H-E-B Launches Take and Bake Dishes with Underbelly Hospitality Starting Thursday, April 2nd, a New Ready To Cook – Oven Ready Dishes to Go By Georgia James Meat Market
Beginning today, April 2, select H-E-B stores are selling Underbelly Hospitality Take and Bake dishes. Look for the dishes near the entrance of each store.
Coronavirus: Fact vs. Fiction with Dr. Sanjay Qupta
As global cases of the novel coronavirus near the staggering milestone of 1 million, spreading to almost every country and territory, the World Health Organization chief says he is “deeply concerned” about the “near exponential growth” of the pandemic.
Houston ISD Relaunches Grab and Go Meals Program On Monday, April 6, 2020
The Houston Independent School District is relaunching its Grab and Go Curbside Meals Program on Monday, April 6, 2020.
Meet The Press: Texans free agent wide receiver Randall Cobb holds a press conference
The Coronavirus pandemic has altered the sports world and caused it to adjust in some very unconventional ways unseen by the sports media. Newly acquired Texans wide receiver, Randall Cobb held his press conference via teleconference instead of in person with local sports media last week.
Congress Members Green and Chu Send Letter to Trump Condemning Anti-Asian Discrimination
On Wednesday, April 1, 2020, Congressman Al Green and several of his congressional colleagues sent a letter to President Donald J. Trump condemning anti-Asian discrimination and violence linked to COVID-19. Congressman Green, Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus (CAPAC) Chairwoman Judy Chu (CA-27), and Congresswoman Pramila Jayapal (WA- 07) released the following statement:
Governor Greg Abbott, Mandating A Self-Quarantine for Out-Of-State Arrivals
The Governor issued a proclamation regarding his prior Executive Order mandating a self-quarantine for individuals arriving from the New York Tri-State Area and New Orleans, Louisiana.
Beyond the Rhetoric 86: COVID-19 is Scary
Our son, Harry, came to our home to bring us fresh fruit – red apples, bright yellow bananas – and rustic wheat bread. Thomas brought huge boxes of Gatorade and sparkling water. That’s not unusual. But the circumstances had changed. We met outdoors in the driveway, we stood 6 feet apart. We didn’t hug or kiss. We called out “I love you” above the noise of the wind.
Health Care Is a Human Right
Who is going to pay for this? For months that question was used as a weapon against supporters of Medicare for All. Now, it is on everyone's mind as they worry about the costs of the testing and treatment for the coronavirus. The virus is highly contagious. We need everyone with symptoms to get tested and all with the virus to get treatment. If anyone hesitates because they fear they can't afford the cost, they put the rest of us at risk. No one should be worried about the costs of treatment.
How Your Team Colors Lift Spirits In These Trying Times
Fashion has always been a powerful way to express ourselves, and the colors we wear, psychologists say, reflect our personality.
Oprah's $10 Million COVID Donation
Oprah Winfrey is Donating $10 Million to Support Those Facing Food Insecurity Due to the COVID19 Pandemic
Laurene Powell Jobs and @Apple to launch America's Food Fund to help feed local communities. I was struck by the work these organizations are doing and while everyone's priority right now is to stay safer at home, I know there are many of us looking for ways to help.
Houston Has the 10th Fewest Healthcare Workers Per Capita
The coronavirus outbreak has called into question the nation’s preparedness to respond to and mitigate health crises. As the number of presumptive and confirmed COVID-19 cases continue to increase, hospitals across the country face shortages of equipment, personnel, and beds. While the pandemic is highlighting shortcomings of the U.S. healthcare system overall, it is also evident that some parts of the country are better staffed with healthcare workers than others.
Texas Has the 9th Fewest Healthcare Workers Per Capita
The coronavirus outbreak has called into question the nation’s preparedness to respond to and mitigate health crises. As the number of presumptive and confirmed COVID-19 cases continue to increase, hospitals across the country face shortages of equipment, personnel, and beds. While the pandemic is highlighting shortcomings of the U.S. healthcare system overall, it is also evident that some parts of the country are better staffed with healthcare workers than others.
Sponsor a Meal for the Emergency First Responders
Amid the ongoing coronavirus outbreak, you can now give back to the hard working first responders who are tireless working around the clock and send them a meal through The Bougainvilleas, 12126 Westheimer Rd, Houston, Texas 77077. The First Responders Appreciation Meal it's an opportunity for companies to support, encourage and say Thank You.
Aggie Veterinary labs cobble together 2,000 COVID-19 sampling kits
FDA-compliant swab kits to be donated to hospitals across the state
More than 2,000 COVID-19 sampling kits will soon be on their way to hospitals across the state, thanks to Aggie innovation and ingenuity.
Beastie Boys Story - A Live Documentary Experience Directed by Spike Jonze
Beastie Boys Mike Diamond and Adam Horovitz tell you an intimate, personal story of their band and 40 years of friendship in this live documentary experience directed by their longtime friend and collaborator, and their former grandfather, filmmaker Spike Jonze. "Beastie Boys Story" is set to premiere on the heels of the 26th anniversary of the release of Beastie Boys' No. 1 charting 1994 album, "Ill Communication."
Astros Foundation Deliver Critical Medical Supplies to Texas Medical Center During COVID-19 Pandemic
The Astros Foundation, in partnership with Crane Worldwide, made a major announcement on Wednesday. They will be providing funding, logistics and transportation support to deliver medical equipment to those impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic in Houston.
Governor Abbott, TDHCA Take Initial Action To Secure Financial Housing Assistance
Governor Greg Abbott and the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs (TDHCA) have taken initial action to provide tenant-based rental assistance for Texans experiencing financial hardship due to COVID-19. The Governor has waived statutes relating to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development’s (HUD) HOME Investments Partnership program which would allow Texas greater flexibility to use program funds to help certain Texans pay their rent. In addition, TDHCA has sent a letter to HUD requesting federal waivers to allow greater flexibility to Texas to reprogram these funds for that purpose. If these waivers are granted, Texas will reprogram these funds to provide financial housing assistance to certain Texans enduring economic hardships related to COVID-19.
Essential Service Keeps Rolling with METRO's Vigilant Response
METRO continues to support local public health officials' response to COVID-19 and assist in hopefully reducing its spread. The efforts include modifying service to connect essential workers to their jobs, instituting rear-boarding for most passengers and encouraging social distancing.
More Adults Are Getting Braces; Here’s The Clear Way To Your Best Smile
About 4 million Americans wear braces, but braces aren’t just for kids anymore. Adults account for over 1 million orthodontic patients in the U.S., according to the American Association of Orthodontics.
USDA Seeks Public Comment on More Revised Conservation Practice Standards
USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) is seeking public comment on proposed revisions to 49 national conservation practice standards through a posting in the Federal Register. The proposed revisions posted this week with the public comment period closing April 23, 2020.
