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Charlie Mars : Events for toppicks

Events for toppicks — Fri, 01 Jun 2012 00:30:00 +0000

“I love the rare feeling of people in a room being connected without having to share any ideology or belief system or style or walk of life or class or anything – where they can all just melt in to something magical,” says Charlie Mars. “I want to explore sonically what that is.”
Those keeping score will mark this as Charlie Mars’ fifth album, but upon first listen, Like A Bird, Like A Plane can best be described as a new debut.
Over 11 songs, Mars hits a groove that does not signify any specific genre but instead is hardwired to hearts and hips. This is an album that writhes through the headphones, which will ultimately be tossed in favor of a living room dance floor. Mars has sewn together tightly crafted songs with moods and melodies that pulse with sex, wonderment, and personal destruction – all themes that may clash on paper but in music, suggest mysteries that are organic to us all.

Rob Schneider : Events for toppicks

Events for toppicks — Mon, 28 May 2012 00:30:00 +0000

SPECIAL EVENT!
Emmy-nominated actor Rob Schneider, well known for his trademark blend of character and comedic acting, has broadened his focus to include directing, producing and writing. You’ve seen him in blockbuster films such as Deuce Bigelow: Male Gigolo, The Animal, The Hot Chick, Surf Ninjas, Demolition Man, The Benchwarmers, and has had scene stealing cameos in nearly every Adam Sandler film, as well on television on HBO’s Young Comedians Special. Also he’s acheived a huge following by being one of the Bad Boys of Saturday Night Live! Now, fresh off his amazing appearance on Howard Stern, you can finally see him LIVE here in Houston, at the Gulf Coast’s premiere comedy club: The Houston Improv!
Schneider recently completed production on the box office smash Grown Ups, a comedy about five old friends reuniting 30 years after their high school graduation. He co-starred in the movie with Adam Sandler, David Spade, Chris Rock and Kevin James! Also, be sure to check out Rob Schneider’s new comedy album, ‘Registered Offender’ available now!
All tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable, so please be certain of the date and time of your show before purchase. Only credit card holder may be allowed to pick up tickets by providing matching I.D. and credit card at the will call window. If credit card holder would like to give authority for someone else to pick up their tickets, please email boxoffice@improvhouston.com and we will send you an authorization form to fax back to us.
Seating is general admission (first come first served) for the first show of the evening. The second and/or third shows will be assigned seating, based on the order of when the ticket was purchased. Only one ticket will be printed for your WHOLE party as we do not seat incomplete parties. If you’re purchasing tickets for a show with assigned seating and wish to join another party that has already purchased tickets, call the box office with before 4pm the day of the show.
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Rob Schneider : Events for toppicks

Events for toppicks — Sun, 27 May 2012 01:00:00 +0000

Plants And Animals : Events for toppicks

Events for toppicks — Sun, 27 May 2012 01:00:00 +0000

Fresh Music Festival : Events for toppicks

Events for toppicks — Sun, 27 May 2012 01:00:00 +0000

The Fresh Music Festival is a celebration of the best in R&B, Hip/Hop, Soul and Comedy. The artist scheduled to appear are Keith Sweat, Doug E. Fresh, K-Ci & JoJo, GUY & SWV. You don’t want to miss out on this!
Show Times & Dates
Saturday, May 26, 2012 at 8:00pm

Styx, Gin Blossoms : Events for toppicks

Events for toppicks — Sun, 27 May 2012 00:00:00 +0000

Rob Schneider : Events for toppicks

Events for toppicks — Sat, 26 May 2012 03:30:00 +0000

Father John Misty W/ Har Mar Superstar : Events for toppicks

Events for toppicks — Fri, 25 May 2012 01:00:00 +0000

Rammstein : Events for toppicks

Events for toppicks — Fri, 25 May 2012 00:00:00 +0000

Parlotones, Ryan Star : Events for toppicks

Events for toppicks — Thu, 24 May 2012 01:00:00 +0000

In their native South Africa, there’s no rock band bigger than The Parlotones. The Johannesburg-bred quartet have headlined the 20,000-seater Coca Cola Dome in their hometown in 2009, performed at the World Cup Kickoff Concert to an audience of a billion in 2010, and were handpicked by Coldplay to open the British band’s stadium shows in Johannesburg and Cape Town in 2011. Also last year, The Parlotones staged an original rock theater production, Dragonflies and Astronauts, which was broadcast live around the world in 3D via DIRECTV and in 2D on Facebook. (The 3D broadcast was so well received Stateside that the satellite provider scheduled 100 re-airings, while more than half of the worldwide viewership on Facebook hailed from the U.S.) Dragonflies and Astronauts wove a narrative through the band’s catalog, including 16 songs that were Top 40 hits in South Africa.

