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Houston (i/ˈhjuːstən/ HYOO-stən) is the most populous city in Texas and the fourth most populous city in the United States. With a census-estimated 2014 population of 2.239 million people, within a land area of 599.6 square miles (1,553 km2), it also is the largest city in the Southern United States, as well as the seat of Harris County. It is the principal city of Houston–The Woodlands–Sugar Land, which is the fifth most populated metropolitan area in the United States.
Houston was founded in 1836 on land near the banks of Buffalo Bayou (now known as Allen's Landing) and incorporated as a city on June 5, 1837. The city was named after former General Sam Houston, who was president of the Republic of Texas and had commanded and won at the Battle of San Jacinto 25 miles (40 km) east of where the city was established. The burgeoning port and railroad industry, combined with oil discovery in 1901, has induced continual surges in the city's population. In the mid-twentieth century, Houston became the home of the Texas Medical Center—the world's largest concentration of healthcare and research institutions—and NASA's Johnson Space Center, where the Mission Control Center is located.
Houston is an Amtrak intercity train station in Houston
The present Houston station, which opened on October 26, 1959, was built by the Southern Pacific Railroad to replace Grand Central Station, which was just east of the present station. That station operated from September 1, 1934 until the property was sold to the U.S. Government in 1959 to become the site of the Houston main post office. Grand Central Station had replaced the original Houston & Texas Central depot of 1886. When Amtrak was created it was one of two stations in Houston that served Amtrak trains, the other being Union Station, now part of Minute Maid Park. All Amtrak trains moved to Southern Pacific Station by the end of July 1974, and all trains were canceled or rerouted out of Houston except the Sunset Limited. This station continued to be owned and operated by the Southern Pacific Railroad after the creation of Amtrak, and has been owned and operated by the Union Pacific Railroad since the merger of Southern Pacific and Union Pacific.
"Houston (Means I'm One Day Closer to You)" is a song written by Larry Gatlin and recorded by American country music group Larry Gatlin & the Gatlin Brothers Band. It was released in September 1983 as the first single from the album "Greatest Hits Vol. II" then included to first track of "Not Guilty" (1984). "Houston (Means I'm One Day Closer to You)" was the group's third and last number one on the country chart. The single went to number one for two weeks and spent a total of fifteen weeks on the country chart.
The director and executive producer are both from Houston and are hoping to premiere the movie here later this year.
Huge shoutout to our Houston Region for hosting an incredible 2023 Action Week! Each day was spent #DeeplyRooted in our Core Values with activities centered around Team, Learning, Excellence, Caring, and Fun. Many teammates were honored with Core Value awards and promotions as we traveled around our North and South Houston regions - tie dying t-shirts, relaxing in zen dens, making smoothies, and dancing together during bubble parties. Our Leadership Dinner was a memorable evening, as we celebrated the remarkable efforts of our teammates. A heartfelt thank you to each of the leaders and teammates who joined us and truly made it special. Houston has come so far as a region, but this is just the beginning! #ActionBehaviorCenters #ABCActionWeek #TeamAction #ActionBehaviorCenters #AskMeAbou...
Watch every goal, every save live on ABC, ESPN, ESPN+, ESPN Deportes, Prime Video, ION, Paramount+, CBS Sports Network, CBS and NWSL+ this season!
Houston Movie Director and Executive Producer team up to create amazing action film all shot in the bayou city!
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A short video from the President of the Houston Renewable Energy Group explaining why climate action is important, how you can learn more about the plan, and get involved in sustainability efforts in Houston. To learn more, please visit: http://greenhoustontx.gov/climateactionplan/ Our Mission Empowering all people to adopt renewable energy through education and community engagement. Our Vision Promoting a secure and sustainable energy future with renewables. Find us online at: http://houstonrenewableenergy.org/ Music: Escape The World Site: https://icons8.com/music/
Gabriel, a retired demon bounty hunter, returns to the dark land when his deceased wife's prophecy comes true that "four angels will come to destroy mankind", only to find a mysterious fifth angel that he must protect from a vicious demon horde. Cast:Nicola Posener, Houston Rhines, Michael Madsen, Eric Roberts Director:Ali Zamani #demon #Action #scifi #bountyhunter #actionmovie
Houston (i/ˈhjuːstən/ HYOO-stən) is the most populous city in Texas and the fourth most populous city in the United States. With a census-estimated 2014 population of 2.239 million people, within a land area of 599.6 square miles (1,553 km2), it also is the largest city in the Southern United States, as well as the seat of Harris County. It is the principal city of Houston–The Woodlands–Sugar Land, which is the fifth most populated metropolitan area in the United States.
Houston was founded in 1836 on land near the banks of Buffalo Bayou (now known as Allen's Landing) and incorporated as a city on June 5, 1837. The city was named after former General Sam Houston, who was president of the Republic of Texas and had commanded and won at the Battle of San Jacinto 25 miles (40 km) east of where the city was established. The burgeoning port and railroad industry, combined with oil discovery in 1901, has induced continual surges in the city's population. In the mid-twentieth century, Houston became the home of the Texas Medical Center—the world's largest concentration of healthcare and research institutions—and NASA's Johnson Space Center, where the Mission Control Center is located.