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TEXANS FIT ANNOUNCES NEW LOCATION IN MEYERLAND

HOUSTON – The Houston Texans today announced the opening of their third Texans Fit location in Meyerland. Opening Spring 2021, Houston will be able to train like the pros at the newest team-themed state-of-the-art fitness center in Meyerland Plaza in Houston, Texas; following the opening of the first two Texans Fit locations this past fall in Katy and Rosenberg.

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Celebrate Independence Day with American-Made Tees and Seasonal Savings

Austin-based blank apparel retailer, Threadsy, announces a Fourth of July campaign featuring apparel made in the USA and 40% off select accessories. Just in time for Independence Day gatherings, people can shop and save on totes, coolers, hats, and other must-have gear.

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St. Louis City firefighter who died from COVID-19 to be laid to rest today

St. Louis City's fire department is mourning one of their own lost to COVID-19. The fire department said, "It is with deep sorrow and profound sadness that we announce the Line of Duty death of St. Louis Firefighter Rodney Heard."

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Biden to travel to Houston on Friday in the wake of extreme weather and power outages

President Joe Biden and first lady Jill Biden will travel to Houston on Friday as Texas works to recover from major winter storms and power outages.

Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee on the Haitian Border Situation

Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee: Members of Congress should visit the border to see the Haitian migrant situation for themselves so that it is not misrepresented to the American people and to stop others from seeking to blame the Biden Administration. This pending crisis can be resolved with the work that is already being completed by the Biden Administration. Congress should be eager and receptive to assist.

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Actor Stanley Tucci reveals he had cancer but was successfully treated

Actor, author, director, food-lover, sexy bartender and dancer (see "Shall We Dance") Stanley Tucci has revealed that he had cancer about three years ago, but it's been successfully treated.

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Second defendant sentenced to 30 years in prison for murdering 7-year-old Jazmine Barnes

The second of two men responsible for the 2018 drive-by shooting death of 7-year-old Jazmine Barnes has been sentenced to 30 years in prison for murder, Harris County District Attorney Kim Ogg announced Thursday.

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Chuck E. Cheese Hosts Halloween-themed "Sensory Sensitive Sunday" in Houston

Spooky season is upon us, but families can party from now until the end of October as every day is Halloween at Chuck E. Cheese’s Halloween Boo-tacular. The Boo-tacular experience includes a spooky new menu including Pumpkin-shaped Pepperoni Pizza and Slime Cookie, Halloween-themed, age-appropriate décor and family-friendly events, happening until Oct. 31.

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Congressman Al Green Joins U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra for MD Anderson Cancer Moon Shots Event

“I am honored to welcome Secretary Becerra to Houston and accompany him on a tour of MD Anderson, a premier institution for cancer care and research of international renown. Since 1944, MD Anderson has welcomed nearly 1.8 million people for cancer care and in 2021 alone cared for over 174,000 patients,” Congressman Al Green stated. “One of MD Anderson’s most ambitious cancer detection, prevention, and treatment initiatives is the Moon Shots Program launched in 2012. Inspired by President Kennedy’s promise 60 years ago to put a man on the moon, the goal of this program is to drastically reduce cancer mortality and suffering in 13 cancer types, which will form the basis for future treatment of all cancer types.”

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New Location for Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra with Wynton Marsalis Concert

JAZZ HOUSTON PRESENTS THE JAZZ AT LINCOLN CENTER ORCHESTRA (JLCO) WITH WYNTON MARSALIS HOUSTON RESIDENCY NEW LOCATION: Kinder High School for the Performing and Visual Arts 790 Austin Street @ Rusk Tuesday, November 1, 2022 at 10:30 a.m.

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Mindy Kaling isn't bothered by speculation that B.J. Novak is the father of her children

Mindy Kaling has never publicly revealed the father of her two children, but she's not troubled by speculation that their other parent is former beau and "The Office" star B.J. Novak, she said in a new interview.

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HHSC Launches Dedicated Spanish-Language Healthy Texas Kids Channel on YouTube

The Texas Health and Human Services Commission is launching Niños Sanos de Texas (Healthy Texas Kids), a new YouTube channel for Spanish-speaking children. The made-for-kids videos include topics like improving nutrition, physical health, and boosting physical activity.

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Al Roker set to return to 'Today' after hospitalizations

Al Roker's colleagues shared the good news Tuesday that the beloved weatherman will be back on the air soon.

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Houston Texans fire head coach Lovie Smith after one season

The Houston Texans have fired head coach Lovie Smith after just one season in charge, the team announced on Sunday. The Texans finished the year with a 3-13-1 record.

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Free Comic Book Day Returns on May 7!

Thousands of free comics will be given away, in addition to comic creator signings, cosplay photo-ops, local artists, and more!

Bedrock City Comic Co., a chain of six comic book and pop culture stores in the greater Houston area, will be hosting FREE COMIC BOOK DAY. Six of their locations (Galleria, Spring, Clear Lake, Heights, Sugar Land, Katy) will welcome thousands of attendees for the annual event.

The Houston HBCU Alumni Association - HHBCUAA Will Hosts Its Annual “HBCU Awareness Counselors Summit” Friday, July 22, 2022 Buffalo Soldiers National Museum

The Houston HBCU Alumni Association HHBCUAA will host its Annual “HBCU Awareness Counselors Summit” on Friday, July 22, 2022, from 10am – 1pm at the Historic Buffalo Soldiers National Museum, 3816 Caroline St., 77004. The event is “SOLD OUT” with representation from the Greater Houston Area High School Districts!

Houston Health Department now offering COVID-19 vaccines for children six months and older

Children as young as six months old are now eligible for a COVID-19 vaccine at any of the Houston Health Department’s four health centers.

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"Coffee//Koolaid" Artist Viktor Givens Plumbs Cultural Data to Recreate Black Customs and History

Viktor Givens, a multimodal performance artist, brings his creative arts initiative project “Coffee// Kool Aid & the Tabernacle of (Re)Memory” to the Community Artists’ Collective March 5 through April 23.

Bad Bunny is offering a chance to stay in his lux trailer

Bad Bunny will open the trailer doors to his distinct 53-foot matte black semi-truck for an overnight Airbnb stay.