Texas House lawmakers held their only public hearing on a newly-proposed congressional map Aug. 1. Corpus Christi Republican Rep. Todd Hunter, who filed the redistricting plan on July 30, said 37 of Texas’ 38 congressional districts would be redrawn “to some degree,” with the primary changes “focused on five districts for partisan purposes.” Hunter said…
After Gov. Greg Abbott vetoed a similar proposal in June, Texas senators approved legislation Aug. 1 that would prohibit any products containing hemp-derived tetrahydrocannabinol, or THC, from being manufactured or sold in the state. At a glance Senate Bill 5, the first bill senators voted on during the 30-day special legislative session, would outlaw all…
Abdominal pain is the most common reason patients seek emergency care, yet it remains one of the most complex to diagnose. Dr. Tracey Antill, a physician at Elitecare Emergency Hospital, explained why this pain can be so challenging to pinpoint and why it’s never something to ignore. Why is abdominal pain so common? The sheer…
Here’s a roundup of the latest transportation updates in the area, as discussed during the July 29 Montgomery City Council meeting. 1. Grand Parkway exit, entrance ramps in New Caney Project: Montgomery County will be working with the Texas Department of Transportation to build a one-lane westbound exit ramp and a one-lane eastbound entrance ramp…
In 1935, employees of the Humble Oil Company founded a member-owned financial cooperative to meet the needs that traditional banks often ignored. Over the decades, that cooperative grew and evolved—changing names and merging with other institutions—to become what is now known as Community Resource Credit Union. “Credit unions are generally created out of a common…
As summer winds down and families begin preparing for a new school year, keeping kids healthy, safe and on track is a top priority for parents. According to Dr. Radhini Bell, a pediatrician at UTMB Health’s Pediatric Primary Care, this season is the perfect time to refocus on wellness, from summer safety to school readiness.…
The Highlands, a master-planned community developed by Caldwell Communities, announces the sale of its 1,000 home—a significant milestone that underscores its rapid growth and broad appeal. Located in Porter, The Highlands has become one of the nation’s fastest-growing residential communities, offering a lifestyle centered on outdoor adventure, strong community ties and amenities designed for every…
Every day, 1,000 blood donations are needed to save lives across 26 counties in the Gulf Coast region. For the people who depend on those donations, the difference between life and death can be as simple as someone rolling up their sleeve. That’s why Gulf Coast Blood opened the Fulshear Neighborhood Donor Center. Why Fulshear?…
For Dr. Deepika Sharma, dentistry is more than a profession; it’s a way to make a lasting difference in people’s lives. At Tropical Dental Care, where she has worked for the past three years, that philosophy shines through in every appointment, from routine cleanings to transformative smile makeovers. A calming approach for anxious patients Dental…
For Snehal and Nancy Bhakta, education isn’t just a business; it’s a calling. After seeing how early childhood education shaped their own children’s lives, the couple set out to give other families the same opportunity. Today, they own two Primrose schools: the long-established Primrose School of Champions, open for 26 years, and the recently opened…
