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Ashland Specialty Chemicals Workers Ratify New Contract; End 42-Day Strike TEXAS CITY, Texas – On Tuesday, the Texas Cit...
08/08/2026

Ashland Specialty Chemicals Workers Ratify New Contract; End 42-Day Strike

TEXAS CITY, Texas – On Tuesday, the Texas City Metal Trades Council announced that the union has reached a new agreement with Ashland Specialty Chemicals, ending their 42-day Unfair Labor Practice (ULP) strike.

“Our Texas City Metal Trades Council members showed up for each other, every single day,” said Lewis Crawford, IUOE Local 564 Business Agent and lead negotiator for the Texas City Metal Trades Council, AFL-CIO. "A strike is never easy. It asks everything of our members and their families, and this one asked more than most. We didn't win every fight at that table — but we won something no contract can put a price on: trust, unity, and a brotherhood forged on that picket line. We're not just going back to work. We're going back stronger, together, than the local that walked out 42 days ago."

The new contract with Ashland Specialty Chemicals includes:
9.25% wage increase over 3 years
80 hours of paid incidental sick leave
25 weeks of Short Term Disability leave
Limited incidental craft work
Increased vacation days
Restored Packager bidding rights
Restored seniority for bidding on new positions

“We’re proud of the union members who put it all on the line to guarantee safety for themselves and their community,” said Texas AFL-CIO President Leonard Aguilar. “The labor movement joined together to support the Texas City Metal Trades Council. Their new contract sends a powerful message to working people across Texas: when workers stand united, they win and build a stronger future for themselves and their families.”

“When Gulf Coast workers make the hard decision to go on strike, our labor movement has their backs,” said Texas Gulf Coast Area Labor Federation Executive Director Hany Khalil. “For 42 days, these workers stood in solidarity – the third group of Gulf Coast workers to strike over the past year. When working families fight alongside each other – right here in Texas – they win.”

The Texas City Metal Trades Council is made up of workers from four different unions, including International Union of Operating Engineers (IUOE) Local 564, International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) Local 527, United Association of Journeymen and Apprentices of the Plumbing and Pipe Fitting Industry (UA) Local 211, and International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM) District 776.

The Council began negotiating in good faith with the company on Jun. 1, 2026. The Council’s Unfair Labor Practice (ULP) strike officially began at 6:30pm on Wednesday, Jun. 24, when the workers’ former contract expired.

Regional Teamwork Doused Dangerous FireBy Ruth Ann RuizThe Post Newspaper Features EditorPhoto ©2026 Robert Mihovil, Mih...
08/08/2026

Regional Teamwork Doused Dangerous Fire
By Ruth Ann Ruiz
The Post Newspaper Features Editor
Photo ©2026 Robert Mihovil, Mihovil Photography
Firefighters battled a two-alarm fire on Wednesday night in Galveston along the Wharf. The fire started around 8:40 p.m. and burned into the early morning hours of Thursday, with smoldering flames continuing for part of the day on Thursday.
The fire destroyed what was the Texas Gulf Seafood building. Flames, smoke, and a glow in the sky were seen from many miles away. Katie's Seafood House was rumored to be caught up in the blaze, but they assured their fans via Facebook that the restaurant and everyone inside were safe from the dangerous flames.
Assisting the Galveston Fire Department in dousing the flames were Dickinson Volunteer Fire Department, Hitchcock Volunteer Fire Department, Jamaica Beach Volunteer Fire Department, La Marque Fire Department, League City Fire Department, Port of Houston, Santa Fe Fire and Rescue, and Texas City Fire Department.
“An incident like this truly highlights the power of teamwork and regional partnership,” said a representative of the Galveston Fire Department. “The Galveston Fire Department extends its sincere gratitude to the many partner agencies that responded and provided assistance. Their coordinated efforts were instrumental in bringing this challenging fire under control safely.”

Houston Methodist Hospital recognized among country’s best in U.S. News &World Report Honor RollNamed No. 1 hospital in ...
08/08/2026

Houston Methodist Hospital recognized among country’s best in U.S. News &

World Report Honor Roll

Named No. 1 hospital in Texas for 15th year; 5 community hospitals achieve statewide rankings
HOUSTON – Aug. 4, 2026 – Houston Methodist Hospital was named to U.S. News & World
Report’s Honor Roll (best hospitals in the country) for the 10th time and is the No. 1 hospital in
Texas, marking the 15th consecutive year at the top. This also is the 34th year in a row that Houston
Methodist Hospital was ranked in at least one specialty.
“This recognition reflects the remarkable dedication of our physicians and employees and their
tireless focus on delivering unparalleled care to our patients,” said Marc L. Boom, M.D., president
and CEO of Houston Methodist. “While we are honored by this recognition, its true significance lies in
what it represents — an unwavering commitment to putting patients first.”
Houston Methodist Hospital is ranked in 11 specialties — 10 nationally and one regionally (rehab),
including six specialties nationally ranked in the top 20. The nationally ranked specialties include
gastroenterology/GI surgery (5); obstetrics and gynecology (7); cardiology, heart and vascular surgery
(10); pulmonology and lung surgery (11); neurology/neurosurgery (13); cancer (19); orthopedics (21,
tie); diabetes and endocrinology (23, tie); geriatrics (24); and urology (43).
In addition, five community hospitals achieved 2026-27 U.S. News & World Report statewide
rankings. They also achieved their best showing in the rankings to date by medical specialties.
▪ Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital is No. 3 (tied) in Texas and No. 2 in the Houston
metro area. It is ranked in six specialties, with five nationally ranked and one regionally
ranked.
▪ Houston Methodist The Woodlands Hospital is No. 7 in Texas and No. 5 in the Houston
metro area. It is ranked in two specialties, with one nationally ranked and one regionally
ranked.
▪ Houston Methodist Willowbrook Hospital is No. 9 in Texas and No. 6 in the Houston
metro area. It is ranked in two specialties, with one nationally ranked and one regionally
ranked.
▪ Houston Methodist Baytown Hospital is No. 14 in Texas and No. 8 in the Houston metro
area.
▪ Houston Methodist Clear Lake Hospital is No. 21 (tied) in Texas and No. 10 (tied) in the
Houston metro area.

