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Governor Abbott Appoints Three to Governor’s Broadband Development Council

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Governor Abbott Appoints Three to Governor’s Broadband Development Council
Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Schelana Hock, Jack Kelanic, and Ray Scifres to the Governor’s Broadband Development Council for terms set to expire on August 31, 2026. The council was created by the 86th Legislature in 2019 and expanded by the 87th Legislature in 2021. The council studies and identifies ways to provide internet access to underserved areas of Texas.

Schelana Hock of Moscow is the County Clerk of Polk County where she serves as the official record-keeper of the county. Hock previously served as the Telecommunications Operator for the Corrigan Police Department and as the Deputy Clerk, Data Entry Clerk, and Chief Deputy of Polk County. She volunteers as a food server with the Multi-Cultural Festival and as a telephone operator with the Polk County Emergency Management Disaster telecommunications division. Hock is pursuing a degree in Integrated Studies from Sam Houston State University.

Jack Kelanic of Dallas is the Chief Technology Officer for the Dallas Independent School District where he creates a technology plan to maximize digital learning. Additionally, he directs the district’s $270 million technology capital program. He previously worked as the Director of Information Technology for the City of Tacoma, the Chief Information Systems Director at Los Angeles Unified School District, and as an engineer at Dewberry and Davis. He is co-chair of the Internet for All Coalition and a member of the Texas Education Technology Leadership Council and Consortium for School Networking. He previously served as an advisory board member of The University of Washington Tacoma Institute of Technology and a board member of the Schools Federal Credit Union. Kelanic received a Bachelor of Science in Engineering from Vanderbilt University.

Ray Scifres of Levelland is the Sheriff of Hockley County. Additionally, he serves as an Adjunct Instructor of Law Enforcement at South Plains College. He is currently a director of the Sheriff’s Association of Texas, Committee Vice-Chair of the South Plains College Criminal Justice Advisory Committee, and a member and former board member of the Texas Jail Association. Scifres received a Bachelor of Applied Arts and Sciences and Master of Science from Lamar University and is pursuing a Doctor of Management from Wayland Baptist University.

Source: gov.texas

Conroe church searching for answers after nearly 2 dozen bullet holes discovered in church

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Conroe church searching for answers after nearly 2 dozen bullet holes discovered in church
Conroe Police Department is investigating after several bullet holes were found on the backside of the Hopewell Community Chuch this past weekend.

According to investigators, police responded to reports of a shooting after a church representative found bullet holes on the backside of the church building.

Conroe police said they believe the church wasn’t the initial target, but believe the shots came from a neighboring property on Jan. 7 and 8.

The shooting is being investigated.

Anyone with information related to these incidents is urged to contact the Conroe Police Department at 936-522-3200.

Source: click2houston

Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo raises COVID-19 threat level to red

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Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo raises COVID-19 threat level to red

Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo announced on Monday that she raised the county’s COVID-19 threat level to red, the highest level.

The county judge cited a rising number of hospitalizations, with the 14-day average for positive ICU cases reaching 18.1% and the positivity rate is at 35%.

Level 1 indicates a severe and uncontrolled threat to COVID-19 and urges residents to stay home except for essential needs such as going to the grocery store to buy food or medicine, according to Harris County Public Health.

The county had raised the threat level from yellow to orange on Dec. 20.

In a news conference Monday, Hidalgo, was joined by Harris County Precinct 1 Commissioner Rodney Ellis, Spring Independent School District Chief of Police Ken Culbreath, and Dr. Ericka Brown, of Harris County Public Health.

“I wish I were here to report better circumstances, but unfortunately today we find ourselves yet again crossing a threshold we don’t want to cross because of the omicron variant,” Hidalgo said. “In other words, we are in the midst of another COVID-19 tsunami. And this time, it truly is a tsunami when it comes to those cases. It’s like nothing we’ve seen before in this pandemic.”

Hidalgo added she also worked with Commissioner Ellis and Precinct 2 Commissioner Adrian Garcia to deliver 111,000 tests to school districts across Harris County.

In addition, Harris County Public Health will partner with Spring ISD to open a testing site at Planet Ford Stadium Spring on Tuesday. The site will offer 300 PCR tests each day and will open for the next two weeks.

Residents can sign up for an appointment beginning at 4 p.m. on Monday.

Hidalgo said she hopes this time is the last the county reaches red.

“We can make this the last time this happens but for right now, for the sake of our hospitals and for the sake of our workforce, we have to sound the alarm once again,” she said.

