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Commissioner Rodney Ellis, Street Olympics Board Members to Host Final Event Featuring 1,200 Youth Athletes Competing in Street Games like Hula Hoop, Jump Rope and Foot Races

Games Help Improve Youth’s Confidence, Self-esteem and Leadership Abilities

Youth athletes from 55 agencies participating in the Harris County Street Olympics Summer Games will vie for medals on Friday, August 5 at the Final Event, which features exciting competition in so-called street games hosted by the nonprofit organization and Commissioner Rodney Ellis.

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Rockets' Jalen Green is Ready to Shed the "Rookie" Label

The media huddled around the Houston Rockets practice facility microphone, still laughing about rookie Alperen Sengun’s favorite English phrase he learned during his first year in the United States. Another young man walks in with a massive smile on his face and greets everyone in his presence.

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Visit CIityCentre to Shop, Dine, and Experience Something New!

Houston-based Midway, a privately owned, fully integrated real estate investment and development firm, is pleased to announce that CITYCENTRE and its dynamic lineup of tenants are providing guests with new offerings and promotions through June 30, 2023. The premier mixed-use destination for upscale shopping, dining, and entertainment is elevating the experience for everyone visiting or living at CITYCENTRE.

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Girl Scouts of San Jacinto Council Delights Cookie Fans with Mega Drop Events

The Girl Scouts of San Jacinto Council (GSSJC) has ushered in the much-anticipated cookie season with a series of exhilarating Cookie Mega Drop events across the Houston area. Beginning on Jan. 31 and culminating with the first day of sales on Feb. 10, these mega drops epitomize the spirit of teamwork and excitement as scouts eagerly prepare to share their delectable treats with the community.

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Hispanic Heritage Month: A Time For Reflection

I am often excited when Hispanic Heritage Month comes around. My social media fun facts regarding the contributions of the Hispanic/Latinx communities tend to be a little overboard, but hey, somebody has to tell it since our public education history books don’t really do our people any justice. Correct me if I’m wrong here, but I believe we get a chapter on civil rights and farm labor leaders Cesar Chavez and Dolores Huerta, and let’s not forget Texas History’s rendition of Santa Anna and the Alamo.

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Jerry Philips named Political Advisor for Texas for Biden-Harris Campaign

I’m pleased to forward the announcement of the selection of Jerry Philips (my executive director when I co-chaired the Texas House Democratic Campaign Committee) as Political Advisor for Texas for the Biden-Harris Presidential Campaign.

Applications Being Accepted for This Year’s Bird City Texas Program

The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) and Audubon Texas are now accepting applications for the Bird City Texas Program’s (BCT) community certification. Communities selected each year must meet certain criteria showing how their city is working to protect birds and their habitat.

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Adrian Garcia to Host Town Hall on Wednesday Focused on Flood Protection; Featured Speaker is Jim Blackburn

Former Sheriff Adrian Garcia, candidate for Harris County Commissioner, Precinct 2, will host a town hall meeting on Wednesday evening focused on protecting our homes and families from flooding. The featured speaker is environmental lawyer Jim Blackburn.

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11-Time Grammy Award-Winner Kenny “Babyface” Edmonds Announces Winter Performances at The Mirage in Las Vegas

Kenny “Babyface” Edmonds will bring his sexy, smooth and soulful sound to The Mirage Hotel & Casino December 27 – 29, 2019 and January 17 – 19, 2020 at 7:30 p.m. at the Terry Fator Theatre. Tickets for this limited engagement will go on sale Tuesday, Oct. 22 at 10 a.m. PT.

Mayor Turner's Statement on Voter Registration Card Shortage in Texas

Mayor Sylvester today issued the following statement in response to reports that the Texas Secretary of State's office will distribute fewer voter registration forms to groups ahead of elections this year.

Alley Theatre Hosts Young Actor Auditions for A Christmas Carol

Calling all young actors ages 5 to 13 to be considered for Rob Melrose’s magical new adaptation of the heart-warming holiday classic

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Solid Waste Management Department Collection and Facility Schedule for July 4th, 2023

Mayor Pro Tem Dave Martin would like to make residents aware of the collection and facility schedule changes for the upcoming Independence Day federal holiday.

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Fort Bend County Judge Hosts AAPI Festival Celebrating Asian American and Pacific Islander Culture

Fort Bend County Judge KP George's Office is proud to announce the second Annual AAPI Festival, a vibrant celebration of the Asian American and Pacific Islander Culture. This event aims to unite the community together through food, performances, history, art, and education.

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Harris County DA's Office: 75-Year-Old Houston Child Molester Sentenced to 20 Years in Prison

A 75-year-old child molester has been sentenced to 20 years in prison for sexually assaulting a 5-year-old in 2011, Harris County District Attorney Kim Ogg announced.

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Democrat Lauren Ashley Simmons Announces Campaign for Texas State Representative, District 146

Union organizer and HISD parent advocate is running to unseat Shawn Thierry

Lauren Ashley Simmons, a union organizer and HISD parent advocate, announced her campaign for Texas State Representative, District 146 today. Simmons will run in the Democratic primary election on March 5, 2024, against the incumbent representative, Shawn Thierry.

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Ryan Reynolds and Blake Lively 'deeply and unreservedly sorry' for plantation wedding

Ryan Reynolds says he and his wife, Blake Lively, still feel sorry about holding their 2012 wedding on a former plantation in South Carolina.

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These are the victims of the Florida yoga studio shooting

Police have identified the women who were killed Friday when a gunman stormed a yoga studio in Tallahassee, Florida, and opened fire.

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Justin Timberlake sells his entire music catalog

Justin Timberlake sold his entire song catalog to a Blackstone-backed management company, joining a wave of recent mega stars who are selling the rights to their music for big bucks.

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Great Run Comes to an End

Prairie View A&M loses to Fairleigh Dickinson in the first game of the 2019 NCAA tournament

As I stepped on the illustrious campus of Prairie View A&M University in the fall of 1997, I will never forget that sense of pride and family atmosphere I felt run through my body. It was like the spirits of the “Unknown 8” (The first known class of the Alta Vista Agriculture & Mechanical College for Colored Youth who enrolled and began their studies March 11, 1878) was walking with me. Until you have been on the first state supported college in Texas for African Americans and the second oldest public institution of higher education in the state, you won’t know the jubilation of screaming out, “Who Ya Rooting For” at all sporting events.

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Democrats Helped Push Needed Resources Into the Economic Stimulus Package to Keep Families First

“As a senior member of the House Committee on Homeland Security which is responsible for the domestic health security of our nation and the Budget Committee, we continue to put Families First in our efforts to stimulate the economy. The current negotiated Senate bill is not perfect, but it does put families first above big corporate interest”