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City of Houston 12 min read

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

Vol. 7, Issue 9 – 5.9.2025 Dear Friends, I greet you in friendship and service with several important updates related to infrastru…

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Community 1 min read

Tzu Chi USA: Drive-Thru Food Distribution, May 17

Providing free groceries to those in need in the community.

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Community 1 min read

AAPI Heritage Month Celebration and Cricket Field Day, May 17

Samosas + Chai | Food Trucks | Inflatables Foam Party | Live DJ | Activities For All Ages

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Community 1 min read

AliefVotes: Mother’s Day Card Writing, May 10

This Saturday! AliefVotes, Empowered Girlhood, and partners proudly present a community-driven mother’s day workshop. Come write cards …

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City of Houston 5 min read

4 the Record E-Newsletter: Preparing You for a Safe and Fun Summer

MAY 2025 Kids across Harris County are counting down the days until summer break — dreaming of adventure and fun summer days. At my hom…

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Alief ISD 7 min read

Superintendent Dr. Anthony Mays’ Week Ahead – May 5, 2025

What an exciting weekend for Alief ISD. Sunday night, Abigail Eliezer, Klentzman Art Teacher won the HEB Lifetime Achievement Award. We a…

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Community 1 min read

HCPH: Wellness on Wheels, May 17

Join us for affordable health services plus free entertainment for the whole family!

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Community 1 min read

AliefVotes: Volunteer with Us – Homelessness Initiative

This Saturday! AliefVotes, District F, and Trailblazers proudly present a community-driven initiative to support our homeless neighbors i…

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City of Houston 2 min read

Council Member Sallie Alcorn Wants Your 2 Cents

City departments are currently analyzing how to spend Houston’s operating budget. By completing this survey, you are helping me und…

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Community 1 min read

International District Recycling Day, June 7

Document Shredding | Computers | Components | Electronics | TVs

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Alief ISD 5 min read

Superintendent Dr. Anthony Mays’ Week Ahead – April 28, 2025

Recently, a voucher bill moved to the Governor’s desk to authorize the spending of public dollars in private schools. This politica…

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Community 1 min read

Business Owners: Learn How AI Can Help Grow Your Business Meeting, April 30

Unlock the secrets.

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