Source: click2houston

Port Houston Welcomes New Vietnam Direct Service

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Port Houston Welcomes New Vietnam Direct Service

Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC) recently announced Houston on the rotation in their Santana trans-Pacific service, which links Vietnam and Central China to the U.S. Gulf and East Coasts. Port Houston will be the first port call in the United States for the service. The rotation is Haiphong – Shanghai – Ningbo – Houston – Charleston –New York – Haiphong, offering a 31-day transit time between Vietnam and Houston.

“MSC is a long-running, valued partner for us, and MSC’s new service provides much-needed capacity in the trans-Pacific trade for Port Houston’s growing list of BCO customers,” said Port Houston Executive Director Roger Guenther. “MSC’s Santana service links Houston directly with Vietnam, an important and fast-growing market for our region.” Page 2 of 2 Port Houston saw double-digit growth for nine consecutive months in 2021 and surpassed the 3 million TEU mark in November 2021.

Growth in imports from Asia has been an important contributor to the increased cargo numbers. MSC’s Santana service will be the second Vietnam direct call to Port Houston.

The first vessel on this service is called Haiphong on December 31, 2021, and is scheduled to call Port Houston’s Bayport Container Terminal. Port Houston is the marine terminal operator of two world-class container facilities: Barbours Cut Terminal, the first of its kind in the U.S. Gulf, and Bayport Container Terminal, which opened in 2007.

Source: porthouston

Governor Abbott Reappoints Four to Texas Workforce Investment Council

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Governor Abbott Reappoints Four to Texas Workforce Investment Council
Governor Greg Abbott has reappointed Joe Arnold, Lindsey Geeslin, Wayne Oswald, and Paul Puente to the Texas Workforce Investment Council for terms that will expire on September 1, 2027. The council evaluates the Texas workforce system by analyzing data and reports, providing analysis and advice during policy deliberations, and integrating workforce programs to increase the benefits of these programs for all Texans.

Joe Arnold of Muldoon is the Deputy Vice Chancellor and Executive External Relations Officer for Texas State Technical College where he is responsible for identifying, establishing, and enhancing relationships with industry and trade associations throughout Texas. He currently serves as a board member of the Associated Chemical Industry of Texas and is a former member of the Texas Chemical Council, Texas Association of Manufacturers, and Texas Farm Bureau of Burnet County. Arnold attended Lamar University.

Lindsey Geeslin of Lorena is a sales manager for Lhoist and has worked in the construction industry for 16 years. She is the former Executive Director of the Texas Masonry Council and remains an active member. She is a member of the Women of Asphalt, Women in Mining, and the Texas Chapter of the American Public Work Association and volunteers with the Texas Masonry Council. Geeslin received a Bachelor of Science in Agriculture Business Management from Texas State University.

Wayne Oswald of Angleton is the former Executive Director of Houston Business Roundtable where he managed operations of the Greater Houston Area Industrial Construction Users Council. He previously served as a maintenance manager for Dow Chemical Company. He is a former chairman of the Texas Skill Standards Board, Houston Business Roundtable Contractor Workforce Development Committee, and Brazoria County Petrochemical Council Contractor Committee and a former member of Texas Gulf Coast Associated Builders and Contractors Education Committee. Oswald received a Bachelor of Science from the University of Houston.

Paul Puente of Houston is the Executive Secretary to the Houston Gulf Coast Building and Construction Trades Council which represents various construction local unions and twenty counties. He is a fellow of the American Leadership Forum Houston/Gulf Coast Chapter and he serves as the president of West Gulf Ports Council. Additionally, he serves on committees of the Houston Business Roundtable and Greater Houston Partnership and he is on the board of directors of Houston First Corporation. Puente received an Associate Degree from San Jacinto Electrical Technology and earned his Journeymen’s license from the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulations.

Source: gov.texas

Governor Abbott Delivers Remarks at Denton County Mayors Crime Prevention Lunch In Corinth

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Governor Abbott Delivers Remarks at Denton County Mayors Crime Prevention Lunch In Corinth
Governor Greg Abbott today delivered remarks at the Denton County Mayors Crime Prevention Luncheon in Corinth. The Governor reaffirmed public safety as a priority for the State of Texas and outlined Texas’ continued efforts to secure the border and support law enforcement. He also thanked local officials and law enforcement for their commitment to building a safer future for Texans in Denton County.

