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Biden set to announce he's moving deadline for all US adults to be eligible for Covid vaccine to April 19

President Joe Biden plans to announce Tuesday that he is moving up his deadline for states to make all American adults eligible for a coronavirus vaccine by almost two weeks.

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After death of Covid-denying president, Tanzania sets roadmap to combat the virus

Tanzania's coronavirus response is getting serious, two months after the death of the country's Covid-denying president.

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Women are finally driving Moscow's subway trains after a decades-long ban

Trains on the Moscow's famous Metro subway system will now be driven by women, after a decades-long ban on female drivers was overturned.

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Refugee Services of Texas Welcomes New CFO with Track Record of Non-Profit, Humanitarian Success

Refugee Services of Texas, one of the state’s leading refugee resettlement programs and supporters of human trafficking victims has announced David McKeever Jr. will take over as the organization’s new chief financial officer. McKeever is a highly respected and talented financial professional who has made his mark in a variety of non-profit sectors across the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex.

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Make your Event an Experience at The Gallery Event Studio -- Now Open in EaDo

Make your Event an Experience at The Gallery Event Studio -- Now Open in EaDo

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Sunrise Movement endorses Jennifer Carroll Foy for Virginia governor

Sunrise Movement, the progressive youth-led climate activist group, on Monday announced it is endorsing Jennifer Carroll Foy in the Virginia gubernatorial race.

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Comerica Bank Selected as a 2021 Leaders in Financial Education Award Winner by the Texas Bankers Foundation

Comerica Bank has been selected as one of four Leaders in Financial Education Award (LiFE) winners by the Texas Bankers Foundation. The bank was recently honored at the Texas Bankers Association’s 136th Annual Convention in Austin during a special awards luncheon on August 26.

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Harris County DA: Final MS-13 gang member sentenced for fatal ambush of witness

Final MS-13 gang member sentenced for fatal ambush of witness Defendant is seventh of seven defendants convicted

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Planet Fitness Opens New Club Location in Houston’s Greater OST/South Union Community

The new club will complement the vibrant and convenient lifestyle that Greater OST/South Union is known for

Houston Fitness Partners, LLC, a Planet Fitness franchisee operating 30+ locations in the Houston metro area, is thrilled to announce the opening of its newest club located at 6102 Scott St in Houston’s Greater OST/South Union community. The innovative health club looks forward to bringing its Judgement Free Zone®, outstanding amenities and affordable prices to Greater OST/South Union residents and providing a one-stop-shop for physical and mental wellness.

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HHSC Encourages Screenings During Breast Cancer Awareness Month

October is Breast Cancer Aware- ness Month and the Texas Health and Human Services Commission is encouraging women to get screened regularly for the disease. “Breast cancer screenings can save a woman’s life and mammograms are the best way to detect breast cancer early, when it is easier to treat,” said Rob Ries, HHS deputy executive commissioner for Family Health Services. “As we bring awareness to this issue, we’re urging women to make time for their health and to get screened regularly.”

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Repeat DWI offender convicted of murder in drunken driving crash

A Houston man with five prior convictions for driving while intoxicated has been convicted of felony murder for killing another driver in a drunken driving crash in 2018, Harris County District Attorney Kim Ogg announced Friday.

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Houston Fund for Social Justice and Economic Equity and Wells Fargo Launch Open for Business Grant Portal

$20 million earmarked for diverse Houston-area small businesses and non-profits Applications accepted August 9 – 23, 2022

The Houston Fund for Social Justice and Economic Equity in partnership with Wells Fargo announced today the launch of the Open for Business Grant portal to distribute $20 million to Houston-area diverse, small businesses and non-profit organizations. Beginning Tuesday, August 9, business owners will have the opportunity to apply for grants ranging between $10,000 and $65,000.

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George Takei, J.J. Abrams and more pay tribute to late 'Star Trek' actress Nichelle Nichols

George Takei and J.J. Abrams paid tribute to the late "Star Trek" actress Nichelle Nichols, who died Saturday at the age of 89.

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Coke's latest bizarre flavor is here

Coca-Cola's latest experimental, limited-time flavor is here. It's called ... wait for it ... Dreamworld. And it tastes like ... dreams?

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Harris County Clerk Helps Families Obtain Vital Records for Back-to-School Birth Certificate Program a Success

The Harris County Clerk’s Office (HCCO) served dozens of families and issued 200 birth certificates during its second annual Back-to-School Birth Certificate Saturday events. This program is dedicated to help families obtain the necessary records to enroll their children in school. So far, HCCO has issued almost 1,200 birth certificates this summer.

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New task force to prevent abuse within Southern Baptist Convention

New changes are in progress for the Southern Baptist Convention after an independent investigation accused several pastors and church leaders of sexual abuse.

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Las Vegas Grand Prix tickets sell out despite $2,000 seats

Formula One is finally heading back to Sin City next November for its first race since the 1980s -- but those wanting to catch sight of the hotly anticipated event had better have a serious chunk of change.

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Women in Film & Television Austin annual fundraiser taking place this Friday, April 14; tickets on sale now

Women in Film & Television Austin, a nonprofit organization that advocates for and empowers women in the media industry, is proud to announce its annual fundraiser event, which will be held this Friday, April 14, 2023 from 6 - 9 p.m. The event will help raise money to support the organization's mission to support and empower members through professional educational programming, networking events, development opportunities, creative collaborations and mentoring.

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First Black woman to be North Carolina Supreme Court chief justice announces Senate bid

Cheri Beasley, the first Black woman to be North Carolina Supreme Court chief justice, launched her 2022 Senate campaign on Tuesday, seeking to break another barrier as the state's first Black senator.

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Hyatt Regency Lost Pines Resort & Spa Provides Romantic Experiences for Valentine’s Day Getaway

Hyatt Regency Lost Pines Resort & Spa, located right outside of Austin and near Bastrop, is providing romantic experiences for couples this Valentine’s Day.