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News from April 2024
City of Houston Planning Commission met March 21
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Apr 27, 2024
City of Houston Planning Commission met Thursday, March 21
City of Houston City Council met April 22 & 23
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Apr 27, 2024
City of Houston City Council met April 22 & 23
Southwest Management District Board of Directors met March 22
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Apr 27, 2024
Southwest Management District Board of Directors met Friday, March 22
Southwest Management District Board of Directors met April 22
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Apr 27, 2024
Southwest Management District Board of Directors met Monday, April 22
International Management District Public Safety Committee met April 18
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Apr 27, 2024
International Management District Public Safety Committee met Thursday, April 18
International Management District Environmental & Urban Design/Community Development Committee met April 17
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Apr 27, 2024
International Management District Environmental & Urban Design/Community Development Committee met Wednesday, April 17
HISD Celebrates Community Volunteers at 53rd Annual VIPS Awards Ceremony
By Houston Daily | Apr 26, 2024
HISD recently hosted its 53rd annual Volunteers in Public Schools (VIPS) Awards Ceremony to honor the contributions of volunteers from various sectors within the community. The event, which took place on April 25, saw a gathering of volunteers including parents, teachers, community members, and students who were recognized for their dedication and service.Najah Callander, Senior Executive Director of External Engagement with HISD’s Family and Community Engagement Department, emphasized the significance of volunteers in HISD schools, stating, “Volunteers are so important...
2024 UH Faculty Awards Recognize Teaching, Research, Service
By Houston Daily | Apr 26, 2024
The University of Houston recently honored its outstanding faculty members at the 2024 Faculty Awards ceremony, acknowledging their dedication to teaching, research, and service. The event celebrated the achievements of educators who have made significant contributions to the university and the community.One of the highlights of the evening was the presentation of the Esther Farfel Award, the highest faculty honor at UH, to Zhifeng Ren, the Paul C. W. Chu and May P. Chern Endowed Chair in Condensed Matter Physics. Ren expressed his gratitude for the recognition, stating,...
Jim Wells and Brooks Counties Added to Disaster Declaration, Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz Announces
By Houston Daily | Apr 26, 2024
Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz announced today that Jim Wells County and Brooks County have been designated as contiguous disaster areas. This designation was made following the U.S. Department of Agriculture's declaration of several Texas counties as primary natural disaster areas due to significant agricultural losses in the 2023 Crop Year.The disaster designation for Jim Wells County and Brooks County was confirmed by USDA Secretary Tom Vilsack after a thorough review of loss assessment reports by the Texas State Executive Director of the Farm Service Agency (FSA)....
Governor Abbott Announces Job Training Grant to Texas State Technical College
By Houston Daily | Apr 25, 2024
Governor Greg Abbott has announced a Skills Development Fund (SDF) grant award totaling $179,538 to Texas State Technical College (TSTC) by the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC). The grant will provide customized training in healthcare, healthcare compliance, medical billing, and other high-demand occupations to 100 new and incumbent employees of Hendrick Health System.Governor Abbott emphasized the importance of investing in the workforce, stating, “As our state and economy continue to grow, it is critical that we invest in our workforce to ensure key industries have the...
Texas Named Best State For Business For Record-Breaking 20th Year
By Houston Daily | Apr 25, 2024
Governor Greg Abbott today celebrated Texas again being named the Best State for Business—for a record-breaking 20 years in a row. The annual survey conducted by Chief Executive magazine of the nation's leading CEOs continues to recognize Texas as the top state for business."Texas truly is the Best State for Business and stands as a model for the nation," said Governor Abbott. "Freedom is a magnet, and Texas offers entrepreneurs and hardworking Texans the freedom to succeed."The ranking is determined by CEOs' assessments of each state's business climate, workforce, and...
