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Spring ISD’s first Hispanic female superintendent Dr. Lupita Hinojosa Off to a Great Start

History maker Dr. Lupita Hinojosa, new Spring HISD Superintendent, opened the school year by visiting several schools to welcome students back to class.

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Building Hate Crime Response Capacity in Community-Based Organizations

University of Houston in Collaboration with Houston Coalition Against Hate

Hate crime data from the FBI is alarming. Since 2020, hate crimes have surged and continue their rancid ascent. As they continue to permeate the fabric of society, the University of Houston has been called upon by the Houston Coalition Against Hate (HCAH) to guide community-based organizations, which are on the front lines in leading communities through crisis, to come together to form a consolidated response to hate. HCAH is a network of community-based organizations, institutions and leaders who have united to reduce hate and encourage belonging.

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The Women’s Fund for Health Education and Resiliency: 12th Annual Rockin’ Resiliency Luncheon

Save the Date: Sunday, October 30, 2022

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, along with Luncheon Co-Chairs Laura Davenport with her daughter Lucy and Luba Bigman with her daughters, Katya and Keira are hosting a “Girls Who Rule the World” themed 12th Annual Rockin’ Resiliency Luncheon on Sunday, October 30, 2022, at 11:30 a.m. at the Royal Sonesta Hotel. Tassword123#

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HDSA Team Hope Walk Returns to Houston on September 17

Hosted by the Greater Houston Area Affiliate of the Huntington’s Disease Society of America (HDSA)

Team Hope is HDSA’s largest national grassroots fundraising event. Thousands of families, friends, co- workers, neighbors and communities walk together each year to support HDSA's fight to improve the lives of people affected by HD and their families.

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Federal Grant Helps METRO Roll Into a Greener Future

METRO Board of Directors Chair Sanjay Ramabhadran joined other Board members and agency leaders along with local, state, and federal officials to celebrate the Federal Transit Administration's (FTA) recent award of $21.6 million to the Authority for the purchase of additional electric buses and related charging infrastructure. U.S. Department of Transportation leaders issued the following statements:

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HISD teams-up with local law enforcement and Ministers Against Crime

The Houston Independent School District Police Department, Houston Police Department, and Ministers against Crime will kick off Project Safe Start, a partnership to prevent crime and provide additional security for students and teachers as they begin the 2022-2023 school year.

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Back-to-school Sun Protection Tips

Banana Boat sunscreen spray was recalled due to the presence of a cancer-causing chemical, benzene. Several brands of sunscreens have experienced similar recalls in the past due to small levels of harmful chemicals, making some parents think that all sunscreens might be unsafe for children.

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CBS Studios /NAACP Venture and the Black List Partner to Identify Television Writers Telling Black Stories

CBS Studios/NAACP Will Provide a WGA-Minimum Script Deal

CBS Studios/NAACP Production Venture and The Black List today announce a new initiative to discover episodic writing talent whose work authentically represents the Black experience. CBS/NAACP’s production partnership, run by Sheila Ducksworth, will offer a WGA-minimum script deal to one of the writers identified by this initiative.

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HISD Expands Participation in Verizon Innovative Learning

The partnership will bring free tech education to more local Title I schools

On Thursday, August 18, eight HISD middle schools will kick off their participation in Verizon Innovative Learning, Verizon’s award-winning education initiative, which addresses barriers to digital inclusion and helps drive equity within education for some of the most vulnerable populations across the country. In partnership with Digital Promise, the Verizon Innovative Learning Schools program provides free technology devices, internet access and innovative STEM learning programs to teachers and students to help give under-resourced students the technology, education, and opportunity they deserve. Being part of the program will keep students connected, helping to facilitate learning wherever it is taking place.

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Top 5 Places To Go When You Want the Best Chicken & Waffles

People from the South have a touch of salty and a whole lot of sweet which makes chicken and waffles one of the most Southern dishes one can eat. The mix of salty and sweet has always been one to make tongues dance but the way it is served at the below restaurants is so mouthwatering. The perfect entrée for those who have split decisions on whether they want breakfast or lunch at mealtime.

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Houston Health Department to begin intradermal monkeypox vaccination Tuesday

Eligibility criteria expanded to people diagnosed with HIV

The Houston Health Department on Tuesday will switch to intradermal monkeypox vaccination, an injection just under the skin, and expand eligibility criteria to the estimated 26,000 people living with HIV in Houston and Harris County.

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Houston-based RFC Media Proud of its 3 New Inductees into The Texas Radio Hall of Fame

Longtime Houston radio hosts Pam Kelly, Laurie Kendrick and Maria Todd have been elected to the Texas Radio Hall of Fame’s class of 2022, the latest members of Houston-based RFC Media’s talent roster to be inducted.

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Virtual Realities: The Art of M.C. Escher from the Michael S. Sachs Collection

Through September 5, 2022

“You have to retain a sense of wonder; that’s what it’s all about.” —M.C. Escher

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Houston Blues & Jazz Festival presents two performances in one night

Eric Gales and Diunna Greenleaf

Houston Blues & Jazz Festival presents two performances in one night Eric Gales and Diunna Greenleaf Sunday, September 25, 2022 The Rustic Houston, Downtown

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City of Houston Selects Five Storytellers for the Houston Inspires/Houston Inspira Public Health Campaign

The City of Houston has selected five Storytellers for the "Houston Inspires/Houston Inspira" public health campaign funded by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). The campaign’s goal is to engage environmental organizations, artists, and storytellers to inspire awareness and action to improve health and safety outcomes in Houston neighborhoods.

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Harris County Attorney Christian D. Menefee Statement on Win in 10% Bail Bond Rule Case

A Harris County judge denied a bail bond company’s request to block the 10% minimum premium rule passed by the Harris County Bail Bond Board earlier this year. This marks the second court to uphold the rule’s legality. The hearing was argued by Harris County Attorney Christian D. Menefee and First Assistant County Attorney Jonathan Fombonne.

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Houston Blues & Jazz Festival includes three performances in one night

Houston Blues & Jazz Festival MonoNeon, Andy Timmons and James Francies Saturday, September 24, 2022 713 Music Hall at 7 p.m.

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Harmony Public Schools South & West Texas Districts Earn “A” Rating in New TEA Accountability Ratings

Harmony Public Schools Houston South and West Districts has earned an “A” in the Texas Education Agency’s first accountability ratings since the COVID pandemic began.

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Communities In Schools of Houston to expand student support services to RISE Strong HISD campuses in 2022-2023 school year

CIS of Houston will support all 24 RISE campuses this school year

Communities In Schools (CIS) of Houston announces the expansion of its student support services for the Houston Independent School District (HISD) RISE Strong initiative to all 24 campuses targeted for improvement by the district. Of these campuses 19 are new to CIS for the 2022-23 school year, bringing the total number of HISD campuses served by CIS to 56 campuses.

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HISD partners with Random Acts of Kindness Day, Inc. to unveil incentive-based RAK rooms

Houston Independent School District Wraparound Services partners with long-time philanthropic leaders David and Treveia Dennis, founders of the Houston Random Acts of Kindness Day, to unveil incentive-based RAK rooms in HISD schools.