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Mattress Recycling Council Cites Pleasant Mattress' SP2 Program as Example On How to Improve Sustainability & Efficiency
Leading independent mattress manufacturer Pleasant Mattress has been recognized by the Mattress Recycling Council (MRC) for its success in Sleep Products Sustainability (SP2). The manufacturer was chosen by the organization to be the first to be featured on its website, highlighting Pleasant Mattress' successes in improving the sustainability and efficiency of its business as the first U.S.-based mattress manufacturer to achieve certification for its production facility through MRC's SP2 program.
Houston’s Oldest Park Celebrates 150th Anniversary and Commemorates Juneteenth
Free Houston-area event welcomes the community to honor history and celebrate with live music from national recording artists
Houston’s Emancipation Park Conservancy is hosting a summer celebration to commemorate its sesquicentennial anniversary and honor Juneteenth, the nation’s newest federal holiday. The holiday recognizes June 19, 1865, the date that enslaved people across Texas learned that they were free, two years after the signing of the Emancipation Proclamation.
What's Needed Now Is a Push for Peace
“When elephants fight, it is the grass that suffers,” an old African proverb teaches. Sadly, we now witness its truth in the horrors visited upon Ukraine by Russia’s invasion. The elephants – Russia and the U.S. with its NATO allies – fought over Ukraine, and now Ukrainians are paying a horrible price. As in any modern war, civilians suffer the worst casualties. Nearly 400,000 Ukrainians have already been forced from their country, refugees fleeing the violence. While sanctions may hit the Russian elites in their pocketbooks, it is young, often befuddled Russian soldiers whose lives are at risk in the face of the inspired and fierce Ukrainian resistance.
The Importance of National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month
Every year in July, we dedicate National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month to shed light on the unique challenges faced by racial and ethnic minority communities regarding mental health in the United States. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office of Minority Health encourages leaders at the state, tribal, and local levels, as well as community-based organizations, faith leaders, healthcare providers, and individuals, to educate their communities about mental health stigma.
FREE: Houston Unites at H-E-B's Feast of Sharing With Over 5,000 FREE Meals
As the festive spirit descends upon Houston, H-E-B is poised to transform the holiday cheer into a tangible community feast with its acclaimed annual Feast of Sharing dinners. In a heartwarming blend of tradition and generosity, H-E-B’s Mobile Kitchens are gearing up to dish out authentic Texas-style meals across the Lone Star State, ensuring that the essence of the holidays is shared far and wide. The 2023 edition of this beloved tradition promises to be a tapestry of joyous celebrations, complete with soulful music and engaging family activities that are synonymous with the season.
Harris Health's Innovative 'Hospital at Home' Service Enhances Patient Experience in Houston
Harris Health System is redefining patient care in Houston with the initiation of its pioneering 'Hospital at Home' service, which commenced on February 26. This service is a trailblazer in the region, offering patients who require hospital-level care the luxury of receiving it in the familiar comfort of their homes.
Preservation and Progress: Antioch Missionary Baptist Church Receives Significant Grant from the African American Cultural Heritage Action Fund
In a significant move toward preserving Houston's historical land- marks, the Antioch Missionary Baptist Church, a beacon of African American heritage in Texas, has been granted $180,000 by the esteemed Af- rican American Cultural Heritage Action Fund, an initiative by the National Trust for Historic Preservation.
Houston Area Educators named Finalists for 2017 H-E-B Excellence in Education Awards
Families of the Sunnyside community will come together for YOUTH BASEBALL and a FUN and EDUCATIONAL FAIR IN THE PARK as a result of partnership sponsors: Schlumberger, Houston Astros, A-Rocket Moving, WorleyParsons, Texas Southern University, Thurgood Marshall School of Law, City Council Member Dwight Boykins, Constable May Walker, Harris County Constable Office Precinct 7, South Central Sportz, Congressman Al Green, Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee, Irving Logan, Sr - Houston Industrial Solutions, Pinnacle Pediatric Dentistry, Design Dental Group, Garfield Johnson, III, MD, Texas ENT Specialists, Inc., Paradise Funeral Home and Cemeteries, Mary and Stephen Auzenne, Johnson Funeral Home, Legacy Community Health, Santa Clara Clinic, and Port City Chapter of The Links, Incorporated to date.