Theory of a Deadman with special guests Pop Evil : Events for toppicks

Events for toppicks — Thu, 24 May 2012 00:30:00 +0000

k.d. lang : Events for toppicks

Events for toppicks — Thu, 24 May 2012 00:00:00 +0000

Blues and Burgers: Tha Lady D : Events for toppicks

Events for toppicks — Wed, 23 May 2012 17:00:00 +0000

Enjoy Houston’s best in blues music with a lunchtime concert. Co-sponsored by KTSU-FM.

Rusko: Spring Tour : Events for toppicks

Events for toppicks — Wed, 23 May 2012 02:00:00 +0000

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Christopher Mercer, aka Rusko was born in Leeds in 1985 to a musical family. From day dot Rusko was surrounded by music whether it be his families piano’s, guitars, banjo’s and saxophones…or in his later years the heavy reggae and dub sound systems of Leeds, music has always been an integral part of Rusko’s life.
After graduating from Leeds university with a degree in musical performance, Rusko discovered the world of dubstep through SUB DUB and a debut appearance from the “Digital Mystikz”, having spent the past 10 years making future dub alongside Leeds very own Iration Steppas, Rusko connected with the sound and moved down to London to further advance his musical opportunities.
Veering away from the dark, serious side of the sound Rusko bought a highly driven energy and fun approach to the dubstep massive, quickly coining his own take on the genre that infected . His sound appealed to many people outside of the dubstep world as his productions became more adventurous in formula, sound and energy. His huge hit “Cockney Thug” has been played by everyone from Pete Tong, Switch, Diplo and Santogold. And has been remixed by Buraka Som sistema, Diplo, Drop the Lime and the Scratch Perverts.
Now part of the Mad Decent Camp with collaborations on the horizon with the likes of Switch, Diplo , Santigold, Trouble Andrew, Hot Chip and more…the future sure is looking bright. Currently setting the radio airwaves alight with his own productions and remixes of artists such as The Prodigy, Basement Jaxx, Little Boots and plenty more, Rusko is only going in one direction. Onwards, upwards and far beyond any other young producer could dream of.
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Sebastian Ingrosso is that rare thing in the world of dance music: a musician who understands the world of melodies just as much as he understands the power of the kick drum.
Sebastian’s father owned two record labels, and from the tender age of 14 Ingrosso could be found in the studio producing music. His first official remix was released on Mega Records in 1999 and for over a decade Ingrosso has been releasing a steady stream of original tracks and remixes. In 2009, Sebastian, Dirty South and David Guetta produced ‘How Soon Is Now’ with Julia McKnight, which has become a modern day vocal house classic. Other tracks include ‘Leave The World behind’ on Axtone, ‘Umbrella’ on Data, ‘Laktos’ on Refune, an amazing re-edit of ‘Swimming Places’ from Julian Jabre on Defected, Royksopp and Hard Fi’s ‘Suburban Knights’, the searing remix of ‘Jack You’ with Steve Angello for Diddy and Felix which was approved by Sean Combs himself, MGMT’s ‘Kids’ and most recently Miike Snow’s ‘Silvia’. 2010 saw him co-write and co-produce ‘Cupid Boy’, one of the key electronic anthems on Kylie’s new Number 1 album.
As head of A & R for his label, Refune, Sebastian is constantly discovering and developing new talents such as Style of Eye, AN21, Max Vangeli, True Identity and his most recent signing, the exceptional Lune.
Sebastian Ingrosso’s achievements as a DJ are no less impressive than of those in the area of production. From his first gig in a small pizza restaurant in small town Sweden, 2009’s residency at world famous Sensation White saw him regularly performing to crowds of 25,000 all over the globe and 2010 has seen more smash gigs in Australia, USA and Brazil, not to mention countless countries throughout Europe. DJ Mag’s 2010 Top 100 poll placed Seb at Number 16, having already won highest new entry in the 2009 poll.
After the amazing achievements of the past few years, some may be forgiven for thinking the future could not get any better for Ingrosso but his ambition, not to mention talent, show no signs of abating. He has recently launched his new live visual concept and rumours are rife that he is producing the new album of a hot young female artist.
Featuring 100 of the city’s baddest dancers and feature girls competing for cash prizes
live performances by 8 Ball & MJG, ESG & Eskabel (please note 8 Ball & MJG is the headliner). VIP sections & bottle service are available email tejaschaos@gmail.com
