This Houston couple is giving away billions of dollars
Readers like to see inspiring stories, so I have been writing a popular series of articles highlighting people who generously give back to their community. Today, I wanted to showcase one couple in Houston who have been extremely generous in what they do to help the city of Houston and its residents.
The top 10 Highest Rated Yelp-rated restaurants in Wichita Falls for 2022
Here in Wichita Falls, there are a lot of excellent dining options. There are so many options that choosing where to go when your stomach is growling might be challenging. So, to reduce the options, here is a list of the top ten Yelp-rated eateries in Wichita Falls.
Still confused about high property taxes? FoCo officials offer explanations
A town hall meeting was held on June 29 for community officials to address the skyrocketing property taxes facing Forsyth County homeowners(Image by Justine Lookenott) (Forsyth County, GA) A town hall meeting was held on June 29 for community officials to address the skyrocketing property taxes facing Forsyth County homeowners.
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Solar energy startup helps power Biosphere 2 and St. Anthony's Greek Orthodox Monastery; are Arizona highways next?
David Vili, SolarSpace founder and CEO, at the Biosphere 2 near a SolarSpace M8 Dual-Axis Tracker.(SolarSpace) (Pinal County, AZ) Have you ever used a magnifying glass to start a campfire? If so, you’ve seen what concentrated solar power can do on a small scale.
Check out Kennesaw Mountain's Backside for a Diverse, Challenging Hike
Thousands of people hike or walk up the main trails to Kennesaw Mountain each week for the exercise and the views from the summit. But have you checked out Kemo's backside, a shapely, well-rounded, and beautiful natural attraction often unseen and unappreciated by those drawn to KeMo’s more recognizable and oft-visited full-frontal approach?
Nation's first electric bike trade show launches in Denver
The nation's first-ever electric bike trade show is launching in Denver, Colorado.(Photo provided by the (e)revolution e-bike trade show.) Lost Paddle Events, which owns the Big Gear Show, will debut an electric bike trade show that is the first known e-bike-focused national trade show in the country, if not the world.
This Long Grove Restaurant has the best Detroit-style pizza I have ever had
I was told by many of my friends that I needed to try out this fantastic pizza and chicken restaurant in Long Grove. They swear by this restaurant's Detroit-style pizza. They also say they have some of the best-broasted chicken you can get anywhere.
This Quirky Florida Castle Built on Swamp Land is Also an Art Museum
Florida's most famous attractions are arguably its theme parks and its beaches, but Florida is also home to a few unique attractions that aren't always in the guidebooks but still may be worth a look. Solomon's Castle is one example.
Return to Dirt expands off-road adventure program for adaptive athletes
Return to Dirt provides adaptive off-road adventures and backcountry access for athletes of all abilities.(Photo by Return to Dirt.) Glenwood Springs-based Return to Dirt recently joined the High Fives Foundation, the nation's lead adaptive action sports organization. That change supports Return to Dirt's surging growth through the network and resources of the High Fives Foundation.
Six Sites from a Famous Savannah Story
Before the book “Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil” few people went to Savannah, Georgia. After, everybody went. In 1993, the year before John Berendt published the book, about five million people visited Savannah. In 1995, that number increased by 50%, and by 2022 they received about 14.8 million visitors yearly. Much of it, like me, is still from the book or the subsequent movie. Even those that have never read “Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil” or watched the movie probably know about Savannah because of them.
California Sandwich Chain Opening New Restaurant in Town
More sandwich options are coming your way.Eaters Collective/Unsplash. For most of the year, Tucson sandwich chain eegee’s has made restaurant news for its push into metro Phoenix. However, it is not the only chain slinging sandwiches that has eyes on pushing into the Valley market. One California chain recently opened several restaurants in the area and continues to expand its presence around greater Phoenix.
Sunrise Cafe in Yellow Springs Review
E's breakfast -eggs, bacon, biscuit, and home friesMikey Chlanda, author. When I first moved to Yellow Springs in the late 1970s to go to college, there was a little luncheonette called Dick and Tom’s after the two brothers that started it. Calling it a greasy spoon doesn't do it justice.
NY & NJ: Fun Fourth of July Festivities & Fireworks All Weekend Long
Find a 4th of July celebration near you!(Olga Subach/Unsplash) If you love fireworks and you live in the New York/New Jersey area, you’re in luck since – weather permitting – firework shows will be held every night! All along the Hudson River, there will be fireworks displays from Friday night through Monday! If you or someone you know doesn’t love fireworks, perhaps avoid the following areas…
Santa’s Workshop Qualifies for Morris County Small Business Grant
Mom & Pop Shop Operating “Big Red Santa” Receives $5,327 Check. Even Santa qualified for a Morris County Small Business Grant, which was personally delivered today to Mr. and Mrs. Claus at their Kinnelon workshop as the Morris County Board of County Commissioners continued to promote the Morris County Small Business Grant Program – with about $2 million still available to small businesses and nonprofits.
Fourth of July grocery store hours; What’s open in Clay County
Did you forget to buy hot dog buns? Maybe you have run out of mustard or pickle relish. Some grocery stores have reduced hours during the holiday. As a public service, Newsbreak did a survey of local stores for all the forgetful shoppers in Clay County.
Keep Forsyth County Fourth of July celebrations safe with these fireworks safety tips
A show-stopping fireworks display is an Independence Day tradition. In the Cumming area, many neighborhoods and organizations will be hosting professional fireworks shows for families to enjoy. However, some individuals like to get in the spirit with their own fireworks displays – even if their neighbors don’t always approve.
How rising food costs are affecting Forsyth County food banks
Food pantry shelf(Photo/Unsplash) (Forsyth County, GA) As prices surge, many families are looking to external sources for assistance. This is how the post-pandemic economy is affecting families in need, as well as the food banks who serve them.
The Memorial Hall in Kansas City, Kansas is also known as the Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Building
Memorial Hall aka Soldiers and Sailors Memorial.Library of Congress, public domain (no known copyright). In 1985, the Memorial Hall in Kansas City, Kansas was listed on the National Register of Historic Places. It's a venue used for several events associated with sports or concerts.