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H-E-B, escalator company facing lawsuit after 3-year-old child loses 4 fingers in accident
Read full article: H-E-B, escalator company facing lawsuit after 3-year-old child loses 4 fingers in accidentH-E-B and TK Elevator Corporation (TKE) are facing a lawsuit by a family after a toddler lost four of her fingers in an escalator accident at a Bellaire H-E-B store.
Tap, Pay, and Go: H-E-B rolls out digital payments in Houston
Read full article: Tap, Pay, and Go: H-E-B rolls out digital payments in HoustonH-E-B is rolling out its long-awaited tap-to-pay services across all its stores. H-E-B is rolling out its long-awaited tap-to-pay services across all its stores.
Need to restock your fridge? Kroger, H-E-B offering discounts to Texans recovering from Beryl
Read full article: Need to restock your fridge? Kroger, H-E-B offering discounts to Texans recovering from BerylIn the wake of Hurricane Beryl, Kroger and H-E-B are stepping up to help Texans restock their fridges. Kroger is offering $10 off a $100 purchase through July 23 with their Kroger Plus Card. Meanwhile, H-E-B is providing a 10% discount on all frozen food items, including ice, until July 21 at select locations.
Emergency prep kit for a hurricane: Dollar store vs. grocery store cost comparisons
Read full article: Emergency prep kit for a hurricane: Dollar store vs. grocery store cost comparisonsDiscover the cost-effective way to prepare for a hurricane with this insightful comparison between dollar stores and grocery stores.
H-E-B recalls certain 3-ounce cups of Creamy Creations ice cream for potential metal contamination
Read full article: H-E-B recalls certain 3-ounce cups of Creamy Creations ice cream for potential metal contaminationH-E-B has issued a voluntary recall for 12-count packages of 3-ounce cups of Creamy Creations ice cream in certain flavors for the potential that there could be metal inside.
Several lottery winners announced in the Houston area: Here’s where they purchased their lucky tickets🤑
Read full article: Several lottery winners announced in the Houston area: Here’s where they purchased their lucky tickets🤑Is it us, or are you noticing a lot of lottery winners in the Houston area?
‘Tee off’ in honor of Black media pioneers: Houston Informer Foundation Inc. holds charity golf classic
Read full article: ‘Tee off’ in honor of Black media pioneers: Houston Informer Foundation Inc. holds charity golf classicIt’s time to tee off for a great cause! Houston Informer Foundation Inc.’s “September-2-Remember Charity Golf Classic,” sponsored by H-E-B, is a poignant tribute to the pioneering Black newspaper publishers and history-makers who have left an indelible mark on society.
Cody Jinks, horse and steer shows: All that and more inside the Houston Rodeo on March 13
Read full article: Cody Jinks, horse and steer shows: All that and more inside the Houston Rodeo on March 13Monday at the Rodeo is a great thing for folks who want to avoid the big crowds and still enjoy everything that the massive event has to offer.
Turnpike Troubadours, hypnotist and poultry competition: Inside the Houston Rodeo on March 11
Read full article: Turnpike Troubadours, hypnotist and poultry competition: Inside the Houston Rodeo on March 11Happy weekend! Happy Saturday! Happy Rodeo! If you’re headed out to the Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo today, there’s so much to see and do. of fun if you’re planning to go out to NRG.
Ashley McBryde, lamb and goat championships and so much more: Inside the Houston Rodeo on March 9
Read full article: Ashley McBryde, lamb and goat championships and so much more: Inside the Houston Rodeo on March 9It’s Friday-eve and that means you get the fun of almost-weekend joy and the thinner crowds at the Houston Rodeo today.
First Responders Day, Jason Aldean and more: Inside the Houston Rodeo on March 6
Read full article: First Responders Day, Jason Aldean and more: Inside the Houston Rodeo on March 6It’s Monday! If you’re headed out to the Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo today you’re in for a treat! Here’s a lineup of fun if you’re planning to go out to NRG.