“Every day, our physicians and staff provide exceptional care to every patient we serve,” said Kyle R.
Stanzel, CEO of Houston Methodist Clear Lake Hospital and senior vice president of Houston
Methodist. “Earning Houston Methodist Clear Lake’s first overall regional ranking from U.S. News &
World Report is a meaningful milestone for our hospital and reflects our team’s unwavering
commitment to quality, safety and service.”
U.S. News & World Report's Best Hospitals methodology and a full list of rankings, click here.
For more information about Houston Methodist, visit our newsroom or our social media pages
on X, Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram and TikTok or our On Health and Leading Medicine blogs.

Kenneth Leon Mathis Sr.March 25, 1942 – July 25, 2026Ken Mathis Sr., 84, raised in Kansas City, Kansas and resided in Te...
08/07/2026

Kenneth Leon Mathis Sr.
March 25, 1942 – July 25, 2026

Ken Mathis Sr., 84, raised in Kansas City, Kansas and resided in Texas City, Texas, passed away on July 25, 2026.

Born on March 25, 1942, Ken lived a full life rooted in hard work and deep love for his family. He worked for the Rock Island Railroad and Braniff Airlines before becoming self-employed at Rust and Dust Resale.

Above all, Ken cherished time with those closest to him. A warm-hearted and kind man, he found his greatest joy in life with his family—especially his beloved grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Ken was preceded in death by his daughter, Susan Mathis, and his granddaughter, Julie Burgin.

He is survived by his devoted wife of 60 years, Diane Mathis; his daughter, Deneene Burgin; his son, Ken Mathis Jr.; his grandchildren, JD Burgin, Arron Mathis, and Courtney DelBosque; and his great-grandchildren, Callie Joy, Brynlee, Gavin, Beckett, Aubrey, Charlotte, and Silas.

He will be remembered for his gentle spirit, his quick-witted humor, and the happiness he found in the company of the people he loved most.

College of the Mainland Celebrates First Surgical Technology Graduating Cohort(Texas City, TX) — College of the Mainland...
08/04/2026

College of the Mainland Celebrates First Surgical Technology Graduating Cohort
(Texas City, TX) — College of the Mainland (COM) celebrated the pinning of its first Surgical Technology graduating cohort on Wednesday, July 29, marking a significant milestone for the college and the students who completed the rigorous program.

Held in the COM Conference Center, the ceremony recognized students who completed four semesters of classroom instruction, hands-on laboratory training and clinical experiences to earn their Associate of Applied Science in Surgical Technology and prepare for careers as surgical technologists.

“I have been in the medical field for a long time, and I was looking for something to switch over,” said Leavanae Pigott, COM Surgical Technology graduate. “The program is very hands-on and very demanding, but it showed me how we advocate for our patients and prepared us for the realities of the operating room.”

Throughout the program, students gained experience in surgical procedures, patient care, sterile techniques and operating room practices. Graduates are now prepared to serve as skilled, entry-level Surgical Technologists and are eligible to sit for the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting certification exam.

“Watching our first Surgical Technology cohort reach this milestone has been incredibly rewarding,” said Dr. Rebecca Montz, dean of instruction. “These students have worked hard to develop the skills and confidence needed to succeed in the operating room, and we are excited to see the impact they will make in healthcare.”

The Surgical Technology program is part of COM’s continued commitment to expanding healthcare education opportunities that align with workforce demand and provide students with pathways to high-demand careers.

“When we create programs that meet workforce needs, we create opportunities for our students and our community,” said COM President Dr. Helen Brewer. “Surgical Technology is another example of COM preparing students for successful careers close to home.”

Through programs like Surgical Technology, COM continues to strengthen partnerships with local healthcare employers while preparing students with the skills, knowledge and credentials needed to succeed in today’s workforce.

The next Surgical Technology cohort is scheduled to begin in Fall 2027 with 10 students selected for the program.

Learn more about COM’s Surgical Technology program at www.com.edu/academics/surgical-technology.
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Photo: College of the Mainland’s first graduating Surgical Technology cohort, from left: Leavanae Pigott, Heidy Marquez, Rina Johnson and Kristin Martinez.

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