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Harbor Capital announces acquisition of Humble Business Park

20Dec

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Business

Harbor Capital announces acquisition of Humble Business Park

HUMBLE, TX – Harbor Capital, a prominent Texas industrial real estate investment firm, has announced the acquisition of Humble Business Park, located at 2311 South Houston Ave in Humble, Texas. This latest acquisition includes 13 newly constructed industrial buildings, further demonstrating Harbor Capital’s commitment to investing in high-growth markets across Texas. Photo Credit: Harbor Capital The Humble Business Park offers state-of-the-art facilities tailored to meet diverse industrial needs such as logistics, manufacturing, and warehousing. Features of the park include: Eave Heights: Up to 29 feet, allowing for optimized vertical storage. Crane-Ready Buildings: Buildings 11, 12, and 13 are designed to handle 10- or 20-ton cranes with 20-foot bridge clearances. Power C...

TikTok to seek Supreme Court injunction after federal court upholds ban

6Dec

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Business, Headlines

TikTok to seek Supreme Court injunction after federal court upholds ban

TikTok has announced plans to seek an injunction against the federal court’s ruling upholding a law banning the platform, calling the decision unconstitutional. According to an email from Kim Farrell, Global Head of Creators, the platform strongly disagrees with the court’s decision and intends to prevent the ban from taking effect until the U.S. Supreme Court has an opportunity to review the matter. The company argues that the ban violates the First Amendment rights of its 170 million American users. Farrell expressed confidence that the Supreme Court will uphold the constitutional right to free speech, citing its historical record of protecting such freedoms. “We will continue to fight for our community and are confident we will build a safe, secure, and innovative platform,” F...

Cancer patients in Texas turn to RV resorts near Houston medical centers for affordable housing solutions

12Nov

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Business

Cancer patients in Texas turn to RV resorts near Houston medical centers for affordable housing solutions

HOUSTON, TX – Patients seeking cancer treatment in Houston are finding cost-effective housing at RV resorts near major medical centers, thanks to innovative options like the Jetstream Med Center RV Resort, managed by Blue Water RV Resorts. As healthcare expenses climb, this model provides flexible, affordable housing solutions, helping patients focus on their health without the additional financial burden of high accommodation costs. RVs at Jetstream Med Center RV Resort. Jetstream Med Center RV Resort, located near Houston's leading cancer treatment facilities, currently houses around 60 patients and their families. Offering amenities such as bathhouses, laundry facilities, pools, and BBQ grills, the resort creates a home-like environment for those facing serious health challenges. ...

CenterPoint Energy files plan to reduce customer impact of $450 million Derecho storm recovery costs

11Nov

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Business, Texas

CenterPoint Energy files plan to reduce customer impact of $450 million Derecho storm recovery costs

HOUSTON, TX - CenterPoint Energy announced plans last week to spread the $450 million emergency response costs from the May 2024 Derecho storm across a 15-year period, resulting in a minimal bill increase of approximately $1 per month for customers. The proposed financing, filed with the Public Utility Commission of Texas (PUCT), aims to save customers more than $50 million in interest charges over the period. The May 16 Derecho storm, which caused an estimated $5 billion in damages unrelated to CenterPoint infrastructure, was labeled a "once-in-a-generation" event with wind gusts exceeding 100 miles per hour and several tornadoes across Greater Houston. The fast-moving storm shattered windows, damaged homes and businesses, and downed thousands of power poles and critical equipment....

7Jun

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Business

The Prelude Network® Celebrates PRIDE Month with Educational Campaign and Free Webinars on LGBTQ+ Fertility Care

Houston, TX (June 7, 2024) - The Prelude Network® (Prelude), the largest and fastest-growing network of fertility clinics in North America, is celebrating American and Canadian PRIDE Month with Fertility Care for Everyone™, an educational campaign highlighting reproductive care available to the LGBTQ+ community. This initiative reinforces Prelude's commitment to inclusive and compassionate care for everyone, regardless of sexual orientation and gender. Fertility Care for Everyone To support the community in their family-building journeys, Fertility Care for Everyone™ is hosting two free webinars throughout June. LGBTQ+ Family Planning, scheduled for Tuesday, June 18 at 7:00 pm ET | 6:00 pm CT, will guide LGBTQ+ individuals and couples considering or currently navigating their fer...

6Jun

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Business

FaceFreddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers Expands in Houston with 20-Unit Deal

HOUSTON, June 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Fast-casual restaurant concept Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers® is expanding its footprint in Texas with a 20-unit development deal in Houston. The agreement comes from franchise group Lone Star Custard, comprised of John, Nick, and Joe DePinto – three brothers who were raised just outside of Dallas. In addition to the 20 restaurants in development, the DePinto brothers also acquired 18 existing restaurant locations in the Houston market as part of the deal. Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers is expanding its footprint in Texas with a 20-unit development deal in Houston. For information about franchising opportunities with Freddy's please visit: www.freddysfranchising.com. Lone Star Custard is well-versed in the Freddy's busine...

Houston Ranks #2 in U.S. Postal Service Dog Bite National Rankings

30May

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Business, U.S.

Houston Ranks #2 in U.S. Postal Service Dog Bite National Rankings

HOUSTON, May 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The U.S. Postal Service has released its annual dog bite national rankings, with Houston placing second in the country. In 2023, there were 56 reported dog attacks on Postal Service employees in the city, highlighting the ongoing need for increased awareness and preventive measures. The release of these rankings coincides with the USPS 2024 National Dog Bite Awareness Campaign, which runs from June 2 to June 9. This year’s theme, "Don't let your dog bite the hand that serves you," aims to educate dog owners on responsible pet ownership and ensure the safety of mail carriers. "Letter carriers are exposed to potential hazards every day, none more prevalent than a canine encounter. All it takes is one interaction for a letter carrier to possibly...