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A Celebration Of Excellence: The Prestige Weekend In Houston

Leaders Esteem Christian Bible University annual prestige event is expected to expand into a weekend of excellence.

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Celebrating the Life and Legacy of Yvette 'Ms. Chag' Chargois, Houston's Beacon of Community Spirit

Houston bids a poignant farewell to the esteemed Yvette 'Ms. Chag' Chargois, a dedicated community luminary whose impactful journey touched the city's soul, as we gather in reverence to celebrate her life at St. Mary’s Catholic Church on November 17, commemorating a legacy woven with devotion, leadership, and grace.

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Timeless Luxury Unveiled: Explore the Enchanting Hyatt Regency Hill Country Resort and Spa's $50 Million Renovation and Alluring Amenities

Embark on a journey of timeless luxury as you explore the enchanting Hyatt Regency Hill Country Resort and Spa, which unveils its allure through a remarkable $50 million renovation and a host of alluring amenities.

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U.S. veterans use art to help female Afghan soldiers who fled their country process their pain

In a sunlit gallery high above Manhattan, artist Jenn Hassin is trying to repurpose the tattered threads of lives unraveled.

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How a nullified election in Connecticut became a rallying cry for Trump supporters

An illegal voting scheme in Bridgeport, Connecticut, has become a rallying cry for former President Donald Trump and his supporters who are still pushing false claims about 2020 election security and trying to sow doubts ahead of the 2024 presidential contest.

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All Access Art Show, LLC. Reveals Groundbreaking Mural Initiative in Collaboration with the U.S. Army

All Access Art Show LLC Reveals Groundbreaking Mural Initiative in Collaboration with the U.S. Army to Foster Interest in Military Service within Houston's Latino community.

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Orgulloso De Nuestra Comunidad: All Access Art Show And US Army Collaborates With MECA’S 23rd Annual Día de Muertos Festival

The All Access Art Show, LLC. collaborates with Houston-based U.S. Army Battalion and local Latino artists, to design and implement a city-wide community initiative that involves the engagement of High School students and/or college students to participate and contribute to the development of a mural, or a series of murals, that visually depict the seven core Army values of Loyalty, Duty, Respect, Selfless Service, Honor, Integrity, and Personal Courage (L.D.R.S.H.I.P.) in order to promote positive values and personal growth among young adults within the Houston Latino community.

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NAREB's 2023 State of Housing In Black America Report Finds Shortage of Housing Inventory Adds to

Among Factors Restricting Black Homeownership are Lower Wealth and Median Incomes, Unfavorable Housing Market Conditions, Shortage of Housing Stock, and Institutional Bias

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Tracy Chapman wins CMA Award for ‘Fast Car’ decades after song’s debut

Tracy Chapman continues to make history with her 1988 hit “Fast Car” after winning song of the year at Wednesday’s Country Music Awards.

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House Republicans struggle with government funding as shutdown looms

Newly minted Speaker Mike Johnson is running smack dab into the same spending problems that plagued his predecessor, raising the prospects of a government shutdown if Congress doesn’t act between now and next Friday and further exposing divisions within the conference.

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Legal, Grassroots Gains Against ‘Most Pervasive Violence’

50 years ago, a domestic violence survivor wanting to tell someone about their abuse could expect silence.

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Battling the Politics of Hate Head-On

Recap of Biscuits, Grits and Politics forum

In the second Biscuits Grits and Politics (BGP) event of the year, representatives from a variety of ethnic groups spoke to audience members about how different communities can come together as one in the face of hate.

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Harris Health Dedicates Permanent Site for COVID-19 Pandemic Memorial Exhibit

Nearly 1,000 photographs of people who died during the COVID-19 pandemic from greater Houston are now permanently memorialized on the walls of Harris Health Quentin Mease Health Center through an art exhibit called Living ICONS, A Commemoration of Victims of Houston’s COVID-19 Pandemic, by Houston artist Joni Zavitsano.

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Up Norway’s New Nordic Wellness Journey through Scandinavia Combines Pioneering Happiness Traditions, Sleep Therapy, Nature-Inspired Spa Treatments, Forest Bathing, Underwater Sauna, Soft Adventure &

Norway’s Leading Sustainable Luxury Travel Curator Now Extends Planning Services into Denmark and Sweden

Up Norway, a leading curator of sustainable luxury travel, is now offering a 15-day Nordic Wellness Journey through Scandinavia. Exploring some of the most sustainable destinations in the world, including Gothenburg, Bergen, and Copenhagen, Up Norway now extends its planning services beyond the Norwegian borders. The heralded company’s newest offering invites travelers to experience the traditional Nordic wellness practices that contribute to the region’s consistent ranking atop the Global Happiness Index alongside unique gastronomic experiences, mental and physical activity, sleep therapy, and more.

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Houston OEM Announces First Preparedness Manager For Vulnerable Communities

The Houston Office of Emergency Management (OEM) is excited to announce the creation of a new position, the Emergency Preparedness Manager for Vulnerable Communities. This position focuses on integrating the needs of people with Disabilities, Access, and Functional Needs into City emergency plans, educating these communities on how to prepare for disasters, and serving as an important liaison with the Mayor’s Office for People with Disabilities (MoPD).

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Union Pacific Begins Additional Vapor Testing in Houston’s Fifth Ward

Vapor testing is an integral component of Union Pacific’s ongoing commitment to community safety

Union Pacific today began testing the groundwater near the former Houston Wood Preserving Works (HWPW) site for vapors to determine whether chemicals once used to treat wood railroad ties are evaporating and impacting the air in nearby homes and businesses.

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U.S. Navy Band presents clarinet chamber recital

Musician 1st Class Christopher Rueda, from Mason, Ohio, and Musician 1st Class Chanse Morris, from Houston, Texas, perform with the U.S. Navy Band clarinet section

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Jet Setters Ball '23: Lone Star Flight Museum Pays Tribute to Founder Robert L. Waltrip

The Lone Star Flight Museum is hosting the Jet Setter’s Ball ’23 on Saturday, Nov. 11. This year’s fundraising gala will pay tribute to Robert L. Waltrip, the museum’s founder, and will recognize his accomplishments, philanthropy and life in an evening filled with more than 500 guests and supporters.

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Five Houston Restaurants and Businesses Honoring Veterans with Free Meals and More this Veterans Day

As Veterans Day approaches this Saturday, November 11, those who have served, and currently serve, in the US Armed Forces will be celebrated for their service and valor and recognized with special offers and discounts at establishments across the country.

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Houston Rides In Style - METRO's Cutting-Edge Bus Shelters Redefine Public Transit

Houston is on the move, and METRO is keeping pace with a rollout of state- of-the-art bus shelters that promise to revolutionize public transit. In a landmark move celebrated by METRO leaders, officials, and community enthusiasts, the city welcomed the first in a new wave of bus shelters, boasting modern amenities and eco-friendly designs.Houston is on the move, and METRO is keeping pace with a rollout of state- of-the-art bus shelters that promise to revolutionize public transit. In a landmark move celebrated by METRO leaders, officials, and community enthusiasts, the city welcomed the first in a new wave of bus shelters, boasting modern amenities and eco-friendly designs.