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Fri, 19 Mar 2010 14:14:00 GMT

2010 Census job fair set for Brazoria County

BRAZORIA COUNTY, TX (KTRK) -- This weekend, there are several chances for people hoping to land a job as a census worker in Brazoria County. [FIND A JOB: See listings for jobs around the Houston area] Tests will be held at the following location to
Fri, 19 Mar 2010 14:14:00 GMT

Sugar Land Wants Google High Speed Net

SUGAR LAND, Texas - The City of Sugar Land says it wants a piece of the high speed internet infrastructure that Google is planning and hopes a commercial will show community support for the project. The city is inviting the public to a commercial being
Fri, 19 Mar 2010 14:07:00 GMT

Houston not heading back to rehab

WHITNEY HOUSTON's lawyer is fuming over reports the star is heading back to rehab after allegedly collapsing backstage at a recent concert - he's branded the claims "ridiculous". The R&B superstar's Nothing But Love tour has been marred by complaints
Fri, 19 Mar 2010 12:36:00 GMT

Night In Houston, TX

Contact Lenses Worn at Night Can Help Cure Near Sightedness Mar 18, 2010, 1:25 pm Expedition 22 Returns Safely to Earth Mar 18, 2010, 9:16 am Artist’s Impression of Corot-9b in Transit Mar 18, 2010, 8:12 am Coffee Drinkers May Have Less Risk for
Fri, 19 Mar 2010 12:08:00 GMT

CIM GROUP BUYS FOUR-APARTMENT PORTFOLIO IN DALLAS AND HOUSTON

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Fri, 19 Mar 2010 11:20:00 GMT

2010 Census jobs event set for Brazoria County

BRAZORIA COUNTY, TX (KTRK) -- This weekend, there are several chances for people hoping to land a job as a census worker in Brazoria County. [FIND A JOB: See listings for jobs around the Houston area] Tests will be held at the following location to
Fri, 19 Mar 2010 11:20:00 GMT

Bank of Baroda plans to operate from Houston

HOUSTON: Bank of Baroda plans to open a branch here to serve the growing number of Indian origin customers and expand its services in the US. Bank of Baroda, which dubs itself as "India's international bank," has a history of providing financial services
Fri, 19 Mar 2010 11:16:00 GMT

Bank of Baroda plans to operate from Houston

HOUSTON: Bank of Baroda plans to open a branch here to serve the growing number of Indian origin customers and expand its services in the US. Bank of Baroda, which dubs itself as "India's international bank," has a history of providing financial services
Fri, 19 Mar 2010 11:15:00 GMT

Houston's rep: 'Rehab claims are ridiculous'

Whitney Houston's lawyer is fuming over reports the star is heading back to rehab after allegedly collapsing backstage at a recent concert - he's branded the claims "ridiculous". The R&B superstar's Nothing But Love tour has been marred by complaints
Fri, 19 Mar 2010 10:48:00 GMT

Medical Clinic at Houston Rodeo Works Behind the Chutes, Tending Hurt Cowboys

Ranching is a rough industry, so it makes sense that rodeo is a rough sport. Concussions, sprains and fractures are everyday occurrences. At the Houston Rodeo, a medical team stands ready with ice, tape and bandages. Health, science and technology
Fri, 19 Mar 2010 10:42:00 GMT

Group Files Complaint Against Houston Zoo

An animal rights group has filed a complaint with the Federal Government against the Houston Zoo. The group In Defense of Animals says the zoo is knowingly breading elephants that will contract the herpes virus and most likely die. Bill Stamps has more.
Fri, 19 Mar 2010 10:42:00 GMT

Houston Galleria Hotel Offers Guests Deluxe Shopping Package

Guests can experience an indulgent shopping weekend in the upscale Houston Galleria. The JW Marriott Houston, a Houston Galleria hotel, is offering an Escape Shopping Package. Houston, TX (Vocus) March 19, 2010 -- Guests can experience an indulgent
Fri, 19 Mar 2010 10:28:00 GMT

Hotel Alden in Houston Acquired by NY Investment Firm

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Fri, 19 Mar 2010 08:19:00 GMT

CRAI to close Houston office

Charles River Associates International, a Boston-based provider of financial and industry-specific litigation support and consulting services, said it will close its Houston office and eliminate 36 consulting jobs as well as administrative staff in
Fri, 19 Mar 2010 07:09:00 GMT

HOUSTON GALLERIA HOTEL OFFERS GUESTS DELUXE SHOPPING PACKAGE

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Fri, 19 Mar 2010 06:59:00 GMT

