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PREMIO LO NUESTRO 2021

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The 33rd edition of “Premio Lo Nuestro” kicked off with exciting news. Guinness World Records awarded the show for being the longest-running Latin music award in the world. Established by Univision in 1989, “Premio Lo Nuestro” recognizes the most talented Latin music performers.

This year, and following all security measures and in full compliance with local authorities and public health recommendations, the ultimate platform to showcase the best of Latin music and culture included special tributes and moments to continue uniting and highlighting our community through music, culture, and hope.

Taking place at the AmericanAirlines Arena in Miami, Florida, the show started with “Noche de Estrellas,” a pre-show that includes the famous magenta carpet. Singers Alejandra GuzmánYuri, and Lila Downs opened the show by honoring late singer-songwriter Armando Manzanero

Followed by  Maluma,  who performed for the first time his songs “Agua de Jamaica,” and “La Burbuja” from his new visual album, #7DJ (7 Días En Jamaica).

Hosts Chiquinquirá DelgadoJose Ron, and Yuri welcomed the audience and introduced Gabriel Soto and Irina Baeva, who revealed the night’s first award winner.

The star-studded lineup of performers continued with Jessi Uribe and Joss Favela singing “El Alumno.” The show also paid tribute to late music star and creator of La Fania,  Johnny Pacheco. The “Caballero de la Salsa” Gilberto Santa Rosa united his voice to fellow salsa singer Jose Alberto “El Canario,” alongside renowned music producer Sergio George and flutist Néstor Torres. The artists performed “Quitate Tu,” “Mi Gente,” “Los Compadres,” and “Guaguanco Pa’l Que Sabe.”

Puerto Rican urban music stars Zion & Lennox brought the heat to the “Premio lo Nuestro,” singing their newest hit, “Gota Gota,” featuring Dominican Dembow recording artist and composer El Alfa.

 Chesca and Grupo Firme blessed the audience with “El Cambio,” a Spanish language interpretation of “The Change” initially performed by superstar JoJo. Chesca’s arrangement was chosen to be used in a Joe Biden and Kamala Harris 2020 campaign video.

Latin American boy band CNCO gave us “Déjà Vu.” Joel PimentelRichard CamachoErick Brian ColónChristopher Vélez, and Zabdiel De Jesús, performed “Dejaría Todo”, a cover of Puerto Rican singer, Chayanne; “Solo por un beso,” originally released by Aventura, followed by “Entra en Mi Vida,” Sin Bandera’s first single.

Argentine-Venezuelan singer and songwriter Ricardo Montaner surprised the audience by joining CNCO to sing “Tan Enamorados.”

The show continued awarding Maluma; later,  Natti Natasha confirmed pregnancy rumors while singing “Antes que salga el sol,” featuring Prince Royce.

Gloria Trevi received the Premio a la Trayectoria to celebrate the 30th anniversary of her album, Tu Angel de la Guarda, and her iconic and hit song “Pelo Suelto.” The Mexican singer performed “Todos me Miran,” “Grande,” and “Gloria” alongside Ivy Queen.

El Alfa took the stage one more time to sing with Camilo their new song, “BEBÉ.”

Luis Fonsi and Rauw Alejandro performed “Vacío,” a new spin on the classic “A Puro Dolor” by Son By Four. After announcing Paulina Rubio and Raymix as the winners of “Mejor Canción de Cumbia del Año,” for their hit “Tú Y Yo,” Maluma and  Carlos Rivera  took the stage of “Premio lo Nuestro” to sing the heartfelt song “100 Años.”

Dominican singer Natti Natasha and Romeo Santos won the best “Canción Tropical del Año,” for their remix of “La Mejor Versión de Mí.” Later Wisin made us dance, singing his best tracks alongside Jhay Cortez, Rauw Alejandro, and Zion & Lennox. Colombian singer Carlos Vives also joined the Puerto Rican reggaeton rapper, singer, and record producer, to sing “Nota de Amor.” After the performance, Wisin received the “Premio a la Excelencia” for his achievements in music. The star thanked Daddy Yankee,  Luny Tunes and dedicated the award to Puerto Rico and his fans.

The entire Montaner family, MauRickyEvaluna, and Camilo, and Ricardo Montaner, performed “Amén,” a Christian anthem written long before the global pandemic but released during this challenging time.

