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MABANK — Mabank resident Linda Smith was without power for several hours after winds reaching 90 mph ripped through East Texas.Smith is one of thousands affected by the storm, with the power outage destroying everything in her family's refrigerator and freezer and her son's medical condition requiring electrical appliances, adding further stress to the family.With the extended power outages affecting residents like Smith, some for more than 48 hours, Mabank Mayor Randy Teague asked Brookshire Grocery to help, and the company quickly rolled out a community kitchen on Thursday. Within the first 30 minutes, more than 100 residents drove up…
thank you for reading! Don't miss out on this great opportunity To enjoy this article and others, get standard digital access $1 for 6 months Already a subscriber? Log in Gloria Molina's daughter, Valentina Martinez, enjoys a meal during the renaming ceremony of LA Plaza Cocina on Thursday, May 30, 2024, in Los Angeles. The renaming was in honor of her mother, the late Rep. Gloria Molina, who was a county supervisor and city council member. The museum, dedicated to Mexican cuisine, was renamed LA Cocina de Gloria Molina. (Photo by Hans Gutknecht, Los Angeles Daily News/SCNG) A dedication ceremony…
A dedication ceremony took place downtown on a chilly Thursday, May 30, during which the small plaza and its spacious “teaching kitchen” were renamed LA Cocina de Gloria Molina (literally, “Gloria Molina's Kitchen”). The late Los Angeles County Supervisor Molina would have been delighted to be honored the day before her 76th birthday. Located just a short walk from the famed Basilica of Our Lady of the Angels, the teaching kitchen and multipurpose event space is known as LA Plaza Cocina and is part of the nonprofit LA Plaza de Cultura y Artes, an affiliated museum of the Smithsonian Institution.…
As they complete the final phase of their facility expansion, Matt Talbot Kitchen & Outreach (MTKO) will host an open house and dinner for guests, volunteers and community members tonight, May 30th, from 5:30-6:30pm.This project marks the completion of the company's relocation to North 27th Street, which began in 2010. The latest additions include an extension to the north side of the existing facility, a three-car garage and a new “Welcome Home Shop” for new customers.The new garage will house the agency's vehicles, which it uses to transport clients and assist them with moving, as well as donated furniture.A view…
The world is full of risk prediction algorithms. Algorithms tell lenders whether a borrower is likely to default on their loans. Colleges use algorithms to predict which applicants will not graduate. Doctors use algorithms to advise patients about health concerns. Risk assessment algorithms are used to predict the likelihood that an offender will reoffend. All these algorithms have one thing in common: they rely on data. This is what prompted Julian Nyarko, a professor at Stanford Law School and associate director of the Stanford Institute for Human-Centered AI, to study the effectiveness of risk-based predictive models. The question at stake…
I'll be honest, orange is my least favorite color. But everywhere I look I see shades, tones, and hues of orange. From fiery orange to soft peach, Pantone seems to have had a thing for orange in their predictions, especially this summer. Kitchenware is no exception. It's hard to admit, but the new, just-released products from brands like Yeti, Le Creuset, Baggu, and Hearth & Hand with Magnolia are slowly winning me over with their orange-inspired designs. So much so that some (or maybe all) of the new products below are now in my shopping cart, and they're perfect for…
EMILY WAY/TASTE OF HOME EMILY WAY/TASTE OF HOME Pros: Durable, thick glass top Ample packing material means no disappointing deliveries Simple assembly Easy to clean Inexpensive Some of the best dining room tables come with glass tops, which makes them easy to clean and maintain — especially in messy homes. After moving into my very small apartment, I had to find an attractive table that was easy to clean — and fit more than two people. We love to host, even though we may share a dedicated living room and dining area. The Baudette dining table was everything I needed. It’s…
With the short, cold days of winter firmly in the rearview mirror, summer is the time to make the most of fresh, in-season produce and bring friends and family together for outdoor gatherings. As the weather warms up and the days get longer, our parties are moving outside, from summer picnics and beach outings to backyard barbecues, dinner parties and pool parties. Here, we’ve rounded up the best kitchen tools for summer entertaining, all of which have been rigorously tested by our team of culinary professionals. Whether you’re hosting a backyard pizza party, looking to impress with a homemade pie…
BestReviews is reader supported and may earn affiliate commissions. Learn more. Your grilled food will be perfect Summer is just around the corner. Get ready for grilling season by upgrading your accessories. If you're not sure where to start, start with tools that will make grilling easier. For example, you can use a high-tech scrubber for convenient cleaning or get a caddy to keep your tools close at hand. You can also upgrade the area around your grill to give your guests a more comfortable experience. A mini fridge for your patio is perfect for this purpose. If you're still…
When the young family approached Austin design firm Alice Arterberry Arterbury Cook Danny Spears Captex Constructionthey were looking to transform a five-bedroom, five-bathroom house in Austin into their dream home, and they were clear about three things: it needed to feel cozy, warm and lived-in.”We wanted the design to reflect a timeless, classic look,” says Alice, “something that would feel modern and fresh without feeling dated too quickly.”The result? A home that “exudes sophistication and elegance, while being infused with the character and charm found throughout Austin homes,” she adds.Here are 12 Home Decor Ideas I'm going to bookmark this…