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National Champions Movie Review

A lackluster film that tries to deliver a noble message

Days before the college football national championship game, star quarterback LeMarcus James (Stephan James) shocks the world by taking to Twitter days before the national championship game to start a movement among players to boycott the contest unless the multibillion-dollar NCAA agrees to pay them as employees.

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North Texas Teen Book Festival in Irving

Free event connects young readers with their favorite authors; features meet-and-greets, book signings and more

The North Texas Teen Book Festival (NTTBF) comes to the Irving Convention Center on Saturday March 4th, 9 – 5 p.m. The free one-day festival promotes reading and celebrates both middle grade and young adult literature. It is hosted by the Irving Public Library and its partners, Half Price Books, Friends of the Irving Public Library, local school districts, museums, other local libraries, and the DFW chapter of the Forever YA Book Club.

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Remembering the Life of Kelvin Keith Belcher, MD

Romans 6:23 reads, “For the wages of sin [is] death; but the gift of God [is] eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord.” Kelvin Keith Belcher, MD has reached his eternal life with the Lord joining him on February 18, 2017.

Spec's Now Open in Porter

Grand Opening Kickoff Saturday, February 1

Texas family-owned Spec’s Wines, Spirits and Finer Foods is proud to announce the grand opening of a brand new Spec’s in Porter, located at 23611 US Highway 59. To commemorate this occasion, Spec’s is inviting everyone in the area to our Grand Opening Celebration on Saturday, February 1 from 11am–5pm.

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It's not just you. Zoom is down across the US

Zoom, the video conferencing app that's become a go-to for many stuck at home during the pandemic, is down in some parts of the world.

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Harley Davidson Texas Children's Hospital Teddy Bear Run

Cowboy Harley-Davidson Beaumont will ride from Beaumont, TX to Houston, TX to deliver over 300 teddy bears to children staying at Texas Children’s Hospital. They will begin at St. Elizabeth and The Medical Center in Beaumont before heading out to Houston.

Texas Conservation Volunteers Honored During National Volunteer Week

USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) is celebrating National Volunteer Week April 19-25, 2025 by thanking and honoring its Earth Team volunteers for their service to conservation.

Houston “To Showcase the City” During Convention

Mayor Turner describes Convention as “an infusion of fresh air”

After two years of preparation, 50,000 will be in Houston to attend the Spanish-language “Love Never Fails”! International Convention of Jehovah’s Witnesses August 23-25, 2019, at NRG Stadium.

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Got Soulfood? Come On Down To House District 146!

Business of the Week!

This week Representative Shawn Thierry officially launched her "Business of the Week" program for District 146! Rep. Thierry believes that small businesses are the economic engines of our communities. If you own a small business in House District 146, or know of one that you would like to nominate, please call Rep. Thierry at (713) 667-4146, or email us at thierryfortexas@gmail.com.

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How to Help Las Vegas Shooting Victims

There are several ways you can donate to victims of Sunday night's mass shooting in Las Vegas, where 58 people were killed and hundreds were injured when a gunman opened fire on concertgoers at a country music festival.

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Texas Church Turned Into a Memorial After Mass Shooting

The same day that the First Baptist Church of Sutherland Springs held its first service since a gunman opened fire on parishioners last week, killing 25 people and an unborn child, residents and visitors got to see how the church had been turned into a memorial.

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Houston Parks and Recreation Department Releases Statement On Death of Parks & Recreation Employee

On Tuesday, November 8, 2022, at approximately 11:20 am, an electrocution incident involving a Houston Parks and Recreation Department employee occurred. The Houston Fire Department responded to an EMS call to Melrose Park, 1001 Canino Road. Upon arrival HFD found the employee to be deceased. An investigation regarding the incident is still underway.

Fort Bend County Offers Grant Funding to Nonprofits for Family Violence Prevention

Fort Bend County in support of family violence prevention invites area nonprofit service providers to sign up for the Family Protection Grant to help support survivors of domestic violence and their children.

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Alabama cemetery hit by vandals, many calling disrespectful

Vandals at a cemetery in Grand Bay left destruction in their wake. People in the area and online saw pictures of what happened, and many called it downright disrespectful.

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Just Desserts By the Girl Scouts Kicks Off the 2023 Cookie Season

Houston area celebrity chefs teamed up with the Girl Scouts of San Jacinto to create unique desserts using Girl Scout cookies as their key ingredient at the 12th annual Just Desserts. This event is one of the kickoff events for the 2023 cookie season.

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How a James Beard-nominated chef is inspiring local high school students

Normandy High School culinary students are learning from Chef Rob Connoley. News 4 was on hand as the chef and owner of Bulrush StL taught kids the art of plating.

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Crescent Hotels & Resorts Welcomes The Westin Dallas Park Central to its Portfolio

Crescent Hotels & Resorts, the award-winning hotel management company, announced today the addition of The Westin Dallas Park Central to its distinguished portfolio. This North Dallas gem offers an ideal location for guests seeking a blend of contemporary comfort and the vibrant allure of the city.

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5 Things for August 21: Eclipse, Afghanistan, North Korea, Navy

Despite international tensions and political turmoil, Mother Nature still knows how to steal the show. Here's what else you need to know to Get Up to Speed and Out the Door. You can also get "5 Things You Need to Know Today" delivered to your inbox daily. Sign up here.

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5 Things for Tuesday, July 18: Health Care Bill, Minneapolis Shooting, Korea Talks, Worker Visas, Mediterranean Diet

Today's a great day to indulge -- it's Caviar Day! Here's what else you need to know to Get Up to Speed and Out the Door.

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2017 NYC Winter Jazzfest Opens 13th Season

2017 marks the inauguration of Winter Jazzfest Talks, a series of panel discussions and artist interviews exploring the festival’s themes and including its featured artists as well as noted journalists and scholars.