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News from April 2022


Harris County Commissioners to consider $40,000 per month for no-bid contract for 'executive protection services'

On tomorrow’s Commissioners Court agenda (Item No. 201) is a request from the Purchasing Department to approve a no-bid contract to XMi Protection, LLC for three months of “executive protection services for the Harris County Office of County Administration” at a cost of $121,000. 


LyondellBasell interim CEO on decision to shutter Houston plant: 'These decisions are never easy'

Netherlands-based multinational chemical company LyondellBasell has decided to close its refinery in Houston by the end of next year, Houston FOX affiliate KRIV reported.


Favor's Bath on app's unique job offering: 'We're excited for our new Chief Taco Officer'

A Texas-based on-demand delivery app recently announced a job opening that appeals to lovers of a classic staple of Mexican cuisine.


Astros' Sehgal on record-setting sales for Space City jerseys: 'The details and storytelling within the uniform is what really makes it special'

The launch of the Houston Astros' new City Connect jerseys earlier this month yielded record-setting sales, according to a team-issued press release.


Rice rugby captain on former international star killed in car crash: 'He was just a very servant-minded person, very selfless'

A police chase, allegedly led by a teen motorist, claimed the life of a former international rugby star on Friday (April 22), according to a report from Houston CBS affiliate KHOU.


City of Houston Regulatory and Neighborhood Affairs Committee met April 8

City of Houston Regulatory and Neighborhood Affairs Committee met Friday, April 8.


City of Houston Quality of Life Committee met April 7

City of Houston Quality of Life Committee met Thursday, April 7.


Ethel Mae B. Larry

Ethel Mae B. Larry (April 20, 2022)


Paula Caballero

Paula Caballero (January 25, 1928 - April 26, 2022)


Jo Cofer

Jo Cofer (August 8, 1932 - April 23, 2022)


Addie Frances Trahan

Addie Frances Trahan (March 19, 1932 - April 25, 2022)


Joe Glenn Washington

Joe Glenn Washington (January 3, 1945 - April 26, 2022)


COVID-19 hospitalizations at Texas Medical Center down 17% over past week

A total of 140 COVID-19 patients were hospitalized at Texas Medical Center facilities over the past week, a 17% decrease from the previous week, according to TMC affiliates in the nine-county Houston area.


Houston Happenings April 25-May 1

April 25 – Seismique: Enjoy this beautiful art museum that includes over 40 unique exhibits full of lights, sounds, colors and unique elements.


Brays Oaks Management District Board of Directors met Dec. 16

Brays Oaks Management District Board of Directors met Thursday, Dec. 16.


Patsy Gale Sharver

Patsy Gale Sharver (August 11, 1943 - April 17, 2022)


Beatrice Mary George

Beatrice Mary George (January 7, 1928 - April 11, 2022)


Allene Woheidy

Allene Woheidy (July 27, 1948 - April 17, 2022)


Mary Cannon Fuller

Mary Cannon Fuller (July 9, 1927 - April 16, 2022)


Richard Kinney

Richard Kinney (February 8, 1930 - April 16, 2022)