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Isobutylene Burning in Crosby Plant Fire That Killed 1

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Isobutylene Burning in Crosby Plant Fire That Killed 1

Authorities said at least one person was killed Tuesday when isobutylene ignited and exploded at a chemical plant in Crosby.

A photo shared with KPRC showed a large plume of black smoke rising from behind a line of trees. The person who took the picture said they heard a loud boom in the area. Other people in the area reported that the blast shook their homes.

Harris County Sheriff Ed Gonzalez said in a tweet that the fire was burning at a chemical plant off Old Highway 90 and that roads are closed in the area. Video from SKY2 showed that the fire was happening at the KMCO plant on Ramsey Road at Crosby Dayton Road.

Officials at the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality said in a tweet that personnel have been dispatched to the area and that local authorities have begun assessing environmental concerns.

Environmental Protection Agency officials said that air quailty is being monitored from both the air and the ground, and that no toxic levels of gas have been detected.

According to the company’s website, the plant manufactures products like antifreeze and brake fluid. John Foley, president and CEO of KMCO, issued the following statement about the fire: “There was an incident resulting in an ignition and fire today April 4, 2019, at KMCO, LLC in Crosby, Texas.

We are deeply saddened to confirm at this time that there have been injuries and one fatality. Those injured have been transported for medical treatment. Our hearts and prayers go out to the individuals involved, as well as our first responders, employees and our community.

“We have activated the company’s emergency response team and incident command center. We are working with local first responders to extinguish the fire. We will give another update as additional information becomes available.

“We apologize for any inconvenience to residents in the vicinity. The wellbeing of our people, neighbors and the environment remain our top priorities.”

Governor Abbott Appoints Five to State Independent Living Council

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Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Jacqueline L. Clark, Pam Clark, Alex San Martin, and Joe Rogers and reappointed Leah Beltran to the State Independent Living Council for terms set to expire on October 24, 2021. The council develops the State Plan for Independent Living and serves as a resource to state and local organizations on Independent Living and related issues for persons with disabilities.

Jacqueline L. Clark of Manor is the outreach coordinator and parent advocate for The Arc of Greater Houston. She is the former co-president, member, and webmaster for the Autism Society of America Greater Houston Chapter and is a graduate of Partners in Policymaking. Additionally, she is a former member of The Harris Center Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities Planning Advisory Committee (IDD-PAC) and the IDD-PAC Authority Committee. She also has volunteer experience with Star of Hope and The Omega House.

Clark received a Bachelor of Busi – ness Administration in administrative management systems from Texas Southern University.

Pamela Clark of Richmond is an independent living counselor at The Houston Center for Independent Living. She was previously an independent living information and referral specialist for the Fort Bend Center for Independent Living, and previously worked for MHMR of Harris County, Alamo Local Authority MHMR, and The Aging and Disability Resource Center in Longview. Additionally, she is a Certified Navigator with Tex – as Health and Human Services.

Clark received a Bachelor of Arts in psychology from Louisiana College and a Master of Science in non-profit leadership and management from Walden University with a specialization in international cultures.

Alex San Martin of Austin is a legislative intern for Texas House of Representatives. He also has experience working for the California Senate and the Board of Communities Active – ly Living Independent and Free.

San Martin received a Bachelor of Arts in communications from The University of Texas at San Antonio.

Joe Rogers of Amarillo is the CEO of the Panhandle Independent Living Center (PILC), and previously served as the development director and the transportation coordinator for the PILC. He is a former member of the Amarillo Commission on People with Disabilities. Rogers received a Bachelor of Arts in communications from the University of San Francisco and a Master of Arts in public administration from Golden Gate University.

Leah Beltran of Abilene is executive director of Disability in Action, Inc. Center for Independent Living. She is chair of the Texas Association of Centers for Independent Living and member of the Texas Department of Transportation Stakeholders Commit – tee for the City of Abilene. She is also a volunteer for 211 Texas – A Call for Help and former member of the Mental Health Association of Abilene and the ADA Advisory Board to the City of Abilene. Beltran received a Bachelor of Arts in psychology from The University of Texas at the Permian Basin.