Historic moments continued at “Premio lo Nuestro.” Daddy Yankee and  Marc Anthony  performed traditional salsa track “De Vuelta Pa’ La Vuelta” with a touch of reggaetón.

Paulina Rubio introduced Mexican musical group Los Ángeles Azules,  Chiquis Rivera, Kinky, and Gloria Trevi. The stars played their traditional cumbia sonidera.

Vice-President Kamala Harris sent a message to the Hispanic and Latinx community and congratulated all the winners. Justin Quiles later performed “Jeans” and “PAM,” and La India and Victor Manuelle joined their voices to sing their new salsa single “Víctimas las dos.”

The night continued with Selena Gomez and Rauw Alejandro releasing a new video for “Baila Conmigo.”

Anuel AA and Ozuna were among the last performers of the night. The 33rd edition of “Premio Lo Nuestro” ended awarding Camilo as “Artista del año-pop.”

Source: us.hola.com

 

HCPH| Harris County Public Health to Resume Modified Testing and Vaccination Operations Friday, Normal Operations on Saturday and Sunday

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Houston – Harris County Public Health will resume limited COVID-19 testing and vaccine operations on Friday, February 19th. For a full list of details and best practices for residents, please see the information below.

Testing:
M.O. Campbell, San Jacinto Central, and Lonestar College Cypress Center sites will reopen Friday from 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM. We will also have COVID-19 testing availability Saturday and Sunday. Due to inclement weather conditions, all HCPH mobile testing sites will stay closed for the remainder of this week. We anticipate all testing operations will reopen and go back to normal starting Monday, February 22nd.

If you were signed up for testing earlier this week, you will need to sign up for a new appointment time and day. To sign up for free COVID-19 testing through HCPH, please visit covidcheck.hctx.net or call 832-927-7575.

Vaccinations:
COVID-19 2nd dose vaccinations will take place on Friday from 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM. If you were scheduled for your second dose on Friday, please arrive at your scheduled time for vaccination – all morning appointments were moved to a 12:00 PM start. We will resume normal COVID-19 vaccination operations on Saturday from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM which will include both 1st and 2nd dose vaccination scheduled appointments.

Individuals who had their appointments canceled due to vaccination site closures should have received a notification of the cancellation due to weather conditions and a phone call to reschedule the appointment if an appointment was available for Saturday. All others that were canceled and not given a new appointment for Saturday will be prioritized for a makeup appointment next week once HCPH receives the additional vaccine.

All scheduled appointments will be honored. For those who are due for their second dose appointment and have not been contacted yet, HCPH will contact you through email or text to schedule that appointment next week.

If you do not receive a notification mid-next week, please contact 832-927-8787. Please note-based on CDC guidance, being delayed in receiving the second dose of the COVID-19 vaccine does not impact the vaccine’s overall effectiveness.

To sign up for free COVID-19 vaccinations through HCPH, please visit vacstrac.hctx.net/landing or call 832-927-8787. Harris County Public Health is still vaccinating individuals in Groups 1A and 1B. For full definitions of these categories and additional information regarding vaccines, please visit hcphtx.org.

Water distributions sites in the Houston area

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Houston residents Wednesday were warned to boil their water — if they had the power to do so– after water pressure plummeted throughout the Houston-area. Water pressure has improved across Houston, though a boil water advisory remains in effect and likely won’t be lifted until Monday.

Dozens of nearby municipalities, including the Pearland, Katy, and Sugarland areas have also issued boil water notices.

Residents are advised to use bottled or boiled water for drinking, cooking and hygiene purposes like brushing your teeth or washing your face until the notice is lifted.

Amid the boil water advisory, several water distribution sites are opening in the Houston area.

City of Houston

During a briefing Thursday, Mayor Sylvester Turner announced that water distribution sites will open in each of the city council’s districts around 2 p.m. today.

City council members have not released details on every site slated to open Thursday. Each site will remain open until supplies run out. Amid the ongoing boil water advisory, demand for water is high. The water available at each site varies. We will update our list as more information is released.

Not sure which district you live in? View a map of the city’s council districts here.

District A

Supplies are very limited at the sites.

