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Solid Waste Management Department Collection And Facility Schedule For Veterans Day 2023
The Solid Waste Management Department (SWMD) provides the city with integrated municipal waste management services designed to support environmental health, sustainability, and economic development in all communities throughout Houston.
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SOUTH CHINA SEA Photo by Petty Officer 1st Class Gregory Johnson Commander, Task Force 71/Destroyer Squadron 15 SOUTH CHINA SEA (Nov. 5, 2023) – Gas …
Published on November 7, 2023
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What to watch for in Tuesday’s elections
Abortion rights are on the ballot Tuesday as Americans head to the polls for state and local races that will set the stage for next year’s presidential election.
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Experience Indian Classical Dance at Sienna Branch Library
The Youth Services department at the Sienna Branch Library will host a special “Indian Dancing & Storytelling” workshop on Saturday, November 18, beginning at 2:00 pm, in the Meeting Room of the library, located at 8411 Sienna Springs Blvd in Missouri City.
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The Four-Time Tony Award®-Winning New Musical, "MJ," is Set to Wow Houston
Get ready for a musical extravaganza as "MJ" makes its Texas premiere at the Hobby Center from November 14 to 19, 2023. Produced by Lia Vollack, John Branca, John McClain, and presented by Memorial Hermann Broadway at the Hobby Center, "MJ" is set to take Houston by storm.
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Houston City Council At-Large #2 Candidate Danielle Keys Bess Hosts Election Night Watch Party at The Savoy
Houston City Council At-Large Position 2 Candidate Danielle Keys Bess will be hosting an Election Night Watch Party, tonight, Tuesday, November 7, 2023, at 7:00pm at The Savoy, located at 4402 Emancipation Ave., in Houston’s Historic Third Ward!
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METRO Provides Free Round-Trip Service to the Polls on Election Day
Registered voters can hop on board METRO for a free round-trip ride to the voting booth on Election Day, Nov. 7.
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Third Annual Black Entrepreneurs Week Spotlights Black Entrepreneurs and Community Empowerment Efforts
Equiliberty joins forces with Chase and an array of partners to uplift local Black-owned businesses and community capital initiatives.
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Coastal Prairie Conservancy and Partners Awarded $25 million for the Texas Grasslands and Savannas Initiative to Conserve Lands in Texas
The Coastal Prairie Conservancy (CPC) along with its partner organizations announced this week a $25 million pledge from the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) through its Regional Conservation Partnership Program (RCPP). This award will support the Texas Grasslands and Savannas Initiative, which aims to permanently preserve lands and improve soil health, leading to enhanced carbon sequestration and increased carbon stock as well as long-term protection of land under threat of conversion.
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Houston Man Involved in Two Murders Sentenced to Life in Prison
A Houston man was sentenced to life in prison this week for his role in two murders in 2020, Harris County District Attorney Kim Ogg announced.
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Bereavement: Celebrating The Life and Legacy of Catherine Yvette “Ms Chag’ Chargois Houston’s Beacon Of Community Spirit
Houston mourns the loss of a cherished luminary, Yvette ‘Ms. Chag’ Chargois, whose remarkable life journey ended on November 10, 2023, at the venerable age of 81. With a rich tapestry of roles from a dedicated City of Houston administrator to the beloved Street Olympics chair, Ms. Chag’s indelible mark on our community is both profound and inspiring.
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The 16th Annual H-Town Blues Festival Comes to Houston
Tickets On Sale Starting Friday, October 27 at 10 a.m. Local Time on Ticketmaster.com
The Blues Is Alright Tour comes to the NRG Arena with the 16th Annual H-Town Blues Festival on Friday, April 5 at 8 p.m. The Blues is musical storytelling filled with stark emotion and a revolving reality check. It’s authentically raw; transforming tragedy, adversity and heartache into a visceral and cathartic experience. This special night of emotive lyrics and guitar-driven accompaniment features performances by Tucka, King George, Calvin Richardson, Pokey Bear, J’Wonn, and West Love.
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Sharon Stone: Welcome To My Garden
The C. Parker Gallery in Greenwich, Connecticut presents the East Coast premiere of Sharon Stone’s paintings with the new exhibition Sharon Stone: Welcome To My Garden, on view now through December 3.
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HFT to Hold 40,000-Book Giveaway Event on Saturday
Children, families and educators can pick up free books at a 40,000-book giveaway event on Saturday that the Houston Federation of Teachers is sponsoring.
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Houston Woman Sentenced to 30 Years for Stabbing Mother at Willowbrook-area apartment
A Houston woman was sentenced Thursday to 30 years in prison after pleading guilty to murder in the stabbing death of her own mother in 2021, Harris County District Attorney Kim Ogg announced.
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Gilbert Garcia Emerges Victorious in ABC13/TSU Mayoral Debate
Gilbert Garcia Shines in ABC13/TSU mayoral debate, rejects controversial crime plan and advocates for public transportation, emerging as top choice for positive change in Houston.
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PUMPKINS: Revitalize Houston's Earth – The 3rd Annual Pumpkin Compost Drop-Off
Halloween is just around the corner, which means pumpkins aplenty! From festive jack-o-lanterns to scrumptious pumpkin pies, these gourds are synonymous with the season. But once the celebrations are over, what do you do with your used pumpkins? The answer: Turn them into gold for the earth!
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Published on November 2, 2023
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Celebrating the Legacy of Leadership: HAUL's 2023 EOD Gala
On December 16, 2023, Houston will sparkle with pride and honor as the Houston Area Urban League (HAUL) hosts the eagerly anticipated 2023 Equal Opportunity Day Gala (EOD). Themed “Legacy of Leadership,” this grand celebration commemorates 55 monumental years of HAUL’s unwavering dedication to the Greater Houston, Harris, and Fort Bend communities. The gala stands as a tribute to the league’s rich history and the countless individuals, corporations, and organizations that have relentlessly championed the cause of marginalized communities in the Greater Houston Area.
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Beyoncé's CÉ NOIR Fragrance Unveiled: The Essence Of Queen Bey
Houston’s very own, Beyoncé, never ceases to amaze. The multifaceted artist, business mogul, and now fragrance maestro, has just unveiled her latest venture: a brand-new perfume named CÉ NOIR. The announcement, strategically released ahead of her Renaissance World Tour’s theatrical debut, has the BeyHive and fragrance enthusiasts buzzing with anticipation.