HCC Social Media Campaign Captures Top National Award

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HCC Social Media Campaign Captures Top National Award

An Instagram campaign designed to inform and engage students about activities and events at Houston Community College (HCC) has been awarded a prestigious gold Paragon Award by the National Council of Marketing and Public Relations (NCMPR).

On April 3, the social media team was recognized by the Houston Community College Board of Trustees and Chancellor. HCC’s win was announced March 25 during NCMPR’s 2019 national conference in San Antonio.

Paragon Awards recognize outstanding achievement in design and communication at community and technical colleges. As the only national competition of its kind, Paragons honor excellence exclusively among marketing, communication and PR professionals.

This year’s competition drew 1,939 entries from 262 colleges across the United States and Canada. The awards are issued in more than 50 print and digital categories and are judged by college and industry professionals across the U.S.

Gold, silver and bronze Paragon awards are equivalent to first, second and third place wins, respectively. HCC’s gold win means it was deemed the best among all Instagram entries received from two-year colleges.

“We are very proud of the work of our social media team, which is comprised of Frank Cooper, Brittany Cardenas, Justin Boyd, Jorge Luna and Andre Humphery,” says Dr. Michael Edwards, HCC Interim Associate Vice Chancellor of Communications and Marketing. “They are a hardworking group with lots of talent and a strong desire for excellence.”

The HCC Communications Department has a strong record of print, graphic design and digital success at NCMPR’s Paragon Awards. The college has received at least three gold Paragons, along with two silver and bronze awards since 1992.

In addition, Debra McGaughey, Director of Communications Services at HCC Central, was named Secretary/Treasurer of NCMPR at the 2019 San Antonio conference. She has served as an NCMPR board member since the fall of 2015 and is in line to become NCMPR president in 2022.

Avengers: Endgame Stars and Disney Team of Heroes Unite To Support $5 Million Donation to Benefit Children’s Hospitals

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Avengers: Endgame Stars and Disney Team of Heroes Unite To Support $5 Million Donation to Benefit Children’s Hospitals

ANAHEIM, CALIF. (April 5, 2019) – The stars of Avengers: Endgame today visited the Disneyland Resort to launch Avengers Universe Unites, a charity event that supports The Walt Disney Company’s signature philanthropic commitment, Disney Team of Heroes, which delivers comfort and inspiration to seriously ill children around the world.

 Robert Downey Jr., Chris Hemsworth, Scarlett Johansson, Jeremy Renner, Paul Rudd and Brie Larson were on hand at Disney California Adventure Park to celebrate the donation of more than $5 million to nonprofits supporting children with critical illnesses, including $1 million in cash from Disney to Starlight Children’s Foundation. The LEGO Group, Hasbro, Funko and Amazon together donated over $4 million in Avengers: Endgame toys and products which will be sent to hundreds of children’s hospitals throughout the country, as well as Give Kids the World, a nonprofit resort in central Florida.

“The superheroes in Avengers personify traits like courage, perseverance, bravery and hope – the same traits countless kids and their families in children’s hospitals exhibit every day,” said Robert A. Iger, chairman and CEO of The Walt Disney Company, who joined the kickoff celebration. “We are grateful to have the Avengers cast take time out of their day to be a part of this effort to lift spirits and bring comfort to children during a difficult time.” 

The Avengers stars joined kids from the Boys & Girls Clubs of Anaheim and Garden Grove to play at a larger-than-life LEGO® build at The LEGO Store in Downtown Disney and were treated to a visit by Amazon’s Treasure Truck stocked with Avengers: Endgame toys, including Hasbro action figures, Iron Man MK50 robots by UBTECH and Funko POP! vinyl figures.

“Nobody understands magical experiences better than Disney, and we’ve been proud to partner with them in bringing those experiences to kids in children’s hospitals for more than 20 years,” says Adam Garone, CEO, Starlight Children’s Foundation. “From delivering hospital care packages, to storytelling through Starlight Xperience virtual reality, to our recent Disney-themed Starlight Gowns, millions of seriously ill children have benefited from our amazing relationship together. And with this donation, even more kids will get to experience the magic of Disney.”