“The failed border policies of the Biden Administration have left Texas to defend itself against the resulting challenges of increased illegal border crossings, deadly drugs, and human trafficking across our state, and I thank the local leaders and law enforcement officers here today who have stepped up to work alongside the State as we solve this crisis and keep Texans safe,” said Governor Abbott. “Public safety remains a priority in the State of Texas and we will also continue to support law enforcement and fight against efforts to defund the police. Working together, we will continue to secure a safer future for Denton County and the Lone Star State.”

The Denton County Mayors Crime Prevention Luncheon brings together mayors, police chiefs, sheriffs, fire chiefs, emergency responders, and local and state elected officials to discuss public safety, border security, and strategies for keeping Denton County safe.

Source: gov.texas

Governor Abbott Announces $15.3 Million In Grants To Texas Military Communities

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Governor Abbott Announces $15.3 Million In Grants To Texas Military Communities
Governor Greg Abbott today announced a new round of $15.3 million in grants from the Texas Military Preparedness Commission’s (TMPC) Defense Economic Adjustment Assistance Grant (DEAAG) program. These grants assist military communities across the state that may be impacted by any future Base Realignment and Closure (BRAC) round. The funds will be invested in infrastructure projects and other initiatives to increase the military value of these installations in Texas and protect jobs in those communities.

“As our mighty Texas economy is resurging, support for our military communities and the jobs they create is vital to continue expanding opportunity for hardworking Texans across the state,” said Governor Abbott. “Not only are the 15 major military installations and Army Futures Command in Texas critical to our nation’s defense, they also add over $123 billion to the state’s economy and support, directly and indirectly, more than 633,000 jobs in communities across this great state. That is why I will continue to work with the Texas Legislature and TMPC to ensure that our military installations continue to add unmatched value.”

Since 2015, Governor Abbott has awarded $98,000,000 in grants to military communities through the DEAAG program. As of this round of FY2022-2023 grants, every Texas active-duty installation has benefitted from a DEAAG award.

The following entities will receive FY2022-2023 DEAAG reimbursements:

  • City of Abilene: $375,000 for 5G and Fiber Expansion at Dyess Air Force Base
  • City of Corpus Christi: $800,000 for Clear Zone Easement supporting Naval Air Station Corpus Christi
  • City of Fort Worth: $1,900,000 for Military Family Advocacy Resource Center Renovation at Naval Air Station Joint Reserve Base Fort Worth
  • City of San Antonio: $5,000,000 for Infrastructure and Force Protection Measures at Joint Base San Antonio
  • City of Temple: $5,000,000 for Microgrid at Robert Gray Army Air Field supporting Fort Hood
  • Val Verde County: $864,874 for Aerospace Physiology Building Renovation at Laughlin Air Force Base
  • Val Verde County: $1,407,111 for T-1A Flight Line Building Renovation at Laughlin Air Force Base

The Texas Military Preparedness Commission in the Office of the Governor advises the Governor and the Legislature on defense and military issues. TMPC’s goal is to preserve, protect, expand, and attract new military missions, assets, and installations in Texas. Additionally, the TMPC encourages defense-related businesses to expand or relocate in Texas. The commission is composed of 13 members serving six-year staggered terms, typically representing an installation in their community.

Source: gov.texas

Tornado brings down power lines, causes structural damage in Humble

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Tornado brings down power lines, causes structural damage in Humble

A tornado touched down in the Humble area during Saturday night’s storms.

According to Humble Police Chief Ken Thies, parts of a commercial roof were blown nearly a quarter-mile away, landing in the middle of a nearby neighborhood.

Multiple homes and businesses reported some level of damage, including fallen trees and roofs torn off.

Power lines were also damaged, according to authorities. As a result, power was knocked out for thousands of residents.

No injuries were reported.

The Red Cross has been notified to assist those affected by the storm.

Chief Thies urged residents to stay inside as crews work to remove power lines knocked down due to fallen trees and wind.

