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5 things for August 21: Russia hacking, Venezuela, Asia Argento, Colorado killings
Today is Eid in many parts of the world. If you're celebrating, may your day be full of feasts and festivities. Here's what else you need to know to Get Up to Speed and Out the Door.
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Texas Senate Honors Rodney Griffin For Dedicated Service
“Resolved, That Rodney L. Griffin be honored for his dedicated service as a member of the State Democratic Executive Committee and that he be extended sincere best wishes for the future.”
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NAACP Disappointed in Florida Governor Candidate’s Decision to Disrespect Black Voters
The NAACP Florida State Conference expressed disappointment in the decision by 3 of the 4 Florida gubernatorial candidates to bypass a recent candidates forum.
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Georgia ACLU and Voting Rights Activists Move to Block Plan to Close Two-Thirds of Randolph County’s Polling Places
Voting rights activists in Georgia say they will launch a petition drive in an effort to collect enough signatures of registered voters to block a proposal to close more than two-thirds of polling precincts in a predominantly black county ahead of this fall’s general election.
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Apple pulls gambling apps criticized by Chinese state media
Apple has removed illegal gambling apps from its platform in China.
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Colorado prosecutors face Monday deadline to file charges against husband in deaths of wife, daughters
Authorities in Colorado face a Monday afternoon deadline to file formal criminal charges against Chris Watts, who is suspected of killing his pregnant wife, Shanann Watts, and their two young daughters.
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Two killers are finally going to prison after 35 years. Behind the scenes of a cold case plea deal
Tyrone Coggins had just learned that both his brother's killers, after skirting comeuppance for 35 years, would almost certainly remain in prison for a long time. He told prosecutors to hold on because he had something for them.
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Preliminary Analysis of Irrigation Water Needs for Turf Grass Across Harris County
Harris County is the third most populated counties in the US. About 30% of domestic water use is for outdoor activities especially landscape irrigation and gardening. Optimum landscape and garden irrigation contribute to substantial water and energy savings and consequently reduction of CO2 emission into the atmosphere.
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Amateur golfer hits three holes-in-one on the same day
Amateur Ali Gibb enjoyed a trip to the golf course that Tiger Woods could only dream of earlier this week, hitting three holes-in-one on the same day.
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Colorado man charged with murder after pregnant wife and two daughters go missing
A Colorado man faces three counts of murder after his pregnant wife and two young daughters disappeared this week, authorities said Thursday.
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Roll to the Polls with a Free Ride from METRO
METRO is offering free rides to Houston-area polling locations for the Harris County Flood Control District Bond Election. Voters can ride at no charge on METRORail, local buses, and METROLift paratransit services.
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Commissioner Ellis and Civic Leaders Announce Non-Partisan Campaign Using Billboards to Encourage Voter Registration
Harris County Commissioner Rodney Ellis, NAACP Houston Branch President Dr. James Douglas, LULAC District Director Alfonso Maldonado, and Lee Vela, Vice President of Public Affairs at Clear Channel Outdoor will launch a public service campaign, using 20 billboards, to encourage voter registration and electoral participation.
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GirlTrek Will Host 80 National #BeLikeMaxine Walks to Celebrate Congresswoman Maxine Waters’ 80th Birthday: August 15th
Congresswoman Maxine Waters will celebrate her 80th birthday on Wednesday, August 15th. To pay tribute to this iconic woman who has dedicated 37 years to serving the people, speaking up against injustice and side-eyeing all fooleywang, GirlTrek is joining AFROPUNK, Color of Change, and thousands of Black folks across the country in a nationwide #BeLikeMaxine celebration.
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Governor Abbott Appoints Nober And Prodan To The Texas Holocaust And Genocide Commission
Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Roger Nober and Virginia Prodan to the Texas Holocaust and Genocide Commission for a terms set to expire on February 1, 2021. The commission ensures that resources are available to students, educators, and the general public regarding the Holocaust and other genocides, as well as compile lists of volunteers, survivors, liberators, scholars, and members of the clergy for educational program opportunities. The commission also coordinates events around the state.
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How America's foreclosure capital came back from the dead
Whenever he wants to see his old house, Nezam Juman walks to the edge of his waterfront property and peers around the river's bend. He can just see the roof behind some trees. It was his dream home, paid for with a cash-out refinance just as housing prices were peaking in Fort Myers, Florida.
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Florida governor declares emergency over red tide for 7 counties
Florida Gov. Rick Scott issued an executive order Monday declaring a state of emergency for seven counties dealing with an unusually lengthy red tide algae bloom that has killed thousands of marine animals, his office said.
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Florida Gov. Rick Scott issued an executive order Monday declaring a state of emergency for seven counties dealing with an unusually lengthy red tide algae …
Published on August 14, 2018
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Coca Cola is fighting Gatorade by investing in BodyArmor
Coca-Cola is doubling its efforts to compete with Pepsi's Gatorade. Coke said it will take a big stake in red-hot sports drink maker BodyArmor, becoming the company's second-largest shareholder. Body Armor is an attractive competitor to both Gatorade and Coke's own Powerade, the biggest players in the sports drink sector.
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Florida man threatened people 3 different times before shooting man in 'stand your ground' case
The man charged with manslaughter after shooting another man in a Clearwater, Florida, convenience store parking lot has a history of threatening drivers, according to documents from the Pinellas County Circuit Court.
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Michael Drejka, the man who fatally shot Markeis McGlockton outside a Clearwater, FL convenience store last month has been charged with manslaughter, according to a …
Published on August 14, 2018