Governor Abbott Appoints Three To Texas Municipal Retirement System Board Of Trustees
By Houston Daily | Apr 25, 2024
Governor Greg Abbott has appointed individuals to serve on the Texas Municipal Retirement System Board of Trustees. Tommy Gonzalez of Midland, Tricia Mirabelle of Cedar Park, and Roel “Roy” Rodriguez, P.E. of McAllen have been selected for these roles.Tommy Gonzalez, currently serving as the city manager for Midland, brings with him a wealth of experience. Gonzalez has a background in public sector excellence and holds leadership roles on several boards. He has received accolades such as the Baldrige Foundation E. David Spong Lifetime Leadership Award and has a military...
Governor Abbott Announces Killeen Music Friendly Texas Community Workshop
By Houston Daily | Apr 25, 2024
Governor Greg Abbott has revealed that the Texas Music Office (TMO), in collaboration with the City of Killeen and Visit Killeen, will be hosting a Music Friendly Texas Community workshop on Wednesday, May 1. The workshop aims to promote music industry development and economic growth within Texas communities.Expressing the significance of music in Texas, Governor Abbott stated, "Music is key to the Texas brand and to our local economies." He extended his gratitude to the Texas Music Office for assisting communities in fostering creative partnerships and job creation....
17627 Cleeves Drive, Richmond unloaded by Lance and Dawn Friedman, More for, Of in Consideration, Dollars the Sum of Ten, Hand Paid and The Grantee
By Houston Daily | Apr 25, 2024
On April 22, Lance M. Friedman and Dawn V. Friedman Trustees of the Friedman Family (revocable living trust), Herein Named Has Granted Sold, Sell By These Presents Does Grant, Convey Unto Lance M. and Dawn V. Friedman and Friedman Family Revocable purchased a property at 17627 Cleeves Drive, Richmond from Lance and Dawn Friedman, More for, Of in Consideration, Dollars the Sum of Ten, Hand Paid and The Grantee appraised at $256,056.
10323 Bellago Lane, Richmond acquired by Bhasin Hereinafter Referred to as Manisha (revocable trust)
By Houston Daily | Apr 25, 2024
A property at 10323 Bellago Lane, Richmond was sold on April 22 by Manisha Bhasin Hereinafter Referred to for $167,640. The buyer was Bhasin Hereinafter Referred to as Manisha (revocable trust).
Opendoor Property Trust I. buys 1106 Shirleen Drive, Stafford
By Houston Daily | Apr 25, 2024
A property at 1106 Shirleen Drive, Stafford was sold on April 22 by John and Shannon Glaser for $214,170. The buyer was Opendoor Property Trust I.
Geng Zhao and Yaxiao Ma unload 6311 Laurel Bush Lane, New Territory
By Houston Daily | Apr 25, 2024
A property at 6311 Laurel Bush Lane, New Territory was sold on April 22 by Geng Zhao and Yaxiao Ma for $254,920. The buyer was Aruba Enterprises LLC.
Marlon Michael Meza Salas and Sara Ligia Navarro De Meza unload 34419 Fm 1093, Simonton
By Houston Daily | Apr 25, 2024
A property at 34419 Fm 1093, Simonton was sold on April 22 by Marlon Michael Meza Salas and Sara Ligia Navarro De Meza for $734,800. The buyers were Alexandre and Ana Claudia Koerich Rossetti.
2039 Creek Valley Lane, Sugar Land purchased by Offerpad SPVBORROWER1 LLC
By Houston Daily | Apr 25, 2024
On April 23, Offerpad SPVBORROWER1 LLC purchased a property at 2039 Creek Valley Lane, Sugar Land from Maria Elena Jeannette D. and M. E. Edelstein Jeannette D. and Waverly Street Houston Texas.
1118 Lake Estates Drive, Sugar Land acquired by Jonathan Bamrom
By Houston Daily | Apr 25, 2024
On April 23, Jonathan Bamrom purchased a property at 1118 Lake Estates Drive, Sugar Land from George Foundation.