Source: click2houston

Mexican president announces he has COVID-19 for 2nd time

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Mexican president announces he has COVID-19 for 2nd time
FILE - Mexican President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador speaks during a meeting with Vice President Kamala Harris in her office at the Eisenhower Executive Office Building on the White House complex, Thursday, Nov. 18, 2021, in Washington. President Lopez Obrador announced on Monday, Jan. 10, 2022, that he has come down with COVID-19 a second time, as coronavirus infections spike in Mexico and virus tests become scarce. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon, File)

Mexican President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador speaks during a meeting with Vice President Kamala Harris in her office at the Eisenhower Executive Office Building on the White House complex, Thursday, Nov. 18, 2021, in Washington. President Lopez Obrador announced on Monday, Jan. 10, 2022, that he has come down with COVID-19 a second time, as coronavirus infections spike in Mexico and virus tests become scarce. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon, File)

MEXICO CITY – Mexico’s president announced Monday he has come down with COVID-19 a second time, as coronavirus infections spike in Mexico and virus tests become scarce.

President Andrés Manuel López Obrador wrote that he tested positive, after he had sounded hoarse at a morning news briefing. He contracted COVID-19 and recovered from it the first time in early 2021.

“Even though the symptoms are light, I will remain isolated and only work from the office and hold on-line meetings until further notice,” the president wrote in his social media accounts. “In the meantime, Interior Secretary Adán Augusto López Hernández will take over for me at press conferences and other events.”

Two of the president’s Cabinet secretaries, the heads of the Environment and Economy departments, announced they had tested positive in recent days.

Earlier in the day, the president told Mexicans to just assume they had COVID-19 if they had symptoms. The number of confirmed cases spiked by 186% last week.

López Obrador claimed the Omicron variant is “a little COVID,” noting hospitalizations and deaths had not increased at the same rate. However, experts say those are both lagging indicators that may not show up for weeks after infections spike.

Reading advice posted on Twitter, the president said Mexicans with symptoms should just stay at home, take paracetamol and isolate, rather than going out and trying to find tests.

Since Christmas, private pharmacies and the few available testing centers have been overwhelmed by long lines. The Twitter advice drew on guidelines from Mexico City and other health authorities.

López Obrador’s administration has long refused to implement mass testing, calling it a waste of money. He called on companies not to require COVID tests for employees.

Mexico passed 300,000 test-confirmed coronavirus deaths last week, but so little testing is done in the country of 126 million that a government review of death certificates puts the real toll at almost 460,000.

The virus spike was largely responsible for the cancelation of 260 flights between Jan. 6 and Jan. 10, the president said, as airline employees got infected and had to isolate, causing staff shortages.

José Merino, the head of Mexico City’s Digital Innovation Agency, said the capital had the same number of Covid cases as the peak of January 2020, but only 6% as many people hospitalized. he wrote in his Twitter account that 70% of those hospitalized were not vaccinated.

Source: click2houston

Texas Game Warden’s Investigation Results in Organized Crime Ring Bust and Multiple Arrests

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Texas Game Warden’s Investigation Results in Organized Crime Ring Bust and Multiple Arrests

What started off as a run-of-the-mill investigation into a series of boat title discrepancies, concluded this past summer with multiple felony charges against three individuals suspected of running an interstate theft ring and the recovery of over $275,000 worth of stolen watercraft and other vehicles. Sergeant Game Warden Jonathan Griffin of the Marine Theft Investigation Unit facilitated an impressive two-year investigation into the organized crime ring leading to a nomination for the Investigator of the Year Award by the International Association of Marine Investigators.

“Considering that this is an international award I am really humbled to have been nominated,” said Sergeant Griffin. “I am very grateful to the Galveston County Auto Crimes Task Force and the other agencies across Texas, Alabama, and Florida who assisted with the resources necessary to build a strong case to hand over to the district attorney’s office for prosecution.”

Sergeant Griffin further explained that the case began with a tip from the La Marque Texas Parks and Wildlife Department Law Enforcement Office regarding an individual titling numerous jet skis in their name at very low purchase prices. Eventually, a Florida county tax office notified the Sergeant that the suspect and a second individual were also titling a number of jet skis in Florida in the same manner.

Over the following months, the Marine Theft Investigation Unit worked to trace the jet skis that were bought and sold by the suspects. The investigators uncovered that the jet skis being titled were actually stolen throughout Texas and then sold across multiple gulf states with false titles and identification numbers. Their work then identified a third suspect who had participated in the activity.

“After recovering  27 stolen vessels and trailers, we filed charges and arrested the three suspects for theft and engaging in organized crime,” said Griffin. “While the charges are pending, we are working to locate and recover more stolen jet skis and boats that may have been sold using the same scheme.  It has been satisfying to be able to help get this property back to the rightful owners.”

The case is currently being handled by the Galveston County District Attorney’s office.

Source: tpwd

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