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Local Restaurants Participating in Houston Restaurant Weeks
Try out a new restaurant or revisit a favorite for a great cause during Houston Restaurant Weeks! Find out which local restaurants are participating in this annual fundraiser benefitting the Montgomery County Food Bank. Houston Restaurant Weeks provides diners an opportunity to give back while dining out. Each participating restaurant...
7 cases of West Nile virus confirmed in Harris County residents; over 500 positive mosquito samples
HARRIS COUNTY, Texas — Harris County Public Health said seven human cases of West Nile virus have been confirmed in unincorporated areas of the county. The number of positive mosquito samples has also skyrocketed with 520 cases across a widespread area, HCPH said. Positive samples were found in 168 out of the 268 unincorporated areas. There were only 50 positive samples in 2023 but a warmer spring season and recent rains are blamed for the dramatic increase this summer.
Special Counsel appointed in DWI case of Harris County Judge Kelli Johnson
HOUSTON – Harris County Judge Kelli Johnson’s DWI case is moving to Montgomery County. Johnson is the elected official of the 178th District Court. In June, she was arrested by a Houston Police Officer for suspicion of driving while intoxicated. According to her Defense Attorney Chris Tritico, she blew a 0.0.
H-E-B Summer of Sharing Event gives free groceries and hot meals to 800 Montgomery County Families in need
Over 800 Montgomery County families in need received free groceries, hot meals, and goodies for kids at the H-E-B Summer of Sharing event held June 29, 2024 at Woodforest Bank Stadium in Shenandoah, Texas. Through its Summer of Sharing initiative, H-E-B has held distribution events in several cities across Texas, and Montgomery County was fortunate to be one of the stops again this summer. The mega mobile distribution was made possible by the collaborative efforts of H-E-B, Conroe Independent School District and Montgomery County Food Bank.
Daniel Makes it Four Straight with Southern States Modified Series
CLEVELAND, TX – Patrick Daniel just keeps winning with the Southern States Modified Series. On Saturday night, Daniel made it four in a row at 105 Speedway. AMS Racing Pole Award winner Anthony Meek got the hole shot and pulled away to lead the opening lap with Richard Holt and series points leader Patrik Daniel in hot pursuit. While Meek remained faithful to the high lane around the 1/4-mile oval, Daniel used every inch of the racing surface to search for a way to catch the leader.
Texas deaths from Hurricane Beryl reach 36, including more who lost power in heat
The number of Texas deaths after Hurricane Beryl came ashore and knocked out power to millions of residents climbed to at least 36 on Thursday as officials confirmed more people who died in homes that were left without air conditioning during sweltering heat. The medical examiner's office in Fort Bend...
Energy expert expresses doubts about CenterPoint Energy's plan to improve: 'Not super optimistic'
A new tally shows 36 people lost their lives because of Hurricane Beryl across the state, 34 of whom died in the Houston area.The latest deaths happened in Fort Bend County, where at least four people died from overheating.Meanwhile, Centerpoint Energy apologized for where it fell short and shared its plan to improve. The company's initial assessment showed room for improvement in three main areas: resiliency, communication, and community partnerships.READ MORE: 13 Investigates: CenterPoint admits 'clearly more needs to be done'Texas Energy and Power Newsletter author Doug Lewin joined Eyewitness News to analyze Centerpoint's action plan and discuss other possibilities...
Texas Rainfall Brings Out ‘Toxic’ Worms that Regenerate When Chopped in Half
The recent excessive rainfall in the Houston area has brought an unexpected and toxic guest out of hiding: the hammerhead flatworm. These invasive worms, known for their distinctive hammer-shaped heads, emerge from their subterranean homes due to the massive amounts of precipitation. Danger Lurking in Your Yard. These flatworms can...
Investigation launched into Conroe animal shelter after three-month-old puppy chews off its own leg
At the shelter, Casey was only given over the counter medication to treat the pain before he was taken to a veterinary hospital in Navasota. Information about Casey and other allegations about the animal shelter were the subject of a memo sent to councilmembers by former Police Chief Jeff Christy.
Conroe City Council accepts retirements, resignations for personnel including fire, police chiefs
At its July 25 meeting, Conroe City Council accepted the retirements or resignations of the city's police chief, fire chief, parks and recreation director and the executive director of the Conroe Economic Development Council. (Lizzy Spangler/Community Impact) During its July 25 regular meeting, Conroe City Council accepted the retirements of...
Divers off Texas coast lost at sea for 36 hours, rescued by Coast Guard
MATAGORDA, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Two divers were rescued after being lost at sea for over 36 hours off the Texas coast. On Wednesday afternoon, Sector Corpus Christi watch standers received word that the two divers were last seen on the surface of “unfavorable weather conditions,” the Coast Guard announced. The divers were not seen again […]
Where's my $750 FEMA check? ABC13 asking questions weeks after Beryl
Where's my check, FEMA?You are not alone if you are waiting for your $750 FEMA Disaster Assistance check.Unfortunately, FEMA officials told ABC13 they were aware of the delays but couldn't say when people would receive their $750.FEMA representatives said each application must be reviewed individually, and there is no set time for the agency to approve or deny it.Officials said they would contact applicants by mail, e-mail, or text to let them know if they were approved, so keep looking for that correspondence from FEMA.PREVIOUS STORY: Residents of 15 southeast Texas counties can now apply for federal Beryl aidYou can...
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