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News from July 2024
OPINION: Protect the ERC, protect Texas businesses
By Ryan Taylor | Jul 31, 2024
Texas is a beacon of opportunity for business and economic development, offering an ideal climate for job creators and entrepreneurs to achieve success. But even the most prosperous of business environments are not immune to crises and economic uncertainty. This is especially true for small businesses, which are responsible for two-thirds of all newly created U.S. jobs. A COVID pandemic exposed this vulnerability with many small businesses facing unprecedented challenges, from supply chain disruptions to revenue declines to forced closures by the government.
International Management District Board of Directors met June 27
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Jul 31, 2024
International Management District Board of Directors met Thursday, June 27
Southwest Management District Board of Directors met July 22
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Jul 31, 2024
Southwest Management District Board of Directors met Monday, July 22
Southwest Management District Board of Directors met June 24
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Jul 31, 2024
Southwest Management District Board of Directors met Monday, June 24
Spring Branch Management District Board of Directors met June 20
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Jul 31, 2024
Spring Branch Management District Board of Directors met Thursday, June 20
Harris County-Houston Sports Authority Building Committee met July 25
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Jul 31, 2024
Harris County-Houston Sports Authority Building Committee met Wednesday, July 25
City of Houston Archaeological and Historical Commission met June 20
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Jul 31, 2024
City of Houston Archaeological and Historical Commission met Thursday, June 20
City of Houston Planning Commission met July 25
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Jul 31, 2024
City of Houston Planning Commission met Wednesday, July 25
Houston addresses hurricane response; appoints new fire chief amid police report release
By Houston Daily | Jul 31, 2024
Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner has addressed the city's response to Hurricane Beryl, highlighting significant challenges in infrastructure and emergency preparedness.
Community events support families with back-to-school essentials
By Houston Daily | Jul 31, 2024
Organizations across the city are mobilizing to provide essential resources such as backpacks, school supplies, immunizations, and food to families in need for the 2024-2025 school year. The first day of school for HISD is Monday, August 12.
Bipartisan bill aims at boosting US leadership in semiconductor R&D
By Houston Daily | Jul 31, 2024
This week, U.S. Congressman Michael McCaul (R-Texas), House Republican Conference Vice Chairman Blake Moore (R-Utah), Representatives Suzan DelBene (D-Wash.), and Doris Matsui (D-Calif.) introduced the Semiconductor Technology Advancement and Research (STAR) Act.
HISD recognizes Anthony Infante as Star Educator
By Houston Daily | Jul 30, 2024
Anthony Infante, a third-grade teacher at Pugh Elementary School, has been recognized as this week’s HISD Star Educator. Infante, who has been teaching for four years, played a significant role in Pugh's transition to HISD’s New Education System (NES).
McCaul criticizes Biden's Supreme Court overhaul proposal
By Houston Daily | Jul 30, 2024
U.S. Congressman Michael McCaul (R-Texas) released a statement following President Biden's announcement of a proposal to overhaul the U.S. Supreme Court during a speech at the LBJ Library in Austin, Texas.
Houston faces challenges in transitioning its workforce amid global shift towards low-carbon energy
By Houston Daily | Jul 30, 2024
The greater Houston area, home to more than 4,700 energy companies, stands at a critical juncture.
OPINION: Sen. Cruz’s AM Radio Bill Will Protect Texas from Next Storm
By Matt Mackowiak | Jul 29, 2024
As a Texan who witnessed the damage and devastation that Hurricane Harvey caused firsthand, I couldn’t be happier to see a bill that Sen. Ted Cruz introduced to protect us from the next disaster nearing congressional passage.
HISD announces multiple opportunities for Pre-K sign-ups in August
By Houston Daily | Jul 29, 2024
HISD’s Early Childhood team will be available to answer questions and advise parents on enrollment options in the District’s pre-K program at several upcoming enrollment events.
Survey shows majority Texans back school voucher plans
By Houston Daily | Jul 29, 2024
Following months of contentious debate in the Texas Legislature last year, about two-thirds of the state’s residents now say they favor some proposals allowing parents to use taxpayer money to pay private school tuition. None of the proposals were approved last year, but Gov. Greg Abbott has vowed to try again in 2025.
Jose G. and Concepcion Turcios unload 6518 Planetree Court, New Territory
By Houston Daily | Jul 29, 2024
On July 25, Cristian Concepcion and Jose G. Turcios Concepcion purchased a property at 6518 Planetree Court, New Territory from Jose G. and Concepcion Turcios.
Chakravarthy Janga, Janga Chakravarthay and Junga Rashmi C. acquire 10929 Walker Road, Beasley, appraised at $123,540
By Houston Daily | Jul 29, 2024
A property at 10929 Walker Road, Beasley was sold on July 25 by Nunez Henry and Weronika Costas for $123,540. The buyers were Chakravarthy Janga, Janga Chakravarthay and Junga Rashmi C.
9706 Garden Row Drive, Four Corners purchased by Michael D. Jacobs Jr. and Charelle Jacobs
By Houston Daily | Jul 29, 2024
A property at 9706 Garden Row Drive, Four Corners was sold on July 25 by Usha Vakani for $99,816. The buyers were Michael D. Jacobs Jr. and Charelle Jacobs.