Celebrate Valentine With The Best Of The Old School From The 80s & 90s:
A crossover machine with her hits in the pop and R&B charts:
His debut album from 1988 “in effect mode” sold more than two & half million copies topping the billboard r&b chart for seven straight weeks! The album included the hits:
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Ladies (and Gentlemen), Fans and Friends, You spoke and I listened…I am very proud and excited to tell you that Jordan Knight Live & Unfinished will be hitting hand picked cities across North America for an intimate evening of Music, Fun, and More! After the amazing NKOTBSB Arena Tour this past year, I feel truly blessed that I now have the time to get up close and personal with you, my fans, and sing these songs that mean so much to me! You’ve all played such a big part in making this album a success so I can’t think of a better way of saying THANK YOU, than to give you what you have asked for – Jordan Knight: Live & Unfinished!
Now put on those dancing shoes, grab a friend, and lets spend the night together! #ahhhhf*ckyeah
Jordan Knight has been famous for more than half his life. He was all of 14 when he joined New Kids On the Block and by 18 he had become a household name and global heartthrob as the group’s preternaturally handsome lead singer. For ten years he traveled the world with the famed boy band. Then, in 1994, when the band split up, Knight went on to enjoy a successful solo career. As a solo artist he’s achieved massive success on the dance, pop and AC charts, toured the world, has been nominated for MTV VMAs, appeared as a judge on American Juniors, a houseguest on The Surreal Life and also managed to find time to have a family and build a strong home life. In 2007 the New Kids reunited and Knight has been on the road again off and on ever since. Through all the ups and downs of a life in show business, Knight has managed to stay true to his innate sense of optimism. And now, as he prepares to release his first solo album in five years, Unfinished, the singer is feeling as giddy and excited about the future as he did when he was a teenager. “One of the reasons the album is titled Unfinished is I’ve been working on it for a year and a half,” he explains. “But it’s also about realizing that even when people countyou out, even when they say you’re finished, you’re not. As long as you’re alive, your life is never finished.You can always learn something new. You can always grow. You can always learn a new craft, a new art,you can always take what you do and breathe new life into it. It’s a hopeful message.”
Knight’s sense of optimism is an innate part of his character, but his business savvy has been earned thehard way through experience. “I’ve been in the music business a long time and what I’ve learned is thatthe only person who is going to watch your back is yourself,” Knight explains. “The person that’s going totake the best care of your project is yourself.” To that end, Knight isn’t taking any chances this timearound. He’s personally involved in every aspect of Unfinished, from writing and producing to partneringwith Marcus Siskind of Mass Appeal Entertainment to launch the record label, JK Music that will release it.“I’m trying to be a business man and a recording artists all at the same time,” Knight explains. Theentrepreneurial spirit runs deep in Knight, but at his core, he’s an artist, and his business plan for successbegins with great songs. “The songs have to be the driving force,” Knight explains. “And I know that Ihave collected some good songs for this album.”
He certainly has. The first single “Let’s Go Higher” is an infectious syncopated dance smash that feelsboth instantly familiar and truly innovative. “I had this cool track and I was looking for a writer to help mefinish the song,” Knight recalls. “I kept saying to myself, ‘Colby O’Donis, Colby O’Donis, Colby O’Donis.’”O’Donis, a young singer and songwriter who toured with the New Kids and made a name for himself bycollaborating with Lady Gaga on the vocals for “Just Dance.” Knight’s team called O’Donis and asked ifhe’d write something for Unfinished. “He said, ‘yeah I could do that for sure but I think I have a song thatJordan may like so I’m going to send that in the meantime,’” Knight recalls. “The song he sent was the firstsingle, ‘Let’s Go Higher.’”
