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Montana: Rep. Matt Rosendale announces Senate bid; sets up consequential GOP primary
GOP Rep. Matt Rosendale announced Friday that he had filed for Senate in Montana, setting up a contentious primary against national Republicans’ preferred pick to take on vulnerable Democratic Sen. Jon Tester.
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12-year-old boy gives back; makes Easter baskets, helping kids in Massachusetts shelters
Worcester, Mass.: A 12-year-old boy in central Massachusetts is on a mission to make sure every child has a happy Easter by making baskets for kids living in shelters.
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District Attorney Ogg to Announce Progress in Homicide Convictions
Harris County District Attorney Kim Ogg, accompanied by Leticia Ybarra, the mother of murder victim Jessica Perez, and members of the Harris County District Attorney's Office Homicide Division, is set to host a news conference providing a comprehensive update on murder and capital murder convictions.
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Introducing IONNA: Revolutionizing EV Charging in North America
Get ready for a monumental shift in electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure as IONNA, the high-powered EV charging network, officially begins operations in North America. This groundbreaking initiative, spearheaded by seven major automakers including BMW, General Motors, Honda, Hyundai, Kia, Mercedes-Benz, and Stellantis, has received regulatory approval and is set to redefine the EV charging landscape across the continent.
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Southern California: 5 Marines confirmed dead; helicopter crashes
Five US Marines have been confirmed dead after their helicopter crashed in a remote area of Southern California during a training flight Tuesday night, according to a news release from their Marine Corps unit.
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Guinness World Records Honors African American Civil War Memorial on February 1, the First Day of Black History Month 2024
The African American Civil War Memorial Freedom Foundation proudly announces a historic achievement: the African American Civil War Memorial Wall of Honor has been officially recognized by the Guinness Book of World Records as the "Most Names on a War Memorial." This esteemed recognition, bestowed on February 1, coinciding with the commencement of Black History Month, commemorates the extraordinary contributions of 209,145 Black soldiers and their white officers.
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Houston Museum of African American Culture Reveals Guest Jurors for the 2024 Bert Long, Jr. Prize
The Houston Museum of African American Culture (HMAAC) is thrilled to introduce the esteemed guest jurors for the 2024 Bert Long, Jr. Prize: Daisha Board and Phillip A. Townsend. Together with Christopher Blay, Chief Curator at HMAAC, Board and Townsend will have the honor of selecting the recipient of the 2024 Bert Long, Jr. Prize. This prestigious award, established in memory of the late Bert Long Jr., celebrates his enduring artistic legacy and contributions to the Houston art scene. The winner of the prize will receive a $3,000 cash award and a solo exhibition in the Bert Long Jr. Gallery at HMAAC, with the grand announcement scheduled for April 12, 2024, at HMAAC.
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She arranged date with guy met on plane; he didn’t show - she unexpectedly met future husband
When the guy she’d met on the plane asked her out, Cristina Farina said yes without hesitation.
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JSU Sonic Boom of the South Alumni Band Joins Forces with Rap Icon Drake on "It’s All A Blur" Tour
When Drake and J.Cole launched their highly anticipated "It's All A Blur – Big as the What?" tour in Tampa, Florida on February 2nd, fans were in for a surprise. Amidst the excitement surrounding the megastars' collaboration, the appearance of Jackson State University's Sonic Boom of the South Alumni Marching Band at Amalie Arena took social media by storm. This unexpected partnership between a rap icon and a legendary marching band has captivated audiences across the nation.
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Dedication Before Constraint for Marital Success
How times change. I once read that in the 1950s a professor at a major state university was fired when an interview in the student newspaper quoted him as saying that it would be a good idea for students to live together before getting married. In the 21st century, cohabitation before marriage has become normative, with about 70% of couples moving in together before they marry. It is accepted by most people as axiomatic that moving in before marriage is an important way to test the relationship.
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UHD's Trailblazing Mentorship Program: IRS Criminal Investigation Agents to Guide UHD Students
University of Houston-Downtown (UHD) is proud to pioneer an innovative mentorship initiative in collaboration with the IRS Criminal Investigation's Houston Field Office. This groundbreaking program will pair select UHD students from the Marilyn Davies College of Business with seasoned special agents, offering invaluable guidance and mentorship as they embark on their professional journeys.
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Special Agent in Charge Ramsey E. Covington, of the Houston Field Office
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Peter Navarro, former White House trade adviser, speaks to members of the media while arriving for his sentencing at federal court in Washington on Thursday, …
Published on February 8, 2024
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Roberts Markland LLP Welcomes Former United States District Judge Vanessa D. Gilmore to their Esteemed Team
Roberts Markland LLP, a prominent law firm known for its unwavering commitment to legal excellence and community service, proudly announces the addition of former United States District Judge Vanessa D. Gilmore to its esteemed team. Judge Gilmore's decision to join the firm marks a significant moment, highlighting shared values, expertise, and a dedication to serving the Houston community.
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Former Trump adviser Peter Navarro to report to prison
Peter Navarro, a former trade adviser to President Donald Trump who was convicted of contempt of Congress, has been ordered to report to prison after a judge denied Navarro’s effort to stay out of prison while he appeals the conviction.
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Statement On Proposed BCBS Louisiana Sale
I come before you today as your new State Treasurer but perhaps more importantly as a practicing physician who has spent a lifetime as a family doctor in the city of Minden, Louisiana. Like thousands of other physicians across our state, I have spent the past few weeks studying the proposed sale of Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana to an out-of-state, for-profit company named Elevance.
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Taste Kitchen + Bar Hosts 2nd Annual Uncle Nearest HBCU Old Fashioned Challenge: A Taste of History
Taste Kitchen + Bar is proud to launch "A Taste of History" campaign in support of the 2nd Annual Uncle Nearest HBCU Old Fashioned Challenge. This initiative celebrates Black History Month and aims to raise $1.4 million for Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). From now until June 19, 2024, patrons can enjoy specialty cocktails while contributing to a meaningful cause at Taste Kitchen + Bar's downtown location.
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One of several full “Taste of History” window wraps at Taste Kitchen + Bar displaying the remarkable story of Uncle Nearest at 420 Main Street …
Published on February 8, 2024
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Sailor with family ties to Houston supports Pacific Partnership 2024
Ensign Lacy Burkett, a sailor with family ties to Houston, Texas, is serving aboard the hospital ship USNS Mercy as part of Pacific Partnership 2024-1 (PP24-1).
