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News from 2021
'You are not alone': The Bridge Over Troubled Waters urges domestic abuse survivors to seek help following murder of League City school principal
By Andy Nghiem | May 23, 2021
On May 12, a Texas elementary school principal, Erica Rene Allen, 35, was found dead in front of her League City home, the victim of an apparent murder-suicide.
Mourning lost teammate, Summer Creek boys track team clinches first Class 6A title 'in school history'
By John Suayan | May 23, 2021
Winning a championship is an unforgettable moment all around, but for the Summer Creek High School boys track and field team, the program’s second state title is bittersweet.
'A perfect kind of match': Splendora's Schulz hired as new Humble athletic coordinator, football coach
By John Suayan | May 22, 2021
Humble has a new athletic coordinator and head football coach in Splendora’s Marcus Schulz, the Humble ISD Athletic Department announced on May 19.
New segment of Sims Bayou Greenway will 'connect communities east and west of I-45'
By Trina Thomas | May 22, 2021
A groundbreaking ceremony was held recently for a new Sims Bayou Greenway that would connect its trails in the Houston area.
'Masks will be optional at La Porte ISD as of June 1' following Abbott's executive order
By Andy Nghiem | May 22, 2021
Houston Daily recently reached out to Adam Holland, director of Communications and Community Relations at La Porte Independent School District (ISD), to inquire if the school district would stop requiring masks in accordance with the governor's latest executive order.
'Masks will be optional at all Aldine ISD campuses, administrative buildings,' superintendent says
By Christina Heath | May 22, 2021
Beginning Saturday, June 5, masks will be optional at all Aldine Independent School District (ISD) campuses and administrative buildings, as a result of Gov. Greg Abbott's recent executive order.
Spring ISD will 'comply with the order' to stop requiring masks for students after June 4
By Andy Nghiem | May 22, 2021
Houston Daily recently reached out to Sylvia Wood, chief communications officer of Spring Independent School District (ISD) to inquire if the school district would stop requiring masks in accordance with the governor's latest executive order.
Spring Branch ISD board to vote on 'making masks optional' for students beginning May 25
By Andy Nghiem | May 22, 2021
Houston Daily recently reached out to Terry Walker, Communications and Community Engagement executive director of Spring Branch Independent School District (ISD), to inquire if the school district would stop requiring masks in accordance with the governor's latest executive order.
Hallsville ISD to continue 'masks optional' policy following Abbott's latest executive order lifting mask mandates
By Andy Nghiem | May 22, 2021
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott recently issued an executive order prohibiting Texas schools from requiring students, staff and faculty to wear masks after Friday, June 4.
McCaul, Swalwell reintroduce the Homicide Victims’ Families Rights Act 'to give families tools to work with law enforcement to pursue justice'
By Karla Florez | May 22, 2021
U.S. Reps. Michael McCaul (R-Houston) and Eric Swalwell (D-CA) recently presented the bipartisan Homicide Victims’ Families Rights Act to amplify resources for families who seek justice for their loved ones who became victims of a homicide.
Crossbridge Church clears medical debt for hundreds of Fort Bend County residents to 'show Christ’s love in a tangible way'
By Andy Nghiem | May 22, 2021
Crossbridge Church in Sugar Land recently paid off $1.9 million in medical debts for hundreds of Fort Bend County residents.
Houston City Council approves aerospace facility to implement 'new technologies that can make our manufacturing more efficient'
By Karla Florez | May 22, 2021
The Houston City Council unanimously voted in favor of Collins Aerospace's new aerospace facility and Axiom Space's new development project.
McCaul: Biden has neglected to 'secure our border' after nearly 6,000 pounds of fentanyl seized
By Karla Florez | May 21, 2021
U.S. Customs and Border Protection has reported a rise in fentanyl findings, with figures rising higher than last year’s.
Green: Jan. 6 Capitol attack was an 'act of terrorism against our democracy'
By Christina Heath | May 21, 2021
The U.S. House of Representatives have passed House Resolution 3233 (HR 3233), which establishes a National Commission to investigate the Jan. 2 attacks on the United States Capitol Complex.
Second Baptist coach attributes 2021 TAPPS Division II State Championship win to 'steady' team with 'great mindsets'
By John Suayan | May 21, 2021
For the first time in its history, Houston Second Baptist School has a state championship in softball.
McCaul: 'We need to show strength, not weakness when it comes to our alliance with Israel'
By Alexus Barnhart | May 21, 2021
As the ongoing violence between Israel and Hamas continues, Texas Rep. Micheal McCaul (R Austin) speaks out on supporting Israel's plan for continued self-defense against the militant group.
Brady sends 'big congrats' to Porter High School students for STEM contest win
By Karla Florez | May 21, 2021
U.S. Rep. Kevin Brady (R-The Woodlands) publicly praised a group of Porter High School students for winning the 11th annual STEM contest related to the production of resolutions to address real issues occurring worldwide.
Bay Area Christian ends 50-year title drought for boys' sports teams with baseball crown
By John Suayan | May 21, 2021
With Jake Martinez throwing a complete game and knocking a key two-out hit, League City Bay Area Christian took home the first TAPPS Division 3 Championship in school history, beating Lubbock Trinity Christian 3-1 at Waco ISD Stadium on May 14.
Rosehill Christian falls short in quest for third state championship
By John Suayan | May 21, 2021
A year after the COVID-19 pandemic wiped out its season, Tomball Rosehill Christian’s baseball program tried to make up for lost time, going as far as the TAPPS Baseball Division IV championship game at the Waco ISD Complex.
'The Lone Star State continues to defeat COVID-19': Abbott bans government mask mandates in Texas
By John Kelly | May 21, 2021
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott issued an executive order banning governmental entities from having mask mandates.