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News from April 2022
Late deputy constable's sister: 'It’s just hard to come to terms with'
By John Suayan | Apr 6, 2022
Jocelyn Fowler said that her sister, the late Harris County Precinct 7 Deputy Constable Jennifer Chavis, had a bright future to look forward to until a fatal car crash claimed her life at the age of 32 on April 2, according to a report from Houston NBC affiliate KPRC.
Ogg on $7.5 million for prosecutor positions: 'We made some headway'
By John Suayan | Apr 6, 2022
The Harris County Commissioners Court approved $7.5 million to fund prosecutor positions in the Harris County District Attorney's Office on Tuesday (April 5), Houston CBS affiliate KHOU reported.
Rebecca Thacker
By Houston Daily reports | Apr 6, 2022
Rebecca Thacker (April 30, 1984 - April 4, 2022)
Ana Maria Saucedo
By Houston Daily reports | Apr 6, 2022
Ana Maria Saucedo (May 26, 1950 - April 5, 2022)
James Yeggins
By Houston Daily reports | Apr 6, 2022
James Yeggins (November 30, 1950 - March 30, 2022)
Helen Lee Thayer
By Houston Daily reports | Apr 6, 2022
Helen Lee Thayer (September 10, 1937 - April 1, 2022)
Reliant's Killinger on new partnership with Astros: 'We share a strong commitment to Houston and fans everywhere'
By John Suayan | Apr 6, 2022
Reliant and the Houston Astros have entered into a new multi-year partnership. According to a press release, Reliant, which is part of NRG Energy, has been named the official energy provider of the Astros.
Harris County Appraisal District Board of Directors met March 16
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Apr 6, 2022
Harris County Appraisal District Board of Directors met Wednesday, March 16.
Houston Firefighters Relief and Retirement Fund Board of Trustees met March 15
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Apr 6, 2022
Houston Firefighters Relief and Retirement Fund Board of Trustees met Tuesday, March 15.
Falls County sheriff on ill-fated flight from Houston: 'I don’t know if it was mechanical failure or maybe something else'
By John Suayan | Apr 6, 2022
A small aircraft that took off from Houston Executive Airport for Waco Regional Airport crashed near the Central Texas city of Marlin on Tuesday (April 5), according to a report from Houston CBS affiliate KHOU. The station reported that the aviation accident killed two people.
RodeoHouston on next year's event: 'We can’t wait to welcome y’all back'
By John Suayan | Apr 5, 2022
Fresh from concluding its 90th anniversary event, the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo (HLSR) has released its dates for 2023, Houston-based media outlets reported. According to the HLSR official Twitter account, the 2023 version of RodeoHouston will be held from Feb. 28 to March 19, 2023.
Texans' Grissom on upcoming draft party: 'Miller Outdoor Theatre is an iconic venue'
By John Suayan | Apr 5, 2022
After nearly 20 seasons of hosting fans at NRG Stadium for the NFL Draft, the Houston Texans have decided to take the party outside. The franchise will have its 2022 Draft Party at Miller Outdoor Theatre on April 28.
Ludwick on new UST tuition-free initiative for eligible freshmen: 'It’s a huge opportunity at no cost to these students'
By John Suayan | Apr 5, 2022
A private Catholic university in Houston has launched a new initiative that will cover the tuition and fees of eligible full-time freshmen students enrolled for the upcoming fall semester, according to a report from Houston NBC affiliate KPRC. According to the University of St. Thomas-Houston (UST), its St. Thomas Promise program is open to students of all faiths and seeks to meet the needs of families who are financially struggling.
Triathlon organizers on competitor's passing: 'We share our greatest sympathies with the family and friends of the athlete'
By John Suayan | Apr 5, 2022
A participant of the Ironman 70.3 Texas, that recently took place in Galveston, died following the event, organizers said, according to reports from Houston-based media outlets. The triathlon's Facebook page said that the athlete required and received medical attention during the swim portion.
Gwendolyn L. Gilmore
By Houston Daily reports | Apr 5, 2022
Gwendolyn L. Gilmore (September 26, 1939 - April 6, 2022)
Helen Lee Thayer
By Houston Daily reports | Apr 5, 2022
Helen Lee Thayer (September 10, 1937 - April 1, 2022)
Kee Woong Ohm
By Houston Daily reports | Apr 5, 2022
Kee Woong Ohm (December 1, 1973 - April 4, 2022)
Allene Davison Skalla
By Houston Daily reports | Apr 5, 2022
Allene Davison Skalla (July 26, 1933 - April 5, 2022)
Roger Wayne Garner
By Houston Daily reports | Apr 5, 2022
Roger Wayne Garner (May 25, 1966 - April 1, 2022)