Affected workers in Eastland, Hardin, Jasper, Jones, Lamar, and Waller Counties may now also be eligible for assistance AUSTIN – The Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) is accepting applications for Disaster Unemployment Assistance (DUA) in six additional counties impacted by the severe storms, straight-line winds, tornadoes, and flooding […]
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National Safe Boating Week Encourages Boating and Water Safety Ahead of Memorial Day Weekend
AUSTIN – Just in time for one of the busiest boating weekends of the year, Texas Game Wardens and agency partners are celebrating National Safe Boating Week, May 18-24. The week-long campaign emphasizes the importance of safe boating practices and […]
The Harris County Sheriff’s Office Launches Multi-Agency Partnership for DWI Initiative Ahead of Memorial Day Weekend
Houston, TX – In a collective effort to safeguard roads during the upcoming Memorial Day holiday weekend, Sheriff Ed Gonzalez, the Harris County Sheriff’s Office, alongside the Harris County District Attorney’s Office, Harris County Constables, the Texas Department of Public Safety, […]
Dozens of Katy ISD Students Earn Medical Assistant Certification in Program’s First Year in District
KATY, TX [May 22, 2024] – Fifty-two students earned their medical assistant certification this year, as part of Katy Independent School District’s first cohort, representing Jordan, Katy, Mayde Creek, Morton Ranch, Paetow, Seven Lakes and Tompkins high schools. The students were […]
UHD to Host Houston Rockets Youth Basketball Camp with Rockets Legend Matt Bullard
HOUSTON (May 22, 2024) – Looking to keep your 10-to-16-year-old son or daughter entertained this summer? Check out the University of Houston-Downtown’s (UHD) collaboration with the Houston Rockets, as UHD will host the Youth Basketball 4 Skills Development Camp June 10 […]
Harris Central Appraisal District Reminds Property Owners of Disaster Exemption
Houston —The Harris Central Appraisal District is reminding property owners who have experienced physical damage to their property during the recent windstorms that swept through Harris County to apply for a temporary disaster exemption. “The recent severe windstorms and flooding earlier […]
Galveston Island Kicks off Summer Tourism Season with Positive Economic Outlook, New Activities
GALVESTON ISLAND, Texas (May 22, 2024) – As thousands of visitors flock to Galveston during the kickoff to summer season – Memorial Day Weekend — the island’s tourism industry anticipates a successful summer vacation season. The optimism is supported with recent […]
FEMA Calls May Come from Unfamiliar Phone Numbers
AUSTIN – After Texans apply for disaster assistance, FEMA may call them to schedule an inspection of the damaged home, or to obtain more information to process the application. These calls may come from unfamiliar area codes or phone numbers. It […]
FEMA Assistance Available to More Texas Survivors
AUSTIN – Eastland, Hardin, Jasper, Jones, Lamar and Waller counties have been added to the major disaster declaration for Texans who sustained damage from severe storms, straight-line winds, tornadoes and flooding that began April 26. Residents of these counties may be eligible […]
Electrical Repairs After Wind, Flooding Require Licensed Electrical Contractor and May Require Electrical Permits
AUSTIN – Many Texas homes and businesses suffered damage during last week’s wind and rain events. Although repairs to electrical transformers and some lines will be performed by power companies, some repairs may fall to homeowners and business owners because the […]
