financial LLC.
1031 Andover Glen Drive, Fresno sold by Jones Rivera M.
By Houston Daily | May 27, 2024
On May 22, Fusilier Danye Monique purchased a property at 1031 Andover Glen Drive, Fresno from Jones Rivera M.
Oscar and Shanell D. Garcia acquire 4214 Billy Lane, Fresno, appraised at $27,310
By Houston Daily | May 27, 2024
On May 22, Oscar and Shanell D. Garcia purchased a property at 4214 Billy Lane, Fresno from Drew Ponkonin and Diane Dyon Monroe.
635 Fm 360 Road, Beasley unloaded by Tabitha A. Agany, John G. Ajak and A. Agany Tabitha
By Houston Daily | May 27, 2024
On May 22, Abdifatah Sheikh purchased a property at 635 Fm 360 Road, Beasley from Tabitha A. Agany, John G. Ajak and A. Agany Tabitha.