Exclusive Interview: Secret Stories of Houston
Wednesday is July 13rd, also know as 7-1-3 day in Houston. Wednesday at 3:00 p.m. on Houston Life weโre celebrating a trifecta that makes Houston magical. See what happens when Aussie Melanie Camp visits Buc-eeโs for the first time, or strolls the aisles of H-E-B. Plus she dines at Whataburger with a couple that is collectively 178 years old. Theyโve made it their daily ritual to eat at the restaurant. Theyโve been there over 1,000 times. Thatโs all Wednesday at 3:00 p.m. on KPRC 2.
Texans dish on their favorite HโEโB brand products
Texansโ cultish love for HโEโB is an unparalleled romance for the ages. Time after time, whether it be its response to a statewide disaster or merely the release of a quirky new Texas-inspired product, the Lone Star Stateโs beloved grocery chain has upheld itโs snappy slogan, โNo Store Does More.โ For many, the grocery chain can do no wrong -- especially when it comes to its many in-house products.
Good Hope Church teams up with H-E-B to provide COVID-19 vaccines to residents in Third Ward
HOUSTON โ HEB and Good Hope Missionary Baptist Church hosted a vaccine clinic in Third Ward Wednesday afternoon. This stop is part of an initiative HEB is working on to help bring vaccines to areas that may have low access. After a quick moment in line and a temperature check, community members like Valerie Clay were one step closer to beating COVID-19. The church teamed up with HEB to provide 240 doses of the Moderna vaccine. Last week, HEB teamed up with the Tejano Center to provide vaccines to people in the Gulfgate community.
Search for man accused of robbing woman with 2 young children outside of grocery store in Katy
KATY โ Investigators need the publicโs help in identifying a vehicle and the suspected driver in connection with an aggravated robbery of a woman in Katy. Deputies said the man raised his shirt and showed the woman a pistol. The woman then gave the suspect money from her purse, according to deputies. The man fled the scene in a white-colored, four-door sedan, possibly a Toyota Avalon, with a black spare tire on the left passenger side. Anyone with information about the suspect is urged to call the Harris County Sheriffโs Office at 713-221-6000 or Crime Stoppers at 713-222-8477.
Going to San Antonio soon, H-E-B employees? The zoo is offering grocerโs employees free admission, discounts for guests
The San Antonio Zoo is celebrating the hard work of H-E-B employees with an opportunity to unwind after a wild year. As a part of its H-E-B Partners Appreciation Week, the zoo is offering H-E-B employees free admission from March 20-28. Additionally, each employee can receive 50% off standard admission for up to four guests on the day of their visit. To redeem the offer, the San Antonio Zoo requires current H-E-B employees to present a valid and current H-E-B ID. โH-E-B has also been a longtime supporter of San Antonio Zoo and by sponsoring our additional hand sanitizing stations through this pandemic has helped us to operate in the most safe way possible.โ
Closures, modified hours of businesses, venues across the Houston area
HOUSTON โ Schools arenโt the only facilities that have closed due to the winter weather across the Houston area. KPRC 2 is following closures in major business venues, airports and local governments, among others. Houston ZooDue to the aftermath of the Texas winter storm, the Houston Zoo will remain closed through Feb. 21 with plans to reopen on Feb. 22. โ H-E-B (@HEB) February 15, 2021City of Sugar LandThe City will be closed for normal business on Tues. due to weather. WalmartWalmart has dozens of locations closed across the Houston area.
HEB prepares for an influx of people getting food, supplies to ride out the storm
HOUSTON โ With the extended freeze expected next week, many are turning to grocery stores to get last-minute supplies and food to ride out the storm. Stores like the HEB in Montrose have been packed. โThereโs a lot of energy in the store,โ said HEB store leader Jeff Ditges. โTons of people coming in and out.โโYesterday we shipped more cases out of our warehouses than any other day in HEB history bigger than Thanksgiving, bigger than Christmas,โ McClelland said. Thereโs a relationship between bad weather and people wanting us to deliver to them not wanting to get out of the car.