Zac Brown Band, Cowboy church and more: Inside the Houston Rodeo on March 5
Read full article: Zac Brown Band, Cowboy church and more: Inside the Houston Rodeo on March 5It’s SUNDAY! If you’re headed out to the Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo on this beautiful day, you’re in for a weekend treat! Here’s a lineup of fun if you’re planning to go out to NRG.
Walker Hayes and LIVE competitions: Inside the Houston Rodeo on March 4
Read full article: Walker Hayes and LIVE competitions: Inside the Houston Rodeo on March 4Happy Wednesday, y’all. You’re in for a real treat at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo today as it’s a weekday and that means you’re likely to miss the crazy crowds that usually come on the weekends.
Black Heritage Day, Bun B’s Southern Takeover and more: Inside the Houston Rodeo on March 3
Read full article: Black Heritage Day, Bun B’s Southern Takeover and more: Inside the Houston Rodeo on March 3Happy Wednesday, y’all. You’re in for a real treat at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo today as it’s a weekday and that means you’re likely to miss the crazy crowds that usually come on the weekends.
Red, White and Blue Salute and Brooks and Dunn: Inside the Houston Rodeo on March 1
Read full article: Red, White and Blue Salute and Brooks and Dunn: Inside the Houston Rodeo on March 1Happy Wednesday, y’all. You’re in for a real treat at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo today as it’s a weekday and that means you’re likely to miss the crazy crowds that usually come on the weekends.
PHOTOS: H-E-B opens first multilevel store on the lakeside in Austin with indoor bar, coffee shop
Read full article: PHOTOS: H-E-B opens first multilevel store on the lakeside in Austin with indoor bar, coffee shopH-E-B has opened a two-story on the lakeside in Austin this week, becoming the first multilevel store in that city.
LIST: Houston-area grocery stores open, closed Christmas weekend
Read full article: LIST: Houston-area grocery stores open, closed Christmas weekendLuckily some Houston-area stores will be open on Christmas Eve for that final rush, whether you need that final ingredient, or need to pick up a whole meal, or even a Christmas gift
Which stores are open, closed on Thanksgiving? Check our list!
Read full article: Which stores are open, closed on Thanksgiving? Check our list!It’s not every day that you prepare a feast as big as a Thanksgiving dinner, so it’s easy to forget something. Half-and-half. Butter. That pesky can of cranberry sauce.
City Wide Club of Houston in need of 1,500 more volunteers, 10,000 turkeys ahead of 44th annual Super Feast
Read full article: City Wide Club of Houston in need of 1,500 more volunteers, 10,000 turkeys ahead of 44th annual Super FeastThe cost to gather around the Thanksgiving table is costlier this year, although estimates suggest record inflation may be on the decline.
Buy groceries, get a physical: This Houston H-E-B location has a fully-functioning primary care clinic
Read full article: Buy groceries, get a physical: This Houston H-E-B location has a fully-functioning primary care clinicThis year, students 12 and older will have a new option on where they can go to get an exam at the H-E-B Wellness Primary Clinic, located at 9745 Katy Freeway at Bunker Hill. The clinic is located within the same complex as its store.
CHECK YOUR FREEZERS: H-E-B issues recall for Creamy Creations Light Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream due to mislabeling
Read full article: CHECK YOUR FREEZERS: H-E-B issues recall for Creamy Creations Light Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream due to mislabelingH-E-B announced Monday that it’s issuing a voluntary recall for the half-gallon of H-E-B Creamy Creations Light Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream due to an undeclared allergen.
Exclusive Interview: Secret Stories of Houston
Read full article: Exclusive Interview: Secret Stories of HoustonWednesday is July 13rd, also know as 7-1-3 day in Houston. Wednesday at 3:00 p.m. on Houston Life we’re celebrating a trifecta that makes Houston magical. See what happens when Aussie Melanie Camp visits Buc-ee’s for the first time, or strolls the aisles of H-E-B. Plus she dines at Whataburger with a couple that is collectively 178 years old. They’ve made it their daily ritual to eat at the restaurant. They’ve been there over 1,000 times. That’s all Wednesday at 3:00 p.m. on KPRC 2.
