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Head of Binance Charity on work in Ukraine: 'We empowered individuals in need to receive direct aid, regardless of their geographical location'
By Houston Daily Report | May 18, 2023
While thousands of Ukrainian refugees resettling in Texas have been welcomed with donations of food, clothing, and gift cards by local charitable organizations and communities, many Ukrainians have also been supported by the cryptocurrency industry. Helen Hai, the head of Binance Charity, the philanthropic arm of the largest cryptocurrency exchange in the world, told Houston Daily that the organization utilized crypto-based cash assistance and the first-of-its-kind Binance Refugee Card to provide instant aid to Ukrainians who were displaced by the conflict.
One of Houston’s Top 50 Entrepreneurs Candace Ford debuts a women inspired premium cigar brand, L.L.C. Collection
By Press Release | May 18, 2023
Houston philanthropist, entrepreneur and boss babe, Candace Ford, who is known for her work empowering young women through Project Beautiful Me organization and her one of a kind podcast “Champagne and Cigars” is excited to announce her next venture of women empowerment, Premium L.L.C. Authentic Cigars.
Waste Management's Fish: Mazzarella 'well positioned to lead our board and provide invaluable guidance to management'
By John Suayan | May 18, 2023
Houston-headquartered Waste Management (WM) announced on May 9 that Kathleen M. Mazzarella is the new chair of its board of directors, according to a press release.
Airline, nonprofit host tour for aging foster youth 'to see the many different avenues of possibility in the aviation industry'
By John Suayan | May 17, 2023
A Chicago-based legacy airline that has a hub at George Bush International Airport (IAH) is opening doors for those in foster care who are on the verge of legal age.
'We’re getting bigger in Texas': San Francisco-based driverless ride-share company brings operations to Houston
By John Suayan | May 16, 2023
A San Francisco-based rideshare company specializing in driverless vehicles is set to conduct business in Houston, according to a report from Houston FOX affiliate KRIV.
Marathon 'deeply saddened' by employee death in Texas City refinery fire
By John Suayan | May 15, 2023
A fire at a Marathon refinery in Texas City on Monday claimed the life of one worker, the Ohio-based petroleum refining, marketing and transportation company said, per Houston media reports.
Northwestern Mutual awards $20K to Houston wealth management advisor to benefit Periwinkle Foundation: ‘I’m honored to work alongside these dedicated advisors'
By Houston Daily Report | May 15, 2023
Northwestern Mutual is honoring its financial advisors for their philanthropic efforts through the 2023 Community Service Awards.
Tempur Sealy's Thompson on $4 billion acquisition of Mattress Firm: 'We are excited by the long-term growth prospects for our global vertically integrated company'
By John Suayan | May 12, 2023
The U.S.’s biggest bedding retailer has been acquired by the world’s largest mattress manufacturer, according to media reports.
Iron 24 founder on grand opening of Lake Jackson branch: 'Another major step in our continued expansion across the nation'
By John Suayan | May 11, 2023
Houston-based fitness franchise Iron 24 Fitness + Recovery held a grand opening celebration for its third Greater Houston area location on Saturday, per a press release.
Pappas: 'Our team at Hobby is working extremely hard to close our restaurants properly'
By John Suayan | May 10, 2023
Wednesday marks the last full day for Pappas Restaurants at William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) after a judge declined to grant the restaurant group a reprieve from eviction a second time, according to reports from Houston-based media outlets.
Lawsuit: Dairy Queen supervisor directed young employee to check bathrooms, 'then proceeded to sexually assault her'
By John Suayan | May 9, 2023
A Harris County lawsuit alleges that a female minor was repeatedly sexually abused and assaulted at the fast food restaurant where she worked, per a report from Houston NBC affiliate KPRC.
'Bee-lieve it or not': Swarm on wing prompts three-hour delay of Atlanta-bound Delta flight
By John Suayan | May 4, 2023
An Atlanta-bound Delta Airlines (DAL) flight had to wait three hours to depart George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) after a swarm of bees was discovered on the aircraft’s wing, per reports from Houston-based media outlets.
Pappas counsel on decision to temporarily pull Hobby lawsuit: 'The necessary witnesses who made the decision on this government procurement are not in our city'
By John Suayan | Apr 26, 2023
Legal counsel for Pappas Restaurants temporarily rescinded the Houston-based company’s lawsuit against the City of Houston arising from a lucrative, yet controversial concessions contract for William P. Hobby Airport (HOU), per media outlets’ reports.
Bird strikes force pair of United flights to return to IAH: 'We heard a loud pop and you could feel something'
By John Suayan | Apr 26, 2023
Bird strikes forced a couple of United Airlines (UA) flights to make emergency landings at George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) on Tuesday, according to reports from Houston-based media outlets.
Puttshack's Rockwood on new Bayou City establishment: 'Houston has become an increasingly popular spot amongst sports fans, young adults and young families'
By John Suayan | Apr 19, 2023
A new miniature golf venue is slated to open in Downtown Houston near the end of the month.
Passenger on nationwide Southwest departure pause: 'This is the second time we had to go through in five months'
By John Suayan | Apr 19, 2023
Technical issues caused Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW)-based low-cost carrier Southwest Airlines (SWA) to pause its departing flights nationwide on Tuesday, including at William P. Hobby Airport (HOU).
'More flavor per burger and more savor per bite': Smashburger opens Uptown Houston location
By John Suayan | Apr 18, 2023
Beneath the shadow of the Williams Tower and some of the Uptown Houston skyline sits Denver-based fast casual chain Smashburger’s newest location in Texas’ largest city.
Pappas CEO on legal action against Houston: 'Our concerns that the city failed to comply with state law' not taken seriously
By John Suayan | Apr 13, 2023
The Houston-based restaurant group that was denied a renewal of its contract to conduct business at William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) has pursued legal action against the City of Houston.
Iron 24 founder on grand opening of Pearland branch: 'A big step in our continued expansion throughout greater Houston and nationwide'
By John Suayan | Apr 12, 2023
A Houston-based fitness franchise is opening its second branch in Pearland, according to a press release.
Houston official on council vote to make Main Street outdoor dining permanent: 'The long-term plan is a space that is really active'
By John Suayan | Apr 3, 2023
Segments of Main Street in Downtown Houston that were designated for outdoor dining during the COVID-19 pandemic will permanently remain in place, per a vote by Houston City Council late last month, Houston ABC affiliate KTRK reported.