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Play All Day For $7 At Main Event Entertainment

All-you-can-play just $7 per person/per activity at all 38 centers through Feb. 16

Main Event is the ultimate entertainment destination for fun, with everything from bowling to laser tag to more than 100 of the latest video games. Main Event has it all, and now guests can have it all at a value that can’t be beat.

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Houston Coalition for the Homeless to Conduct 2018 Count & Survey Jan. 22-25

The Coalition for the Homeless, staff from The Way Home partner agencies, and community volunteers will conduct the annual Homeless Count & Survey from Monday, January 22 through Thursday, January 25. The 2018 Homeless Count will identify the number of both sheltered and unsheltered homeless individuals across Houston, Pasadena, Harris County, Fort Bend County, and Montgomery County.

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Islamic Relief USA to Donate $50,000 for Hurricane Harvey Recovery Projects

Islamic Relief USA will present Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner a large $50,000 check for the Hurricane Harvey Relief Fund during a press conference at the office of Mayor Sylvester Turner on Thursday, January 18.

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Free Repair Advice Available in Harris County Jan. 15-20

As Texans repair or rebuild their homes damaged by Hurricane Harvey and subsequent flooding, FEMA and home-improvement stores in Harris County are teaming up to provide free information, tips and literature on making homes stronger and safer.

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Ignored, Dismissed, and Misdiagnosed: Eight Things Every Parent Should Know About Traumatic Brain Injury

Luke Galloway died at age 22 by suicide, 19 years after being struck on the head by a playground swing. The two events were connected. His mother, Claire, tells his story in a heart-wrenching new book. Here, she reveals eight truths about traumatic brain injury and how it's too often overlooked by those who are supposed to diagnose and treat it.

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Enjoy a Romantic Escape this Valentine’s Day at Sofitel LA

With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, now is the perfect time to plan your special day filled with romance and luxury. Sofitel Los Angeles at Beverly Hills is offering the best options for all to enjoy, whether you are looking to spend the day with a loved one or just want to treat yourself.

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Chevrolet Colorado ZR2 is Four Wheeler's 2018 Pickup Truck of the Year

Technology, standard off-road equipment and overall ability earn Chevrolet top honors

The Chevrolet Colorado ZR2 has been named Pickup Truck of the Year by FOUR WHEELER, the world’s leading 4x4 authority since 1962.

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Houston Police: Investigation into Fatal Shooting at 5000 Paige

Houston police are investigating the fatal shooting of a male at 5000 Paige about 12:50 a.m. today (Jan. 11).

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Governor Abbott Directs TEA To Take Action To Fix Special Education In Texas

Governor Greg Abbott today sent a letter to Texas Education Agency (TEA) Commissioner Mike Morath directing him to take immediate steps to prepare an initial corrective action plan within the next seven days to reform special education in Texas. The directive follows a report sent today to TEA from the U.S. Department of Education (DOE) regarding compliance with the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). In his letter to Commissioner Morath, Governor Abbott expressed his deep concern with the current state of special education in Texas and stated that more must be done to adequately address the needs of our most vulnerable students.

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House Votes to Violate the Privacy Rights of Everyone in the United States

On Thursday, the House rejected legislation that would have put in place robust privacy protections for people in the United States and Americans abroad, and instead voted to renew a program allowing the government to spy on them without a warrant.

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18 Big Events in Montgomery for 2018

– With more exciting events planned for 2018 than ever before, Montgomery lives up to its reputation as Capital Cool. Known for its Southern hospitality and its revitalized downtown, this riverfront capital city was the birthplace of the Civil Rights Movement and has established itself as a landmark Deep South destination.

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Marry Your Prince in a Fairy Tale British Castle Wedding

Luxury Scottish wedding venue, Dundas Castle, has launched its weddings for 2018. With the year set to be one when couples seek out the most romantic and beautiful British castles for their weddings, Dundas has some dates available for 2018, including the weekend of Saturday 19 May – the date set for Harry and Meghan’s own castle wedding.

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Israeli Conductor and Dutch Violinist Make Houston Symphony Debut

Jan. 25, 27 & 28

Israeli conductor Omer Meir Wellber takes the podium as he makes his Houston Symphony debut for Tchaikovsky 4 on Jan. 25 and 27 at 8 p.m. and Jan. 28 at 2:30 p.m. in Jones Hall.

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3 Tips To Help Women Prepare For Long-Term Health Care

Women spend much of their lives caring for others. As mothers and wives, they never seem to stop giving to their families and husbands.

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Texan Whitney Mercilus Tackles Life Without Limits For Children With Disabilities

The WithMerci Foundation is pleased to announce cerebral palsy as the 2018-19 partnering disability. Starting February 1, 2018, the application process will be available online at www.withmerci.org to all interested organizations supporting the aforementioned cause. Currently, WithMerci is working with Easter Seals of Greater Houston, Autism Rescue Angels and F.A.C.E.S. whereas each organization provides advocate services and support to families with autistic children.

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County Attorney Ryan wins Court Order Stopping Hazardous Waste Dumping

Harris County Attorney Vince Ryan won a court order on Monday stopping a Houston company from dumping hazardous waste into the city’s storm sewer system.

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Joint Center Commends the Appointment of Senator Kamala Harris and Senator Cory Booker to the Senate Judiciary Committee

This afternoon, the Senate Judiciary Committee announced that Senator Kamala Harris (D-CA) and Senator Cory Booker (D-NJ) will replace former Senator Franken as members of the Senate Judiciary Committee.

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Southern California Mudslides: Hundreds Still Await Rescue; 15 Dead

A day after mudslides crushed several Southern California homes and left at least 15 people dead, rescuers faced a difficult task Wednesday as hundreds of people remain cut off by debris in one neighborhood and others are still missing, officials said.

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The General Public Debuts New Happy Hour Specials

Half-priced burgers and discounted cocktails available now

A new year calls for new bigger and better specials. The General Public is moving its Happy Hourly drink specials up an hour. Beginning today, guests can get the party started even earlier with EVERY drink on the menu offered at $3 from 3-4 p.m., $4 from 4-5 p.m., and $5 from 5-6 p.m.

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Good Samaritan Foundation Hosts 30th Annual Pearl Ball “Jabulani” Gala Raises Funds for Texas Nurses and Nursing Students

Good Samaritan Foundation, with event chairs Allison and Geoff Leach, hosts the 30th annual Pearl Ball on Friday, Feb. 9, 2018, at 7 p.m. at the River Oaks Country Club. Themed “Jabulani,” meaning “rejoice” in Zulu, this year’s African safari-themed event features live music by Empire 6.

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