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World Corporate Games, Nov. 16-19

To learn more watch this video or visit http://www.wcghouston.com/

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City of Houston
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2017 Home Elevation Grants

The City of Houston, in partnership with the Texas Water Development Board, will submit a grant application on behalf of interested homeo…

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Chamber Monthly Meeting, Aug. 11

Ever get tired of keeping up with your receipts and mileages for your business? We can help! August 11, 2017 7PM Do not forget to bring y…

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Community News
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Tools for Starting or Growing Your Business?

Join the SBA Houston District Office and FranNet for a FREE WEBINAR. If you would like to start or expand your small business, SBA has th…

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Community
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Sales Tax Free Weekend is August 11-13

Support your favorite local business and save $$ – Sales Tax Free Weekend is August 11-13. – School Supplies – Clothing…

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Community
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McDonald’s Education Workshop, Aug 26

Helping you to achieve a better future through education. Free admission. Free lunch. Early registration welcome!

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City of Houston
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Severe overcrowding at BARC: More than 500 dogs and 200 cats in animal shelter’s care

Special $1 Pet Adoptions This Weekend to Help Save Lives HOUSTON- BARC is bursting at the seams with dogs and cats: More than 500 dogs an…

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Community
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Top 10 Restaurants in Alief

By Alice Levitt, Houstonia Southwest Houston is more than just “Little Saigon,” and we’ve got a diverse line-up of dining options t…

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Alief ISD
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Alief Community School Supply Drive

With less than 30 days until Alief students return to the classroom, the Annual Heads UP Houston Alief Community School Supply Drive, is …

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Alief ISD
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Think Outside the Box! BoxBot Contest

Middle school students in the Alief ISD summer program enjoyed a futuristic change of pace this past July. They had 10 days to Think Outs…

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Community
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Raise Awareness: Sound the Alarm – Save a Life

1) Every day, 7 people die from home fires. 2) Home fires kill more people every year than all other disasters combined. 3) Smoke alarms …

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Community
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HUBZone Set-Aside Program Webinar

What is the HUBZone Set-Aside Program Join the SBA Houston District Office Business Opportunity Specialists for a webinar about the HUBZo…

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