Hepatitis A outbreak may be linked to organic strawberries, FDA says
Read full article: Hepatitis A outbreak may be linked to organic strawberries, FDA saysOrganic strawberries sold at major chains including H-E-B, Kroger, Walmart, Sprouts Farmers Market, and Trader Joe’s may be linked to an outbreak of Hepatitis A, the Food and Drug Administration said.
H-E-B commits $500,000, launches donation campaign to support victims of Uvalde school shooting
Read full article: H-E-B commits $500,000, launches donation campaign to support victims of Uvalde school shootingAfter the devastating elementary school shooting in Uvalde, Texas Tuesday morning, H-E-B announced a $50,000 donation to help the victims and their families.
Houston mom creates crowdsourcing map to help parents find baby formula amid shortage. Here’s how it works
Read full article: Houston mom creates crowdsourcing map to help parents find baby formula amid shortage. Here’s how it worksA Houston mom is helping parents find baby formula during a nationwide shortage.
H-E-B to hand out 250,000 reusable bags on Earth Day
Read full article: H-E-B to hand out 250,000 reusable bags on Earth DayBeginning at 1 p.m. on April 22, customers who visit any H-E-B, Central Market, Joe V’s Smart Shop and Mi Tienda in Texas are eligible to receive a complimentary Earth Day bag made from recycled plastic bottles. Bags will be distributed while supplies last.
FREE ADMISSION to this Houston museum as it honors Ruth Bader Ginsburg’s birthday over spring break
Read full article: FREE ADMISSION to this Houston museum as it honors Ruth Bader Ginsburg’s birthday over spring breakJust in time for spring break, Holocaust Museum Houston will host a free admission day on Tuesday, March 15, in honor of what would have been Ruth Bader Ginsburg’s (RBG) 89th birthday.
‘H-E-B Guy’ Scott McClelland confirms upcoming retirement as president of supermarket chain
Read full article: ‘H-E-B Guy’ Scott McClelland confirms upcoming retirement as president of supermarket chainScott McClelland, the charismatic and lovable “H-E-B Guy,” has confirmed to KPRC 2 that he is stepping down as president of the supermarket chain.
This Midwest-based grocery store says they’re staying away from Texas due to competition
Read full article: This Midwest-based grocery store says they’re staying away from Texas due to competitionAn Iowa-based grocery store said they’re planning to expand outside the Midwestern U.S. by heading south, but they’re avoiding the Lone Star State.
6th annual Year of Joy Event provides ice skating party for more than 100 underserved children in Houston
Read full article: 6th annual Year of Joy Event provides ice skating party for more than 100 underserved children in HoustonOne hundred underserved children enjoyed a free ice skating party at the 6th annual H-E-B Year of Joy Event Tuesday afternoon.
Here’s what you need to know about 72nd Annual H-E-B Thanksgiving Day Parade
Read full article: Here’s what you need to know about 72nd Annual H-E-B Thanksgiving Day ParadeMayor Sylvester Turner announced the details of the city’s 72nd Annual H-E-B Thanksgiving Day Parade since the COVID-19 pandemic on Monday.
Volunteers needed: City of Houston seeking balloon handlers, parade marshals among several positions for 2021 H-E-B Thanksgiving Parade
Read full article: Volunteers needed: City of Houston seeking balloon handlers, parade marshals among several positions for 2021 H-E-B Thanksgiving ParadeThe City of Houston is wants you to volunteer for the 72nd Annual H-E-B Thanksgiving Parade taking place on Thanksgiving Day.
The results are in: These 4 Texas brands won H-E-B’s statewide search for the best new products
Read full article: The results are in: These 4 Texas brands won H-E-B’s statewide search for the best new productsA panel of judges reviewed 1,200 products -- everything from books to beignets -- vying for glory in H-E-B’s annual search for the Lone Star State’s best new merchandise.
