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Hyundai Partners with Children's Hospital of Savannah to Promote Child Passenger Safety in Georgia
Hyundai Hope Donates $25,000 to Emphasize Commitment to Child Passenger Safety Programs
Hyundai Motor America announced its partnership with Memorial Health's Dwaine and Cynthia Willett Children's Hospital of Savannah and Safe Kids Savannah to support child passenger and driver education programs. The Memorial Health Dwaine & Cynthia Willett Children’s Hospital of Savannah is the lead agency for Safe Kids Savannah, a local coalition of organizations and concerned individuals with the common goal of preventing accidental childhood injuries and deaths. Hyundai’s donation will assist with consumer educational events, including upcoming car seat safety check events with Children’s Hospital of Savannah and Safe Kids Savannah.
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Poder Hispano Hispanic Heritage Month Event at Houston Botanic Garden to Celebrate Houston's Diverse and Growing Latino Community
On Saturday, October 8, 2022, Houston Botanic Garden will host the first annual Poder Hispano Hispanic Heritage Month event celebrating Houston’s diverse and growing Latino community. The full-day event is family friendly and open to the public, and will feature fun activities, access to the Houston Botanic grounds, as well as interactive booths hosted by local organizations and small business vendors.
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New York governor declares state disaster emergency amid circulating poliovirus evidence, samples found in 5 counties
New York Governor Kathy Hochul declared a state disaster emergency amid evidence of circulating poliovirus, a move that will increase the availability of resources including expanding the network of polio vaccine administrators, state health officials said.
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In Senate races across the country, candidates are locked in a debate over debates
Voters looking to see their Senate candidates put to the test on a debate stage may only get one opportunity this fall, while others may be entirely out of luck.
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King Charles III vows to serve 'with loyalty, respect, and love' in first address as monarch
On the first full day of his reign, King Charles III demonstrated his seriousness in dedicating the rest of his life to public service.
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Once a 'quintessential pro-life Texan,' she had to flee her home state to get an abortion
Nine years ago, Cade DeSpain messaged a friend about a cute girl he saw on her Facebook feed.
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Mayor Turner Extends Condolences Following Death of Queen Elizabeth II
Houston City Hall will be Lit Red, White and Blue in Queen's Honor Tonight
Statement from Mayor Sylvester Turner on the passing of Queen Elizabeth II.
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Queen Elizabeth visits Houston
Published on September 9, 2022
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Queen Elizabeth visits Texas
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UHD GatorServe for National Day of Service
University of Houston-Downtown Serves the Northline Community
Determined. Dedicated. Committed to others through service. That’s UHD Gators!
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HISD to host Business Operations Job Fair
The Houston Independent School District seeks to fill several critical operational positions, including bus drivers, custodians, crossing guards, plumbers, telecommunication technicians, electricians, HVAC technicians, and maintenance repair personnel.
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Texas Black Expo Announces the In-Person Return of its Summer Celebration
The 2023 season marks the organization’s 20th anniversary of serving the small business community throughout the state of Texas.
The Texas Black Expo announces the in-person return of the annual Summer Celebration, June 22 – 25, with the theme of BOOM: Building Our Own Marketplace. This free, four-day event at the George R. Brown Convention Center marks the organization’s 20th anniversary of serving the small business community in Houston and throughout the state of Texas.
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Poet, Journalist, TV Personality, Author Kevin Powell named PVAMU’s new Writer-in-Residence
Prairie View A&M University announced today the appointment of the highly-regarded poet, journalist, TV personality and author Kevin Powell to serve as its second writer-in-residence of the Toni Morrison Writing Program.
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Building renamed for HCC alum, Lamar Institute of Technology former president/CEO
Dr. Lonnie L. Howard Technology Center recently approved at Beaumont campus
Former Lamar Institute of Technology President/CEO, Lonnie L. Howard – a 1995 graduate of Houston Community College – was recently bestowed the honor of having the institute’s technology center bear his name.
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Education Freedom: A Movement to Support Children Not Broken School Systems
Because of increased parent engagement, an education freedom movement is sweeping the nation that has the potential to have a significant positive impact on children and communities. The global pandemic forced parents to engage in local education policies more intentionally than we have seen in over half a century.
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Walk-On’s Sports Bistreaux Prepares to Make Baytown Debut
Award-winning restaurant seeks more than 200 team members ahead of fall opening
Walk-On’s Sports Bistreaux is getting ready to bring gameday with a taste of Louisiana to Baytown!
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Crime Stoppers’ Leading the Way to a Safer Houston Gala Returns November 13 “On the Field” at Minute Maid Park
Honoring Hall of Famer Jeff Bagwell, Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee and Jim McIngvale ‘Mattress Mack’ for their steadfast contributions to public safety and the Houston community
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Communities In Schools of Houston celebrates 10-year anniversary of Mental Health Initiative
Communities In Schools (CIS) of Houston marks the 10th anniversary of its Mental Health Initiative, (MHI) which was launched in September 2012 to expand mental health support across the Houston-area campuses it serves. For the past 43 years, supporting students' mental health and well-being has been at the core of what CIS does. With the MHI, the organization was able to implement targeted efforts to collectively address the growing mental health needs on CIS campuses.
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Dr. Polly Sparks Turner endorses Chris Hollins for Houston Mayor
Prominent pharmacist, public health professional, and civic leader is campaign’s second major endorsement
Today, Dr. Polly Sparks Turner endorsed Chris Hollins to serve as the next Mayor of Houston. In the second major endorsement for the Hollins campaign, the prominent Houston pharmacist, public health professional, educator, and civic leader expressed confidence in Chris’s diligence to confront health disparities and inequality.
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Houston Plant Shop and Montrose Collective Team Up for Free Plant Party Saturday
Free Family-Friendly Event to feature Live Music, Plant Market, Succulent & Sips Bar
The Plant Project Houston is inviting the community to a Free Plant Bar Experience at the Montrose Collective, located at 888 Westheimer, this Saturday, September 10, 2022, from 2pm-6pm!

