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89,000 Texas jobs receive pay boost from Amazon wage increases

Amazon has announced a pay increase for its front-line team members that brings the average total compensation for workers to $29, affecting the 89,000 jobs held by workers across the state of Texas. The wage increases totaled an additional $2.2 billion of investment nationwide.

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Air duct cleaning and HVAC restoration services company DUCTZ to open Tomball location

A 22-year-old air duct cleaning and heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) restoration services company has announced a new Texas franchise location in the Houston area. DUCTZ is preparing to open a branch in Tomball, some 36 miles northwest of Downtown Houston.

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Texas based LETO elevates poolside luxury with sustainability in mind

New outdoor luxury brand LETO will mark the end of the summer vacation season with an exclusive 30% off sale on its website through Labor Day.


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Patch Boys announces new location in Houston

Patch Boys announced the opening of their seventeenth location in Texas, to be located in Houston.


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Favor launches Texpat Rescue Mission campaign with a film and program to reward worthy Texans

Favor, an on-demand delivery company based in Texas, has initiated a campaign named "Texpat Rescue Mission" to communicate the message that "Texas hospitality knows no bounds, and that Favor will go to any length to deliver for Texans." The company commenced the campaign with a documentary-style film and a socially-driven program.


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1-800 Water Damage announces new location in Houston

1-800 Water Damage announced the opening of their sixth location in Texas, to be located in Houston.


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Nordstrom to open Houston store next fall

Seattle-based fashion retailer Nordstrom has announced that Houston will be the next location for one of its new branches. The store, which is to be situated in Texas' largest city, is scheduled to open next fall, as stated by the company.


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Abbott praises efforts to add more power plants to support grid

During a visit to Houston, Governor Greg Abbott commended the state of Texas for its initiatives to augment power plants in support of the power grid. The Republican governor was visiting Calpine Corporation's Freestone County Energy Center, where an expansion project is currently underway.


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Abbott graces Higher EDge 2023 leadership conference

Governor Greg Abbott recently addressed the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board’s (THECB) Higher EDge 2023 leadership conference in Austin. The Republican governor used this platform to highlight the significant strides Texas has made in the realm of higher education.


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ExxonMobil outlines corporate plan with over doubled earnings potential by 2027

Exxon Mobil Corporation has announced an update to its Corporate Plan through 2027, with a focus on significant annual earnings and cash flow growth by $14 billion from year-end 2023. The company also aims for average returns of approximately 30% on capital investments and is exploring over $20 billion in opportunities to reduce emissions.


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Sysco colleagues log 17,000 volunteer hours in global Purpose month

Sysco Corporation announced that its colleagues dedicated close to 17,000 hours in November during the inaugural global Purpose month. Engaging in more than 500 events sponsored by the company or volunteering independently, Sysco colleagues contributed their time across various locations, including the United States, Canada, Sri Lanka, the U.K., and Ireland.


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Blue Kangaroo Packoutz expands its presence with a new Houston location

Blue Kangaroo Packoutz (BKP), a firm specializing in content cleaning and restoration services, has announced the opening of its fourth Texas location. Situated at 6823 Theall Road, Suite C, in Houston, this new establishment began operations in October.


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Pearland eatery owner to famed TikToker who gave glowing review: 'You are changing lives in real time'

TikTok food influencer Keith Lee has a well-known knack for boosting the fortunes of eateries he visits. A recent beneficiary of this phenomenon is The Puddery in Pearland, which was struggling financially until Lee paid an unannounced visit as part of his Houston tour. Since November 28, owner Janel Prator has witnessed a surge in patronage at her shop located at 5517 Broadway.


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Acme Oyster House shutters lone Texas location in Houston

Acme Oyster House, a popular dining spot, has announced the closure of its only Houston branch on Westheimer due to several challenges that have beset the hospitality industry since the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020. The restaurant was previously located in the historic Movie Theater, providing oyster enthusiasts in Houston with a local alternative to the original establishment in New Orleans.


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Abbott on upcoming Governor’s Small Business Summit in Houston: 'Texas offers more of these growth opportunities than any other state'

Gov. Greg Abbott has announced that Houston will host the 2023 Governor’s Small Business Summit, a special event celebrating women business owners and entrepreneurs. The summit is part of an ongoing initiative by the Office of the Texas Governor to equip small business owners and burgeoning entrepreneurs with vital resources and information for initiating their businesses.


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Briscoe: "I’m a team player, and that means being on my client’s team and giving it my A-Team effort"

Garver, an employee-owned enterprise offering engineering, planning, and environmental services, unveiled their new Houston Structural Practice Leader, Sarah Briscoe on November 27. With a focus on ensuring project success, Briscoe expresses a commitment to giving her utmost effort in this leadership role.


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Turner, United announce new project at Bush Airport

Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner, in partnership with United Airlines, has announced a $2.6 billion expansion project for the George Bush International Airport. This ambitious project aims to bolster the ongoing construction activities at Terminal B.


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Daiso to hold Houston grand opening in December

Japanese global retail chain Daiso is set to inaugurate its new location in Copperwood Village, Houston. The grand opening celebration is scheduled according to the company's announcements.


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Cart.com leader Tariq on return to Houston: 'I couldn’t be happier to bring Cart.com back home'

Cart.com has announced its decision to relocate its corporate headquarters back to Houston in an effort to better support its rapidly expanding operations. This move is largely facilitated by Houston's strategic benefits including a central location, robust transportation infrastructure, and its status as a dynamic business hub.


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Aurora reveals commercial-ready route for 2024 driverless truck launch

Aurora Innovation announced the launch of the first lane for autonomous trucks, backed by commercial-ready terminals in Dallas and Houston. Initiated to streamline operations in trucking industry, the project is positioned strategically within logistics hubs to cater to clients such as FedEx amongst others.