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Help Needed to Locate Missing Teen: Nelvy Ramirez

The National Center for Missing & Exploited Children is urgently seeking the public's assistance in finding Nelvy Ramirez, a teenager who went missing from her home in Houston, Texas, on July 7, 2023, at the age of 15. Nelvy, now 16, has been missing for nearly seven months, and concerns for her safety are growing.

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August is National Dog, Wellness AND Golf Month!

Did you know that August is national dog, wellness AND golf month?! I wanted to reach out and introduce you to the residential community that has all three! The Highlands by Caldwell Communities is a National Park-inspired living community outside of Houston, Texas that is dedicated to helping residents of all ages live active, full lives.

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Houston Symphony Presents Get Up and Dance!

The Houston Symphony explores dance rhythms from around the world in its PNC Family Series concert Get Up and Dance!, Saturday, February 3 at Jones Hall.

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Winter Weather Alert for Houston

The National Weather Service has advised a cold front is expected to pass through the Houston area beginning Sunday, January 14, that will include a hard freeze. Cold weather can pose a danger to the health and safety of Houston residents and proper care should be taken to reduce exposure to these conditions.

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Multifamily and Townhome Housing Growing to Meet Houston Needs

Although single-family detached homes constitute 61 percent of Houston’s housing stock, the number of multifamily properties and townhomes is growing at a faster rate and is consistent with Houstonians’ living preferences, according to a new report from Rice University’s Kinder Institute for Urban Research. However, the report noted, the area’s growth has eclipsed housing production and resulted in a tighter market.

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October is Archives Month

October is Archives Month! Learn more about the Houston Public Library's special collections library, Houston Metropolitan Research Center (HMRC), and the amazing treasures it preserves in its archive collection. HMRC is hosting the multiple programs throughout the month providing insights on the importance of archiving, insider tips on how to archive your own personal memorabilia and fun, interactive projects that the entire family can enjoy. All events are free and open to the public.

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City of Houston and Comcast Launches Internet Voucher Program and Lift Zones With U.S. CARES ACT Funding

Having Internet access has always been critical in the areas of education, business, and every aspect of life. The pandemic has created an even bigger need for connectivity and pointed out the many who were left behind due to a lack of services. Numerous programs exist to try to alleviate this problem. However, there are still some who have been overlooked. Houston Mayor Turner has a “not in my city stance” and has once again collaborated with Comcast to give families their must needed lifeline to get and stay connected.

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Curative Expands No Copay, No Deductible Health Insurance Plan to Houston Metro Area

First-of-its-Kind, High-Quality Health Plan Expands Offering in Houston, Where Residents Express Great Concern Over The Cost of Care, According to New Survey Data

Curative Insurance Company, provider of a cutting-edge, no copay, no deductible health plan*, is now expanding its fully insured benefit offering to the Houston metro area to serve employers in all of Harris County as well as any of their employees nationwide. Curative plans to expand the fully-insured option statewide in the near future and then to other states later this year. Curative now has one of the largest provider networks in the Houston area as well as a broad nationwide network of providers to support its unique solution.

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Honoring Nigerian Independence Day and Making Waves at the Honeyland Festival with Chef Kavachi Ukegbu

As the sun sets on October 1st, the vibrant celebrations of Nigerian Independence Day come alive in Houston's beloved 'Little Lagos.' At the heart of this cultural extravaganza stands Chef Kavachi Ukegbu, renowned author of the cookbook 'The Art of Fufu,' ready to orchestrate a culinary celebration that will dazzle the senses and honor the rich heritage of Nigeria.

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Houston Astros and Raising Cane’s Present: Texas Showdown Ticket Giveaway!

Raising Cane’s Joins Forces with Astros to Offer Exclusive Game Passes and Finger-Licking Fun*

Brace yourselves, Houston! Raising Cane’s, the iconic purveyor of mouthwatering Chicken Finger meals, is teaming up with the Houston Astros to bring fans an electrifying opportunity. As the Astros gear up for an adrenaline-fueled clash against the Texas Rangers on Sunday, April 14th, Raising Cane’s is orchestrating a spectacular giveaway event that promises to make hearts race and spirits soar.

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FREE Backpacks this Saturday @ Tidwell Park

Vice Mayor Pro-Tem Jerry Davis - along with Sylvester Turner, Mayor of Houston and DJ Mr. Rogers- hosts a Back to School Block Party at Tidwell Park!

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METRO to Test Low-speed Driverless Van at TSU This Fall

Houston METRO will be testing a driverless van at Texas Southern University as early as this fall.

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Statement from Senator Borris Miles on HISD Superintendent Search

"I commend the Texas Education Agency (TEA) for stepping in to take drastic, but necessary measures regarding Houston Independent School District's (HISD) superintendent search and for putting the students' interests first.

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Texas Southern University Included in Houston Astros Championship Parade

Texas Southern University’s championship baseball and softball teams and the University’s renowned Ocean of Soul marching band will be included in tomorrow’s Houston Astro championship parade.

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Veterans' Day Parade Still Happens, Just Not Hosted By the City

Something was missing from the City of Houston's Veterans Day celebrations, the parade. That didn't stop Houstonians.

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Houston native serves aboard USS Tripoli

Operations Specialist Seaman Monika Riggins, left, from Houston, and Culinary Specialist 2nd Class Daquan Vereen, from Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, prepare food in the galley aboard amphibious assault ship USS Tripoli (LHA 7). Tripoli is underway conducting routine operations in U.S. 3rd Fleet. (U.S. Navy Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Malcolm Kelley)

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Houston native serves aboard USS Ronald Reagan

Machinery Repairman Fireman Kyle Martin, from Houston, verifies the thread pitch of threads manufactured in the machine shop aboard the U.S. Navy’s only forward-deployed aircraft carrier,

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Rockets Complete Trade with Brooklyn

The Houston Rockets today announced they have acquired a 2024 second round pick from Brooklyn along with forward Sekou Doumbouya (SEH-coo doom-boo-YAH) in exchange for cash considerations.

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Houston native serves in the Indian Ocean aboard USS Ronald Reagan

Aviation Structural Mechanic Airman Elijah Crowder, from Houston, bends aircraft hydraulic lines in the aviation hydraulics and pneumatics

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Houston Texans' Fans Appreciation Day Game

Photography by Semetra Samuel - As the Houston Texans battled the Pittsburgh Steelers, fans were …