The rest of the album came together with the same kind of casual ease: every time he found himself at acrossroads, Knight just looked to his instincts to guide him. “One More Night,” delivers a primal trancefeel but with the melancholic lyrical overtones of a classic ballad. “I wrote that track with Nasri Atweh(Justin Bieber, Chris Brown, Vanessa Hudgens,)” the singer explains. “He kept saying that everything onthe radio has some hard element, that you’ve gotta have some kind of hip hop element. And then hestarted singing something pretty and I was like, no that’s what we need! You have to let go and let theflow and the emotion take you instead of always following trends because if you think too much with yourhead it’s not heartfelt.”
The album’s title track was another in what Knight describes as many “serendipitous” moments on thisrecord. He scheduled a writing session in Los Angeles with producer Mike Krompass (Nelly Furtado,Natasha Beddingfield, David Archuleta). As he was pulling into Krompass’ driveway he saw songwriterKasia Livingston (Britney Spears, Jessica Simpson, Pussycat Dolls) drive up as well. The two had workedtogether before (Livingston and Donnie Wahlberg wrote the New Kids’ 2008 tune “2 In The Morning”together) but he didn’t know she knew Krompass and he hadn’t anticipated getting to work with heragain. “The skies opened up,” he recalls. “I’m like oh my god I get to hang out with Kasia and write asong?” They were sitting around Krompass’ studio sketching out the song details. They ended up with amidtempo little chord progression, a nugget of an idea, really. “We were thinking we should use myfalsetto with a little bit of a yodel to make it a Jordan Knight signature song,” the singer recalls. “So wemessed around with some melodies and she said ‘Let me sleep on it.’ She came back the next day andsaid, ‘something happened and I think I nailed it.’ I listened once and said, ‘wow, yeah, you did nail it.’”Knight wrote his first Billboard Hot 100 #1 hit song “I’ll Be Your Everything” at the age of 17 for singerTommy Page. After selling over 80 million albums worldwide through the release of 6 group albums,Knight broke from NKOTB to embark on a successful solo career, which produced 4 Top 40 singles. Hiscritically acclaimed debut self‐titled album release in 1999 became RIAA certified gold and produced theBillboard Top 10 single, “Give It To You,” which sold over a million copies and was nominated for BestDance Video at the MTV Video Music Awards. With the 2008 release of The Block, NKOTB’s returned tothe charts once again; the album debuted at #1 on the Billboard Pop Album chart and #2 on the overallTop 200 chart. The group promoted their new release through a sold‐out, 48‐city worldwide tour andfollowing the release of “Unfinished” on May 3rd, Knight will be returning to the road this summer withNKOTB for their highly anticipated co‐headlining 41‐city tour with the Backstreet Boys, which kicks off onJune 2nd in Uncasville, CT at the Mohegan Sun Arena.
Jordan Knight’s path, from boy band leader to solo artist and back again, has been long and storied. Andas he looks forward to the next few months and years, its clear that Knight has a lot on his plate, but hisapproach to it all can be summed up with three key words: “bring it on.” “Life is always blossoming,”Knight explains. “New opportunities and new horizons are always there if you are just open to them. Withthis album, I’m not trying to make a statement, I just want people to enjoy these songs. I want them tofeel each song, whether they dance to it or it makes them sad or it makes them feel energized or inspiredor hopeful or angry. This album is about bringing out the emotion.” Knight has the benefit of approachingthis release with his signature combination of youthful optimism and hard‐earned confidence. “A lot ofpeople record 150 songs for an album,” Knight muses. “That’s great for them, but I’m like, well, my albumhas twelve songs on it and I’ve recorded … twelve songs. I’m on point with this one.”For more information visit www.jordanknight.com or contact:
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On February 25th, Blaze Teen-Nights is throwing the craziest party yet! With a $1000 money drop, sound system that will blow you away, crazy lighting, over a 1000 glow sticks thrown out, and Kirko Bangz live, this is one party YOU cannot miss out on! On the 1s and 2s will be DJ Ebonix from 97.9 and DJ Gaudi playing the hottest House, Dubstep, Top 40, Electro, & Hip Hop Dance/RAVE Mixes!.
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Not much is known about the group Knife Party, yet. Even on their Facebook page no bio or description is given whatsoever, except for the about section stating “Seizure Music”