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About Disney Parks, Experiences and Products

Disney Parks, Experiences and Products brings the magic of Disney into the daily lives of families and fans around the world to create magical memories that last a lifetime.

When Walt Disney opened Disneyland in Anaheim, California on July 17, 1955, he created a unique destination built around storytelling and immersive experiences, ushering in a new era of family entertainment. More than sixty years later, Disney has grown into one of the world’s leading providers of family travel and leisure experiences, with iconic businesses including six resort destinations with 12 theme parks and 52 resorts in the United States, Europe, and Asia with approximately 160,000 cast members; a top-rated cruise line with four ships and plans for three more to be completed in 2021, 2022, and 2023; a luxurious family beach resort in Hawaii; a popular vacation ownership program; and an award-winning guided family adventure business. Disney’s global consumer products operations include the world’s leading licensing business; the world’s largest children’s print publisher; the world’s largest games licensor across all platforms; more than 200 Disney store locations around the world; and the shopDisney e-commerce platform.

These experiences are created by Disney Imagineers, the creative force behind experiences found in Disney theme parks, resort hotels, cruise ships, and consumer products—including books, games, and merchandise.

About Avengers: Endgame

The grave course of events set in motion by Thanos that wiped out half the universe and fractured the Avengers ranks compels the remaining Avengers to take one final stand in Marvel Studios’ grand conclusion to twenty-two films, “Avengers: Endgame.”

Kevin Feige produces “Avengers: Endgame,” and Anthony and Joe Russo are the directors. Louis D’Esposito, Victoria Alonso, Michael Grillo, Trinh Tran, Jon Favreau, James Gunn and Stan Lee are the executive producers, and Christopher Markus & Stephen McFeely wrote the screenplay. “Avengers: Endgame” is in U.S. theaters on April 26, 2019.

About Disney store and shopDisney

Disney store, which debuted in 1987, is owned and operated by Disney in North America, Europe, Japan and China. Disney store carries high-quality products, including exclusive product lines that support and promote Disney’s key entertainment initiatives and characters from Disney, Pixar, Star Wars and Marvel. shopDisney.com is the ecommerce destination for guests of all ages, offering a curated selection of the best product from Disney store, Disney Consumer Products licensees, global collections and collaborations, and Disney Parks and Resorts, including trend fashion and accessories, toys, home and collectibles. Disney store and shopDisney offer magical shopping experiences that can only be delivered by Disney, one of the world’s largest and most successful entertainment companies. There are currently more than 215 Disney store locations in North America; more than 40 Disney store locations in Japan; two locations in Shanghai, China including a flagship; and more than 70 Disney store locations in Denmark, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Portugal, Spain, and the United Kingdom, plus online stores  www.shopdisney.co.uk, www.shopdisney.de, www.shopdisney.es, 

www.shopdisney.fr, www.shopdisney.it,  and www.disneystore.co.jp. Disney store and shopDisney are the retail merchandising arms of Disney Parks, Experiences and Products, the business segment of The Walt Disney Company (NYSE:DIS) and its affiliates that extends the Disney brand to merchandise. For more information, please visit dcpi.disney.com/disney-store or follow us at www.facebook.com/shopDisney, www.instagram.com/shopDisney and www.twitter.com/shopDisney.

Stripes® Stores to Release Third Limited-edition Selena Cup

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Stripes® Stores to Release Third Limited-edition Selena Cup

Stripes® Stores will release “Selena Forever”, its third and final 2019 limited-edition, collectible cup featuring Selena, known as the “Queen of Cumbia”. The 2019 Selena commemorative collectible cups will be sold at participating Stripes stores in Texas and Louisiana, while supplies last.

