Featured Could State Create Its Own Gas-Guzzler Tax To Fill Budget Shortfall? (David Pitman – KUHF News, 02/14/2011) As the state battles with the EPA, one idea to help reduce the state’s budget deficit is adding a tax on vehicles that don’t meet the federal fuel economy standards. The Government Effectiveness and Efficiency Report says that could raise tens of…
Title: Annual Tree SaleLocation: Green Bank: 4000 Greenbriar (at US 59), Houston, TX, 77098Link out: Click hereDescription: More than 500 trees will be available for a suggested $10 donation, benefiting non-profit Green Team America (GTA). Varieties will include: Flowering Cherry, Pear and Plum; Magnolia; Red Buds; Crape Myrtle; Cedar Elm; Burr Oak; Chinquapin Oak; Live Oak; Shumar Oak; Chinese Pistache…
Title: Memorial Park Conservancy 4 The Park Fun RunLocation: Memorial ParkLink out: Click hereDescription: The Memorial Park Conservancy, in cooperation with the City of Houston and Houston Parks & Recreation Department, will host its third annual “4 The Park†Fun Run on Saturday, April 2, 2011. The Fun Run will begin with the Kid’s K Run at 8 a.m. and…