Tracking COVID In Houston Wastewater + 9/11 Memorials

Houston TX

09 September, 2021

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Happy Friday, Houston! Here's everything you need to know to start today off on an informed note. Here's everything worth knowing around town today. Are you a local business owner or marketer in Houston? Our premium local sponsorships will keep you at the top of inboxes around town every morning. Contact us here for the lowdown. First, today's weather: Clear throughout the day. High: 90 Low: 68. Here are the top stories today in Houston: A suspect in a quadruple homicide in southwest Houston shot himself when he realized police were attempting to arrest him and later died in a hospital. The four victims were members of the suspect's family. (Houston Patch) Houston officials are going down under to track the spread of COVID-19 in the city. Experts are tracking the virus in the city's wastewater, which allows them to pinpoint the location and intensity of the worst outbreaks in the area. (KTRK-TV) It's hard to believe it's been 20 years since the 9/11 terrorist attacks claimed the lives of 2,977 Americans and shook the entire nation. Houston is hosting a number of tributes, commemorations and memorials to remember those who lost their lives on that faithful day. Here are the 9/11 events around the city this weekend. (Houston Patch) As live theater makes a comeback to the stage, Houston has a stellar lineup of performances to attend. Here are nine of the best Houston plays to catch in person in September. (CultureMap Houston) Harris County recently enacted a program offering $100 cash gift cards to residents receiving the vaccine. It increased vaccinations sixfold in the county, and with the success of a San Antonio initiative offering $100 H-E-B gift cards to vaccine recipients, the Houston Chronicle argues Houston should try that, too. (Chron) Today's Houston Daily is brought to you by our friends at Verizon. They're building the fastest 5G network in the country. To learn how 5G is going to change life for you and your community — and to get access to this amazing technology — click here. And thank you Verizon for sponsoring this community resource in Houston! Today in Houston: Customer Appreciation Day — The Flying Biscuit Cafe. (7 a.m.) Barista and Breakfast — Frost Bank. (7:30 a.m.) Houston Astros vs. Los Angeles Angels — Minute Maid Park. (7:10 p.m.) Houston Dash vs. Chicago Red Stars — BBVA Stadium. (7:30 p.m.) Proud Tina — Miller Outdoor Theatre. (8 p.m.) Pitbull in Concert — City of Houston. (8 p.m.) Houston Patch Notebook Houston Astros: "September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. This week the #AstrosFoundation and the #Astros honored children and teenagers currently undergoing treatment for cancer, as well as organizations dedicated to improving the lives of children and teenagers with cancer." (Facebook) Downtown Houston: "Come be In Good Company with the @HoustonBallet. Buy your season tickets for this performance, and many others, today!" (Instagram) Houston Public Media: "The Department of Justice has sued the state of Texas over a new state law that bans abortions after about six weeks before most people realize they are pregnant, all but halting the procedure in the country's second-largest state." (Facebook) Houston Health Department: "As of September 9, 2021, #Houston has a total of 257,535 cases of #COVID19. This includes 1,043 cases dated with the past 14 days that were not included in previous updates, 274 additional backlog cases, and the removal of 88 duplicates." (Facebook) Houston Independent School District: "UPDATED dates for Listen & Learn town halls: https://blogs.houstonisd.org/news/2021/08/31/hisd-superintendent-to-host-town-halls-to-seek-community-feedback/." (Facebook) Did you know you can feature your local business here for just $79/month? Click here to get started. Thanks for following along and staying informed! I'll be back in your inbox tomorrow with another update. If you're feeling these newsletters, consider inviting some of your friends and neighbors to read along. You can send them this link to subscribe. — Jeffrey Perkins About me: Born in San Antonio, I was raised in Arkansas but got back to Texas as soon as I could to attend Texas A&M University, where I earned a bachelor's degree in Telecommunication Media Studies. I started my journalism career as a copy editor at The Eagle in Bryan, Texas, in 2014 and later became the high school sports beat writer for the paper. My seven years at The Eagle strengthened my passion for journalism, and I love getting to know people and telling their stories, both on the field and off. I've seen firsthand the importance of hyper-local journalism in a community, especially in an eventful 2020, when I helped with news coverage and design in addition to my high school athletics beat responsibilities. I joined Patch in 2021 as Texas Field Editor for the Conroe-Montgomery County area. I welcome your questions, comments and story ideas! Please contact me at [email protected] or (479) 264-5801. Have a news tip or suggestion for an upcoming Houston Daily? You can reach me at [email protected].