Top awards and honors bestowed by Society for Range Management
Texas A&M faculty, alumna and students among recipients
Texas A&M AgriLife and Texas A&M College of Agriculture and Life Sciences faculty, students and alumna were recognized for their positive impact in the field of rangeland science, as well as academic skill at the international Society for Range Management conference held Feb. 12-16 in Boise, Idaho.
The “Texas Bond King” Reaches Over $20 Billion in Assets
Houston, TX (March 1, 2023) Garcia Hamilton and Associates, L.P, the leading bond manager in Texas surpasses $20 billion in assets under management. The company has grown from $200 million and continues to prove that they are one of the fastest growing and most successful businesses in the US.
Jackson State University needs community votes to win Retool Your School grant
Jackson State University is aiming to secure up to $150,000 in a campus-improvement grant sponsored by Home Depot’s annual Retool Your School program.
Ceremonia Appoints First C-Suite Hire As It Expands to 500+ Sephora Stores
Ceremonia is no stranger to breaking barriers and disrupting the hair care industry. Since launching the brand in October 2020, with a mission to celebrate the richness of Latinx culture through clean, sustainable hair products powered by natural ingredients, Founder and CEO, Babba Rivera has no plans of slowing down. With tripling YoY revenues two years in a row and a growing line of 20 original formulas and products, Ceremonia is entering a new stage of growth as the next big thing in the hair category.
Colorado discipline office moves toward ethics complaint against ex-Trump attorney for 2020 election gambits
The disciplinary office that regulates attorney conduct in Colorado is taking steps toward potentially bringing an ethics complaint against Jenna Ellis, the lawyer who played a prominent role in former President Donald Trump's attempts to overturn the 2020 election.
US intelligence community cannot link 'Havana Syndrome' cases to a foreign adversary
The US intelligence community cannot link any cases of the mysterious ailment known as "Havana Syndrome" to a foreign adversary, ruling it unlikely that the unexplained illness was the result of a targeted campaign by an enemy of the US, according to a US intelligence assessment published on Wednesday.
UGA star Jalen Carter responds after police say he was racing another car that crashed. The other driver and a teammate were killed
University of Georgia star defensive lineman Jalen Carter -- projected as a top pick in the NFL draft next month -- faces charges of reckless driving and racing in connection with a crash that killed teammate Devin Willock and team employee Chandler LeCroy, Athens-Clarke County police said.
Senate votes to overturn Biden administration retirement investment rule Republicans decry as 'woke'
The Senate passed a politically charged resolution on Wednesday to overturn a Biden administration retirement investment rule that allows managers of retirement funds to consider the impact of climate change and other environmental, social and governance factors when picking investments
2023 NCAA March Madness Music Festival With Lil Nas X, Tim McGraw, and More!
Free Ticketed Festival Sponsored by Coca-Cola, Capital One and AT&T, Held at Discovery Green Park Will Tip-Off Full Weekend of Men’s Final Four Festivities
The NCAA March Madness Music Festival will provide fans access to hype-worthy entertainment and more via registration for each day’s events
Harris County Attorney Christian D. Menefee Responds to Texas Comptroller
Earlier today Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar issued a statement erroneously claiming that “Judge Hidalgo and county officials” have sought an opportunity to resolve his determination that Harris County defunded the Precinct 5 Constable’s Office.
Harris Health Supports More Than 34,000 Direct and Indirect Jobs; Pumps $5.7 Billion into Harris County and Texas Economy
A report released by Harris Health System shows its public healthcare mission to be a prominent contributor to the Houston-area economy with an economic impact of $4.8 billion to Harris County alone, and another $900 million in impact spread across the state of Texas.
City of Houston Awarded Federal Reconnecting Communities Planning Grant for Gulfton and Beyond Study
The United States Department of Transportation announced the City of Houston will receive $552,160 in federal funding through the Reconnecting Communities Pilot (RCP) grant program for the Reconnecting Communities: Gulfton and Beyond Study.
cullud wattah at Stages February 10-March 31
After appearing at The Public to widespread acclaim, this gorgeous, emotional play makes one of its first appearances outside New York at Stages. Winner of the 2021 Smith Blackburn Prize, cullud wattah follows three generations of Black women living through the current water crisis in Flint, Michigan. It’s been 936 days since Flint has had clean water. A third-generation General Motors employee, Marion is consumed by layoffs at the engine plant.
The Fairytale Project Nia's Daughter Movement Project SXSSW Edu's Panel Picker
With over 1,200 session proposals submitted to SXSW Edu's Panel Picker, Nia's Daughters Movement Collective was selected to bring "The Fairytale Project" center stage and to explore their success in blending Pedagogy & Performance March 6-9, 2023, in Austin, Texas.
Mother Who Drowned Her Two Children Sentenced to 40 Years
A Houston mother who drowned her two children, ages 5 and 7, in 2016 pleaded guilty to two counts of murder on Monday in exchange for 40 years in prison, Harris County District Attorney Kim Ogg announced.
Houston native Jenn Rossi makes a go of it selling Texas wines through The Cause Urban Winery, winning awards along the way
Proceeds from sales of the four wines go to four Houston charities
A passion for wine and winemaking, an entrepreneurial spirit and a heart for charity motivated Houston native Jennifer (Jenn) Rossi to start The Cause Urban Winery (The Cause) in 2019, which is now offering four Texas wines and winning major awards. Rossi’s hard work and dedication have paid off, with 2023 proving to be an award-winning year, notching silver and bronze medals in prestigious competitions. The impressive awards list includes:
HISD to host public meeting to discuss District Annual Report
The Houston Independent School District will host a public meeting on March 2, 2023, to explain the 2021-2022 District Annual Report.
Congressman Kweisi Mfume Introduces Legislation to Commemorate African American World War II Hero Doris Miller
Today, Congressman Kweisi Mfume (MD-07) announced the introduction of a pair of bills to commemorate the life and legacy of African American Mess Attendant Doris ‘Dorie’ Miller. During the attack on Pearl Harbor, Mess Attendant Miller manned an anti-aircraft gun and downed enemy planes, despite the fact that the racially segregated steward’s branch of the Navy was not trained to use anti-aircraft guns. Congressman Mfume’s bills seek to award the Medal of Honor and a Congressional Gold Medal to Mess Attendant Miller.
Alley Theatre Announces the Cast & Creative Team of Sherlock Holmes and The Case of the Jersey Lily
Alley Theatre Resident Acting Company Member Todd Waite Returns to the Role of Sherlock Holmes for the Fifth Time at the Alley
The Tony Award®-winning Alley Theatre announces the cast and creative team of Sherlock Holmes and The Case of the Jersey Lily. The comedy-mystery Sherlock Holmes and The Case of the Jersey Lily by Katie Forgette and directed by Alley Theatre’s Associate Producer & Casting Director Brandon Weinbrenner runs April 14 – May 7, 2023 in the Hubbard Theatre.
2023 Rodeo Uncorked!® International Wine Competition Winners Celebrated at the Champion Wine Auction & Dinner
The 2023 Rodeo Uncorked! Champion Wine Auction & Dinner was held at NRG Center today. Enthusiastic supporters gathered for the annual event, where winning wines from the 2023 Rodeo Uncorked! International Wine Competition were auctioned.
