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By Jo-Carolyn Goode Click here for updates on this story     August 7, 2024 (Houston Style Magazine) — The Fort Bend community gathered in splendid fashion to celebrate the 19th Annual Fort Bend Spring Brunch: Hats, Gloves, and Boutonnières, an event organized by the friends of the Fort Bend Children’s Discovery Center – A Very Special

By Jo-Carolyn Goode Click here for updates on this story     August 7, 2024 (Houston Style Magazine) — Fort Bend County Judge KP George is pleased to announce that Fort Bend County has been awarded substantial funding from the Texas General Land Office (GLO) through the Community Development Block Grant Mitigation (CDBG-MIT) program. This funding will

By Jo-Carolyn Goode Click here for updates on this story     August 7, 2024 (Houston Style Magazine) — ommunities In Schools (CIS) of Houston, a leading educational nonprofit, is rallying parents and guardians to ensure a healthy and productive 2024-2025 school year for students of all ages. Serving campuses across various Houston-area school districts, CIS aims

By Jo-Carolyn Goode Click here for updates on this story     August 7, 2024 (Houston Style Magazine) — FEMA is opening two Disaster Recovery Centers in Harris County August 7 to provide one-on-one help to Texans affected by Hurricane Beryl. Center locations: Sunnyside Health & Multi-service Center 4410 Reed Rd Houston, TX 77051 Baytown Community Center

By Holly Hinman, KESQ Click here for updates on this story     Cabazon, CA (KESQ) — One year ago today, three firefighters were killed in a helicopter crash while battling the Broadway Fire in Cabazon. Two of the three men were senior firefighters, Cal Fire Division Assistant Chief Josh Bischof, 46, and Cal Fire Captain Tim

By Jo-Carolyn Goode Click here for updates on this story     August 7, 2024 (Houston Style Magazine) — As the back-to-school season approaches, the annual Sales Tax Holiday offers a prime opportunity to support local businesses while saving money. From Friday, August 9 through Sunday, August 11, certain back-to-school items will be exempt from sales tax,

By Jennifer Franco, KESQ Click here for updates on this story     Palm Desert, CA (KESQ) — The past four years have been an emotional journey for Lupita Gutierrez and her family after they found out about a rare genetic condition affecting two of their children. Her 14-year-old son, Rolando, has to undergo routine testing after

By Francis Page, Jr. Click here for updates on this story     August 7, 2024 (Houston Style Magazine) — The Sugar Land Branch Library is set to mark a significant milestone as it celebrates its 25th anniversary. The festivities will take place at the library’s location, 550 Eldridge, on Saturday, August 31, from 10:00 am to

By Jo-Carolyn Goode Click here for updates on this story     August 7, 2024 (Houston Style Magazine) — As Houston faces a resurgence of COVID-19 cases, the city finds itself at a crucial point in managing the pandemic. Driven by new, highly transmissible variants, this recent increase in infections has reignited concerns about public health and

By Jo-Carolyn Goode Click here for updates on this story     August 7, 2024 (Houston Style Magazine) — Imagine a world where nurses are not only caregivers but also innovators, shaping the future of healthcare. Picture transitioning from the traditional bedside role to the decision-making table of business ownership. Welcome to the realm of nurse entrepreneurship—a

By Lisa Valadez Click here for updates on this story     August 7, 2024 (Houston Style Magazine) — Harris County Commissioners Court has unanimously approved a comprehensive plan led by Commissioner Lesley Briones to invest in Harris County’s District Criminal Courts, enhancing the quality and efficiency of justice. Commissioner Briones, a lawyer and former judge, collaborated

By Jo-Carolyn Goode and Francis Page, Jr. Click here for updates on this story     August 7, 2024 (Houston Style Magazine) — Houston, we have a new legend in the annals of football history! Over the weekend, former Houston Texans wide receiver Andre Johnson was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame, a first for

By Francis Page, Jr. Click here for updates on this story     August 7, 2024 (Houston Style Magazine) — Today, in a solemn yet celebratory session, the Harris County Commissioners Court gathered to honor the late Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee with a joint resolution. This moment of tribute was graced by the presence of Commissioners Tom

By Elizabeth Holmes Click here for updates on this story     HOPEWELL, Virginia (WTVR) — The family of Hopewell High School student Jayvion Taylor told CBS 6 their loved one died of a heart attack during football practice Monday night. They said they have appreciated the community’s support during this difficult time. Taylor, a 10th grade

By Perla Shaheen Click here for updates on this story     LEMON GROVE, California (KGTV) — A painted car and a handful of posters made it clear: people in Lemon Grove feel like they were lied to. “They said we were going to get to give input,” said resident Tina Cupp. “Then they took it downtown

By Aaron Dickens Click here for updates on this story     SAN DIEGO, California (KGTV) — As more than 60 tents were set up at Cesar Chavez Park in Barrio Logan, the Harbor Police Department issued notices to the people living in them that the Port of San Diego is empowered to “address encampments” under the

By Kenny Darr Click here for updates on this story     ORO VALLEY, Arizona (KGUN) — Residents of the Links neighborhood in Oro Valley are voicing concerns over dust problems at the Conquistador Golf Course, which runs through their community. The dust is not only an eyesore but also poses potential health hazards. Neighbors are particularly

By Penelope Lopez Click here for updates on this story     ABBEVILLE, Louisiana (KATC) — Feeling your best for the first day of school is important. On Tuesday, Barber Ronald “Kutdoctor” Lewis Jr. from The Hair Clinic hosted his annual free back-to-school braids and fades event in Abbeville, Louisiana. Local barbers and braiders started their day

By Samantha Loren Click here for updates on this story     BREAUX BRIDGE, Louisiana (KATC) — Brandy Guidry Aubé passion for crafting the Cajun Triangle wasn’t intentional. “Otherwise known as the t’fer or little iron in French,” said Aubé. “It began in probably 2015 a friend of mine, a Cajun musician approached me knowing that I

By Laurie Perez Click here for updates on this story     SIMI VALLEY, California (KCAL, KCBS) — A 911 call captured the reaction of a Simi Valley man after he stabbed a coyote to death for attacking his small dog inside his home. “I’m bleeding pretty badly and my dog is barely alive,” the man told