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Bowl & Barrel Supports Local Children with Big Hearts, Full Tummies Promotion

For every burger purchased for a child in need, Bowl & Barrel will match it with another from Sept. 17 – Oct. 15

During these trying times, distanced learning has made it increasingly difficult for many children who rely on meals served at public schools to be regularly fed.

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National Museum of Funeral History reveals new exhibit, George H.W. Bush Memorial Exhibit on President’s Day 2020

Connect with key moments in U.S. history. The highly anticipated George H.W. Bush Memorial Exhibit, Honoring the 41st President of the United States, will be revealed on President’s Day, Monday, February 17, 2020.

HISD to offer no-cost flu shots to all students for 2019-2020 school year

The Houston Independent School District is once again partnering with Healthy Schools, LLC, a division of CareDox, to offer no-cost flu vaccines to students during the 2019-2020 school year.

Bobbie Wallace Wright’s exhibition opening in September at The Collective examines the effect of the environment upon memory

“Facing Pages…Bodies of Water,” opens September 5 at the Community Artists’ Collective, with the art of Bobbie Wallace Wright, whose work often intersects and connects the literary, visual and performing arts disciplines.

Hundreds to be Baptized at Second Day of Global Convention

NRG Stadium Hosts Houston’s Second “Love Never Fails”!

Saturday will mark the most important day in the lives of hundreds who will be attending the “Love Never Fails”! International Convention of Jehovah’s Witnesses, as they symbolize their life-long dedication through water baptism at NRG Stadium.

Harris County Law Library Awarded Texas Bar Foundation Grant to Enhance Delivery of Digital Content to Self-Represented Litigants

The Texas Bar Foundation awarded the Harris County Law Library a $16,225 grant to improve access to legal aid resources for self-represented litigants through the Law Library’s Self-Represented Litigant Assistive Technology Initiative.

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MoneyLIVE - Financial Literacy and Scholarship Event for Students

Event promotes education and understanding of various financial concepts

Alliance Financial Ministries, Inc. will host its 7th annual one-day student financial literacy event. This FREE event is for high school students who desire to learn about and prepare for their financial future. MoneyLIVE is a fun interactive, event designed to educate students and engage students in a variety of real-life financial situations in which they have to make decisions.

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New Texas Laws For 2018: Voter ID And A Lot Of Little Tweaks

The 26 new laws that took effect on January 1 include the latest effort at a voter ID law

With the beginning of the new year, a batch of laws passed during the 2017 legislative session have now taken effect. The 26 laws range from a revamped voter ID law to how much milk trucks can haul.

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Downtown Aquarium Celebrates Thanksgiving with Family-Friendly Buffet

Area Residents Invited to Celebrate the Holiday with a Feast of Delicious Food on Thursday, November 23

It’s time to eat turkey, and cranberries too… Just like the pilgrims used to do! Families are invited to the Downtown Aquarium to gobble up some delicious food at the Thanksgiving Buffet on Thursday, November 23, with buffet seating times starting at 10:30 a.m.

She’s Happy Hair and The She’s Happy Foundation Thanksgiving Give Back

On November 25th six families in the Houston area will have a reason to be thankful this Thanksgiving holiday; thanks to a group of black business owners that collaborated to create memorable moments to make a difference in the community.

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JANICE Weaver 7th Annual Blood Drive A Big Success

Here are some photos of the Janice Weaver 7th Annual Blood Drive last Friday at KTSU which was very successfully attended. The an- nual ‘Blood Drive’ event was also a perfect time to salute Houston’s “First Responders” and Chief Sam Pena of HFD, Executive Assistant Chief Troy Finner of HPD, and Dr. David Persse, Medical Director of HHD were all honored for their unselfish service to our Texas community.

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Rockets Acquire Daniel Theis

“Daniel is a versatile center who impacts both ends of the court,” said Rockets general manager Rafael Stone. “We’re looking forward to adding his skillset to our young core and giving Coach Silas even more flexibility with his lineups.”

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Astros Jose Altuve Does On-Field Workouts, But Doesn't Have A TimeTable For Return

“It felt pretty good today,” Altuve said about getting back to baseball-related activities. “Obviously, I took some ground balls, ran a little bit and threw some balls. I felt really, really good.”

2nd Annual RACE FOR THE DOME on Saturday, April 9th, 2022

Race for the Dome benefits the Astrodome Conservancy’s work to preserve and redevelop the landmark Astrodome

Runners, walkers, and Dome-lovers across Houston, Harris County and beyond can now secure a spot to join the Astrodome Conservancy to race around the Astrodome at NRG Park in support of a bright future for the Eighth Wonder of the World.

HISD Transportation Services Job Fair

HISD Transportation Services is offering a $2,000 sign-on stipend to the first 120 CDL drivers (re-hires are not eligible) who are hired and start before August 22, 2022.

Traveling Vintage Market Is Back In Houston!

One of the nation’s most anticipated traveling fashion markets is back on the road for 2022! After surviving a daunting couple of years for live events, ThriftCon is set to grow its cultural footprint as the premier destination to shop secondhand finds. For one day only, guests will be able to scour through unending racks, bins and discounted piles to find the best deals in vintage and thrifted t-shirts, sneakers, hats, outerwear, dresses, accessories, homegoods, collectibles and much, much more — spanning every era from the 1950s all the way to modern releases.

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Prairie View A&M Hires Bubba McDowell As Their New Head Coach

On Tuesday, Prairie View A&M University announced they had hired Leonard “Bubba” McDowell as its new head football coach.

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Harris County Attorney Christian D. Menefee Announces Legal Challenge to New Texas Election Law

Today Harris County Attorney Christian D. Menefee announced that Harris County has filed a lawsuit against Texas officials to challenge the constitutionality of Senate Bill 1750, a recently-passed law that abolishes the nonpartisan elections administrator office in only Harris County and no other county in Texas.

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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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Hair Relaxer Cancer Lawsuit

Law firm filing cases for women harmed by hair relaxers

Recent scientific evidence has pointed to a link between the use of chemical hair relaxers and the development of certain types of cancer. Product liability lawsuits have been filed against major beauty company L’Oreal, alleging that toxic chemicals in their hair relaxers led to an increased risk of uterine cancer. This lawsuit, along with other related claims, will pave the way for victims to pursue a hair relaxer cancer lawsuit.