CVS, Walgreens and HEB pharmacies plan COVID-19 vaccine rollout
HOUSTON โ Some of the major pharmacies such as CVS, Walgreens and HEB in Houston plan to have vaccines available to the general public by springtime. Families could be making their way to their local pharmacy for a COVID-19 vaccine by March or early April. HEB has been working on plans for COVID-19 vaccine distributions for months. CVS stated that they plan to have COVID-19 vaccines available to the public by March, as well, at every one of their locations. Once itโs available to the public at CVS, Walgreens or HEB, it will be at no cost to customers.
H-E-B recognized as โGrocer of the Yearโ for adaptability amid coronavirus pandemic
In light of a chaotic year, Texas grocery giant H-E-B is being recognized for its adaptability and emergency preparedness in response to the coronavirus pandemic. H-E-B has been named โGrocer of the Yearโ by Grocery Dive, an industry publication, KPRC 2โฒs sister-station KSAT reports. As the pandemic continues and the number of cases across Texas increases, H-E-B continues towards keeping its shelves well-stocked for shoppers. The publication also recognized the Texas-based grocerโs early emergency preparedness beginning in January before the coronavirus became a major issue in the U.S. Click here for the full report from Grocery Dive.
Local pharmacies prepare for first vaccines
HOUSTON โ Local pharmacies were getting prepared to start COVID-19 immunizations. The CDC has partnered with Walgreens and CVS to vaccinate residents of nursing homes and assisted living facilities. When vaccines are available for wider distribution, all CVS pharmacies will have them. โWe have 285 pharmacies, we have over 800 people who can give shots and we can give our a flu shot today,โ said McClelland. Pharmacies said they have qualified people to give vaccinations and theyโve visited nursing and long-term care facilities in the past to vaccinate patients.
Grocery stores limiting some products again
HOUSTON โ Have you been trying to stay stocked with household necessities in 2020? Several grocery stores are limiting the number of products customers can purchase per visit. At all HEB stores, customers can purchase a maximum of two items for brisket, disinfecting and antibacterial sprays and wipes, Hydrogen peroxide, rubbing (Isopropyl) alcohol and first aid and cleaning Gloves. While Kroger has instituted limits of two for products like bath tissue, paper towels, disinfecting wipes and hand soap, according to CNN. These product limits are to ensure all customers have access to the products they need.
Which grocery delivery service is least expensive with the fewest errors?
HOUSTON โ The coronavirus pandemic pushed many families to try grocery delivery services for the first time. For instance, we wanted 1 pound of bananas but not every service makes it easy to specify 1 banana or 1 pound of bananas. When one store delivered far more bananas and 18 eggs instead of a dozen, it messed up the sample. In these instances, we threw those items out of our test, counting only the same items from store to store. This makes it easier for you to see which store charges more for certain items as well as the varying delivery fees.
H-E-B awarding all full-time, part-time employees with $500 bonuses
H-E-B employees are being awarded for their hard work yet again. According to KSAT, KPRCโs sister station, H-E-B is awarding all of its partners with $500 bonuses as a thank you for facing โeach obstacle with grace, compassion, strength, and resilienceโ in 2020. The Texas-based company notified KSAT regarding the bonuses on Wednesday and said all full-time and part-time H-E-B employees will receive the bonus via direct deposit on Friday. H-E-B President Craig Boyan released the following statement:โAt H-E-B, our success starts with our people. Our Partners continue to raise the bar in pursuit of excellence, uplifting and inspiring people across our great state and beyond.
Woman streams self having teary โpanic attackโ at H-E-B after she said she was refused at checkout for not wearing mask
CEDAR PARK, Texas โ A Texas woman recorded herself having a โpanic attackโ at an H-E-B in Cedar Park, Texas near Austin after she claims employees refused to check out her groceries as she was not wearing a mask in violation of store policy. The undated video was posted on the โpublic freakoutโ subreddit after the woman went on Facebook Live about the incident. In the video, the woman said she complained to a store manager after she said she was harassed by customers about not wearing a mask. The woman also said she has anxiety and PTSD. Watch the full video below:
My favorite Texas trip: Through the aisles of H-E-B
Blasting Ariana Grandes Sweetener, we always wanted to make the short drive worthwhile, but what we were truly interested in was the destinationour local H-E-B. As wed sing along, the glowing lights of UTs campus would dim, and the tower would fade from sight. Thats how we knew we were in Austins Hancock neighborhood, seemingly worlds away from the student-filled streets of West Campus. On a normal trip, Selam and I could stay up to three hours in the store just hanging out. Recently, Selam and I havent been able to take part in our joint trips to H-E-B because of the pandemic.