  • Carverdale Community Center, 9920 Porto Rico Rd, Houston, TX 77041
  • White Oak Conference Center, 7603 Antoine Dr #5409, Houston, TX 77088
  • Trini Mendenhall Community Center, 1414 Wirt Rd, Houston, TX 77055

District B

Hot meals and water will be distributed on a first-come, first-serve basis. Drive-thru only. For more information, call (281) 868-0774.

  • 770 Greens Rd., Houston, TX 77060

District C

Distributions will begin at 2 p.m. and will last until supplies run out.

  • Harriet and Joe Foster Family YMCA, 1234 W. 34th St.
  • Evelyn Rubenstein Jewish Community Center of Houston (ERJCC), 5601 S Braeswood Blvd, Houston, TX 77096: ALL WATER DISTRIBUTED AT THIS SITE
  • W. Gray MultiService Center, 1475 W Gray St, Houston, TX 77019
  • Heights Fire Station, 107 W 12th St, Houston, TX 77008

District F

  • Rios De Aceite Church, 12500 Corona Lane

District K

Limited supplies available beginning at 3:30 p.m.

  • Townwood Park, 3402 Simsbrook Drive, 77045
  • Fountain Life Center, 14083 S Main, 77035

Harris County Precinct 4

Precinct 4 Commissioner R. Jack Cagle has directed his staff to distribute non-potable water to county residents in need until 5 p.m. today. Supplies are limited to 10 gallons per person. Recipients must bring an appropriate container (milk jugs, ice chests, etc.) to one of the following distribution sites throughout Precinct 4:

  • Burroughs Park, 9738 Hufsmith Rd., Tomball, TX 77375
  • Jones Park, 20634 Kenswick Dr., Humble, TX 77338
  • Collins Park, 6727 Cypresswood Dr., Spring, TX 77379
  • Lindsay/Lyons Park, 2310 Atascocita Rd., Humble, TX 77396

Emancipation Park and Texas Southern University

Congresswoman Sheila Jackson-Lee is distributing water at Emancipation Park and Texas Southern University.

“We’ll start at 3018 Emancipation then the truck will go to Texas Southern University and then to Greenspoint in the late afternoon. Delivering groceries and water,” Jackson said on social media.

Turkey Leg Hut

The Turkey Leg Hut, in partnership with US Foods, will give away 14 Pallets of bottled water Thursday beginning at 2:00 pm. Turkey Leg Hut is located at 4830 Almeda Road, in Houston’s Third Ward.

Source: www.click2houston.com

Exclusive Interview with US Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee

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Harris County Attorney’s Office Offers Online Resource for the Public to Report Price Gouging

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In response to millions of Harris County residents being impacted by the historic winter storm, Harris County Attorney Christian D. Menefee is urging the public to report incidents of price gouging and other consumer complaints committed by those looking to take advantage of the tragedy.

“This historic weather event is incredibly challenging for Harris County residents who are already under strain because of the COVID-19 pandemic. Overpaying for necessities to survive freezing temperatures is the last thing folks need to worry about. I urge you to report price gouging on our website. We will hold businesses and individuals accountable for unfair practices,” said County Attorney Menefee.

During a declared state of emergency, the Texas Deceptive Trade Practices Act makes it illegal for a business or individual to sell or lease fuel, food, medicine, lodging, building materials, construction tools, or other necessities at an exorbitant or excessive price. Texas is currently in a state of emergency and the County Attorney’s Office (HCAO) is using reports submitted through its website to pursue actions against those that seek to take advantage of Harris County residents in these trying times. Residents can get specific information at harriscountycao.org/report-price-gouging. It details what information people need to provide in order to file a complaint. The HCAO will investigate the complaint and take action as appropriate. More information on the investigation and available actions can be found on the website.

File a report with the HCAO for suspected price gouging or other unfair business practices in Harris County.  It’s best to take a picture of the products and prices and keep the receipts to make a report.

3 Options for Filing a Report

  1. Email to consumerhelp@cao.hctx.net. Follow the instructions at harriscountycao.org/pricegouging.
  2. Text complain, pictures, and receipts to 346-354-7459.
  3. Website – Complete the online form at harriscountycao.org/report-price-gouging.

Harris County residents and interested persons can also receive updates from HCAO, via Twitter at @HarrisCountyAO and Facebook at facebook.com/HarrisCountyAttorney.