PHOTOS: Can you believe this is H-E-B? Transformed beauty section with a runway debuts in-store
Read full article: PHOTOS: Can you believe this is H-E-B? Transformed beauty section with a runway debuts in-storeH-E-B is offering shoppers a new experience when it comes to picking up cosmetics and personal care items in store.
Smells like Texas spirit: Beloved Texas grocer selling butter tortilla-scented candles
Read full article: Smells like Texas spirit: Beloved Texas grocer selling butter tortilla-scented candlesTexans’ cultish love for H-E-B is an unparalleled romance for the ages. Time after time, whether it be its response to a statewide disaster or merely the release of a quirky new Texas-inspired product, the Lone Star State’s beloved grocery chain has upheld it’s snappy slogan,”No Store Does More.” Now, H-E-B’s upped its game once again, unveiling a wacky product we never knew we needed but now can’t conceive of living without: A butter tortilla-scented candle.
In the Kitchen with H‑E‑B: Mouthwatering dishes for a Texas-sized appetite
Read full article: In the Kitchen with H‑E‑B: Mouthwatering dishes for a Texas-sized appetiteH‑E‑B has taken us on a world tour with recipes from around the globe in celebration of the start of the Summer Olympics. Now we’re bringing it back home to the Lone Star State - which is where many of us will be watching Team USA (and the many Texans who made it to Tokyo) go for gold.
In the Kitchen with H‑E‑B: Beer brats with a boost of flavor you’ll love
Read full article: In the Kitchen with H‑E‑B: Beer brats with a boost of flavor you’ll loveFiring up the grill with a cold beer in hand may be a routine for some this summer. Today’s recipe from H‑E‑B, will add a boost of flavor to your next cookout.
In the Kitchen with H‑E‑B: Create a delicious dinner with this recipe for butter chicken with cauli rice
Read full article: In the Kitchen with H‑E‑B: Create a delicious dinner with this recipe for butter chicken with cauli riceWith two days until the opening ceremony of the Tokyo Olympics, we’re continuing to dive into gold medal worthy dishes from around the world.
H‑E‑B Olympic Cooking Connection World Tour: Learn how to make delicious shrimp diabolo pasta
Read full article: H‑E‑B Olympic Cooking Connection World Tour: Learn how to make delicious shrimp diabolo pastaThe Olympics are a celebration of countries and competition and while the battle for a spot on the medal stand will be intense, you can easily enjoy a taste of the different nations at the Games in your own home.
Tyson ready-to-eat chicken, some H-E-B products recalled due to possible listeria contamination
Read full article: Tyson ready-to-eat chicken, some H-E-B products recalled due to possible listeria contaminationH-E-B announced the removal of certain products in its stores after Tyson Foods Inc. recalled nearly 8.5 million pounds of ready-to-eat chicken products that were possibly contaminated with listeria.
Need a job? H-E-B is offering big incentives for 150 full-time entry-level warehouse positions
Read full article: Need a job? H-E-B is offering big incentives for 150 full-time entry-level warehouse positionsTexas-based HEB is looking to hire 150 full-time employees right now as selectors in its warehouse on the northwest side of Houston. Like hundreds of other employers, HEB is sweetening the pot.
H-E-B announces free curbside pickup for orders over $35 at all Texas stores
Read full article: H-E-B announces free curbside pickup for orders over $35 at all Texas storesH-E-B announced Monday that it will no longer charge the $4.95 fee for curbside pickup orders with a minimum purchase of $35 at its stores across Texas.
Get an inside look at the Spring Nutcracker Market opening today after COVID hiatus
Read full article: Get an inside look at the Spring Nutcracker Market opening today after COVID hiatusAfter having to cancel all events in 2020, the Houston Ballet’s Spring Nutcracker Market is back and ready to welcome shoppers.
