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Proposed homeless shelter draws Clear Lake opposition

A group that is proposing to open a homeless shelter on El Camino Real in Clear Lake plans to hold a community information meeting on Tuesday, June 27, from 6:30 to 8 p.m., at the Southeast Church of Christ, 2400 W. Bay Area Blvd. in Friendswood, in the church gym.

League City plans two-day July 4 celebration

The City of League City will host two days of events to celebrate Independence Day.

First the city will host its first ever “Light Up the Sky Fireworks Spectacular,” a pre-Independence Day celebration on Monday, July 3 from 6 to 10 p.m. at Chester L. Sportsplex, 1251 W. League City Parkway.

Harris County again OKs large tax exemptions for homeowners, seniors and the disabled

Harris County Commissioners Court unanimously has approved a set of property tax exemptions that will virtually eliminate county property tax bills for thousands of older or disabled homeowners here and greatly reduce tax bills for nearly everyone else.

St. John welcomes new ENT physicians

Board-certified otolaryngologists Drs. Alfredo Jimenez and Melissa Hu have joined Houston Methodist St. John Hospital ENT and Facial Plastic Surgery Associates, now open on the hospital’s campus.

“Houston Methodist St. John Hospital plays a significant role in the overall health of our community, and Dr. Hu and I are proud to be involved in the hospital’s growth,” says Jimenez.

CCISD Board of Trustees seeks Citizen of the Year nominations

The success of a school district and its students does not lie solely in the hands of great teachers and administrators, but also in the steadfast support of its community.

In the Clear Creek Independent School District, dedicated community members volunteer their time and efforts by contributing to the quality of life for our schools and the growing number of students within the District. Each year the District’s Board of Trustees asks stakeholders to nominate community members who champion CCISD and are deserving of a very special award.

Ron Carter Hyundai announces their ‘Hug A Hyundai’ Marathon – Season 2

Ron Carter Hyundai today announced “Season 2” Hug A Hyundai Marathon event. After the popular and successful “Hug-a-Hyundai” Marathon in May, the Houston-based Hyundai dealer will be giving away another brand new 2017 Hyundai Elantra to one lucky contestant who can “Hug-a-Hyundai” for 50 hours.

UH System selects Dr. Ira Blake as sole finalist for UHCL president

Ira Kincade Blake has been named the sole finalist to become the fifth president and first woman to lead the University of Houston-Clear Lake. Blake is currently serving as senior vice president and provost for academic affairs at Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania.

Burglaries in the Lake Cove subdivision area

On Tuesday, June 6, at approximately 1 a.m., the Seabrook Police Department was dispatched to the 2500 block of De Four Trace, in Seabrook in reference to a burglary in progress.

The homeowner discovered the burglary suspect in his home. The suspect was located in the kitchen and then fled when he was discovered and the homeowner pursued him into the neighborhood. The suspect was not apprehended.

NASA introduces new astronaut recruits as Vice President Pence looks on at JSC

After receiving a record-breaking number of applications to join an exciting future of space exploration, NASA has selected its largest astronaut class since 2000. Rising to the top of more than 18,300 applicants, NASA chose 12 women and men as the agency’s new astronaut candidates.

Houston Methodist Primary Care Group expands into Friendswood

Houston Methodist Primary Care Group is opening a new location in Friendswood to provide the community with convenient access to high quality primary care. In June, the new practice located at 107 Woodlawn Drive, Suite 101, will begin welcoming Friendswood families.

60 U.S. mayors representing 35 million vow to lead fight against climate change

In response to President Trump’s decision to withdraw the U.S. from the Paris Climate Agreement, Mayor Sylvester Turner joined over 60 “Climate Mayors” from across the U.S. in vowing to honor the Paris Agreement’s goals to fight climate change.

Lose Weight. Gain Life.

Changing lives at Bay Area Regional’s Metabolic and Weight Loss Institute

Meet Nicole – Before her gastric sleeve surgery in July 2016, Nicole’s blood pressure was out of control and she felt extremely fatigued every day. Now down 124 pounds, Nicole is vibrant and full of life, and she no longer takes blood pressure medicine. The number of migraines has subsided and her cholesterol has lowered also. She says, “it is a lifelong change that give you longevity and health. This is a commitment to yourself and your loved ones…I wish I would have considered this sooner.”