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Texas-based Touchstone Communities Celebrates Award Winners for Administrator and Director of Nursing of the Year

Texas Health Care Association has awarded Sherrel Charlton from The Heights on Valley Ranch in Porter Administrator of the Year and Javier Perez Cortez from Las Alturas Nursing & Transitional Care in Laredo Director of Nursing (DON) of the Year.

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Drew Barrymore ‘deeply apologizes’ to the Writers Guild of America in an emotional video

Drew Barrymore is apologizing to television and film writers over her decision to resume production on her talk show as members of the Writers Guild of America remain on strike.

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Klein Collins High School Alumna Alex McBride Nominated by Television Academy for 42nd College Television Awards

Alex McBride, an alumna of Klein Collins High School in Spring, Texas, has been nominated for the Television Academy Foundation’s 42nd College Television Awards—a national competition.

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US proposes ‘temporary ceasefire’ in Gaza in draft UN resolution

The United States has proposed a United Nations Security Council draft resolution on Gaza calling for a temporary ceasefire in Israel’s war against Hamas and warning against an Israeli ground incursion into Rafah, where hundreds of thousands of displaced Palestinians have fled over the course of the conflict.

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Why pancreatic cancer is so deadly

Pancreatic cancer is the third-leading cause of death from cancer in the United States, after lung and colorectal cancers

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5 things for August 13: Unite the Right, Omarosa, Richard Russell

What is it like to train to be a Border Patrol agent in the age of Trump? Find out as we take you inside Border Patrol Academy. Here's what you need to know to Get Up to Speed and Out the Door.

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The Financial Checklist: Tools and Strategies for Securing Your Finances After a Natural Disaster

The nation has been watching in disbelief as Hurricane Harvey put over 32,000 residents in Texas shelters and damaged over 40,000 homes, and our hearts go out to those affected by the storms and flooding in Texas. We wanted to lend our expertise by putting together a list of basic but crucial steps for survivors to take in order to gain a stable

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Shootout between Texas school gunman and deputies lasted 25 minutes

The gunfire tearing through Santa Fe High School didn't stop for half an hour. And during that time, Texas deputies were in a 25-minute shootout with the gunman, authorities said.

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We Must Rescue And Rebuild Puerto Rico

What obligations do we owe one to another as Americans? What does patriotism and citizenship mean in practice? Hurricane Maria's devastation of Puerto Rico has posed these questions. Americans should be dissatisfied with the way our federal government has responded.

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Tomar and the FCs announce 'Rise Above' album release show featuring a Stax Records tribute, Feb. 1

Austin-based soul band Tomar and the FCs are thrilled to announce the details of their “Rise Above” official album release show, taking place Saturday, Feb. 1 at Antone’s Nightclub, located at 305 E. Fifth St, Austin, Texas 78701. The release show, presented by KUTX, will open with a tribute to Stax Records featuring performances by Kevin Russell (Shinyribs), The Watters, Sheree Smith, Soul Man Sam and Courtney Santana. Doors are at 9 p.m. The Stax Records Tribute will take place 10 - 11:15 p.m. and Tomar and the FCs will play from 11:30 p.m. - 1 a.m. Tickets are $15 and can be purchased in advance here.

HISD Helping Hands

As we navigate uncharted territory with the impact of COVID-19, HISD is fully committed to supporting our students and families in need.

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Newest Texan Ross Blacklock Learned Life Lessons From An African American Pioneer, His Dad

As the cameras began to roll in the home of TCU defensive lineman Ross Blacklock, sitting to his left was an older gentleman whose demeanor expressed that of a person who never rattles under pressure and always seems to have control of every situation. That man was former University of Texas basketball star Jimmy Blacklock , his dad.

The role of an unexpected savior is not new to Tyler Perry

In an interview filled with one bombshell after another, Meghan Markle and Prince Harry revealed their fears and struggles with racism in the royal family. But one unlikely hero emerged in the saga: Tyler Perry.

Texas Parks and Wildlife Department Awards $4.8 Million in Recreational Trail Grants to Texas Communities

During Thursday’s meeting, the Texas Parks and Wildlife Commission approved more than $4.8 million dollars in grants funding 17 motorized and non-motorized recreational trail-related projects across the state.

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Battleship Texas Foundation Announces Ship Departure on August 31st

The Battleship Texas Foundation (BTF), with their partners, the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department and Texas Historical Commission, announce that the Battleship Texas will be departing San Jacinto Battleground State Historic Site for repairs on August 31st. Repairs will be done at Gulf Copper & Manufacturing Corporations’ Galveston Shipyard. Due to weather or day of delays, the departure is subject to potential postponement. A livestream video of the departure will be available for the public to view for free on the BTF YouTube channel and Facebook group page.

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Early Voting Comes to a Close As Election Day Approaches

The pavement is being worn out with campaign workers hitting the streets to knock on doors and voters standing up for what they believe in at the polls. Only a few more days are left to vote before the November 8th Election when we find if Texas will remain a red state under the Greg Abbott administration or if the tide will turn blue with Beto O’Rourke at the helm.E

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CrysTales Taking Chancing to Bring the Funny

How amazing would it be if you could see yourself the way God sees you? This became a repetitious prayer for Crystal Holmes-Montgomery. When she couldn't see herself as God did it made her view narrow and not able to the full picture. For the longest time it seemed God had been sending her a message to add another dimension to herself.

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Next Weekend at Discovery Green

Can you believe July is around the corner? Discovery Green has activities to ring in the new month for the entire family. Below is a breakdown of what is going on next weekend!

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Biden to announce new steps to close racial wealth gap while marking 100th anniversary of Tulsa Race Massacre

President Joe Biden will visit Tulsa, Oklahoma, on Tuesday to mark the 100th anniversary of the Tulsa Race Massacre and announce new actions his administration will take to reduce the racial wealth gap as he commemorates one of the worst acts of racial violence in US history.

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CDC director urges people to keep masking and distancing 'regardless of what states decide'

The director of the US Disease Control and Prevention on Wednesday said she hopes people will decide to individually "do the right thing" about distancing and wearing masks, even in states moving to eliminate restrictions against the CDC's recommendations.