Tony Roma's® Strengthens European Presence by Opening 36th Store in Spain
Romacorp, Inc., the parent company of Tony Roma's® – the world's largest casual dining concept specializing in ribs – announced today a new restaurant opening in Madrid, Spain. Led by partner, Beer & Food, this multi-brand company took control as the master franchisee in 2018 and has created tremendous growth throughout the country.
High Times Announces Oklahoma Cannabis Cup Lineup
Event Featuring Slightly Stoopid Comes to Lost Lakes Amphitheater in August
High Times, the most well-known, globally recognized brand in cannabis, today announced its headlining act for its upcoming Cannabis Cup event in Oklahoma taking place at the Lost Lakes Amphitheater in Oklahoma City from August 24-25.
Forget YouTube Fame; Social Responsibility Is Key To Career Happiness
American children and teens, when asked the age-old question of what they want to be as adults, lean toward careers that could bring personal fame or are just plain fun, rather than those that might contribute to the betterment of society or lead to scientific progress.
The top favorite sandwiches in the US
August embarks Nation Sandwich Month, where you can eat and enjoy one of the best food combos you can think of. YouGov data shows when it comes
Greater Houston Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Foundation to Graduate Next Cohort of Emerging Leaders
The Greater Houston Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Foundation (GHHCCF) will graduate its newest cohort of Emerging Leaders on Thursday, August 1st. In attendance will be the graduates’ families and friends, past ELI graduates, and leaders from across the city. Keynote remarks will be given by Paul B. Murphy, Jr., Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Cadence Bancorporation.
Makers Nutrition Sweeps 11 Titles in the Annual 2019 CEO World Awards®
Jason Provenzano and other winners of the Annual 2019 CEO World Awards® will be honored at the 2019 SVUS Red Carpet Awards Ceremony Dinner in San Francisco on Monday, October 28, 2019.
I'll Be Single Before I Settle Stage Play
I’ll Be Single Before I Settle, starring local author and spoken word artist Inertia Justice, is a stage play using art to end the silence about domestic violence at Houston’s MATCH theater August 17, 2019.
EPA Announces Updated Chemical Review Tool Agency takes unprecedented step to make additional information about the status of chemical reviews available to the public
Today, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is continuing its commitment to transparency by making additional information about new chemical notices available to the public on the agency’s website. Visitors to the updated chemical review status tracker can view and search monthly updates for any active Premanufacture Notice (PMN), Significant New Use Notice (SNUN) and Microbial Commercial Activity Notice (MCAN) of interest by case number. It is important to note that this tool will continue to keep confidential business information confidential.
Report: Texas receives a C for manufacturing, A for logistics
Texas receives a C for manufacturing and A for logistics, says annual report from Ball State University.
County Attorney Ryan Sues ExxonMobile Over Pollution Caused by Baytown Plant Fire
Harris County Attorney Vince Ryan today filed suit against ExxonMobile Chemical Company over pollution caused by a fire Wednesday at its Baytown Olefins plant.
OPINION: Commissioner Adrian Garcia on Bail Reform
A person is guilty until proven innocent or wealthy. This is how our old outdated justice system has been working in Harris County for far too long. There have been incidents that an individual may stay in jail for months. Most are jailed not because they are violent criminals or guilty, but because they cannot afford to pay a bond. This system is far from just and fair because it penalizes the poor. OPINION: Commissioner Adrian Garcia on Bail Reform
Texans Training Camp 2019 – Day 6
The Texans returned to the practice field on Wednesday after a much-needed day off. Although the players were happy to be off, you could also tell that they missed being in pads as the practice bubble at the Methodist training facility was buzzing before the media was fully able to get inside. Here are a couple of takeaways from day 6 of Texans training camp.
The Rich Get Richer
Astros make last second deal to acquire former Cy Young Award Winner
The Houston Astros are the gift that keeps on giving. Two years ago, they made a major splash by acquiring All-Star and future Hall of Famer Justin Verlander from the Detroit Tigers helped the Astros secure their first ever World Series championship by defeating the Los Angeles Dodgers. Houston fans everywhere rejoiced as they thought they would never feel joy like that ever again. That was until July 31, 2019.
Houston Texans Rookie Floyd Allen Talks About Being Homeless
Back in 2018, I decided that I was going to see what it would be like to live out of my car. For two days in a row (One documented on social media through Facebook Live) I lived as if I had nowhere to go. Let me say that those were the hardest two days I have ever been through in my life and I have lived in the Middle East (Afghanistan) for a year in the mountains.
Beto Leads in Texas Primary and Would Beat Trump by Double Digits, says UT Poll
Beto leads in the Democratic presidential field in the Texas primary and would beat President Trump by double digits in the general election, according to a new poll from the University of Texas at Tyler.
Backstreet Boys Join The Lineup For The 2019 iHeartRadio Music Festival
Hosted By Ryan Seacrest on September 20 and 21 at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas
Event Will Also Feature Performances by Alicia Keys, Cage The Elephant, Camila Cabello, Chance The Rapper, Def Leppard, French Montana, Halsey, Heart, HER, Hootie & The Blowfish, Marshmello, Miley Cyrus, Mumford & Sons, Steve Aoki with special guests Darren Criss and Monsta X, Tim McGraw, Zac Brown Band and more.
It Couldn't Be Clearer
History will flay the skin off Nancy Pelosi’s legacy. This prediction may seem harsh, but the current Speaker of the House, as the leader of the House Democrats, is creating a problem that we will not be able to easily correct.
EPA Honors Houston Teacher and Students from Kingsville and Dallas, Texas, at Presidential Environmental Youth Awards Ceremony
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Andrew Wheeler and White House Council of Environmental Quality (CEQ) Chairman Mary Neumayr recently announced the 2019 awardees of the Presidential Innovation Award for Environmental Educators (PIAEE) and the President’s Environmental Youth Award (PEYA) during an awards ceremony at the Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center in Washington, D.C.
“Show Me City” Pet Safety Tips: Remember to Protect Your Furry Friends from the Sun This Summer
Summer is in full swing and staff encourages families and visitors to enjoy spending the warmer months exploring MCTX’s outdoors with their furry companions. And, with temperatures rising, the City’s Animal Services Manager, TaBorah Goffney, wanted to remind residents of some key pet safety tips:
HISD offering free EKGs to student-athletes during inaugural outreach program
The Houston Independent School District, through a partnership with St. Joseph Medical Center, Steward Medical Group and Robert Horry Sports Medicine, is offering free electrocardiograms (EKGs) to thousands of middle and high school students.
