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Superintendent Dr. Anthony Mays’ Week Ahead – May 27, 2025

I hope that everyone had a restful Memorial Weekend! We appreciate our soldiers who have sacrificed for our country, allowing us to enjoy…

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The Alief Insider | May 2025

AliefVotes Newsletter View email in browser Happy May, Alief! This is the Alief Insider, your monthly dose of community opportunities in …

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METRO IAH Downtown Direct Service

Airport travelers encouraged to ride METRO’s direct route to George Bush Intercontinental Airport Heading to the Airport? Ride METR…

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Viet Cultural Fest 2025, Sept. 20

Presented by the Vietnamese Culture & Science Association.

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Tzu Chi USA: Drive-Thru Food Distribution, May 31

Providing free groceries to those in need in the community.

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AliefVotes: Reproductive Education Workshop

This Saturday! AliefVotes, HARP, and local non-profits will host a community reproductive health workshop to ensure Alief is educated and…

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Alief ISD 6 min read

Superintendent Dr. Anthony Mays’ Week Ahead – May 19, 2025

Both Elsik and Hastings had their spring games last week. As we all endured the heat, it was great to see all of the families and communi…

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Immigration Roundtable, May 21

Council Member Tiffany D. Thomas Hosts Inaugural Immigration Roundtable to Launch U.S. Africa Diaspora Summit Houston City Council Member…

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AliefVotes & District F Present: Youth Conference, June 14

Open to EVERYONE in Houston: Learn about the Alief community, connect with civic leaders, and learn about how you can take action!

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City of Houston 3 min read

The Thomas Telegraph | Vol. 7, Issue 9 – May 9, 2025

Council Member Tiffany D. Thomas Hosts Inaugural Immigration Roundtable to Launch U.S. Africa Diaspora Summit Houston City Council Member…

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Community 1 min read

Block Party: Community Revitalization Event, May 28

As part of our initiative to enrich our shared spaces, we’re hosting a community event focused on cleaning, planting, and revitaliz…

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2025 Community Safety & Business Symposium, May 23

Building Trust & Safety Together Legal Protections for Our Businesses Investigating Crimes & Financial Threats

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