 

Houston-area warming centers open, due to severe cold weather

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Lakewood Church officials said no one will be turned away. Gallery Furniture opens two locations and the GRB.

Lakewood Church is continuing to operate as a warming center and shelter for those needing to escape the frigid temperatures.

Officials said approximately a dozen people took shelter at the church Sunday and they are expecting more as hundreds of people deal with power outages in their homes.

“We have beds, blankets, and other supplies,” officials said. “No one will be turned away.”

If you’re headed to Lakewood for shelter, you are instructed to arrive at either entrance on Edloe or Norfolk streets.

Gallery Furniture two locations

Gallery Furniture is open to people now as a warming center.  Right now it’s ONLY the location on the North Freeway. They had originally also opened the Highway 99 location but have since had to shut it down because of electricity loss.

Unfortunately, no pets are allowed.

They’re asking people to wear masks. They have heat and food.

It’s the first time Mattress Mack opened its stores as shelters since Hurricane Harvey.

“There’s a lot of pain out there,” Mattress Mack said. “The least we could do is open the store up, let people come into a warm place. (We have) Plenty of sofas available, plenty of TVs available, plenty of mattresses available, and lots of hot food. Tough times never last, tough Texans do, and we’ll get through this also.”

George R. Brown Convention Center

The warming center at the GRB is at full capacity and is currently not taking in more people. A warming bus is available onsite for those who need assistance with transportation to the warming shelter. If you need help finding a warming shelter, please call 311. The George R. Brown Convention Center is continuing to operate as a warming center but is not accepting any more people in need.

YMCA/Red Cross

Judson Robinson Jr, Community Center
2020 Hermann Drive

Foster YMCA
1234 W 34th St, Houston

Houston Texans YMCA
5202 Griggs Road

River Pointe Church

If you go to the warming center here, bring blankets, snacks, and masks. River Pointe Church is located at 21000 Southwest Freeway.

More Houston centers

There are also warming centers open at the National Association of Christian Churches and Bayland Park.

Houston police, the Harris County Sheriff’s Office, and homeless outreach groups are giving people rides to the warming centers.

The HCSO’s Homeless OutReach Team (HOT) is working 24/7 to make sure homeless people who decline to go to a warming station have coats, gloves, hats, blankets, sleeping bags, and tents.

League City

The League City Police Department opened a warming center at the Hometown Heroes Recreation Center.

Space is limited and animals are not allowed.

Masks are required. Food and blankets will not be provided.

Galveston

The City of Galveston is opening a warming center at the McGuire Dent Recreation Center beginning Monday, February 15, 2021, at 6 p.m. It will remain open until Tuesday morning.

It’s located at 2222 28th St.

No meals will be provided and people will be tested for COVID-19 upon entry. Masks are required.

The Salvation Army also opened warming centers in Galveston

However, the shelters at 601 51st St. and at Central Church at 3308 Avenue O 1/2 both lost power on Monday morning.

There were 92 people staying at the shelters and they will remain there because there are no other options.

Officials said they are in need of “portable lights (lanterns/flashlights) and batteries to go in them, power banks for staff to charge cell phones and hand warmers.”

Sante Fe

The Santa Fe Fire Department has opened its firehouse as a warming center. They have cots and meals provided by the Red Cross.

Chambers County

The county will reopen the McLeod Park Warming Center on Tuesday at noon. The site will remain open until 5:30 p.m.

West U

The City of West University Place opened its recreation center at 4210 Bellaire Blvd. as a warming center for residents.

It’s not an overnight shelter and will have limited capacity and amenities.

Pearland

A warming center is open for day use at the Recreation Center and Natatorium (4141 Bailey Rd). Space is limited. If you decide to go, no pets, wear a mask, and If you have COVID symptoms please do not come.

Friendswood

The Friendswood Library is open Tuesday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. as a Warming Center. No animals are allowed. Masks are required. The City is not providing food or blankets, just a place for our residents without power to get warm.

Montgomery County

  • OverUnder Church – 600 S. Frazier St. Conroe, TX 77301
  •  Church Project – 602 Pruitt Rd. The Woodlands, TX 77380
  •  Madeley Ranch Elementary – 3500 Madeley Ranch Rd. Montgomery, TX 77356

Source: www.khou.com