All we do know is that Knife Party is the new club project of Rob Swire and Gareth McGrillen of the Australian dance band Pendulum. Houston, be ready for KNIFE PARTY!
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There really is very little in the world of music and entertainment that Erick Morillo hasn’t turned his hand to. He’s a platinum-selling artist, he’s topped the charts worldwide as the producer behind Reel 2 Real’s hit “I Like To Move It” (used in both Madagascar movies, reaching millions of viewers worldwide and covered by Will I Am in Madagascar 2) and he’s been responsible for a bewildering array of dance-floor tracks including ‘Reach’, ‘Believe’, ‘Do What You Want’ and ‘I Feel Love’ – under pseudonyms including Ministers De La Funk, The Dronez (with Harry ‘Choo Choo’ Romero and Jose Nunez) and Li’l Mo Ying Yang. He’s remixed everyone from Whitney Houston to Basement Jaxx and continues to run the legendary Subliminal Records house music empire. On his debut album he collaborated with Puff Daddy and Boy George alike. And on his second solo artist album he’s setting his sights even higher: “We’ve already put the message out to Prince and 50 Cent,” says Morillo from his palatial home in Miami, where he has lived for the past four years. “The time is right. Dance music has been received really well, not only by people in clubs but also in the American mainstream. The success of Lady Gaga and Black Eyed Peas means that dance music is being played by MTV. The pendulum has swung back.”
For over a decade now, Erick has remained one of the most in-demand and instantly recognisable DJs in the world. From the instant success of his weekly ‘Sessions’ parties in New York, to hosting events like the annual road-blocking Subliminal Sessions parties in Miami at Winter Music Conference, to his coveted residency at Ministry of Sound (he’s still one of the only American DJs to ever hold one) and of course his now legendary Subliminal Sessions parties at Pacha, Ibiza, he’ll now be celebrating his 13th historic season at the club in 2010. His non-stop DJing schedule has seen him straddling the globe playing up to a whopping 30 gigs a month, particularly in the summer months where he’ll play from Rome and Mykonos to London and – but never far from his weekly Wednesday show at Pacha, Ibiza. He’s also become a familiar television personality through his appearances on MTV and MTV Ibiza two years in a row whilst starring in a seven part series for UK TV station, Channel 4, which followed him around the world to the biggest parties and was aired to millions of viewers.
Raised in Colombia, then New Jersey, Erick was weaned on a musical diet of Latin rhythms, reggae and hip-hop. He started DJing at the age of 11 and after securing himself DJ sets at several local gigs decided to take a studio engineering course at the local Centre of Media Arts… continue reading on http:// www.erickmorillo.com/
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Christopher Mercer, aka Rusko was born in Leeds in 1985 to a musical family. From day dot Rusko was surrounded by music whether it be his families piano’s, guitars, banjo’s and saxophones…or in his later years the heavy reggae and dub sound systems of Leeds, music has always been an integral part of Rusko’s life.
After graduating from Leeds university with a degree in musical performance, Rusko discovered the world of dubstep through SUB DUB and a debut appearance from the “Digital Mystikz”, having spent the past 10 years making future dub alongside Leeds very own Iration Steppas, Rusko connected with the sound and moved down to London to further advance his musical opportunities.
Veering away from the dark, serious side of the sound Rusko bought a highly driven energy and fun approach to the dubstep massive, quickly coining his own take on the genre that infected . His sound appealed to many people outside of the dubstep world as his productions became more adventurous in formula, sound and energy. His huge hit “Cockney Thug” has been played by everyone from Pete Tong, Switch, Diplo and Santogold. And has been remixed by Buraka Som sistema, Diplo, Drop the Lime and the Scratch Perverts.
Now part of the Mad Decent Camp with collaborations on the horizon with the likes of Switch, Diplo , Santigold, Trouble Andrew, Hot Chip and more…the future sure is looking bright. Currently setting the radio airwaves alight with his own productions and remixes of artists such as The Prodigy, Basement Jaxx, Little Boots and plenty more, Rusko is only going in one direction. Onwards, upwards and far beyond any other young producer could dream of.

