Confidence rises as economy shows signs of life
Americans shrug off unemployment fears as the Conference Board reports a surprise jump in the Consumer Confidence Index to 54.9, led by brighter six month expectations. Yet current conditions stay weak with rising unemployment and housing prices sinking, while the Dow climbs about 2.4 percent in midday trading.
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Gulf Coast Hospice Volunteers Gift Dying Residents Comfort
Gulf Coast Hospice of Houston honors volunteers who sew blankets and pillows for dying patients. Sampson praises being chosen to craft blankets while Chaplain Mary Lewis calls volunteers gifts from God. The program, led by volunteer coordinator Ralph Hawkins, rewards helpers who read, sew, and provide caring presence. contact 713-772-2703 for information.
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Washington announces money for green jobs training
In Denver Vice President Biden along with Secretary Donovan and Secretary Solis unveiled a national program to train workers for green jobs. The plan routes part of Obama's 787 billion stimulus to renovate public housing and create energy efficient dwellings with 4 billion dollars total and 500 million for training grants including 50 million for communities hit by auto industry job losses.
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Robbery Case Update Seeks Public Help
A continued report details a robbery with a suspect described as wearing a white basketball jersey and blue jeans. The victim’s vehicle is a dark grey 1993 Lincoln Town Car with plate CCI696. Police urge the public to call Crime Stoppers at 281-427-TIPS with any information.
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