Journals

Diamond Offshore Announces New Drillship Commitment

Diamond Offshore Drilling, Inc. announced that it has executed a two-year contract extension with Anadarko Petroleum Corporation.

Ready for Summer: More than 600 New Parking Spaces Open at Bush Airport

Passengers departing from IAH can now enjoy a smoother and more convenient start to their journeys with the opening of over 600 new parking spaces across two new levels of the Terminal C/D/E Parking Garage.

Protecting Workers From Brutal Heat

As Texas prepares to begin another summer with record-high temperatures, TxDOT is taking action to help protect employees who work in the sun.

H-E-B Closes on Land Deal to Develop Distribution Campus in Hempstead

To support the company’s growing business, H-E-B finalized a land purchase for nearly 500 acres in Hempstead, where the company has plans to build a distribution campus that will be developed in multiple phases.

SEG Solar and Grand Batang City Sign Land Utilization Agreement for Southeast Asia’s Largest PV Industrial Park

The park is anticipated to include factories for the production and assembly of silicon ingots, wafers, cells and modules, and is set to become Southeast Asia’s largest photovoltaic industrial park to date.

7 Tips for Electrical Safety in and Around Your Home

May is Electrical Safety Month.

CapMetro Approves Service Changes for Summer 2024

CapMetro makes planned changes to its service three times a year to improve passengers’ riding experience and respond to shifts in how customers use the service.

Rice’s Online Master of Computer Science Degree Ranked No. 3 by Fortune

Rice University’s online Master of Computer Science program was honored by Fortune Magazine with the No. 3 designation in its national rankings.

$385K in Additional Funding Secured for San Antonio’s Las Palmas Branch Library Renovation

San Antonio Public Library (SAPL) has secured $385,000 in additional funding for the renovation of the Las Palmas Branch Library, located at 515 Castroville Rd.

CenterPoint Energy Encourages Customers to Plan Ahead During Hurricane Preparedness Week

With the start of hurricane season less than a month away, CenterPoint Energy urges customers to have an emergency plan — especially if they depend on electricity for life-sustaining equipment.

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Southwest Airlines Announces Passing of President Emeritus Colleen Barrett

Southwest Airlines has shared that President Emeritus Colleen Barrett, 79, has died.

Biden-Harris Administration Showcases Historic Infrastructure Progress During Infrastructure Week

As Infrastructure Week unfolds, the administration is urging bipartisan cooperation and continued congressional support for key programs, such as the Affordable Connectivity Program.

Harris Health System Breaks Ground on Northeast Houston Hospital

The project signals the start of Harris Health’s $2.9 billion investment in its multiphase, multiyear strategic facilities plan to add a new Level-I capable trauma hospital, renovate the current LBJ facility, expand the capacity of existing Harris Health Ben Taub Hospital, and add three new health centers in Northwest, Southwest and Eastern Harris County.

DFW Airport Releases Its Environmental, Social and Governance Report

This year’s ESG report reflects DFW’s commitment to its employees, customers, partners and future growth for the betterment of the North Texas region.

TSA at Bush Airport Honored as One of the Best Teams in the Nation

The TSA team at George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) has been awarded the Airport of the Year distinction within the CAT-X-I category. This award recognizes the exceptional performance of the entire TSA team at IAH in exceeding screening standards and maintaining a safe and secure environment for passengers.