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President Donald J. Trump Approves South Carolina Emergency Declaration

Today, President Donald J. Trump declared that an emergency exists in the State of South Carolina and ordered Federal assistance to supplement State, tribal, and local response efforts due to the emergency conditions resulting from Hurricane Irma beginning on September 6, 2017, and continuing.

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53rd annual Austin Trail of Lights announced for Dec. 9-23

Austin's most delightful holiday attraction is back for its 53rd year; announces activities and event calendar

The 53rd annual Trail of Lights powered by H-E-B has been announced for Saturday, Dec. 9 and will run through Saturday, Dec. 23.

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The Financial Checklist: Tools and Strategies for Securing Your Finances After a Natural Disaster

The nation has been watching in disbelief as Hurricane Harvey put over 32,000 residents in Texas shelters and damaged over 40,000 homes, and our hearts go out to those affected by the storms and flooding in Texas. We wanted to lend our expertise by putting together a list of basic but crucial steps for survivors to take in order to gain a stable

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Time Will Tell What Harvey Did to Texas Coastal Landscapes

Unlike people and animals, plants can’t evacuate when threatening weather approaches, and long tenures in flood waters can take a toll.

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Hurricane Irma Hits the Caribbean

As Hurricane Irma's eye roars away from the tiny island of Barbuda and toward St. Martin, residents along its path scrambled to evacuate while stocking up on water, food and gas.

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Joel Osteen Says Church Has Opened Doors to Flood Victims

The megachurch led by Joel Osteen is receiving people who need shelter and also helping evacuees with supplies such as baby food, formula and other shelter needs, the church announced via Twitter Tuesday morning.

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Statement from Senator Miles on HB 1774 Regarding Hurricane and Flood Insurance

"Over the past few days, the Greater Houston area received a disastrous amount of rain that caused extreme severe flooding. As the rain begins to cease and the water recedes, I pray for those directly impacted. As with previous disasters and floods, we will get through this as we have always done.

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Governor Abbott Announces $25 Million In Federal Funds For TxDOT To Address Disastrous Impacts From Hurricane Harvey

Governor Greg Abbott announced today that The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) is receiving $25 million in federal funds to help rehabilitate the state’s transportation network after Hurricane Harvey waged an unprecedented attack on the Lone Star State. The Federal Highway Administration made the funds available for all counties on the Governor's Disaster Declaration.

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City and County Officials Urge Residents to Donate to Greater Houston Community Foundation Relief Fund

In the wake of the devastating effects of Hurricane Harvey, individuals may want to donate to help affected residents. Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner and Harris County Judge Ed Emmett are urging people who wish to help affected residents to donate money to recognized charities that are currently engaged in the response and recovery.

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Fort Bend County Issues Evacuations;

UPDATE 8/28 5 p.m.: The interactive maps of evacuation zones for the Brazos and San Bernard Rivers now contain evacuation routes. Residents can search their address to see if they are part of an evacuation order:

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Alert #3 - METRO Services Suspended Through Wednesday

METRO services will continue to be suspended through Wednesday, Aug.30, 2017 due to unsafe road conditions and flooding. We are continuing to provide shuttles to transport people to area shelters. METRO officials will keep monitoring the weather and resume services as street and weather conditions improve.

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Harvey: 'We just don't know when it's going to end,' Lawmaker Says

Gov. Greg Abbott has activated the entire Texas National Guard in response to Harvey, bringing the total number of deployed Guardsmen to roughly 12,000, he said Monday. Previously, he had mobilized about 4,000 troops.

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'Texas has never seen an event like' Harvey, FEMA Chief Says

Swollen rivers in east Texas aren't expected to crest until later this week, but federal officials are already predicting Tropical Storm Harvey will drive 30,000 people into shelters and spur 450,000 victims to seek some sort of disaster assistance.

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Fort Bend County Issues Evacuations; Missouri City Areas Included

UPDATE 8/28 1 a.m.: Fort Bend County has upgraded the voluntary evacuation order for certain residents in low-lying areas surrounding the Brazos River to a mandatory evacuation order. This includes several areas in Missouri City. To check whether your area is affected, Click Here.

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Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee Helping Residents Affected By the Storm

Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee will be out in endangered neighborhoods that have older construction checking on the well-being of the elderly and children. She will be working closely with the Red Cross and Harris County officials to secure the viability of emergency shelters.

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H-E-B Hurricane Harvey Relief Update

On Sunday, Aug. 27, H-E-B will mobilize its Emergency Response Team and will dispatch its Disaster Response Units (DRUs) and the H-E-B Mobile Kitchens to the H-E-B at 1505 E. Rio Grande in Victoria. The Emergency Response Team will leave promptly at 10 a.m. from 5731 Rittiman Rd. in San Antonio.

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Hurricane Harvey Updates

We have been following the Hurricane closely as I am sure you have. Please stay in your homes and avoid travel. The roads are extremely dangerous and life-threatening.

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Harvey to Cause Continuous Rainfall Through Wednesday; Residents Advised to Shelter in Place & Avoid Travel

The Brazos River is anticipated to approach 59 feet early this week, which is three feet over the 100-year flood event. As a precaution, Missouri City officials are urging residents to prepare in the event that these levels are reached. There are no evacuations currently in place; residents will be notified if the shelter in place order is changed.

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5 Things for August 28: Harvey, USS John McCain, President Trump, Alps Deaths

The water keeps rising in Houston and more rains are on the way. The recovery from Harvey will take years and here's how you can help. Get Up to Speed and Out the Door.

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Houstonian to Crown Successor at Miss Black America Coed Pageant

Black All-American Pageant Systems, Inc. announces the 2018 Miss Black America Coed Pageant on Sunday, September 3, 2017 at 3:00pm CST at the Granville Arts Center. The 2018 Miss Black America Coed Competition will allow contestants to showcase their intelligence, love of self, and poise on the national stage while representing their community as they compete for the coveted title of Miss Black America Coed 2018. Roneshia Ray, the reigning Miss Black America Coed and Jayda Dodd, Miss Black American Princess will be special VIP guests.