A contractor was arrested on Thursday after he was accused of stealing more than $300,000 from unaware victims who hired him. Harris County Precinct 1 Constable Alan Rosen says 43-year-old Keith Anton Johnson was charged with theft and that two of his victims were beginning their recovery from Hurricane Harvey when they were targeted. At […]
The Homeowners Assistance Program (HAP) program was created to assist qualified homeowners repair, rehabilitate, or rebuild homes damaged by Hurricane Harvey, in particular focusing on residents in the southwestern counties of Texas which include Fort Bend County, Waller County, Wharton County, Austin County, Matagorda County and Colorado County. There are three ways to apply: Submit […]
A study conducted by the Katy Christian Ministries Crisis Center concluded that domestic violence is also one of Hurricane Harvey’s enduring legacies. The Center reported 1,025 domestic violence incidents between January and August 2018. In the same time period in 2017, only 417 domestic violence victims reported – a more than 120% increase. “This year we’ve […]
Months after Hurricane Harvey ravaged Southeast Texas, data is coming out in regards to what areas received more federal aid compared to others. Early data from the Episcopal Health Foundation showed that wealthier neighborhoods by zip code received more federal aid compared to lower income areas. However, the Health Foundation has yet to run the […]
There is no doubt that there was an unprecedented amount of damage done to homes, businesses, infrastructure, and families during and in the aftermath of hurricane Harvey this past August of 2017. 6 months later, it is still very evident that many in the Houston metropolitan area are still in the pain-staking process of persevering […]
Legendary performers Rickey Bell, Michael Bivins, and Ron DeVoe; members of the iconic R&B trio, Bell Biv DeVoe will present the Houston Independent School District with $20,000 to benefit the districts Harvey Relief Fund. After witnessing the tragic destruction of Hurricane Harvey, the group used their gift to spread love by partnering with Boston Mayor […]
A team of local artist and producers created this awesome soundtrack for the city Houston post-Hurricane Harvey. The song is motivational, inspirational, and it also pays homage to the hometown heroes who are helping us rebuild. Here is the great thing about it, it has been worked out that every cent earned from this track, […]
Several Boys & Girls Club of Greater Houston have extended their hours this week to provide relief to families recovering from the flooding devastation left behind by Hurricane Harvey. The clubs are open to any children and teenagers ages 6-17 in the Greater Houston area who need somewhere to go, during the day this week. […]
Here are some tips from the American Academy of Pediatrics on how to help your children deal with their experience and your family’s current circumstance in the wake of Hurricane Harvey. Reassure your children that you love them, that all of you will be okay and that they can talk to you about anything worrying or upsetting […]
Here’s a few assistance programs, resources and ways to give back to those affected by Hurricane Harvey.
Via Kroger.com Kroger is committed to serving our community, with the safety of our Customers and Associates being our 1st priority. They are working to update the list as changes occur, as quickly as possible. Most Greater Houston Area stores will close at 9pm tonight for the safety of our customers and associates. Hours may vary […]