Get your coupon: This is how teachers can save up to $50 at H-E-B this fall
HOUSTON Listen up, teachers: H-E-B has a coupon for 15% off school and office supplies, worth up to $50. Heres how teachers can claim their coupon for fall 2020:Register at heb.com/teachers before 11:59 p.m. on Aug. 27. Eligible teachers will receive a 15% off coupon in email. Redeem the coupon in H-E-B stores through Sept. 1 on select school supplies and office items for a maximum savings allowance of $50. The coupon is eligible on school and office supplies including pens, pencils, notebooks, crayons, markers, colored pencils, highlighters, folders, paper, portfolios, binders, art supplies, glue, construction paper, dry erase, office accessories and more.
H-E-B recalls Hill Country Fare juices
H-E-B has issued a recall for gallon-size Hill Country Fare brand juices for the potential presence of a milk allergen. According to H-E-B, there have been no reported illnesses related to this recall. The recall notice includes Hill Country Fare Pink Lemonade, Citrus Punch, Fruit Drink and Grape Drink purchased at H-E-B stores in Texas and Mexico, and Joe Vs and Mi Tienda stores. H-E-B reports all affected products has been removed from store shelves. HCF Pink Lemonade Gallon 8/1/2020HCF Citrus Punch Gallon 9/30/2020 and 10/1/2020HCF Fruit Drink Gallon 8/1/2020 and 8/2/2020HCF Grape Drink Gallon 8/2/2020Recalled products can be returned to the store for a full refund.
Thousands sign online petition demanding H-E-B reinstate its mask policy
As Texas starts to experience the second peak in COVID-19 infections, H-E-B shoppers are calling on the company to do its part in limiting the spread of the virus by mandating its mask policy again. A petition created by David Spener on Change.org explains that the Texas-based supermarket dropped the requirement for shoppers to wear a mask because Gov. Greg Abbott has not granted local governments the power to legally require people in public places to wear masks, according to H-E-B representatives. Speners argument is that H-E-B, a private company, has the right to require its customers to wear masks in their stores. The petition demanding H-E-B reinstate its mask policy for the benefit of its partners, shoppers, and the wider public in Texas, has garnered nearly 40,000 signatures as of Wednesday.
Ask 2 LIVE: Business Edition with H-E-B
HOUSTON โ Hereโs your chance to interact with a grocery store executive to gain insight on how H-E-B runs their business and the innovations theyโve made in light of the coronavirus pandemic. H-E-B Houston Executive Vice President Armando Perez will be joining KPRC 2โs evening anchor Kris Gutierrez for this intimate discussion via Zoom on Wednesday, June 17 with a limited number of KPRC 2 viewers selected to participate. Share your observations and ideas and get inspired as you learn something new about this Texas institution! WATCH: Ask 2 Live chat brings KPRC 2 anchors and fans togetherTo apply for consideration to participate in this Ask 2 LIVE Zoom event, please enter below. Anyone selected to participate will be notified by email or phone on June 16.
Where you can now buy Kiranโs chef-prepared meals at H-E-B
Published: May 3, 2020, 11:15 am Updated: May 3, 2020, 11:24 amKiranโs Indian fine dining restaurant is partnering with H-E-B to bring customers some of its signature chef-prepared meals at home. In April, H-E-B launched a new program to help Houston restaurants by selling ready-made meals in stores during dining room closures. [RELATED: H-E-B selling ready-made meals from Houston restaurants during COVID-19 crisis ]Through the program, select H-E-B stores sold chef-prepared meals on behalf of the restaurants which were closed due to the coronavirus outbreak. Kiranโs is preparing five of its signature dishes โ chicken tikka masala, butter chicken, palak paneer, daal makhni, and saffron rice pulao โ to be sold at H-E-B. The chef-prepared meals can be found in the Meal Simple section at H-E-B stores in West University, Third Ward, Sienna Plantation, Sugar Land, Spring Branch/Memorial and Central Market.
Certain H-E-B stores reinstating some purchasing limits on meat products. Are Houston stores impacted?
