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Demetria McKinney "Easy"

Vocal powerhouse Demetria McKinney is a triple threat in the truest sense of the term. She is an award-winning actress who has played diverse roles on the big and small screens as well as the stage. She is a talented singer with a rich voice requiring zero studio enhancements. And she is a skillful songwriter who generously expresses emotions in a way that instantly connects with listeners. Demetria McKinney "Easy"

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Meals On Wheels Saved Her Life. Proposed Cuts Could Cripple The Program.

Martha Daniels moves at a slower pace these days—the pains of growing older and lingering back problems have that effect. Though she slowly steps through her two-bedroom apartment in west Houston, her voice and laughter fill the halls. At 62, she’s a vivacious woman who shares stories with anyone who will listen.

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Mayor Turner Announces Small Business Economic Relief Program

Mayor Sylvester Turner announced this week that applications for the City of Houston’s Small Business Economic Relief Program (SBERP) will open at 8 a.m. on Wednesday, August 19th.

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A Gift to the City of Houston - A Free Virtual A Christmas Carol

With cases of COVID-19 rising in Harris County, we are erring on the side of caution to protect our patrons, artists, and staff. It is with heavy hearts that we must announce the cancellation of this year’s in-person production of A Christmas Carol. We understand this is disappointing news as we were looking forward to reuniting with you this holiday season.

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CBP Uses Technology to Expose Imposter

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at George Bush Intercontinental Airport are using facial recognition technology to add efficiency and security to international arrival and it has already identified an imposter.

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Verlander Named American League Player of the Week

Astros Ace wins his eighth career weekly award and his second in 2018

Major League Baseball announced this afternoon that Houston Astros right-handed pitcher Justin Verlander has been named the American League Player of the Week for the week of Sept. 10-16. This marks the eighth career American League Player of the Week award for Verlander and his second this season. The other came the week of April 9-15.

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Houston Native Serves with the U.S. Navy Half a World Away in Guam

A 2006 Cypress Ridge High School graduate and Houston, Texas, native is serving aboard U.S. Naval Base Guam.

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BLOOMBERG Secures Mayor Turner Endorsement and Host Nutter Visit

Mike Bloomberg 2020 organizes several events, block walks and phone banks to get out the vote in Texas. The campaign will host approximately 270 events this week to engage and mobilize voters during early voting. National surrogates also campaign in Texas this week, including former Philadelphia Mayor and Mike Bloomberg 2020 National Political Co-Chair Michael Nutter.

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The Women's Fund for Health Education and Resiliency Now Offering Online Programs

Beginning Wednesday, April 1, 2020, 2 p.m.

The Women's Fund for Health Education and Resiliency, a nonprofit providing Houston area women and girls with the tools needed to be advocates for their health, is launching a weekly series of online programs beginning on Wednesday, April 1, 2020, at 2 p.m. via Zoom.

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Congressman Al Green Joined HISD Superintendent Dr. Grenita Lathan and Unsung Heroes at Sterling HS Food Distribution

On Tuesday, April 7, 2020, Congressman Al Green joined Houston Independent School District (HISD) Interim Superintendent Dr. Grenita Lathan and the unsung heroes in distributing free curbside meals to students and families.

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Media Statement On COVID-19 Precautions From HISD

The Houston Independent School District has no confirmed cases of COVID-19. However, acting out of an abundance of caution, several individuals have been placed on a 14-day self-quarantine. All self-quarantine individuals recently returned from a country on the CDC travel warning list or are closely related to someone who did. Schools will be identified specifically if cases are positively confirmed.

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Texans' Whitney Mercilus takes school shopping for groceries

Smartie Pants Academy receives foo

Houston Texans' Outside Linebacker Whitney Mercilus partnered with his foundation WithMerci for a grocery shopping spree for Smartie Pants Academy. Mercilus and his foundation focus on helping families of children with disabilities, and Smartie Pants Academy is a long-time partner of the WithMerci Foundation.

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Houston Mom Launching New Version of Special Needs Teddy Bear That Helps Special Needs and Nonverbal Children Communicate

Dr. Tameka Maiden, a single mom, pharmacist and former teacher from Houston, Texas, is launching a new version of her special Teddy Bear that helps autistic and nonverbal children better communicate with others.

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Pastors Joel Osteen, John Gray Discuss Racism, Social Justice and the Role of the Church in the Wake of George Floyd Protests

Discussion follows ‘A Necessary Conversation’ with Pastors John Gray, Steven Furtick

Pastor John Gray, Senior Pastor of Relentless Church, continued the series A Necessary Conversation this week with Lakewood Church Pastor Joel Osteen. Held in response to the tragic killing of George Floyd and global civil unrest, the discussion on racism, social injustice and the role of the church follows last week’s discussion on race with Pastor John Gray and Elevation Church's Pastor Steven Furtick.

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Official Details on the Celebration of Life for George Floyd

Fort Bend Memorial Planning Center is releasing the official statement on behalf of the family of George Floyd regarding the memorial and official celebration of his life.

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METRO & Kailee Mills Foundation Encourage Public to #BuckleUp4Kailee

METRO, along with volunteers from the Kailee Mills Foundation, will canvass 10 area Park & Rides over the next three days to speak with METRO patrons and share information on the importance of safe driving practices and seat belt usage.

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Former Houston Texans Player Devard Darling Awards $10,000 in Scholarships to Fort Bend ISD Students

Former Houston Texans player and FBISD Alumni, Devard Darling awarded college scholarships to deserving students through his As One Foundation. The $1,000 scholarships were awarded to ten Fort Bend Independent School District (FBISD) high school seniors at the 10th Annual Devard & Devaughn Darling Scholarship Award Ceremony on Thursday, July 19, 2018, at Center Stage Art Gallery, in Sugar Land, Texas.

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Houston man sentenced to 6 years for stomping an orange tabby to death

A 22-year-old Houston man was sentenced to six years in prison for stomping his girlfriend’s orange tabby cat to death, Harris County District Attorney Kim Ogg announced Wednesday.

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Highlight: From Foster Care To Attorney, Military Vet Cedrick Forrest Empowers Minority Youth To Practice Law

"If I want a lawyer, I want one with real world experiences."- Attorney Cedrick D. Forrest

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Main Squeeze Juice Co. Opens New Location in The Woodlands

Booming juice franchise celebrates 10th location

Main Squeeze Juice Company, a newcomer to the more than $5 billion juice market, is opening its fourth location in the Houston metro area on May 24.