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Houston for the Holidays with DeQuina Moore (November 18-December 24)

Join Stages as they welcome DeQuina Moore, one of Houston’s most talented souls, home for the holidays in this Christmas cabaret. In addition to a flurry of holiday hits, DeQuina will share personal stories, from growing up in Houston to backstage on Broadway.

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Stay Food Safe this Thanksgiving Holiday

Keep your stomach full of turkey and free from foodborne illness this Thanksgiving holiday. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) reminds us all that it’s important to remember the steps to food safety during America’s biggest meal.

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HISD announces winners of student holiday greeting card art competition

The Houston Independent School District will reveal the winners of the district’s 2022 Superintendent holiday greeting card student art competition. There were 142 submissions and 14 finalists in the 31st year of the annual competition. The finalists were chosen by the district’s assistant superintendents.

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HISD rolling out student designed enrollment truck to reach Houston families

Houston Independent School District is prioritizing equitable access to Houston and surrounding families with a new HISD Mobile Enrollment Unit (E-Unit) coming to a neighborhood near you.

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The MARCH Foundation Announces $50,000 Gift to Paul Quinn College for Student Scholarships

The MARCH Foundation, a private non-operating foundation, has announced a gift of $50,000 to provide scholarships for deserving students at Paul Quinn College, the nation’s only Urban Work College and Texas’ first HBCU, located in Southern Dallas.

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The Houston Health Department to open free diabetes center in Acres Homes

Opening of department’s third center coincides with National Diabetes Awareness Month

The Houston Health Department will open a free diabetes center in Acres Homes, an underserved area where more than 18 percent of adults are living with the disease.

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The Texas A&M University System’s Board of Regents name sole finalist for president at Prairie View A&M University

The Texas A&M University System’s Board of Regents on Thursday named Tomikia P. LeGrande as the sole finalist to become the ninth President of Prairie View A&M University.

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Legendary Songstress Anita Baker Announces 2023 Tour Dates

THE LIMITED RUN BRINGS BAKER ON A FULL TOUR FOR THE FIRST TIME SINCE 1995 Tickets On Sale Starting Thursday, Nov. 17 at 10 AM Local Time on LiveNation.com

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Houston Parks and Recreation Department Releases Statement On Death of Parks & Recreation Employee

On Tuesday, November 8, 2022, at approximately 11:20 am, an electrocution incident involving a Houston Parks and Recreation Department employee occurred. The Houston Fire Department responded to an EMS call to Melrose Park, 1001 Canino Road. Upon arrival HFD found the employee to be deceased. An investigation regarding the incident is still underway.

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Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo Wins Tight Race for Reelection

GOP donors spent millions to unseat Hidalgo, a Democrat who leads the state’s most populous county, and take back a seat they lost four years ago. Republican Alexandra del Moral Mealer conceded the race Wednesday morning.

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Cornel West Announced as PVAMU's Fall Commencement Speaker

The well-known American philosopher, political activist and social critic will address more than 600 graduates during Prairie View A&M University’s ceremony on Saturday, Dec. 10.

Prairie View A&M University announced today that Cornel West would serve as speaker for its 27th Fall Commencement Convocation on Saturday, Dec. 10. West will address over 643 students and their families, friends and loved ones.

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Abortion rights were on the ballot in these states. Here's what voters decided

Voters in four states moved to affirm abortion rights on Tuesday, CNN projects, following a months-long push from Democrats nationwide to act on the issue in the wake of the Supreme Court's decision overturning Roe v. Wade in June.

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USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76) Sailors operate catapult systems

viation Boatswain’s Mate (Equipment) Airman Apprentice Pius Ezimako, center, from Houston, records aircraft information while Aviation Boatswain’s Mate

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Dynasty! The Houston Astros Capture Their Second World Series Title With Game 6 Win

The fans of the Seattle Mariners (American League Division Series), New York Yankees (American League Championship Series), and Philadelphia Phillies (World Series) all had a mantra before facing the Houston Astros this postseason: “WE WANT HOUSTON”.

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Ride & Vote: METRO Providing Free Rides on Election Day

Registered voters can hop on board METRO for a free ride to the voting booth on Election Day, Nov. 8.

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Local Landscaper to Mow the Lawns of 100 Houston Veterans, Active Military for Free Starting this Thursday

SmartScaping Landscaping & Design’s Mows for Military Veterans Day Giveback

SmartScaping Landscaping & Design, a premiere Black-owned Houston landscaping maintenance and design company, is giving back this Veterans Day with FREE lawn service for 100 Houston veterans, U.S. Military service members, and military families!

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Decades of Black history were lost in an overgrown Pennsylvania cemetery until volunteers unearthed more than 800 headstones

Before she became one of America's most-decorated Special Olympics athletes, before the made-for-TV movie and the shared stages with actor Denzel Washington and Presidents Bill Clinton and Barack Obama, Loretta Claiborne was a great-granddaughter -- of one Anna Johnson.

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Adidas scoops up CEO who turned around rival Puma

Adidas has appointed the head of Puma to succeed outgoing CEO Kasper Rorsted, betting on his ability to replicate its crosstown rival's comeback.

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Mayor Turner Thanks Houston For Successful Astros Parade

More than one million people lined the streets of downtown Houston to celebrate the 2022 World Series Champions during a 1.7-mile parade that included marching bands, players, and confetti-lined streets.