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National Donate Life Blue & Green Day

Blue and Green Lights to Shine in Houston, Fort Worth and Lubbock/Amarillo

LifeGift is lighting up Southeast, North and West Texas in blue and green to increase awareness of organ, eye and tissue donation in April, which is National Donate Life Month (NDLM). This annual observance features an entire month of local, regional and national activities to help encourage Americans to register as organ, eye and tissue donors and to honor heroes who have saved lives through the gift of donation. During this unprecedented COVID-19 pandemic, LifeGift also shines a light this year for our hospital and transplant center partners as they continue to provide our communities with heroic care.

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Astrodome Conservancy hosts 3rd annual Race for the Dome on Saturday, Apr. 15 with registration now open

The Astrodome Conservancy will host the 3rd annual RACE FOR THE DOME, with registration now open to the public. Join the fun on Saturday, April 15 to race around the iconic Astrodome with hundreds of Dome-lovers and fans in support of a bright future for the Eighth Wonder of the World. Proceeds benefit the Astrodome Conservancy.

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Commissioner Rodney Ellis Condemns Voter Suppression Tactics by Shadowy Group with Partisan Ties

Residents Encouraged to be Vigilant

Harris County Commissioner Rodney Ellis warns residents to be aware of a potential voter suppression group that had canvassers knocking on doors attempting to coerce voters into sharing personal information and signing legal affidavits.

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HISD statement on ballot error

The Houston Independent School District is aware of an error regarding the name of a District VII Board of Education candidate on the upcoming November 2, 2021, election ballot. Mr. Lee Macerlaen Walker's application was filed in the Office of Board Services on Monday, August 16, 2021, and he was notified of its acceptance via certified letter on Wednesday, August 18, 2021. Mr. Walker's legal name is Lee Walker, but he asked to be identified as Mac Walker on the ballot.

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Houston METRO Bond Proposal Election: Voters Favor Measure

Houston voters appeared to favor a $3.5 billion bond proposal intended to fund METRO projects with the aim of improving public transportation systems and easing traffic congestion in the city.

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My Plan For Us To Win

First, we need to know Our Win Number and make sure that all of our Precinct Chairs, County Party Chairs, SDEC Members, Democratic Caucuses, Clubs, Candidates, Officeholders, Donors and Allied Organizations know Our Win Number and what they need to do to do to turnout their share of Our Win Number. (On Average-800 votes per precinct, 25,000 per county and 200,000 votes per senate district. More numbers will be shared at the State Party Convention, in Dallas, July 14-16, 2022.)

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Unconventional Graduation 2018: 80 GED Graduates Share Stories at Harris County Department of Education Ceremony

80 GED graduates open doors to new possibilities as they gain their certificates through Harris County Department of Education’s Adult Education program. Graduates range in age from 17-60.

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HISD Statement On Safety Protocols

Implementation of strong safety protocols for students and staff during face-to-face instruction remains the top priority in the Houston Independent School District. After continued review and guidance from health and education officials, HISD is updating its process for moving between COVID-19 Gauge levels to ensure multiple metrics are considered, including from both the Harris County Public Health Department and the Houston Health Department, as well as an ongoing assessment of reported cases and data trends in our district.

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Atmospheric river parks over Southern California poses deadly flood threat for millions

An intense, long-lasting atmospheric river is moving across California — bringing widespread power outages and the potential for mudslides and life-threatening flooding as it dumps heavy rain and snow. Follow our live coverage here. This is what’s happening:

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Bureau Chief quits, announces a political run against former boss, current District Attorney

Harris County’s first African American bureau chief of the Harris County District Attorney’s Office (HCDAO) recently resigned to lead a campaign against her former boss and the sitting District Attorney.

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3rd Annual Men’s Health Expo To Be Held at Finnigan Community Center - April 29

Harris County Precinct One, Houston Parks and Recreation Department, My Brother’s Keeper Houston and MD Anderson Cancer Center and Ellis Wyms, Former NFL Tampa Bay Buccaneers Super Bowl Champion are hosting health event on Saturday, April 29, 2017 for male adults and youth. The theme is Man Up – Living a Healthier Life!

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Governor Abbott Appoints Allen And Antuna To State Board Of Veterinary Medical Examiners

Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Sue Allen and George Antuna to the State Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners for terms set to expire on September 26, 2019. The board establishes and enforces policies to ensure the best possible quality of veterinary services for the state of Texas.

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Harris County Clerk Launches New Public Service Announcement “Vote Early and Stay Safe”

The Texas Supreme Court ruled that a lack of immunity to COVID may be considered as a factor in determining whether in-person voting creates a “likelihood of injury” to the voter’s health, but it cannot be the sole factor. It is the responsibility of voters to make their own health determinations, and the County Clerk’s Office does not have the authority or ability to question the voter’s judgment. If a voter applies for a mail ballot and checks one of the four categories of eligibility, the County Clerk’s Office will send you a ballot.

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Fort Bend County Reminds Eligible Voters to Early Vote

Fort Bend County hit a record high for voter registration. As of January, Fort Bend County has over 500,000 eligible voters.

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