This year, the month of June has been designated as Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month. When people think of being healthy, they think of their external physical health. However, officials with the Alzheimer’s Association want to remind everyone that mental health is just as important. Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month began to bring attention to…

The Coastal Bend is one of the top tourism destinations in the State of Texas. This is largely due to our region’s many historical, cultural, and coastal attractions. With the summer travel season underway, I would like to spend some time discussing the different components of the tourism industry in our region. Today, I want…

In this week’s article, I would like to remind everyone of the importance of being prepared for the upcoming storm and hurricane season. When storms and hurricanes make landfall, they can affect the lives of thousands of Texans along the coast and across the state. As storm and hurricane season continues, being prepared, being aware…

Historic preservation is about people and places. It is about our connection to the places that are special to us all. It is an effective tool for managing growth and development, revitalizing neighborhoods, fostering local pride, and maintaining community character while enhancing livability. May is recognized as Historic Preservation Month to highlight the importance of…

Each year, May is designated as National Mental Health Awareness Month. This awareness month began to educate communities about mental health conditions and provide support, along with resources, to those individuals living with mental illness. Millions across the country are affected by mental illness each year. According to the Texas Statewide Behavioral Health Coordinating Council,…