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Although the price for a barrel of oil returned to $50.43 in January, Jankowski said the energy industry is unlikely to fill positions that were lost in the layoffs. “The damage has already been done; we ve already seen so many layoffs in the oil and gas industry,” Jankowski said. “We re not going to see a significant uptick in hiring. If there s demand for more oil, the industry is going to handle it just by taking their existing workforce and giving them overtime or pushing a little bit harder.” Comparatively, several white-collar sectors have recovered completely from the pandemic, including finance and insurance; utilities; and professional, scientific and technical services, Jankowski said. However, data for Harris County showed nail salons, barbershops, mechanics, hotels, and the arts, entertainment and recreation industry have not yet reached 50% recovery from the pandemic. ....
Funderburk to run for Humble mayor Written by Community Reports Published: 08 February 2021 Norman Funderburk of Humble has announced his candidacy for the position of mayor of the City of Humble in the election set for May 1, 2021. “I believe that my track record of service in the community speaks to the level of pride, dedication and commitment that I have for the city I love and for its citizens. I have a servant’s heart and want to have a positive impact and make a difference for our community,” Funderburk said in launching his campaign. Funderburk was first elected to Humble City Council in 2014, re-elected in 2016, 2018 and 2020, and was serving in his fourth term at the time he stepped down to run for mayor. ....
Humble ISD superintendent elevated to executive board of Partnership Lake Houston FacebookTwitterEmail 1of5 Humble ISD Superintendent Elizabeth Fagen and Justin Kendrick, Senior Vice President and CEO of Memorial Hermann The Woodlands Medical Center and Memorial Hermann Northeast Hospital, are the two new executive board members of Partnership Lake Houston.Courtesy of Partnership Lake HoustonShow MoreShow Less 2of5 Partnership Lake Houston Humble BizCom was held virtually on Jan. 21, 2021.Screenshot by Savannah MehrtensShow MoreShow Less 3of5 4of5 The Lake Houston Area Chamber of Commerce and the Lake Houston Economic Development Partnership announced they will be merging as “Partnership Lake Houston” at the Party on the Screen on Oct. 29.Courtesy of Partnership Lake HoustonShow MoreShow Less ....
Humble BBQ Cook-Off, Rodeo kicks off next week without carnival By Savannah Mehrtens, Staff writer Humble BizCom was held virtually on Jan. 21, opening as this year’s first such event for Partnership Lake Houston. Jerri Monbaron, Humble ISD Community Development Director, discussed the upcoming Humble Rodeo and BBQ Cook-Off that begins Jan. 28. While the carnival will not be able to make it to town this year due to COVID-19 related company budget cuts as a small business operation, the BBQ Cook-Off and Rodeo are still moving ahead. They are working with the city of Humble and Harris County to follow the governor’s orders and local health recommendations, according to Monbaron, so guests will be asked to wear masks on shuttle buses and the cook-off tents as well as to get into the rodeo. Sanitizing stations will also be available throughout the facilities. ....
Lake Houston area business leaders cautiously optimistic about 2021 economy FacebookTwitterEmail 1of6 Lake Houston area leaders say a vaccine is critical to helping businesses recover from the pandemic.Mark Mulligan, Houston Chronicle / Staff photographerShow MoreShow Less 2of6 They are some additional relief options being made available to businesses currently. Partnership Lake Houston will be hosting a webinar on Wednesday, Jan. 13 with U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) Houston Director Tim Jeffcoat to discuss financial information for businesses in the community now available due to the 2021 Covid-19 Relief Bill. Pictured: The Lake Houston Chamber of Commerce and the Lake Houston Economic Partnership announced they will be merging as “Partnership Lake Houston” at the Party on the Screen on Oct. 29, 2020.ScreenshotShow MoreShow Less ....