Days after lifting restrictions on purchasing limits on grocery items like meat products, H-E-B announced a return of those restrictions for certain stores across Texas. Stores in San Antonio, Central Texas, the Gulf Coast, the border region and some West Texas and North Texas towns will be subject to the reinstated purchase limits, which restrict purchases on ground beef and chicken, beef, pork and turkey. Customers can only buy two packages of ground beef each, and a combined total of two packages of any other listed meat product. In Houston, as well as much of West and Central Texas, customers are limited to four packages of ground beef and chicken each, and two packages of brisket each. In a press release, H-E-B said supply chains are strong and the restrictions are โa proven way to ensure the best service and product availability for all customers."
H-E-B employee at second San Antonio location tests positive for coronavirus, store officials say
SAN ANTONIO โ Another H-E-B partner has tested positive for COVID-19, according to H-E-B store officials. According to KSAT, officials reported the employee worked at the location at 9255 FM 471 West, near the Grissom and Tezel intersection. This is the second employee who has tested positive for the virus in San Antonio, an H-E-B spokesperson told KSAT. Another case was announced Saturday afternoon and the company says the COVID-19 positive partner works at the H-E-B Plus store, located on Bandera Road at Loop 1604 in San Antonio. H-E-B also confirmed that an employee at the store on the Northwest Freeway and Barker Cypress in Cypress had also tested positive for COVID-19.
H-E-B reassures customers that despite empty shelves, more products are on the way
H-E-B wants to reassure its customers that just because they are continuing to see empty shelves at several of its stores, that doesnโt mean some of their products are gone for good. Many customers have expressed concerns to H-E-B about the possibility of them running out of supplies amid the COVID-19 pandemic, according to store officials. H-E-Bโs President, Craig Boyan, has more on what we're doing with surges of demand on products, and how weโre working around the clock to get products to Texans as fast as possible.https://t.co/t8gzB5sQxk โ H-E-B (@HEB) March 28, 2020In toilet paper products alone, H-E-B says it sold in two weeks what it would normally sell in two months. H-E-B is urging customers not to panic and not to hoard items. Weโre doing all we can to get more products to Texas and faster," said H-E-B officials in a video.
What H-E-B says you can do to help them and make the shopping experience better during the coronavirus
Over the last few weeks, grocery stores like H-E-B have witnessed an increased number of shoppers stocking up on items in face of the coronavirus pandemic. Even with all hands on deck, extra help by customers is appreciated, the store says. Whether itโs helping to bag your own groceries to speed up the line or returning your shopping cart to the front of the store, every bit makes a difference, H-E-B says. Here are the little tasks customers can do to help make shopping during times like these a little easier on everyone:
H-E-B stores offer free, next-day curbside ordering to promote social distancing
SAN ANTONIO โ H-E-B stores across Texas are working to #SlowtheSpread of COVID-19 โ thatโs why stores are now offering free, next-day curbside ordering for grocery shoppers. Social distancing is one of the methods public health officials are recommending to keep coronavirus exposure at bay between citizens, especially for seniors and others with underlying health conditions. H-E-B said in a Twitter thread that in order to promote social distancing and limit exposure, the grocery chain is now implementing free, next day curbside ordering to further help its customers stay safe from the virus. Social distancing is important to help #SlowtheSpreadTexas. H-E-B is working with local non-profits and Texas food banks to โget products to those who need it the most," the company said in a Tweet.
Walmart further adjusts store hours in effort to keep shelves stocked
Walmart has made more changes to the operating hours of its stores in an effort to keep shelves stocked. Starting Thursday, stores will operate from 7 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. Stores that open later than 7 will open at their regular time, Smith said. The hour will be on Tuesdays and will start one hour before stores open. Earlier this week, H-E-B and Kroger both announced they were adjusting their in-store hours because of the coronavirus. โข Clean commonly used areas more often, including cashier stations, self-checkouts, credit card terminals, conveyor belts and food service counters, and cleaning shelves when restocking products.
