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Elvis, fishmongers and a Kraken win in a nautical scene for the NHL Winter Classic
Read full article: Elvis, fishmongers and a Kraken win in a nautical scene for the NHL Winter ClassicThe 15th version of the NHL’s Winter Classic had a decidedly local flair as both the Seattle Kraken and Vegas Golden Knights tapped into two of the most well-known aspects of their communities.
Venice Film Festival unveils A-list lineup with ‘Priscilla,’ ‘Ferrari,’ ‘Maestro’ amid strikes
Read full article: Venice Film Festival unveils A-list lineup with ‘Priscilla,’ ‘Ferrari,’ ‘Maestro’ amid strikesBradley Cooper’s Leonard Bernstein drama “Maestro,” Sofia Coppola’s Priscilla Presley movie, Michael Mann’s “Ferrari,” David Fincher’s “The Killer” and Ava DuVernay’s “Origin” will be making their world debuts at the Venice International Film Festival this fall.
When the only way to move your pet is on a private jet
Read full article: When the only way to move your pet is on a private jetGetting a plane out of Hong Kong, where strict COVID-19 policies have slashed flights and sent ticket prices soaring, is hard enough for humans. It was even harder for Elvis, an 11-year-old Shar Pei whose owners recently relocated to Singapore.
'Elvis' and Austin Butler feel the temperature rising
Read full article: 'Elvis' and Austin Butler feel the temperature risingWhen “Elvis” opens in theaters Friday, it will resurrect one of the most iconic figures in American music in the biggest, most bedazzled film to ever try to capture the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll.
Elvis leaving Texas: Rangers deal Andrus to A's for DH Davis
Read full article: Elvis leaving Texas: Rangers deal Andrus to A's for DH DavisFILE - In this March 11, 2020, file photo, Texas Rangers' Elvis Andrus tosses a ball before a spring training baseball game against the San Francisco Giants in Surprise, Ariz. The Rangers traded Andrus to the Oakland Athletics on Saturday, Feb. 6, 2021. Texas sent the 32-year-old Andrus, catcher Aramis Garcia and $13.5 million to the A's for designated hitter Khris Davis, catcher Jonah Heim and right-hander Dane Acker. Young is still the team’s career leader and Andrus is second on the list for games played, at-bats and triples. Davis hit .271 with 15 doubles, 32 homers and 80 RBIs in 79 career games against Texas.
Nick Cordero, Broadway Actor, Dead at 41 After Coronavirus Battle
Read full article: Nick Cordero, Broadway Actor, Dead at 41 After Coronavirus BattleNick Cordero, celebrated Broadway star, died on Sunday following a lengthy hospitalization and numerous health complications due to COVID-19. Kloots shared another update on April 10, asking for her friends and fans' continued support. "We had really great progress and then yesterday I got a phone call saying that he had an infection in his lungs," Kloots shared. On June 3, Kloots shared that the doctors had instructed her to say her goodbyes to Cordero. Later that month, Kloots shared heartbreaking posts about Kloots missing their sons first birthday, and his first steps.
Fort Bend County family creates sanctuary for rescued animals with a large dose of love and humor
Read full article: Fort Bend County family creates sanctuary for rescued animals with a large dose of love and humorHOUSTON – On a very special three-acre patch of land in Fort Bend County, lives a mom, a dad, their five children, and dozens of rescued animals. Erin Mahaffey runs the Mahaffey Funny Farm, a non-profit animal sanctuary, designed to give a second chance to many species. Elvis the pig has become a sort of mascot for the Mahaffey Funny Farm, owner Erin Mahaffey says. It worked and Cankles is another success story at the Mahaffey Funny Farm. Since sharing her animal sanctuary stories on social media, Mahaffey says she’s often getting messages from people looking for assistance.
These Houston-based canines are up for adoption and in need of a good home
Read full article: These Houston-based canines are up for adoption and in need of a good homeThere are dozens of dogs up for adoption right here in Houston. Rex will need time to transition into his new home, so extra steps will need to be taken so he can be successful and settle in. Daisy, Staffordshire bull terrierDaisy is a lovable female Staffordshire bull terrier dog being kept at Pup Squad Animal Rescue. Mouse, American Staffordshire terrier mixMouse is an adorable male American Staffordshire terrier mix currently housed at Brave Bully Rescue. Mouse will need someone who has a fenced yard, has training knowledge or experience and has time to work with him.
Houston History: Elvis rocked Houston before becoming an international sensation
Read full article: Houston History: Elvis rocked Houston before becoming an international sensationOn Nov. 21 1954, Elvis made his Houston debut and performed at Magnolia Gardens. Elvis performing at Magnolia GardensOn Nov. 25, 1954, Elvis and the band were booked at the Paladium. It’s believed the musician performed 13 times in Houston in 1955. Elvis performing at the Houston Livestock Show and RodeoThe era of Elvis came to an end on August 16, 1977 when Elvis died in his home at Graceland. Although Tennessee and Mississippi are mainly associated with the musician, Texas played a vital role in the rise of Elvis Presley.