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Famed Ringling Bros. Circus Closing After More Than 100 Years
The Ringling Bros. circus is closing down after more than 100 years in operation, according to a press release from Feld Entertainment, which has owned the circus for the last 50 years.
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Controversial Megachurch Pastor Eddie Long Dies at 63
Bishop Eddie Long, the controversial leader of one of the nation's largest megachurches, has died, according to the suburban Atlanta church he presided over. He was 63.
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Mayor Turner Responds To HUD Decision on Fountain View Housing Project
City Moving Forward with Expanded Low Income Housing
Mayor Sylvester Turner is in strong disagreement with a U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development letter of findings regarding the Houston Housing Authority project on Fountain View in the Galleria area.
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H-E-B, Kinder Foundation and Others Donate Funds to Houston’s Emancipation Project
The $33 million renovation project for Houston’s Emancipation Park just received additional funding from several businesses and foundations.
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San Antonio Being Considered for Self-driving Car Study
No longer just a concept from the Judson television show, self-driving cars are here, and the technology behind them continues to improve. Now the city of San Antonio is offering Texas A&M University researchers a big stretch of road to try it out.
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Houston Sailor Serves in Sasebo, Japan Aboard USS Ronald Reagan
Gunner's Mate Seaman Jordan Goehring, from Houston, Texas, paints the stern gate of amphibious assault ship USS Bonhomme Richard (LHD 6).
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Houston Marathon Organizers Urge Runners to Slow Down and Adjust Pace for Sunday's Race
With race day temperatures expected to reach 74 degrees and humidity exceeding 90 percent, officials of the Chevron Houston Marathon advise runners to exercise caution in Sunday's races.
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H-E-B Announces 2017 Excellence in Education School District and Early Childhood Finalists and Recognizes Outstanding Public School Boards
H-E-B announced today that eight school districts and five early childhood facilities have been selected as finalists for the retailer’s 16th annual 2017 Excellence in Education Awards program. For the third year in a row, H-E-B is recognizing five public school boards to highlight the importance of strong leadership at the board level.
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New Channel Featuring African American Culture and Entertainment Comes to Houston
Just before the start of Black History Month, Houston will get a new channel showcasing African American culture and entertainment.
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Rep. Reynolds Pre-Files HB 476 to Promote Small Business Growth and Create More Jobs in Texas
Today, Representative Reynolds Pre-filed House Bill 476 to be considered during the upcoming 85th Legislative session which will begin on January 10, 2017. The bill will require the comptroller and state agencies to give preferences to small businesses when purchasing goods or services with a value less than $500,000.00.
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Rep. Reynolds Pre-Files HB 475 to Raise the Minimum Wage in Texas
Today, Representative Reynolds Pre-filed House Bill 475 to be considered during the upcoming 85th Legislature which will begin on January 10, 2017. The bill will raise the minimum wage in Texas to $15.00 an hour.
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Statement From State Rep. Ron Reynolds After Filing House Bill 854
"Jordan Baker. Mike Brown. Eric Garner. There are blatant problems with the criminal justice system, and many of you have demanded change. I want change as well.
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Rep. Reynolds Unites With Civil Rights Organizations to Address Race-Motivated Incidences Across Texas & Minority Underrepresentation
Today, House Minority Whip, Representative Ron Reynolds proudly joined many House and Senate colleagues, along with multiple civil rights organizations to address racially-motivated incidences of harassment and intimidation that have escalated across the country since the November elections of 2016. Leaders from the African American, Latino, and Asian communities called upon Gov. Greg Abbott, Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick and Speaker of the House Joe Strauss to address the hateful rhetoric, racial tension, and uncivil political speech that has escalated since the election of President-Elect Trump.
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Budweiser’s Biggest Ambassadors Descend on Houston for Football’s Biggest Game
The Anheuser-Busch Houston Brewery Hosts the World-Famous Budweiser Clydesdales and Welcomes Visitors for Beer and Entertainment Experiences in Celebration of Super Bowl LI
The Bayou City is bustling with preparations for Super Bowl LI and the Anheuser-Busch Houston Brewery and Tour Center is no exception.
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Martin Luther King’s Legacy Honored with Day of Service
Shell Oil Company volunteers spend holiday working along with other companies & individuals
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. once said, “Life's most persistent and urgent question is, 'What are you doing for others?'” To honor King’s life and work and in recognition of MLK Day, Houston Food Bank is welcoming individual and corporate volunteers on Monday, January 16, 2017 MLK Day.
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Pianist Denis Kozhukhin Returns to Jones Hall to Begin Recording Project
Russian pianist Denis Kozhukhin will return to the Jones Hall stage for Gershwin & Rachmaninoff at 8 p.m. Jan. 27-28 and 2:30 p.m. Jan. 29. Led by Music Director Andrés Orozco-Estrada, the program will kick off with Gershwin’s An American in Paris, followed by John Adams’ Doctor Atomic Symphony. The evening concludes with Rachmaninoff’s Piano Concerto No. 3, which will be recorded for future commercial release.
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Governor Abbott Names President And Appoints Six To Texas Medical Board
Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Sherif Zaafran, M.D., Michael Cokinos, Kandace Farmer, D.O., Jeffrey Luna, M.D., LuAnn Morgan and Jayaram Naidu, M.D. to the Texas Medical Board for terms set to expire April 13, 2021. The Governor additionally named Sherif Zaafran, M.D. president of the board.
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Twelve Year Old Founder and CEO of Me & the Bees Lemonade, Mikaila Ulmer, Named to List of Top 25 People Shaping Retail's Future by the National Retail Federation Foundation (NRF)
Social & Environmental Entrepreneur, Inspirational Speaker and Philanthropist Inspires Audiences To Unleash Entrepreneurial Spirit
Representing the best and brightest individuals impacting the retail industry, Mikaila is a rising star whose imagination, inspiration and innovation is having a true impact on the retail industry. Mikaila, along with notable honorees from Bank of America Merrill Lynch, Facebook, Home Depot, West Elm and others, will be recognized at the 3rd Annual NRF Foundation Gala on January 15, 2017 in New York City.
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Four Reasons Why HIDDEN FIGURES Should Be #1 AGAIN!
HIDDEN FIGURES blew expectations with movie-goers making the film #1 opening weekend, beating ROGUE ONE at the box office and bringing in $22.8 million!
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Astros Announce Non-Roster Invites to Spring Training
Club also announces three minor league free agent signings
The Houston Astros announced several 2017 non-roster invites to Major League Spring Training today, which includes eight pitchers, three catchers, three infielders and four outfielders for a total of 18 players. The announcement was made by Astros General Manager Jeff Luhnow.
