Macy's Shares Surge As Strong Earnings Fuel Hopes Turnaround Is Gaining Traction
Macy's turnaround plans are taking hold, marking a positive sign for the overall retail industry, and the company expects the momentum to continue into 2018. In an interview Tuesday with CNBC, CEO Jeff Gennette said same-store sales were up 3 percent in January, as the company had fresher merchandise in stores and less carryover from the holidays.
Houston Has Lost a Passionate Advocate for Minority Businesses with the Passing of Houston City Council Member Larry Green
The following statement can be attributed to Director Carlecia D. Wright from the City of Houston, Office of Business Opportunity:
Statement from Senator Miles on Council Member Larry Green
"I am shocked and saddened by the death of Council Member Larry Green. Council Member Green was an incredible leader and an advocate for the community. He worked to increase economic development and opportunities in his district, improve policing to keep families safe and over the past six months, on Harvey recovery. He was well-respected among community leaders, business leaders and the Texas delegation and worked hard to ensure Houston was in the best position possible for success.
Mayor Turner's Statement On the Death of Houston City Council Member Larry Green
"I am shocked and grieving over the untimely death of Houston Council Member Larry Green. But one person’s feelings are secondary to the fact that all of Houston has lost a groundbreaking advocate for equality, economic opportunity and neighborhood safety." ~ Mayor Sylvester Turner
Celis Brewery Releases Its First Beers in Cans with Celis
Celis Brewery is now distributing Celis White, the legendary witbier created by Pierre Celis in 1965, packaged in aluminum cans for the first time. Celis White, made with the original Celis recipe and passion for quality, is fully portable just in time for spring and summer outdoor activities.
Dictator for Life: The Rise of the American
“The presidency will survive. The real question is what leads American presidents into the imperial temptation. When the American presidency conceives itself as the appointed savior of a world in which mortal danger requires rapid and incessant deployment of men, weapons, and decisions behind a wall of secrecy, power rushes from Capitol Hill to the White House.”—Historian Arthur Schlesinger, Jr.
Stevie J Reacts to Reports He's Going to Jail for Million in Back Child Support
Stevie J may be spending time behind bars. A court has ruled that the music producer and Love & Hip Hop Atlanta star will report to authorities in April, for failure to pay child support. According to Bossip,
Dieters Win Over $10 Million for Losing Over 1 Million Pounds with HealthyWage
HealthyWage—the world’s leading purveyor of corporate and team-based weight loss challenges and financially-induced diet contests for individuals, today announced extraordinary company milestones that further validate its innovative “weight-loss wagering” approach and underscores the enduring demand and efficacy of the “dieting for dollars” paradigm. For one, in 2017 the company’s membership base grew more than 340% over the year prior, with more than 300,000 current program participants. For their weight-loss achievements that collectively exceeds an astounding 1 million pounds, HealthyWage has paid dieters over $10,000,000 cash since its inception in 2009.
AFT Leaders on Proposed Deal to End West Virginia Teacher Strike
AFT President Randi Weingarten and AFT-West Virginia President Christine Campbell issued a statement on the proposed deal to end the West Virginia teachers strike. While it’s not over we expect the deal to pass.
HISD Board Joined by Mayor, Lawmakers with Message of Unity for Houston’s Children
HISD Board of Education President Rhonda Skillern-Jones said Tuesday that the departure of Superintendent Richard Carranza does not change the vision and mission of the district, which remains committed to delivering a quality education to all children “in a unified way.”
Richard Carranza From Houston Chosen as New NYC Schools Chancellor
Mayor Bill de Blasio announced a new pick for the Education Department’s chancellor just days after his first choice turned the position down.
Governor Abbott Appoints Five To Texas Woman's University Board of Regents
Governor Greg Abbott has reappointed Mary Pincoffs Wilson and appointed Janelle Shepard to the Texas Woman's University Board of Regents for terms set to expire on February 1, 2019 and February 1, 2021, respectively. Additionally, the Governor appointed Bernadette Coleman, Jill Jester, and Kathleen Wu for terms set to expire on February 1, 2023.
Houston Hispanic Chamber of Commerce to Play Host to Trailblazing Annual Women’s Conference & Business Expo
The Houston Hispanic Chamber of Commerce will play host to one of its most empowering and enlightening offerings – the Annual Women’s Conference & Business Expo on Thursday, March 15th, 2018.
Tips for Diabetics to Put Their Best Foot Forward
Identifying and addressing foot problems as a result of diabetes should be a priority for diabetics. A podiatrist with Baylor College of Medicine outlines the types of foot issues that can be encountered and how they can be treated.
Sumner Manufacturing Partners with Houston Community College for $208,493 Job-Training Grant
Sumner Manufacturing, A Southwire Company, has partnered with Houston Community College to provide job training for 144 new and incumbent workers using a $208,493 Skills Development Fund grant from the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC). The grant will benefit workers in the Workforce Solutions Gulf Coast area.
HISD Budget Deficit Projection Reduced to $115 Million
As HISD continues to prepare a budget for the 2018-19 school year, the district anticipates a projected deficit reduction from $208 million to $115 million. This revised deficit includes several budget assumptions related to Hurricane Harvey relief and pending litigation.
Texas Southern University Changes Commencement Ceremony
Texas Southern University’s Commencement Committee has recommended to the Board of Regents that the 2018 Spring exercise consist of two ceremonies. The Committee – comprised of TSU faculty, staff, and students with support from the Faculty Senate and Student Government Association representatives – made the recommendation in order to enhance the graduation experience.
What Every Caregiver Should Know About Medicare
The phone call can come at any hour. Your elderly parent has fallen ill and needs your help. If you haven’t gotten the call yet, chances are you will. About 70 percent of our parents will require some kind of personal care during their old age. Sometimes, the care will extend for years.
Healthy Texas Seeking High School Students Statewide to Become Youth Ambassadors
The Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service is looking for high school youth throughout Texas to participate in its Healthy Texas initiative to provide Texans and their families with the knowledge and resources to take control of their health.
Texas School Marshal Law
Recent school shootings, such as the Parkland, Florida tragedy, have highlighted the need to consider all security options for schools. The Texas Private Schools Association would like to thank Rep. Jason Villalba and Senator Van Taylor for working with us to think ahead to solutions and passing SB 579 in the 85th session. This new law allows private schools to access school marshal training at the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement.