Selena fans will be able to purchase the final cup of three unique designs on Saturday, April 6th at 10 a.m. – limit two per person, while supplies last. Customers and Selena fans may begin lining up at participating Stripes stores as early as 8 a.m. April 6th, prior to the 10 a.m. release.

To publicize the cup launch, Stripes released a video today on Facebook revealing the complete set of the three 2019 designs, including the third design – “Selena Forever,” along with information on when and where to purchase. Stripes officials expect the cup to sell quickly.

Company officials worked with Selena’s sister, Suzette Quintanilla, to create the three designs for the 2019 collection featuring the music legend. “Selena Forever” features a close-up photo of the international music star with the words “Selena Forever” in purple that matches the cup’s lid. This year’s cups hold either hot or cold beverages and are double wall-insulated, dishwasher safe, and BPA free.

“We are excited to release our third and final Selena cup, “Selena Forever” to complete our 2019 Selena Commemorative Cup Collection” said 7-Eleven (Stripes) Senior Vice President, Brad Williams. “Our cups are limited-edition and we have limited supply, so we encourage Selena fans to get their cups early, while supplies last.”

For updates and information on the sale of the Selena cups, visit the Stripes Facebook page.

The official hashtag is #SelenaStripesCup.

The 2019 Selena commemorative collectible cups are a limited-edition, limited-supply item, and Stripes officials are expecting the cups to sell out quickly. Customers are encouraged to review the Selena cup FAQs regarding the release and sale of the cups. They can be found at www.stripesstores.com/Selena.

Fiesta De La Flor 2019 New Special Guests Announced

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Fiesta De La Flor 2019 New Special Guests Announced

Fiesta de la Flor presented by CITGO Saturday headliner Leslie Grace announced that artists Farina, Luis Coronel, Noriel and Play-N-Skillz will join her on stage to perform their respective duo hit singles as she performs as the headliner at the fifth annual Fiesta de la Flor on Saturday, April 13.

The festival honoring Tejano music superstar Selena Quintanilla will be held at North Bayfront Park in downtown Corpus Christi on April 12 – 13, 2019.

Leslie Grace is a Dominican singer/songwriter who has become a prominent force in Latin and Tropical music. Her bilingual bachata cover of the 1961 Shirelles hit “Will You Still Love Me Tomorrow” topped both the Billboard Tropical Songs and Billboard Latin Airplay charts.

She has been nominated for five Premio Lo Nuestro Awards, three Billboard Latin Music Awards and two subsequent Latin Grammys.

F a r i n a is a Colombian reggaeton artist of Peruvian and Chinese descent, Luis Coronel is a Latin Billboard Music Award winner from Arizona who sings Regional Mexican music. Puerto Rican-rapper Noriel is best known for his performance of “Cuatro Babys” with reggaeton singer Maluma. Play-N-Skillz is a Grammy Award-winning duo of brothers Juan and Oscar Salinas from Dallas.

Fiesta de la Flor will include great music, food trucks, a Kids Zone and a Mercado that includes more than 80 artisan vendors. A grand fireworks finale show will wrap up the festivities on Saturday night.

The awesome entertainment line-up for this year’s event is as follows:

On Friday, April 12th enjoy music by Multi Grammy-Award winning artists such as Little Joe Y La Familia, Gilbert “Gibby” Velasquez and Friends (David Marez, Joe Posada, Ricardo Castillon, Oscar G., and Stevie D.) and Corpus Christi favorite JonMikael Mrez! On Saturday, April 13th, enjoy non-stop entertainment from pop music sensation Leslie Grace (with guest appearances by Farina, Luis Coronel, Noriel and Play-N-Skillz), Jay Perez, Mariachi Campanas de America, Erick Y Su Grupo Massore, Jenny and the Mexicats, Raulito con Grupo Remedio, Lucky Joe and JonMikael Mrez.

The festival also will feature One Person Unites Us, a sit-down conversation with Suzette Quintanilla, president and CEO of Q Productions, American singer, actress and TV personality Adrienne Bailon Houghton.

Houghton known for her singing with 3LW and the Cheetah Girls, currently is one of the hosts of syndicated talk show The Real.

