Global Wellness Institute Launches White Paper Series: “Understanding Wellness”
New resource will bring clear, expert insights on how wellness is evolving now and into the future; first report analyzes the four global forces driving the explosive growth in the wellness economy
SSLW & Partners “College Send Off” was Amazing!
Suburban Sugar Land Women (SSLW) & Two Phenomenal Partners ( Dr. Margaret Allen & Ms. Belinda Allen, sisters) hosted an amazingly relaxed, empowering, and fun “College Send Off” for 1989-2019 SSLW’s scholarship recipients at the beautiful home of Dr. Allen …
Another 100 million consumers at risk from Capital One Bank data breach
A second major disclosure of major consumer data breach was announced on July 29 by Capital One Bank. That same day, the FBI arrested a suspect was charged with stealing the personal information on March 22 and 23. The apparent …
Speakers, Entertainment Announced For The 2019 Commemoration Of The First African Landing In Hampton, VA
The multi-day event centered around the 400th anniversary of the first African landing in English North America at Point Comfort will feature remarks from CNN's Van Jones, Dr. Michael Eric Dyson, African-American Political Firsts, and a concert featuring Commo
U.S. Department of Commerce Invests to Spur Small Business Development in Hurricane Harvey-Impacted Dickinson, Te
Today, U.S. Secretary of Commerce Wilbur Ross announced that the Department’s Economic Development Administration (EDA) is awarding a $3 million grant to Dickinson Economic Development Corporation in Texas, to help establish the Gulf Coast Market by renovating a storm-damaged, 30,000 …
Port of Beaumont looks to the future
When Hurricane Harvey flooded Beaumont in August 2017, it didn’t only affect local people and businesses — it shut down one of the most important ports for the U.S. economy. FEMA and Port of Beaumont leadership knew they needed to …
Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights Under Law Condemns Proposed HUD Regulations Impact on Fair Housing Act
Kristen Clarke, President and Executive Director of the Lawyers' Committee for Civil Rights Under Law, issued the following statement on reports that the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) plans to issue a proposed regulation that would gut …
Governor Abbott Appoints Eight To Rehabilitation Council Of Texas
Governor Greg Abbott has reappointed Lonny Matthew “Matt” Berend, JoAnne Fluke, Paul Hunt, and Crystal Stark to the Rehabilitation Council of Texas for terms set to expire on October 29, 2021, and Cheryl Fuller for a term at the pleasure …
Don't import prescription drugs
Prescription drug pricing has been the subject of much debate over the last year.
Michael Moore Announces Candidacy for Harris County Commissioner, Precinct 3
Michael Moore, who served as Houston Mayor Bill White’s Chief of Staff, announced his candidacy today for Harris County Commissioner, Precinct 3.
High Times Announces Oklahoma Cannabis Cup Lineup
High Times, the most well-known, globally recognized brand in cannabis, today announced its headlining act for its upcoming Cannabis Cup event in Oklahoma taking place at the Lost Lakes Amphitheater in Oklahoma City from August 24-25.
Forget YouTube Fame; Social Responsibility Is Key To Career Happiness
American children and teens, when asked the age-old question of what they want to be as adults, lean toward careers that could bring personal fame or are just plain fun, rather than those that might contribute to the betterment of …
Greater Houston Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Foundation to Graduate Next Cohort of Emerging Leaders
The Greater Houston Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Foundation (GHHCCF) will graduate its newest cohort of Emerging Leaders on Thursday, August 1st. In attendance will be the graduates’ families and friends, past ELI graduates, and leaders from across the city. Keynote …
EPA Announces Updated Chemical Review Tool Agency takes unprecedented step to make additional information about the status of chemical reviews available to the public
Today, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is continuing its commitment to transparency by making additional information about new chemical notices available to the public on the agency’s website. Visitors to the updated chemical review status tracker can view and …
Report: Texas receives a C for manufacturing, A for logistics
Texas receives a C for manufacturing and A for logistics, says annual report from Ball State University.
