“Mr. Aldine,” W.W. Thorne passes away
W.W. “Bill” Thorne, who saved Aldine ISD from bankruptcy in the late 1950s and was affectionally known as “Mr. Aldine,” has passed away. Mr. Thorne, 98, served as …
Sales Tax Holiday is Aug. 6-8
(AUSTIN) — Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar is reminding shoppers they can save money on clothes and school supplies during the state’s sales tax holiday on Friday, Saturday and …
Sheriff initiates UNIDOS program for Hispanics
Kick-off was held at BakerRipley Saturday; Goal is to provide resources and connections EAST ALDINE – The public was invited to a kick-off party, held by the Sheriff’s …
Dems defy Abbott, continue stay in DC
WASHINGTON, DC – More than 50 Democratic members of the state House fled Austin for Washington, D.C., last Monday, paralyzing the House just as the GOP was advancing …
Olympics open in Tokyo, Aldine Nimitz’s Griner on team
TOKYO – Brittney Griner and Ariel Atkins are players with local ties on this year’s Team USA women’s basketball Olympic roster. Brittney Griner, who starred at Nimitz High …
Local legislators leave Austin to stop Voter Restriction bill
Democrats Armando W., Senfronia T., and Carol A. among opponents in D.C. State Representative Walle Travels to D.C. to Stop Voter Suppression Efforts HOUSTON – State Representative Armando …
Latin Jazz Fills Town Center
Hundreds turned out last Saturday evening for the Inaugural Concert of the new Town Center Amphitheater and stage. Performing were the Diaz Music School Caliente Band, playing “LATIN …
State GLO sends $1.1b to Harris County
Harris County receiving $1.1 billion in infrastructure and mitigation projects AUSTIN – Texas Land Commissioner George P. Bush has announced plans to sub-award $750 million in light of …
Sheriff hosts public Bike Ride in park
HARRIS COUNTY – In honor of Park and Recreation Month, the Sheriff’s office celebrates the beauty and value of our local parks and green spaces. They enhance our …