Metro Takes Digital Signs out for a Spin

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Some riders may notice nextgen upgrades at their bus stops. METRO is testing digital signs at 16 of its most popular stops and transit centers as part of a pilot project. The signs display next-bus arrival times, route updates and safety alerts, among other things.

“We know technological innovations can improve the rider experience and make our system easier to use. We are evaluating these devices in a number of areas including performance, accuracy and feasibility. Ultimately we want to find out what technology will serve our riders the best,” said METRO Chief Technology Officer, Randy Frazier.

The test displays, from four different manufacturers, vary greatly in design and functionality. Some resemble an oversized e-reader while others look more like a large color television.

During the test phase, METRO staff is also gathering feedback from customers. The pilot will last a little more than a month. The study’s findings and recommendations will be presented to METRO’s Board of Directors later this year. During the budget planning cycle, the board will have an opportunity to decide if permanent digital display upgrades should be funded.

Harris County Attorney Ryan Files Court Brief Seeking To Remove Citizenship Question From 2020 Census

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Harris County Attorney Vince Ryan yesterday filed a friend of the court brief with the U.S. Supreme Court in a lawsuit seeking to prevent the U.S. Census Bureau from including a question about citizenship on the 2020 Census.

Ryan is joined in Harris County’s brief by Fort Bend County Judge K.P. George and the City of Marfa. The brief asks the Supreme Court to affirm a district court judge’s ruling that the citizenship question cannot be included. The ruling came in a lawsuit filed against the Census Bureau by the State of New York.

“We join in the concerns expressed across the country that a question on citizenship will reduce the number of people participating in the 2020 Census,” said Ryan. “This question will intimidate our immigrant population. We want everyone to participate—whether they are citizens or not.”

The brief states that the addition of the citizenship question to the 2020 Decennial Census will cause in an undercount of each jurisdiction’s significant foreign-born population resulting in disproportionately low representation at the local, state, and federal levels along with corrupt data inadequate for effective governance. An undercount will also hurt the amount of federal dollars coming to these communities in programs based on population.

Harris County’s growth has always been driven by immigrants intertwined with new industries creating diverse economic engines for Texas and the country, Ryan points out in the brief. Neighboring suburban Fort Bend County has exploded in growth, diversity and affluence in the last few decades electing its first non-Anglo chief executive since the 1800s, immigrant K.P. George. While the tiny City of Marfa has not seen such explosive growth, it shares a high foreign-born population with Harris and Fort Bend at risk for a net undercount in the Decennial Census.

Ryan says the current intense climate of fear among immigrants makes it all the more likely that the net differential undercount will be more acute in Texas should the citizenship question be added to the census. In the past, as with the decades-long practice of using “white primaries” to disenfranchise African-American voters, the Supreme Court was the only source of protection to the constitutional rights of people wishing to engage in the civic sphere.

“Now, the Supreme Court’s intervention is needed again, to ensure that the integrity of the data for representation and effective governance is protected,” Ryan said. “Judge George, the City of Marfa and we agree with the New York district court’s finding that the undocumented and Hispanics will be disproportionately undercounted if the citizenship question is left in the Census.”

“We believe adding that question will depress responses, undercount the people and harm the representation and safety of the people of Harris and Fort Bend Counties and the City of Marfa,” Ryan concludes.

Publicación 1141 – Revista Digital 4 de Abril – 10 de Abril / 2019

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Publicación 1141 – Revista Digital 4 de Abril – 10 de Abril / 2019

Gracias por visitarnos, este artículo contiene la revista digital de ¡Que Onda Magazine! de fecha 4 de Abril hasta el 10 de Abril del 2019.

Descargar versión digital – Que Onda!

Visit Panama City, Panama

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Visit Panama City, Panama

Panama City sits at a crossroads of oceans and continents, cultures and lifestyles. This vibrant cosmopolitan hub in the middle of a tropical rainforest embodies the best of all worlds. Easy-going and relaxed, Panama City is much more than just a passing-through point for cargo ships and travelers. The city mixes colonial influence with traditional culture, making it one of the most interesting and dynamic places in Central America.