Going to San Antonio soon, H-E-B employees? The zoo is offering grocer’s employees free admission, discounts for guests
Read full article: Going to San Antonio soon, H-E-B employees? The zoo is offering grocer’s employees free admission, discounts for guestsThe San Antonio Zoo is celebrating the hard work of H-E-B employees with an opportunity to unwind after a wild year. As a part of its H-E-B Partners Appreciation Week, the zoo is offering H-E-B employees free admission from March 20-28. Additionally, each employee can receive 50% off standard admission for up to four guests on the day of their visit. To redeem the offer, the San Antonio Zoo requires current H-E-B employees to present a valid and current H-E-B ID. “H-E-B has also been a longtime supporter of San Antonio Zoo and by sponsoring our additional hand sanitizing stations through this pandemic has helped us to operate in the most safe way possible.”
H-E-B, Kroger to continue enforcing mask mandate for employees, despite Abbott’s order
Read full article: H-E-B, Kroger to continue enforcing mask mandate for employees, despite Abbott’s orderGreg Abbott announced Tuesday that starting March 10, business capacity limits and the state’s mask mandate would be lifted. H-E-B and Kroger responded to Abbott’s executive order saying they will continue to require all employees to wear masks while encouraging customers to do the same. We encourage all customers visiting our stores to continue to wear a mask to protect themselves, those around them, and our associates. As an essential service provider during the pandemic, H-E-B is focused on the health and safety of our Partners and customers. Additionally, we will still require all our partners and vendors to wear masks while at work.”H-E-B has largely required customers to wear a mask in its stores since last summer.
This rich red bottle is said to hold a dark and mysterious secret which can change your destiny
Read full article: This rich red bottle is said to hold a dark and mysterious secret which can change your destinySome of us have deep, dark secrets – and this week’s Houston Life Wine Club, poured by H-E-B has some secrets too! The winemaker says, “Just like wine, Tarot is always whispering to you. Sip a glass of wine along with Courtney and DerrickNext Wednesday, March 3rd will be our next virtual Wine Club tasting. We’ll feature the McBride Sister’s, ‘Black Girl Magic’ wine collection. “Black Girl Magic is more than a phrase.
H-E-B donates $1 million to Texas food banks to help those in need after winter storm
Read full article: H-E-B donates $1 million to Texas food banks to help those in need after winter stormHOUSTON – H-E-B is going above and beyond to make sure Texans have food on their table by donating $1 million to food banks across Texas. According to a news release, working directly with food banks affiliated with Feeding Texas, H-E-B’s donation will support 18 food banks throughout the state. So far, the Texas grocery chain has donated 23 truckloads of food and $100,000 in Meal Simple meals to food banks, per the release. H-E-B also responded to the ongoing water crisis in Texas by partnering with Zen Water and Florida-based Publix, who each donated 10 truckloads of water to Texas food banks this week. All donations will support Texas food banks with Feeding Texas.
Thousands flock to food, water giveaways across Houston area
Read full article: Thousands flock to food, water giveaways across Houston areaRICHMOND, Texas – Thousands showed up to community food and water giveaways in Rosenberg, Richmond and Missouri City Wednesday. Some waited for hours to make sure they would get some food and water. The need for food and water still so great for many Houston area families. They depend on these food giveaways and say this is saving lives. Boys and Girls Club will also host several more giveaways this week.
This Texas H-E-B allowed customers to pick out groceries for free during winter freeze
Read full article: This Texas H-E-B allowed customers to pick out groceries for free during winter freezeThe H-E-B logo is seen at a store in Houston on March 16, 2020. AUSTIN, Texas – An Austin-area H-E-B lost power during the historic winter storm last week, allowing customers to leave the store without paying for groceries. A Facebook post from Tim Hennessy went viral nationwide, praising the Texas grocery chain for their generosity. Today, Deb and I went to our local grocery store called: H.E.B. Must be all hands on deck.”Reaching to the end of the checkout line, an H-E-B employee asked if Hennessy had any alcohol in their cart.
