Tesla wouldn't be as private as Elon Musk wants
Even if Elon Musk takes Tesla private, its finances might stay public. The SEC can still require a company to report its results, even if it doesn't have publicly traded stock.
Catholics in the pews, unleash your anger
Bishop John McCarthy of Austin will be laid to rest Friday. A larger-than-life, gregarious Irishman, McCarthy led the Catholic Diocese of Austin from 1986 until 2001, and was a priest for more than 60 years.
How Costco thrives in the Amazon era
Retailers around the world are radically reshaping their strategies to contend with Amazon. Costco has a different tactic: Perfect what's been working for four decades.
Veterinarians dealing with opioid shortage, drug-seeking pet owners
Veterinarians are seeing an alarming trend across the country where people are purposely injuring their pets to get their hands on pain pills. It's even changing the way some Treasure Valley vet hospitals prescribe opioids for their patients.
Judge tells Manafort jury to keep deliberating after it asks about impact of not reaching verdict on one count
The judge in the trial of former Trump campaign chairman Paul Manafort urged the jury Tuesday to keep deliberating after it asked what happens if it can't reach consensus on one of 18 counts.
JOB FAIR: Hiring 200 Veterans, and 400 people overall
The Michael Berry Show and the Redneck Country Club are hosting a JOB FAIR on August 22nd and August 23rd, sponsored by Gallery Furniture’s Jim McInvale, at 11110 W. Airport, Stafford, TX.
STATEMENT: NHMC Files Joint Brief with Allies in Net Neutrality Litigation
On August 20, 2018, the National Hispanic Media Coalition (NHMC) filed a joint brief with petitioners seeking to reverse the Federal Communications Commission's (FCC) decision to revoke 2015 Net Neutrality consumer protections.
54th annual Austin Trail of Lights announced for Dec. 10-23, 2018
Austin's most Austin's most vibrant holiday winter attraction is back for its 54th year; announces activities, event calendar and more!
The Trail of Lights Foundation today announces dates for the 54th annual Austin Trail of Lights, powered by H-E-B. Austin's favorite and longest-running holiday event will run Monday, Dec. 10 through Sunday, Dec. 23, 2018 in Austin's beloved Zilker Park. Visitors seeking a first look at the Austin Trail of Lights can participate in the annual Austin Trail of Lights Fun Run on Saturday, Dec. 1.
Rice’s Baker Institute to convene ‘Houston Stronger: A Path to A More Equitable City’ Aug. 31
Leaders and experts from government, nonprofits and academia will gather at BakerRipley’s Ripley House Aug. 31 for a public forum convened by Rice University’s Baker Institute for Public Policy to build community consensus around the need for a more equitable Houston.
'The Hills' are returning to MTV
Apparently, the rest will no longer be unwritten. During Monday's MTV Video Music Awards, the network announced "The Hills" will be returning to MTV in 2019 with a slightly new name: "The Hills: New Beginnings."
Homeschool Pottery Class To Begin
A homeschool teen pottery class will begin Tuesday, Sept. 11, and will run 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. every Tuesday through May.
The New Nirvana in Personal Wellness: Your Mattress
You work out at the gym, practice mindfulness, eat healthy foods, and choose non-toxic cleansers at the grocery store. What are you doing for your well-being when you go to bed?
Jennifer Lopez rocks VMAs with journey through her musical past
Jenny from the block is now a part of MTV history. Jennifer Lopez on Monday accepted the Michael Jackson Video Vanguard Award at the MTV Video Music Awards in New York City, with a rousing performance that took viewers through her two decades of discography, from her debut album "On the 6" to her most recent effort, "Dinero."
Madonna called out for paying tribute to Aretha Franklin with story about herself
Madonna's attempt to pay tribute to Aretha Franklin on MTV's Video Music Awards has some viewers calling out the singer for d-i-s-r-e-s-p-e-c-t.
Houston Chamber Choir presents This Is Why I Sing to open 23rd season on Sept. 29
Houston Chamber Choir’s 23rd Season opens with a concert that illustrates the joy of musicians, highlighting our singers’ favorite pieces. These are the compositions that remind us why we love to sing. This will be an evening of “the best of the best” by composers like Morten Lauridsen, Eric Whitacre and Bob Chilcott, along with John Tavener and Arvo Pärt. The Kinder HSPVA Chorale, under the direction of Shannon Carter, and the Parker Elementary School Advanced Chorus, under the direction of Marianna Parnas-Simpson, will be our featured guests as they present pieces that have kindled their youthful love for singing. The evening will end with a glorious performance featuring all three choirs singing together.
Family Houston Young Professionals Host First Happy Hour
Family Houston’s Young Professionals Board of Directors recently hosted their first happy hour at Fuego’s Saloon. The event brought in over 40 attendees where guests were able to mingle with the Young Professionals Board, staff, and Family Houston’s very own Board of Directors. The event was sponsored by Verisei Consulting and $1,176 was raised throughout the night. Thank you to everyone who came out and made the event a success!
Putt-Putt FunHouse is Proud to Host the 2018 Professional Putters Association National Championship Week
The PPA National Championship Week begins September 10, 2018 and continues until Friday
Putt-Putt FunHouse is hosting the 59th Annual Professional Putters Association (PPA) National Championship September 10 through September 14. Over $35,000 in prize money will be given out to the best professional putters in the country.
Russians targeted Senate and conservative think tanks, Microsoft says
Parts of an operation linked to Russian military intelligence targeting the US Senate and conservative think tanks that advocated for tougher policies against Russia were thwarted last week, Microsoft announced early Tuesday.
Body found in search for missing Iowa student Mollie Tibbetts, authorities say
Authorities investigating the disappearance of 20-year-old Mollie Tibbetts announced Tuesday a body has been found in rural Poweshiek County.
5 things to know about the Muslim holiday Eid al-Adha
In most of the Muslim world today, the faithful are celebrating Eid al-Adha, the second of two major holidays in Islam.