Richmond Charla on May 22, 2012 1:00 PM : Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston RSS Feed

Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston RSS Feed — Tue, 22 May 2012 18:00:00 +0000

Start Date: May 22, 2012 1:00 PM

End Time:
May 22, 2012 5:30 PM

Mamie George Community Center

1111 Collins Road

Richmond,
TX
77469

Review of In House Design, Pasadena : by raymondth on Citysearch

by raymondth on Citysearch — Sun, 20 May 2012 19:00:10 +0000

I had several companies come out for estimates on Plantation Shutters. Rick let me know about so many options the other companies never even mentioned. He had working samples to help me get the look I wanted. I love the shutters and everyone who comes to my home agrees.

Super Happy Fun Garage Sale! : Events for toppicks

Events for toppicks — Sun, 20 May 2012 19:00:00 +0000

2pm-6pm
Super Happy Fun Garage Sale!
Sunday

Festival de Mayo : Events for toppicks

Events for toppicks — Sun, 20 May 2012 17:00:00 +0000

Festival features vendor booths exhibiting arts, crafts, authentic foods, fun, games, and non-stop live music, celebrating the pageantry, sounds and culture of the Hispanic community.
Show Times & Dates
Sunday, May 20, 2012 from 9am – 7pm

Houston, Texas Weather :: 81F PARTLY CLOUDY : Houston, Texas Weather

Houston, Texas Weather — Sun, 20 May 2012 14:53:00 +0000

PARTLY CLOUDY 81°F

Humidity:: 61%
Wind Speed:: 6 MPH
Wind Direction:: E (110°)
Gusts:: 0.0 MPH
Barometer:: 30.08 in.
Dewpoint:: 66°F
Heat Index:: 83°F
Wind Chill:: 81°F
Visibility:: 10 mi

BBVA Compass names Brian Ching as social media ambassador – Ultimate Montrose : houston social media - Google News

houston social media - Google News — Sun, 20 May 2012 14:34:49 +0000

BBVA Compass names Brian Ching as social media ambassador
Ultimate Montrose
by Sara Glafcke | May 20, 2012 9:13 am Houston Dynamo soccer player Brian Ching has been named as the social media ambassador of BBVA Compass. Ching will use Facebook and Twitter to encourage his followers to contribute to the community service …

Astros History: Doug Brocail’s 2008 Season – The Crawfish Boxes : Houston, Astros - Google News

Houston, Astros - Google News — Sun, 20 May 2012 11:02:24 +0000

Astros History: Doug Brocail's 2008 Season
The Crawfish Boxes
On Wednesday, Houston pitching coach Doug Brocail turned 45. Four short years ago, he was playing in the big leagues, playing for your Astros. How did he do as a 41-year old that season? Well, let's backtrack a minute to talk about the strange, …

RIP, Americans Elect : Charles Kuffner

Charles Kuffner — Sun, 20 May 2012 10:25:38 +0000

It’s official.

Sorry, Duck

After its board met Wednesday to discuss its options, [Americans Elect] released a statement Thursday indicating that it would not change its rules, effectively disqualifying all the candidates from participating in an online nominating convention that was scheduled next month.

The future of the organization, which raised $35 million and spent two years trying to create a new method for nominating a presidential ticket, remains unclear.

“As always, we thank everyone who has helped build this organization and are grateful for the work, efforts, and trust so many people have placed in Americans Elect,” the group said. “We are continuing the Americans Elect mission of creating more choice in our political system, giving candidates unaffiliated with the nominating process of either major party an authentic way to run for office and giving the American people a greater voice in our political process.”

Even as it poured $15 million into the laborious process of getting recognized as a party in each state, Americans Elect did not ignite grass-roots enthusiasm or attract prominent candidates, despite its backing by an array of top political and business leaders.

Maybe the reason for that is that actual grassroots enthusiasm generally starts with actual grassroots activists rallying behind a person or cause they believe in, and not some anonymous millionaires trying to buy it. I’m just saying.

Houston stops helping Louisiana fill beds in its for-profit prisons – NOLA.com : Houston, Texas - Google News

Houston, Texas - Google News — Sun, 20 May 2012 10:05:53 +0000

NOLA.com

Houston stops helping Louisiana fill beds in its for-profit prisons
NOLA.com
The Texas jail, the third-largest in the United States after those in Chicago and Los Angeles, was bursting at the seams. It had the federal Justice Department looking over its shoulder, and it was under enormous pressure to reduce overcrowding.

NetVersant Solutions, LLC Awarded 5 Year Services Contract with Houston … – San Francisco Chronicle (press release) : Houston, Texas - Google News

Houston, Texas - Google News — Sun, 20 May 2012 09:09:33 +0000

NetVersant Solutions, LLC Awarded 5 Year Services Contract with Houston …
San Francisco Chronicle (press release)
City of Houston – Department of Aviation selects NetVersant Solutions, LLC as the Telecommunications Services Provider for the Houston Airport System Houston, Texas (PRWEB) May 20, 2012 NetVersant Solutions, LLC has been awarded a five year contract to …

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Forecast for Today : Houston, Texas Weather

Houston, Texas Weather — Sun, 20 May 2012 09:00:00 +0000

Partly cloudy. Highs in the upper 80s. Southeast winds 10 to 15 mph.