🌱 Wine And Worship + Color Analysis

Wake up, Space City! It's me, Chris, your most excellent servant of the Houston Daily — coming right back at you with the plug on what's happening. Today, we'll dive into:

• A wine induced religious experience
• An impressively sized drug bust
• The supposed science of color analysis

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But first, today's weather:

Cloudy with showers. High: 43 Low: 41.

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Here are the top stories in Houston today:

1. A woman who broke into a Jewish synagogue through a window and spilled wine on the holy Torah has been sentenced to house arrest. The woman in question was found face down in the synagogue's pulpit wearing a wine-stained rabbi's robe. She is currently being held on $10,000 bond after prosecutors failed to convince jurists that she should be held without bond. In social media posts the woman posted, she threatened the lives of synagogue leaders as well as constituents. However, these posts were not allowed to be entered as evidence in the case. Over 170 people were watching the court proceedings online before judges cut access to the feed in fear of viewer hijinks. (Houston Chronicle)
2. A huge drug bust at a warehouse in northwest Houston led to the arrest of four individuals. In total, police seized 17 pounds of fentanyl precursors, 1 kilo of counterfeit Xanax pills w/suspected fentanyl, 2 kilos of cocaine, 44 pounds of marijuana, at least one stolen vehicle, multiple firearms, and 3 pill press machines. The large amount of counterfeit or "fake" drugs laced with alternatives that were found in the bust speak to the malevolence of these individuals. All of those arrested are now being charged with felony weapons and drugs possession. (KHOU.com)
3. Social media channels are overflowing with talks of color analysis which is a process by which people can find the best color palettes for their wardrobe, jewelry, and more. According to color analysis proponents, failing to match your dress with your proper color palette can lead to your appearance feeling "off." The science of color analysis goes all the way back to the 1980s. In a nutshell, color analysis isn't about telling people that they can't wear certain colors. Instead, it's about identifying the proper color tones that match best with an individual's skin tone, hair color, eyes, and more. (KPRC Click2Houston)
4. Preparing snacks for the Super Bowl game doesn't have to be a hassle. In fact, these three easy, cheesy recipes can be whipped up in no time by even novice party hosts. First off are Ranch Fire Cheez-Its: a bold new take on this traditional party snack. The Cheez-Its are made by mixing these simple crackers with flavorless oil, ranch mix, and crushed red flake peppers. Next, there's easy slow cooker buffalo chicken dip perfect for pairing with crackers, buns, chips, or even lettuce. This recipe calls for chicken breast, cream cheese, buffalo wing sauce, and a small amount of ranch mix to be placed in your slow cooker and stirred often. For party planners that want to go big, there's also the smoky bacon football. Consisting of cream cheese, smoked gouda, crumbled bacon, pecans, and more, this appearance appropriate snack is sure to score a touchdown with guests. For all the nitty gritty on these recipes, check the link attached. (KPRC Click2Houston)
5. The Houston Grand Opera will put on the Concert of Arias this Friday: a competition of young singers that will determine who claims a cash prize of up to $10,000. Additionally, concert finalists may also be recruited for the highly acclaimed HGO studio young artist training program. During this annual competition, each finalist will perform two arias each. Tickets are now on sale for the event which promises soul-stirring live performances from some of the most talented young singers of our time. (CultureMap Houston)

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Headlines you need to see today:

• Harris County commissioners unanimously approve lowering toll rates (KHOU.com)
• Houston-area teacher to compete in new season of 'Survivor' (KHOU.com)
• Wanted: 2 people seen on video using paintball gun to knock out camera that monitors illegal dumping in northwest Harris County (KTRK-TV)
• Houston Rodeo's best lineup in 10 years was 2013, readers vote (Houston Chronicle)
• Woman pleads guilty to sex trafficking other women and a minor out of Puerto Alegre cantina in east Houston (KTRK-TV)

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Today in Houston:

• Dungeons & Dragons with Circle of Barhaven at Darkhorse Tavern (6 p.m.)
• Houston Rockets Vs. Oklahoma City Thunder at Toyota Center (7 p.m.)
• Geeks Who Drink Trivia Night at Cactus Cove (7 p.m.)
• Cirque Du Solei presents Kooza at Sam Houston Race Park (7:30 p.m.)
• Geeks Who Drink Trivia Night at Little Woodrow's (Midtown) (8 p.m.)

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From my notebook:

• A Chinese food blogger who bought, prepared, and devoured a great white shark is being fined for the experience. The total fine comes out at $18,500 but at least she's not being fed to the sharks. (KHOU 11 News via Facebook)
• A father who drove his family Tesla over a California cliff with his wife and two children inside is now being charged with attempted murder. Authorities have gathered enough evidence to justify that the act was indeed intentional. (KHOU 11 News via Facebook)
• DeMeco Ryans, defensive coordinator for the San Francisco 49ers, will be the new head coach for the Texans. Ryans was a former linebacker for the Texans from 2006-2011. Ryans also previously served as a team captain for the Texans in his final year with the team. (FOX 26 Houston via Facebook)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Wednesday. I'll catch up with you bright and early tomorrow with a new update. Until then, stay warm out there!