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Karen Elaine Weiskopf
By Houston Daily reports | Feb 14, 2023
July 2, 1955 - February 6, 2023 (67 years old)
Senate Committee questions price tag of new PUC grid plan, has concern for consumer cost
By Houston Daily Report | Feb 14, 2023
On Feb. 7, the Texas Senate Committee on Business and Commerce held a hearing on the Public Utility Commission's (PUC) plan to overhaul the Texas energy grid. PUC Chairman Peter Lake answered questions from the committee. Several senators displayed their skepticism over whether the plan would work, pointing out their concerns with the plan's novel nature. Specific issues raised by senators include questions over the price tag for the plan and its ability to attract new generators to the market.
Gonzalez on FBI review of Harris County Jail deaths: 'I want our community to fully trust our commitment to transparency and full accountability'
By John Suayan | Feb 14, 2023
The country’s top law enforcement agency approved Harris County Sheriff Ed Gonzalez’s request on Monday to investigate two in-jail custody deaths at the Harris County Jail, per reports from Houston-based media outlets.
Astros' Brown on five-year contract extension for hurler Javier: 'We are really excited about signing him to a long-term deal'
By John Suayan | Feb 14, 2023
A key member of the Houston Astros’ starting rotation has been awarded an extension, per a report on the incumbent World Series champions’ website.
Harris County Appraisal District Board of Directors met Jan. 18
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Feb 14, 2023
Harris County Appraisal District Board of Directors met Wednesday, Jan. 18
Houston Firefighters Relief and Retirement Fund Board of Trustees met Jan. 17
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Feb 14, 2023
Houston Firefighters Relief and Retirement Fund Board of Trustees met Tuesday, Jan. 17
Heroes Again Bootcamp with Veterans for mental health awareness
By Press Release | Feb 13, 2023
We are proud to launch one of our biggest wellness initiatives ever! Heroes Again is a program developed to offer a space where we mix Fitness with Mental Health. Our Heroes are Veterans and also Community Leaders and Fitness instructors.
Hegar: Harris County constable's complaint 'provides evidence of a reduction of funding for a law enforcement agency'
By John Suayan | Feb 13, 2023
Texas’ top revenue estimator said on Friday that Harris County is slashing police budgets despite local leaders’ assertions they weren’t, per a press release.
Hurts on Super Bowl defeat: 'You either win or you learn'
By John Suayan | Feb 13, 2023
At just 24 years old, Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts lived the dream of many young boys across the country: Playing in the Super Bowl.
Brays Oaks Management District Board of Directors met Jan. 17
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Feb 13, 2023
Brays Oaks Management District Board of Directors met Tuesday, Jan. 17
Gulf Coast Rail District Board of Directors met Jan. 17
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Feb 13, 2023
Gulf Coast Rail District Board of Directors met Tuesday, Jan. 17
Home sales in Fort Bend County in week ending Feb. 11
By Houston Daily | Feb 12, 2023
There were 106 reported residential sales in Fort Bend County in the week ending Feb. 11, according to BlockShopper.com.
City of Houston Archaeological and Historical Commission met Nov. 17
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Feb 11, 2023
City of Houston Archaeological and Historical Commission met Thursday, Nov. 17
Houston Forensic Science Center, Inc., Board of Directors met Jan. 13
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Feb 11, 2023
Houston Forensic Science Center, Inc., Board of Directors met Friday, Jan. 13
PJ's Coffee Spring Branch surprised local mail carriers and customers with coffee and gift cards for National Thank A Mail Carrier Day
By Press Release | Feb 10, 2023
In honor of National Thank A Mail Carrier Day, a local branch of PJ's Coffee Gifted Spring Branch Long Point USPS staff and customers with free coffee, gift cards, and a thank you note.
Hidalgo: Major expansion of inmate program 'is one step forward' in addressing jail overcrowding
By John Suayan | Feb 10, 2023
Harris County leaders announced plans to address overcrowding at the Harris County Jail on Thursday, according to reports from Houston-based media outlets.
NFL award recognizes Texans' Ryans as best assistant coach: 'That's why we got him'
By John Suayan | Feb 10, 2023
New Houston Texans head coach DeMeco Ryans is having quite the start to the month of February.
Spring Branch Management District Board of Directors met Nov. 17
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Feb 10, 2023
Spring Branch Management District Board of Directors met Thursday, Nov. 17
Brays Oaks Management District Infrastructure Committee met Jan. 12
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Feb 10, 2023
Brays Oaks Management District Infrastructure Committee met Thursday, Jan. 12
Miriam “Mim” Francis Brennan
By Houston Daily reports | Feb 9, 2023
October 17, 1928 - February 3, 2023 (94 years old)