The Stars of Disney's "A Wrinkle in Time" Surprise Fans at Disneyland
Disney’s “A Wrinkle in Time,” an epic adventure from visionary director Ava DuVernay based on Madeleine L’Engle’s timeless classic, takes audiences across dimensions of time and space, examining the nature of darkness versus light and, ultimately, the triumph of love.
Lebanon's economy was already in crisis. Then the blast hit Beirut
A cataclysmic blast in Beirut, Lebanon's capital, is poised to send an economy already deep in crisis hurtling toward a dangerous unknown.
Bill Gates tells Nigerian leaders to 'face facts' so they can make progress
Bill Gates traveled to Nigeria to publicly give its leaders some tough talk. It was a highly unusual move but the tech billionaire believes the country is facing a critical moment.
SMU, Children's Health Harness Power of Sports to Improve Kids' Well-Being
SMU and Children’s Health through its Children’s Health Andrews Institute for Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine are launching a collaboration dedicated to leveraging the transformational power of sports to improve the health, activity levels and well-being of kids. The Youth Sports Impact Partnership, a unique university-hospital relationship, will use an evidence-based approach to improve access to youth sports, prevent injury and share age-appropriate training and development practices.
College students plan to visit every Iowa town
A lot of Iowans are planning their summer vacations right now, but no one has plans like Austin Schneider and Seth Varner.
Texas congresswoman to Trump: 'I refuse to be an accessory' to El Paso visit
Democratic Rep. Veronica Escobar of Texas on Tuesday said she declined an invitation to join President Donald Trump on his upcoming visit to El Paso, Texas, as the city recovers from a mass shooting.
Seaworld San Antonio Opens for 2020 Season Saturday, Feb.22
Texas Stingray, the tallest, fastest and longest wooden roller coaster in Texas and Tonga Twister, a first-of-its-kind water slide at Aquatica highlight 2020 calendar
SeaWorld San Antonio will launch its 2020 season Saturday, February 22 featuring a year full of thrilling rides, exciting events and dynamic attractions for the entire family.
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Think of the south of France and postcard images of the lavender fields of Provence and tony spots with yachts -- Nice, Cannes and St. Tropez -- likely spring to mind.
Kamala Harris’ ‘Politically Safe’ Border Trip
Kamala Harris did say that visiting the border would be “playing political games.” Turns out she was right.
Kitchen Throwdown: The Ultimate battle between 2 All-pro NFL Player
Succulent, Aromatic, Smoky, Sensational, and Yummy, definitely not words synonymous with America's football frenzy and Super Bowl craze but one local firm; Boom Media and Image Consulting, is looking to change the game one pigskin at a time! We've watched our favorite NFL players hit the field during the season to battle for gridiron glory and now two All-Pro NFL players will have one last chance to make a game changing play in the inaugural culinary showdown known as "Kitchen Throwdown". This culinary battle will be held at the Conservatory Underground Beer Garden and Food Hall located at 1010 Prairie St, Houston, TX 77002 on Wednesday, February 1st from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
ALL-TIME ACCESS: Children’s MUSEUM Houston Moves To All-Digital Format As Kids Return To School
Museum Takes Break To Focus On Reaching Children Where They Are Via “All-Time Access” Initiative
Coming September, Children’s Museum Houston (CMH) will launch “All-Time Access,” an online initiative to enhance distance learning and open the Museum to families all over the world from an all-time digital landscape. Now that kids are back in school, the Museum will take a break beginning Aug. 31 to focus on “All-Time Access” and meet children and their families where they are —at school, at home, at play. But do not worry! CMH will reopen just as soon as we can come together again. The Museum had intended to remain open the entire week, but due to Hurricane Laura, CMH will close Aug. 26 and 27 with plans to reopen Aug. 28 to 30.
Top 5 Signs You’re Overwhelmed as a Principal
You don’t walk the halls anymore. You know that you should be visible, but if you leave the fire you are currently putting out, the building may burn down. Not just one room in the building, the entire building! The minute you put that fire out, you discover the embers from that fire started another one that is blazing right behind you. Sign number one that you are overwhelmed as a principal is that you are always in crisis mode and not in creation mode. No one can thrive in a building that is constantly in crisis, day after day; year after year and fire after fire.
