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Tzu Chi USA: Drive-Thru Food Distribution, June 1

Providing free groceries to those in need in the community.

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Alief ISD 2 min read

Superintendent Dr. Anthony Mays’ Week Ahead – May 20, 2024

This past week we had a significant weather scare and I know that many of you were adversely impacted. I am happy to see most of you are …

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Community 1 min read

Distribution Site, Cooling, and Charging Centers

For more information visit cp4.harriscountytx.gov

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City of Houston 9 min read

The Thomas Telegraph Vol. 6, Issue 9 – May 17, 2024

Vol. 6, Issue 9 – 05.17.2024 The Thomas Telegraph Vol. 6, Issue 9 – May 17, 2024 District F: I hope you spent Mother’s…

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Alief ISD 3 min read

Superintendent Dr. Anthony Mays’ Week Ahead – May 13, 2024

Let’s be diligent in our safety procedures as the school year ends. At times, the closing of the school year can cause an unconscious r…

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Community 2 min read

Vietnamese Community Meeting, May 5 / Buổi Họp Cộng Đồng Người Việt Tháng 5

You’re Invited to our Vietnamese Community Meeting in May, 2024 ________ Kính Mời Quý Vị Tham Gia Buổi Họp Cộng Đồng…

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City of Houston 2 min read

Mayor & council appoint Chairman Wea Lee to Houston First board

Houston First is the public agency working to attract businesses, events and tourists from across the nation and the world. Now the Houst…

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Community 1 min read

VBI Global Conference and Expo, May 9-10, 2024

Building bridges to sustainomics

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Alief ISD 3 min read

Superintendent Dr. Anthony Mays’ Week Ahead – May 6, 2024

May 6-10 is designated as Teacher Appreciation Week. Can you imagine where you would be without a teacher who cared and guided you along …

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City of Houston 3 min read

The Thomas Telegraph Vol. 6, Issue 8 – May 3, 2024

Vol. 6, Issue 8 – 05.03.2024 The Thomas Telegraph Vol. 6, Issue 8 – May 3, 2024 Dear Friends: The 2nd Annual Deed Restrictio…

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Community 1 min read

Chief’s Citywide PIP Meeting, May 14

Elder Abuse impacts individuals of all ages, identities and backgrounds. Come learn about the different types of abuse and what to do if …

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Mental Illness is not a Crime

In partnership with The Harris Center and law enforcement, the District Attorney’s Office ensured 4,000+ mentally ill, non-violent …

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