H-E-B promises to restock shelves after people clean out some stores
KATY, Texas โ Texas grocery store chain H-E-B has promised customers they will replenish their shelves after customers cleared them amid fear of the coronavirus outbreak. H-E-B said they have prepared for the coronavirus for several months and that the stores are in a โstrong positionโ to keep replenishing the shelves. โCustomers should not panic, we have the ability to restock shelves and encourage our customers to remain calm. H-E-B partners are ready to help Texas slow the spread,โ a news release said. Full Screen 1 / 4 Texas grocery store chain H-E-B has promised customers they will replenish their shelves after customers cleared them amid fear of the coronavirus outbreak.
How and when to shop to get supplies in case of self-quarantine
HOUSTON โ Retailers are struggling to keep up with the run on supplies people are buying amid the coronavirus crisis. HEB's Scott McClelland shared some advice to help you get your 14-day supply together in case of a quarantine. Arriving first thing in the morning will mean employees have just replenished supplies. Store employees told us they are trying to reserve some inventory for curbside customers. You may have to gather supplies in two or three trips.
H-E-B opening new store in Houstonโs Third Ward, touts fresh options for neighborhood
HOUSTON โ Texas-based grocer H-E-B opened its H-E-B MacGregor Market in Houstonโs Third Ward on Wednesday at 6 a.m. at the intersection of N. MacGregor Way and State Highway 288. In a news release, H-E-B touted its healthy food choices for the neighborhood, as well as curbside pick-up, and home delivery for the 90,000-square-foot location. H-E-B says the store has been in the works for the neighborhood since 2014, and has been under construction since February. โThis H-E-B store has been in the making for some time now, and we are thrilled to put our roots down on this historic corner of Houston,โ said Winell Herron, H-E-Bโs Group VP for Public Affairs, Diversity and Environmental Affairs. โThanks to the diligent work of the City of Houston, the Houston Housing Finance Corporation, community supporters and our H-E-B team, we are honored to be an even bigger and better part of this neighborhood.โH-E-B, which is based in San Antonio, says it operates more than 400 stores in Texas and Mexico.
BBQ chicken pizza recipe from HEB
HEB provided this recipe for a taste barbecue chicken pizza during their weekly Cookin' Time With HEB segment on KPRC2. Ingredients1 Pre prepared pizza crust1 small bag of fully cooked HEB chicken fajitas, cut into bite size pieces1/2 jar BTG traditional BBQ sauce1 fresh mozzarella, sliced1 small red onion, thin slices1 jar Byers candied JalapenoDirectionsPreheat oven on 400 degreesHeat up chicken according to directions and cut into bites size pieces. Slice mozzarella and place all over pizza crust. Mix chicken with BBQ sauce and top cheese.
Cookin Time with H-E-B: Mummy dogs, bleeding brain cheeseballs for Halloween!
Mummy DogsPreparation Time: 10 minutesCooking Time: 10 minutesServes 4-61 package HEB Cranberry Smoked Sausage1 tube of crescent dough1 cup Roberts Reserve Cran Razz Sauce1. Ganache Pudding TombstonesPreparation Time: 10 minutesCooking Time: 10 minutesServes 4-61 package jello instant pudding or prepared pudding cups4 Oreo cookies crushed4 small Graham crackersยฝ cup Oh My Ganache White icing1. Prepare pudding according to package directions, scoop into small cup to chill. Stick tombstones in back side of pudding cup, sprinkle oreos in front. Just put a couple of tablespoons of icing in one corner and cut a very small tip of the bag.
Crawfish Boil for Super Bowl
bag Louisiana Crawfish Boil Mix12 ears of corn2 lbs. smoked sausage (cut into 1 inch pieces)3 lemons, halved2 head garlic, halved4 onions, halved4 celery stalks1 lb. HEB unsalted butterDirections:In a large boiling pot, bring vegetables and seasonings to a boil about 15 to 20 minutes. Add crawfish and bring back to a boil. Boil crawfish for 10 minutes.
Kids jeans sold at HEB recalled
HOUSTON โ Jeans sold at HEB and Meijer stores across the country have been recalled because of a choking hazard. According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, Falls Creek Kids infant and toddler denim jeans for boys and girls have been voluntarily recalled because the snap on the front of the jeans may come loose and separate from the fabric. The recalled jeans with or without a pink star or heart graphic design stitched on the outside front and back of the jeans. The recalled jeans were sold from June through November at a price of about $12. Anyone who has the recalled jeans should return them to the store of purchase to receive a full refund.