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CenterPoint Energy grants Mayor Sylvester Turner $1 million for low-income energy assistance
By Houston Daily | Dec 8, 2023
The city of Houston has announced a $1 million allocation by CenterPoint Energy for energy bill assistance. This contribution, made in the name of Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner, is intended to benefit low-income residents across the Greater Houston area. The aid is available to those living within CenterPoint Energy’s service areas who are struggling with their energy bills.
Abbott on continuous Texas economic momentum: 'Together, we continue to build a bigger, bolder Texas of tomorrow'
By Houston Daily | Dec 8, 2023
Governor Greg Abbott has praised the latest data from the Bureau of Economic Analysis, which indicates that the Texas economy has grown faster than the entire U.S. economy for the fourth consecutive quarter. The Office of the Texas Governor reported that in the second quarter of 2023, Texas' real gross domestic product (GDP) — representing the value of all final goods and services produced — grew at an annual rate of 4.9%, compared to a 2.1% growth rate in the rest of the country.
Abbott mourns passing of retired Supreme Court Justice O'Connor
By Houston Daily | Dec 1, 2023
Governor Greg Abbott joins the country in mourning the loss of former U.S. Supreme Court Justice Sandra Day O'Connor, who was 93 at the time of her passing. O’Connor served as a beacon for women across the nation as she was the first woman to be appointed to the Supreme Court in 1981.
Crenshaw on Santos explusion: The ethics violations were crystal clear and pretty serious
By Houston Daily | Dec 1, 2023
U.S. Representative Dan Crenshaw (R-Humble) was among the members of the U.S. House of Representatives who voted to expel U.S. Representative George Santos (R-N.Y.) after an ethics report showed that he lied and misused campaign funds. The final vote for Santos’ expulsion was 331-114. This development took place following a series of investigations and two prior votes, which Santos managed to survive.
World War II veteran celebrates 106th birthday with skydive with Abbott
By Houston Daily | Nov 28, 2023
Gov. Greg Abbott made a 106-year-old World War II veteran’s birthday all the more memorable by accompanying the gentleman on a skydive. The Office of the Texas Governor said Abbott, a Republican, and Al Blaschke went to Skydive Spaceland San Marcos on Blaschke’s special day. The men were flown in a de Havilland DHC-6-200-Twin Otter aircraft and leapt from 8,500 feet above the ground. This extraordinary event occurred recently at Skydive Spaceland San Marcos in Texas.
Paxton launches investigation into liberal non-profit organization Media Matters for America
By Houston Daily | Nov 21, 2023
The Office of the Texas Attorney General has launched an investigation into liberal advocacy group Media Matters for America for purported fraudulent activity. The group is under scrutiny following allegations that it manipulated data on a social media platform.
Abbott at virtual Nasdaq Closing Bell Ceremony: 'Texas is the modern embodiment of the American dream'
By Houston Daily | Nov 21, 2023
The Nasdaq Stock Market held a virtual bell ringing ceremony in which Gov. Greg Abbott had the honor of ringing the closing bell, according to the Office of the Texas Governor. This event took place at the Governor's Mansion in Austin, demonstrating Texas's robust economic standing.
Stroud unbothered by three picks against Cardinals
By Houston Daily | Nov 21, 2023
For the first six weeks of his rookie career, first-year Houston Texans signal-caller C.J. Stroud didn’t have an interception to his name. Then came the victory over the New Orleans Saints in which Zack Baun picked him off, and on Nov. 19 against the Arizona Cardinals, the 22-year-old Ohio State University product amassed an uncharacteristic three interceptions.
Beacon opens new Houston branch, one of two in nation
By Houston Daily | Nov 19, 2023
Fortune 500 company Beacon announced that it has opened two new locations, with one of them based in Houston. The Houston Beacon branch is located along State Highway 288 between Interstate 69 and Loop 610 just south of Downtown Houston. The other location has been set up in Riverside, California to cater to the demands of a rapidly growing population.
Abbott congratulates newest batch of graduate troopers
By Houston Daily | Nov 19, 2023
Gov. Greg Abbott graced the Texas Department of Public Safety’s (DPS) Recruit Class B-2023 Graduation Ceremony in Austin, welcoming the class of 94 to the state law enforcement agency. The ceremony took place recently, marking the completion of a rigorous training program for the recruits.
Southwest Management District Board of Directors met Sept. 11
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Nov 18, 2023
Southwest Management District Board of Directors met Monday, Sept. 11
Cruz praises passage of temporary spending bill
By Houston Daily | Nov 18, 2023
``` U.S. Senator Ted Cruz (R-TX) commended legislation that would fund the federal government through the start of next year. The junior senator hailed new House Speaker Mike Johnson’s (R-LA) decision to push the deadline pertaining to a government shutdown past the holidays. This move is seen as an attempt to prevent potential disruption and maintain governmental operations. The situation regarding the temporary spending bill began unfolding earlier this month.
Brays Oaks Management District Infrastructure Committee met Sept. 7
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Nov 17, 2023
Brays Oaks Management District Infrastructure Committee met Thursday, Sept. 7
Brays Oaks Management District Public Safety Committee met Sept. 6
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Nov 16, 2023
Brays Oaks Management District Public Safety Committee met Wednesday, Sept. 6
Brays Oaks Management District Business & Economic Development Committee met Sept. 6
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Nov 15, 2023
Brays Oaks Management District Business & Economic Development Committee met Wednesday, Sept. 6
City of Houston City Council met Oct. 10 & 11
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Nov 14, 2023
City of Houston City Council met Oct. 10 & 11
Abbott issues $15,000 reward in Pearland flea market shooting
By Houston Daily | Nov 13, 2023
The Office of the Texas Governor put out a $15,000 reward for information leading to the arrest and capture of the suspect in a fatal shooting at a flea market in Pearland. The incident, which claimed the life of one child and injured four others, occurred at Cole’s Flea Market on Nov. 12, per a press release issued on Nov. 13.
Lone Star Groundwater Conservation District Board of Directors met Oct. 10
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Nov 13, 2023
Lone Star Groundwater Conservation District Board of Directors met Tuesday, Oct. 10
Harris-Galveston Subsidence District Board of Directors met Oct. 11
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Nov 11, 2023
Harris-Galveston Subsidence District Board of Directors met Wednesday, Oct. 11
Astros outfielder Tucker bags career first Silver Slugger Award
By Houston Daily | Nov 10, 2023
Houston Astros right fielder Kyle Tucker had a sensational year at the plate to where Major League Baseball (MLB) recognized him with his first career Louisville Slugger Silver Slugger Award.