EPA to scrutinize water risk from fracturing - Houston Chronicle

Denver Business JournalEPA to scrutinize water risk from fracturingHouston ChronicleLauren Pagel, policy director for the Earthworks Oil and Gas Accountability Pro-ject, said she hopes this EPA study looks at the entire oil and gas drilling ...EPA Begins
Fri, 19 Mar 2010 06:55:00 GMT

Houston is boot buyer's heart and sole

Some guys wear their hearts on their sleeves. But T.J. Farnsworth wears his on his cowboy boots. And just one glance at his eye-popping, custom-made footwear tells you precisely what the 32-year-old businessman's heart holds dear. It's Houston, his
Fri, 19 Mar 2010 05:58:00 GMT

Presidents may have to pack up in Pearland

The proposed WaterLights District in Pearland, a mixed-use project that was to feature a park with busts of all the U.S. presidents, is in jeopardy after its lender posted the property for foreclosure. The action followed unsuccessful negotiations with
Fri, 19 Mar 2010 05:42:00 GMT

Springtime in Houston: Home Tours, Fotofest, Crawfish, Basketball & So much more

Who's Your Crawdaddy? By Marene Gustin Ragin Cajun-Richmond 4302 Richmond Ave. Read More Culture Map Listing Cool Downtown Homes on Tour By Shelby Hodge 909 Texas Ave. Read More The Shoe Lady Comes to Town By Heather
Fri, 19 Mar 2010 05:32:00 GMT

Joel Houston has been fired from Hillsong

Joel Timothy Houston was born a King. Australia is his native home, but has now resigned to live in Maryland with his expectant wife Sheena Harrell, now known as Sheena Houston. Joel Houston has lived in Australia his whole life. He lived a very hard
Fri, 19 Mar 2010 05:31:00 GMT

Houston Livestock Show and rodeo gives 26 million dollars in scholarships

Standing on stage next to a black- and-white steer named Phantom, 15-year-old Mackenzie Elrod thanked God and the ranchers who taught her how to properly show livestock project animals. Mackenzie had about 85,000 U.S. dollars worth of reasons to be
Fri, 19 Mar 2010 05:18:00 GMT

Joel Houston is a Father

Joel Houston married Sheena Harrell now known as Ms. Sheena Houston my beautiful wife born to James and Ivey Harrell on May 19, 1983. Joel Houston is 30 years old with triplets on the way with his new wife. JoelHouston SheenaHarrell BobbieHouston
Fri, 19 Mar 2010 04:57:00 GMT

Joel Houston is Married

Joel Timothy Houston was born a King. Australia is his native home, but has now resigned to live in Maryland with his expectant wife Sheena Harrell, now known as Sheena Houston. Joel Houston has lived in Australia his whole life. He lived a very hard
Fri, 19 Mar 2010 04:32:00 GMT

Metro inches ahead on Fort Bend rail

Moving to extend Metro's reach into Fort Bend County, the agency's board agreed Thursday to spend up to $500,000 on environmental studies for a commuter rail line connecting southwestern suburbs with central Houston. During the last meeting for chairman
Fri, 19 Mar 2010 03:47:00 GMT

Students use break to volunteer

Doug Relya can't wait to start his 35th home with the Baytown Habitat for Humanity. No stranger to hard work, Relya has spent 10 years helping and directing the construction of homes for the local agency. Each spring he looks forward to getting a lot of
Fri, 19 Mar 2010 03:17:00 GMT

Home invasion drives residents to take action

Concern and determination were more than apparent Tuesday night as 45 residents from Country Club Oaks gathered to talk about starting a crime watch program. They packed into the living room, lined the hallways, and spilled into the dining room and
Fri, 19 Mar 2010 03:17:00 GMT

Program directs cancer patients to best course

Facing a cancer diagnosis is tough enough. Making one's way through the cancer care system can make things even more difficult for a patient who needs to conserve energy for the battle to survive. San Jacinto Methodist Hospital officials know this and
Fri, 19 Mar 2010 03:16:00 GMT

Henry S. Miller Brokerage Announces the Opening of Northwest Houston Brokerage Division

- - April 1st, Henry S. Miller Brokerage will open the doors to the Northwest Houston Brokerage Division, combining comprehensive commercial retail brokerage services with the existing property management operations. Sam Kartalis, President, Henry S.
Fri, 19 Mar 2010 03:16:00 GMT

TxDOT seeks public input on planning

Baytown residents have the chance the next five weeks to offer suggestions to improve the way the state's transportation system is being planned. The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) will begin later this week soliciting comments on revisions
Fri, 19 Mar 2010 03:15:00 GMT

Students use break to volunteer

Doug Relya can't wait to start his 35th home with the Baytown Habitat for Humanity. No stranger to hard work, Relya has spent 10 years helping and directing the construction of homes for the local agency. Each spring he looks forward to getting a lot of
Fri, 19 Mar 2010 02:43:00 GMT