H-E-B adjusts store hours due to severe winter weather
Read full article: H-E-B adjusts store hours due to severe winter weatherNew H-E-B in KerrvilleHOUSTON – With the winter storm events throughout Texas, H-E-B will temporarily reduce our store hours of operation at all H-E-B, Joe V’s Smart Shop, Mi Tienda and Central Market stores across the Greater Houston, the company announced Monday night. Here is the modified schedule:H-E-B – Thursday: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.Joe V’s Smart Shop – Wednesday as early as 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.Mi Tienda – Thursday: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.Central Market – Thursday: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.Friday: TBD
Kroger reduces store hours ahead of major winter storm
Read full article: Kroger reduces store hours ahead of major winter stormKroger announced plans to reduce operating hours at store locations across Texas as a major winter storm rolls toward the state. All 109 Kroger store locations in the Greater Houston Area and SW Louisiana will operate with amended hours:Sunday, February 14: All stores closing at 8pmMonday, February 15: All stores opening at 9amSan Antonio-based grocery chain H-E-B also reduced its hours in anticipation of severe winter weather. AdThe storm is bringing freezing rain and cold temperatures to many parts of Texas over the next several days. The National Weather Service issued winter storm warnings or watches for most Texas counties. The Houston area was forecast to have its coldest temperatures in 30 years.
H-E-B named one of the top 10 best places to work in 2021
Read full article: H-E-B named one of the top 10 best places to work in 2021Beloved Texas grocer H-E-B was recently named Grocer of the Year by industry publication Grocery Dive and in another recent report it was ranked the nation’s second-best grocer. The San Antonio-based supermarket chain is No.10 on online job-search company Glassdoor’s 2021 list of the 100 Best Places to Work. AdGlassdoor’s 100 best places to work list features employers across a range of industries, including technology, health care, biotech and pharmaceuticals, retail, travel and tourism, consulting and finance. Several other Texas companies claimed spots on Glassdoor’s 100 Best Places to Work list, including Dallas-based Southwest Airlines (No. “A mission-driven culture, transparent leadership, and career opportunities are always hallmarks of Best Places to Work winners.
EDITORIAL: KPRC 2, Texas Southern University honor Black History Month
Read full article: EDITORIAL: KPRC 2, Texas Southern University honor Black History MonthHOUSTON – KPRC 2 has partnered with Texas Southern University’s School of Communication to celebrate 28 days of Black history in Houston. There will also be stories in Houston Life that highlight Black history and Voices of Houston profiles that put a spotlight on important figures in the community. Special thanks go to the historically black university and the students, as well as H-E-B for their sponsorship.
This grocer knocked out H-E-B as 2020′s top grocer, report shows
Read full article: This grocer knocked out H-E-B as 2020′s top grocer, report shows(AP Photo/David Zalubowski, File)HOUSTON – Climbing two spots, Amazon is the nation’s top grocery store, according to a recent report by Dunnhumby, a global consumer science company. The e-commerce giant beat out Texas-based H-E-B, who came in second, followed by Trader Joe’s in third. Amazon’s success is attributed to the company’s ability to be “best positioned for momentum during the pandemic and long-term success for the future,” per the report. The study credit Amazon’s ability to be safe and fast amid the COVID-19 pandemic as keys to growth and stability. “The distance between Amazon and the second-place retailer on COVID Momentum and safety is much wider than the distance between second place and the rest of the pack.”
Man accused of taking cellphone photos up women’s skirts at H-E-B in Pearland, police say
Read full article: Man accused of taking cellphone photos up women’s skirts at H-E-B in Pearland, police sayMan accused of taking photos up women's skirts at an HEB in Pearland, according to police. PEARLAND, Texas – A man is accused of taking cellphone photos up women’s skirts at an H-E-B in Pearland, according to the police department. The incident was reported around 5:30 p.m. Wednesday at the H-E-B location on 2710 Pearland Pkwy. Police released surveillance photos of the suspect in hopes of leading to the identification of the man. Anyone with information is asked to call the Pearland Police department at 281-997-4249 or email rpaquette@pearlandtx.gov, or send the department a message on Facebook.
