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News from April 2022


Southwest Management District Board of Directors met March 28

Southwest Management District Board of Directors met Monday, March 28.


Astros on successful home opener: 'Opening up the homestand victorious!'

After a month of playing away from Minute Maid Park going back to when spring training began, the Houston Astros returned home and treated the visiting Los Angeles Angels to an 8-3 thumping on Monday night (April 18).


Patricia Ann Martinez

Patricia Ann Martinez (September 18, 1962 - April 18, 2022)


Johnny Ray Wiggins Jr.

Johnny Ray Wiggins Jr. (December 20, 1990 - April 16, 2022)


Denise Lynn Glover

Denise Lynn Glover (January 24, 1966 - April 15, 2022)


Steven Jay Singer

Steven Jay Singer (November 14, 1946 - April 17, 2022)


Judith Ann Palmer

Judith Ann Palmer (November 28, 1940 - April 18, 2022)


County paid $885,000 on the vaccine contract after Hidalgo decided to cancel it

The more we learn about Harris County’s vaccine outreach contract, the more it stinks. 


'Nothing of substance has been done': FGI criticizes Biden's energy policy

The Biden administration's latest decision pertaining to high gas prices has been to invoke the Defense Production Act, which pertains to electric vehicles, not American energy production.


Myres on new TSU, Texans partnership: 'This is a win for TSU, this is a win for the Texans'

The Houston Texans and Texas Southern University (TSU) have formed a two-year partnership to help student-athletes, according to a team-issued press release.


Osterman on jersey retirement: 'Honored, blessed and grateful for the outpour of support and [birthday] wishes'

A Cypress Springs High School graduate who went on to become one of the best American softball players of all time received a memorable birthday present on Saturday (April 16) from the collegiate program for which she starred during the early 21st Century.


Five Corners Improvement District Board of Directors met March 25

Five Corners Improvement District Board of Directors met Friday, March 25.


City of Houston Bicycle Advisory Committee Education Subcommittee met March 23

City of Houston Bicycle Advisory Committee Education Subcommittee met Wednesday, March 23.


Nettles after TABC closure of north Houston bar: 'Prostitution is one of the leading indicators of even more serious organized criminal activity'

A bar on Houston's north side sits shuttered after the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission (TABC) ordered it closed over workers' allegations of human trafficking and prostitution, according to a report from Houston CBS affiliate KHOU. TABC officials revoked the liquor license of Las Vegas Night Club at 12629 W. Hardy Rd., KHOU reported.


Murder victim's relative on new minimum bail requirement: 'We're very happy that this motion passed'

A new rule approved by the Harris County Bail Bond Board last Wednesday (April 13) increases the minimum bail requirement for violent felonies from 2% to 10%, according to reports from Houston-based media outlets.


Wilfalk on sanitation worker shortage: 'It means that at times, at certain times throughout the week, services might get compromised'

Houston's sanitation department is experiencing a labor shortage, according to a report from Houston NBC affiliate KPRC.


Enjoy art, sing karaoke, and go on a ghost tour this week in Houston

Enjoy art, sing karaoke, and go on a ghost tour this week in Houston.


Fort Bend Subsidence District Board of Directors met Dec. 15

Fort Bend Subsidence District Board of Directors met Wednesday, Dec. 15.


McConnell: ‘Prices are soaring way faster than workers’ pay growth’

As record-high gasoline prices continue to sweep the state averaging above $4 per gallon, the newest inflation number of 8.5% has impacted prices across the board, hurting American finances.


City of Houston Bicycle Advisory Committee Education Subcommittee met Dec. 15

City of Houston Bicycle Advisory Committee Education Subcommittee met Wednesday, Dec. 15.