Fun Fact: The Panama Canal cuts a path between the Pacific and Atlantic Oceans and stretches 80 kilometers (50 miles). Built by the U.S., Panama took control of the Canal in 1999 and now it accounts for 1/3 of Panama’s economy.

When to Go

December – March

This tropical nation is synonymous with humidity. Temperatures stay consistently warm year-round, so travel is defined by rainfall rather than temperatures. The dry season runs from December to March, with hardly any heavy rainfall. Meanwhile, November sees the heaviest and most consistent rainfall, so plan travel accordingly.

Discoveries

The Good Old Days

With touches of French and Spanish influence, Casco Viejo, the old quarter, embodies the elegant colonial charm of cities like Havana and Cartagena. Once abandoned for the glittering downtown, this area is now the hottest place for nightlife, restaurants, and shops.

Visit the decaying ruins of Iglesia de Santo Domingo or the golden altar of Iglesia de San Jose. Hop between bars and nightclubs, or get tickets to a performance at Teatro Nacional, an ornate 1900’s concert hall. If you want to go even further back in Panama’s history, visit the UNESCO ruins of Panama Viejo – the site of the original Spanish settlement that was destroyed by pirates (led by Captain Morgan himself) in 1671.

If You Need Me, I’ll Be at the Beach

Dipping your toes in two different oceans on the same day? Only in Panama! Start your morning out sipping coffee on the crisp, white-sand beach of Santa Clara, perched on the Pacific Ocean.

Later in the day, drive an hour to watch the sunset along the tropical Caribbean sand at the beaches near Portobello. For the best beach experience, explore nearby islands like Taboga, the Bocas del Toro archipelago, or the paradise San Blas Islands. These stunning islands offer quiet retreats from the bustle of city life, along with an array of water activities.

The Little Canal That Could While Panama City offers much more than just the famous Panama Canal, you’d be remiss if you didn’t add this one-of-a-kind structure to your sightseeing list. The Canal operates in a series of three main locks – the closest of these to Panama City is Miraflores, which makes it one of the most popular.

This has its pros and cons: pros are a fantastic visitor center and restaurant, and cons are larger crowds. Afterwards, visit the Panama Canal Museum in Casco Viejo for a greater understanding of the history behind this feat of engineering.

Into the Jungle

One of the few capital cities within a stone’s throw of a rainforest, Panama City has access to some incredible tropical vegetation. If you want to stay close to the city, Ancon Hill offers a quick hike to the summit and gorgeous views of the city. Also within the city, learn about Panama’s environment at the BioMuseo, which focuses on the natural history of Panama, including the nation’s biodiversity and the impact of humans. Experience the lush biodiversity firsthand in Soberanía National Park, where you can spot sloths, monkeys, and an astonishing number of bird species just 16 km outside the city. Hikers should jump on the Las Cruces Trail, which was once used by the Spanish to transport gold.

What to Eat

A Buffet of Cultures

Like the city itself, Panama cuisine is a mix of influences. There are some traditional eats, like raspado, flavored ice, and Sancocho, a tasty stew. But for the most part, restaurants offer an eclectic mix of cuisines for you to try.

Start the day with brunch at Las Clementinas Cafe, before heading to explore the fish market (mercado de mariscos) for some top-notch seafood. Be sure to try the mind-blowing ceviche. When the day starts to cool off, explore rooftop restaurants and bars, like Casa Casco, which offers an incredible sunset view.

Stay Here

Nighty Night

Panama City offers a wider range of accommodations than it used to, from luxurious seaside hotels to artistic boutique stays. For luxury, try out the rooftop infinity pool at the AC Hotel, which includes unbeatable city views.

Meanwhile, Tantalo Hotel offers an artsy experience with themed rooms and a killer rooftop bar.

For the backpacker, Magnolia Inn is housed in an old mansion in Casco Viejo, and offers easy access and beautiful rooms on the cheap.

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