H-E-B owners rank No. 15 on Forbes’ list of richest families in America
Read full article: H-E-B owners rank No. 15 on Forbes’ list of richest families in AmericaThe Butt family, owners of Texas-based grocery store H-E-B, rank among America’s wealthiest families in 2020, according to a list compiled by Forbes. 15 out of 50 of the richest families in the U.S., all worth at least $7.3 billion. According to Forbes, the family behind H-E-B is worth $17.8 billion, up from $11 billion five years ago, according to My San Antonio. Forbes’ last ranking of “America’s Richest Families,” curated in 2016, put the Butt family at the No. From 2016 to 2020, H-E-B experienced an approximate increase of $8 billion in revenue.
Eligible Texans can’t get answers about the COVID-19 vaccine. It’s not clear who — if anyone — has them.
Read full article: Eligible Texans can’t get answers about the COVID-19 vaccine. It’s not clear who — if anyone — has them.A nurse pricked a dose of Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine into his left arm and state officials and hospital staff in the room applauded. State officials would allocate an appropriate number of vaccine doses to providers, such as pharmacies, doctor’s offices, hospitals and medical clinics. State officials estimated there were 1.9 million Texans eligible in that first tier. “Vaccine is not sitting on hospital shelves.”Vague messaging from state health officials left Texans who were desperate to get vaccinated without clear answers of where and how they schedule a vaccination. “The number of doses administered is higher than what’s indicated.”Technical errors are just one facet of Texas’ vaccine struggles.
Doctor unable to get coronavirus vaccine at his hospital turns to pharmacy for shot
Read full article: Doctor unable to get coronavirus vaccine at his hospital turns to pharmacy for shotHOUSTON – A doctor who has been treating coronavirus patients said his hospital has not offered him the vaccine, so he decided to head to a pharmacy to get the shot. Dr. Lance Blau has diabetes, and his wife, Emily, is 19-weeks pregnant. They said they wanted to get the COVID-19 vaccine as quickly as possible since they are both in the high risk categories. “To be honest, we were both shocked and frustrated… I mean he works with COVID patients every day,” Emily Blau said. You have to have a number of people taking the vaccine within a six-hour period to make it work,” Emily Blau said.
Houston Methodist will soon start notifying patients to set up vaccine appointments
Read full article: Houston Methodist will soon start notifying patients to set up vaccine appointmentsHOUSTON – Houston area hospitals and clinics that offer COVID-19 vaccinations are currently evaluating how to prioritize patients who qualify to receive a vaccine under Phase 1B of the state’s rollout. “Phase 1B can be interpreted differently by different people. Houston Methodist said Thursday certain patients will soon start getting notifications to schedule appointments for their coronavirus shot. Officials said they will soon start notifying patients via a text message in the following order:Patients who are 75 or older. On Wednesday, the Texas Department of State Health Services said vaccine providers can begin administering the vaccine to people in Phase 1B.
H-E-B recognized as ‘Grocer of the Year’ for adaptability amid coronavirus pandemic
Read full article: H-E-B recognized as ‘Grocer of the Year’ for adaptability amid coronavirus pandemicIn light of a chaotic year, Texas grocery giant H-E-B is being recognized for its adaptability and emergency preparedness in response to the coronavirus pandemic. H-E-B has been named “Grocer of the Year” by Grocery Dive, an industry publication, KPRC 2′s sister-station KSAT reports. As the pandemic continues and the number of cases across Texas increases, H-E-B continues towards keeping its shelves well-stocked for shoppers. The publication also recognized the Texas-based grocer’s early emergency preparedness beginning in January before the coronavirus became a major issue in the U.S. Click here for the full report from Grocery Dive.
H-E-B says it will administer coronavirus vaccine when it becomes available
Read full article: H-E-B says it will administer coronavirus vaccine when it becomes availableHOUSTON – H-E-B will be one of the places where you can get the coronavirus vaccine when it becomes available. The Texas-based grocer said Thursday that its pharmacies will partner with federal and state governments to provide the vaccine to the general public. A federal panel voted this week to make the first doses of the vaccine available to health care workers and long-term care facility residents. Some experts have said it may be spring or summer before the vaccine is widely available to the general public. According to the CDC, doses of the vaccine purchased with taxpayer money will be given to people at no cost.