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Houston Symphony to receive $250,000 grant
The Texas Commission on the Arts (TCA) has awarded the Houston Symphony a grant of $250,000 to support its world-class holiday programming and attract visitors to the Houston Theater District through an exciting 2019 line up, including an All-Strauss Thanksgiving, Very Merry POPS, ’Twas the Night Before Christmas, and Handel’s Messiah.
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City of Houston Flood Update - Barricades, Roadways and Rescues
The City of Houston is advising residents to avoid travel if possible today. The City expects significant street flooding to persist throughout the day. Area waterways continue to swell and multiple underpasses remain underwater.
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Intensity Is An Action Word: Rockets bounce back from early season woes to regain winning form
On December 7th, Houston Rockets backup point guard Eric Gordon made a statement that was not only heard around the Rockets locker room but the entire city of Houston. The team had just dropped its second game in a row, a loss to the Utah Jazz where the team was very lethargic.
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Home Is Where The Heart Is Houston Astros Open Seven-game Homestand
Although the Astros own the best road record in the Major Leagues at 38-15 and are averaging 6.89 runs per game on the road, they could not have been happier to return to Houston for the upcoming seven game homestand. Coming off a brutal nine game road trip (5-4), the Astros needed to be back in familiar territory to re-evaluate some late season issues that may cause some trouble as they make a run for the 2017 World Series.
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Partner Agencies Help Houston Food Bank Meet Increased Need After Harvey
The floodwaters have receded, but life is far from normal in many parts of Houston. At the Houston Food Bank, the warehouse has been operating around the clock to help those impacted by the storm. More than 19 million pounds of food has left the warehouse in the last month. That’s three times the normal monthly distribution rate. “There is incredible need out there and we do not see it slowing down any time soon,” said Greene. “Recovery will not be fast for many in our community who are, literally, starting over with nothing. We are committed to being there to help for the long haul.”
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Houston's Top-Ranked H-E-B Locations in the Suburbs
Houston and its sprawling suburbs boast numerous H-E-B locations, offering residents an array of choices for their grocery shopping needs. Houston Chronicle readers have spoken, highlighting their top picks in the suburban areas.
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Judge Maria T. Jackson kicks off campaign for Harris County Commissioner Precinct 1
Standing on the steps of the Harris County Courthouse and surrounded by more than 60 friends, family and supporters, Judge Maria T. Jackson today kicked off her campaign to be the next commissioner for Harris County Precinct 1.
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$5 Million in ARPA Funding Invested in Arts and Cultural Organizations
Four months following approval by Houston City Council, 62 Houston Arts & Cultural organizations from across the City learned that their requested funding, up to $100,000, was approved. The Mayor’s Office of Cultural Affairs (MOCA) was able to accomplish this effort in collaboration with Mid-America Arts Alliance, a trusted partner with a track record of helping the city efficiently distribute federal funds within the creative economy.
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Sex Assault, Date-rape Drug Allegations Rattle Northwestern
Allegations of sexual assault and the use of date-rape drugs have surfaced at Northwestern University.
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TxDOT Public Meeting: State Highway 3 Access Management Study
Council Member Dave Martin would like to let District E residents know the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) will be hosting a public meeting to gather input on an access management study for State Highway 3 (SH 3) from Brookglen Drive to the Harris/Galveston County line. The meeting will be held Tuesday, February 27, 2018, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the City of Webster Civic Center, 311 Pennsylvania Avenue, Webster, Texas, 77598.
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Investigation into Fatal Shooting at 6210 Gaston
Houston police are investigating an apparent murder/suicide at 6210 Gaston about 3:50 p.m. last Friday (June 16).
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Children’s Museum of Houston Expands Beyond the Limits of Your Imagination During Sci-Fi Summer
The Children’s Museum of Houston’s “Sci-Fi Summer” will take you to infinity and beyond! From Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend, you’re invited to take off on an out-of-this world adventure where imagination and reality collide. Come and explore the endless possibilities of time, space and mind-boggling discoveries where there are no limits to where you’re going, even if it means doing it all over again.
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Meet the Cast of Mary Poppins
Theatre Under The Stars (TUTS) is thrilled to introduce the practically perfect cast of Disney’s and Cameron Mackintosh’s Mary Poppins.
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Tickets on Sale for Candytopia Houston TODAY at 12 pm CT
Colossal Candy Creations, Flying Unicorn Pigs and Marshmallow Tsunamis to Invade Space City Beginning June 14
Candytopia, the candy-coated experiential adventure that has delighted over 750,000 guests across the country, is bringing its confectionery wonderland to the heart of Houston at the The MARQ*E entertainment center (7620 Katy Fwy, Suite 360 Houston, TX 77024). The limited-run engagement will debut June 14. Candytopia, the candy-coated experiential adventure that has delighted over 750,000 guests across the country, is bringing its confectionery wonderland to the heart of Houston at the The MARQ*E entertainment center (7620 Katy Fwy, Suite 360 Houston, TX 77024). The limited-run engagement will debut June 14.
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Heart and Soul: Houston Rockets Guard Patrick Beverly
Anyone who has watched the Houston Rockets can tell who the #1 player on the court is for them, James Harden. There is no debating that when it comes to talent and leadership, Harden is the man. But there is another player on the court who displays those same qualities and could be clearly seen as #2 when it comes to leadership. Ironically, #2 is his jersey number as well. Houston Rockets’ guard Patrick Beverly brings pure grit and determination as soon as he laces up his sneakers.
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Start Of A New Era: Texans Hired Nick Caserio As Their New G.M.
The Houston Texans have started the full transition from the Bill O’ Brien era. Houston hired former New England Patriots director of player personnel Nick Caserio as their new general manager. He will join his former coworker of six years with the Patriots, Jack Easterby, who currently serves as executive vice president of football operations.
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Visitation and Funeral Arrangements for Senior Police William "Bill" Jeffrey
Visitation and funeral services of fallen Houston Police Department Senior Police Officer William “Bill” Jeffrey are as follows:
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Houston Police Searching for Man Accused of Killing 2, Shooting Another
Authorities in Houston are searching for an armed and dangerous man accused of killing his estranged wife and another man on Monday, as well as non-fatally shooting a neighbor on Tuesday, according to the Harris County Sheriff's Office.
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Kroger Houston Helps Fight Hunger with $25,000 Donation to Interfaith of the Woodlands
Earlier this week, Kroger Houston and The Kroger Co. Zero Hunger | Zero Waste Foundation presented Interfaith of the Woodlands with a check for $25,000 to help support the fight against hunger in our communities.
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Houston Equity Fund offering $8 million in grant funding for minority-owned small businesses
The online application portal for “Open for Business” grants worth up to $100,000 will be open from May 15-31.
Minority-owned small businesses and nonprofits in the Houston area can apply for up to $100,000 in grant funding later this month. A total of $8 million is available this year during the second phase of the "Open for Business" grant program, which is funded by Wells Fargo and administered by the Houston Fund for Social Justice and Economic Equity. An online application portal for grant money is scheduled to be open from 5 a.m. May 15 through 11:59 p.m. May 31, with eligible businesses and nonprofits competing to receive awards ranging from $5,000-$100,000 apiece.
