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houstonchronicle.com | Sondra Hernandez
Taylor Cary walks with his new light saber at the KimoKawaii Anime Convention at Lone Star Convention Center on Saturday, June 3, 2023 in Conroe. Conroe’s celebration of Japanese pop culture, KimoKawaii Anime Experience & Convention, returns for its fourth year to the Houston suburb. A Japanese Fashion Show is a highlight of the event.
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yourconroenews.com | Sondra Hernandez
Taylor Cary walks with his new light saber at the KimoKawaii Anime Convention at Lone Star Convention Center on Saturday, June 3, 2023 in Conroe. Conroe’s celebration of Japanese pop culture, KimoKawaii Anime Experience & Convention, returns for its fourth year to the Houston suburb. A Japanese Fashion Show is a highlight of the event.
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5 days ago | 
houstonchronicle.com | Sondra Hernandez
Devin Harjes filming on location for "Boardwalk Empire" on May 23, 2011 in the Brooklyn borough of New York City. Harjes, 41, died of cancer Tuesday. Photo by Bobby Bank/WireImageTexas-born actor Devin Harjes, known for his roles on "Boardwalk Empire" and "Manifest" has died after a battle with cancer. Harjes, 41, died Tuesday from complications of the disease at Mount Sinai West Hospital in New York City, as reported by CBS News Sunday. He was diagnosed with cancer earlier this year.
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houstonchronicle.com | Sondra Hernandez
"Wicked" and "Jurassic Park" actor Jeff Goldblum will be in Houston in September performing jazz music with his Mildred Snitzer Orchestra. Photo by Pari Dukovic / Universal MusicActor Jeff Goldblum — known for his roles in blockbusters such as "Wicked" and "Jurassic Park" — will be in Houston in September performing jazz music with his Mildred Snitzer Orchestra. The concert is set for 7:30 p.m. Sept. 14 at Sarofim Hall at the Hobby Center in downtown Houston.
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houstonchronicle.com | Sondra Hernandez
A teen from the Dallas area has claimed the 2025 Scripps National Spelling Bee crown. Faizan Zaki, 13, from Allen, Texas, won the title in round 21 when he correctly spelled “éclaircissement,” which is defined as “the clearing up of something obscure: enlightenment,” a news release says. “Faizan exemplified the determination that defines a champion,” said Adam Symson, president and CEO of The E.W. Scripps Company, in a statement.
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houstonchronicle.com | Sondra Hernandez
Houston-based Chevron will layoff nearly 800 workers at its Permian Basin facilities in West Texas. The layoffs, expected to begin July 15, will affect workers at three Chevron facilities in Midland County, according to the Texas Workforce Commission. Article continues below this adIn August, the company announced its headquarters would move to Houston from San Ramon, Calif. Chairman and CEO Mike Wirth and Vice Chairman Mark Nelson now reside in Houston as a part of the plan.
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houstonchronicle.com | Sondra Hernandez
All lanes were closed at I-45 northbound Thursday morning after North Main Street near downtown Houston after an overnight fatal crash involving at least three vehicles. The crash happened around 3:12 a.m. and traffic was being redirected to the North Main exit ramp, Lt. Terry Garza with the Harris County Sheriff's Office, posted on X. Camera footage is limited. The freeway is completely shut down at N. Main and will be shut down for hours. You can also take Hardy Toll north.
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houstonchronicle.com | Sondra Hernandez
Inspiration Ranch, a Magnolia nonprofit that offers equine therapy, is seeking support from the community after the group's property was damaged by two weekend storms. The organization which launched in 2006, offers equine-assisted therapies and activities for trauma victims and clients with physical and developmental disabilities. Article continues below this adOn Friday evening, a brief-but-powerful storm knocked out power to the property just before the group's annual bingo night fundraiser.
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yourconroenews.com | Sondra Hernandez
Inspiration Ranch, a Magnolia nonprofit that offers equine therapy, is seeking support from the community after the group's property was damaged by two weekend storms. Photo courtesy Inspiration RanchInspiration Ranch’s new welcome center is seen at the nonprofit’s new, 40 acre home, Tuesday, June 11, 2019, in Magnolia. Inspiration Ranch, a Magnolia nonprofit that offers equine therapy, is seeking support from the community after the group's property was damaged by two weekend storms.
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houstonchronicle.com | Sondra Hernandez
It is National Hamburger Day in the U.S. and restaurants across the land have deals on the All-American classic. National Day Calendar which keeps track of fun, unique and sometimes quirky national days lists May 28 as National Hamburger Day. Its exact origins are unknown but May 28 is thought to have been picked for its proximity to the Memorial Day weekend and the start of summer. Article continues below this adIt is also National Hamburger Month.
