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Alief ISD 9 min read

Superintendent Dr. Anthony Mays’ Week Ahead – December 8, 2025

The holiday season offers an opportunity to show more kindness and consideration for others than we often do for ourselves. After all, th…

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Community 4 min read

4 the Record E-Newsletter

DECEMBER 2025 A Holiday Message from Commissioner Lesley Briones Dear Chris, The holidays are my favorite time of the year. The joyful sp…

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Community 1 min read

AliefVotes: Disaster Preparedness Workshop, Dec. 6

THIS SATURDAY Everyone is invited to our Disaster Preparedness Workshop focused on policy. Join us this Saturday, December 6, 2025, at th…

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Alief ISD 9 min read

Superintendent Dr. Anthony Mays’ Week Ahead – December 1, 2025

Welcome back, Team Alief. I hope everyone enjoyed reconnecting with family and friends. I was glad to see members of Team Alief throughou…

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City of Houston 1 min read

Tzu Chi USA: Drive-Thru Food Distribution, Dec. 6

Providing free groceries to those in need in the community.

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City of Houston 15 min read

The Thomas Telegraph – Happy Holidays | Vol. 7, Issue 22

Vol. 7, Issue 22- 11.28.2025 Dear Friends, As you settle in with leftovers and holiday movies, I want to share a few reflections about co…

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Alief ISD 8 min read

Superintendent Dr. Anthony Mays’ Week Ahead – November 17, 2025

I am happy to share that our partnership with our local Salvation Army is still going strong, and they remain committed to supporting Ali…

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Community 1 min read

Alief Thanksgiving Senior Food Delivery, Nov. 23

THIS SUNDAY Seniors & Residents with Disabilities in Alief: No one deserves to go hungry. If you would like food delivered to you on …

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Community 1 min read

HPD: Citywide PIP Meeting, Nov. 18

This presentation will provide practical strategies to stay alert and safe this Holiday Season, and discover how Victim Services can supp…

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Community 12 min read

Superintendent Dr. Anthony Mays’ Week Ahead – November 10, 2025

Congratulations to our Fine Arts and Career and Technology Teams and our staff at the William Marshall Center for a job well done. They h…

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Community 1 min read

Join Us for a Workshop on Your New Tracy Gee Community Center, Nov. 12

Tracy Gee Community Center has been the heart of this neighborhood for decades – together, we’ll ensure it remains a vibrant …

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Community 1 min read

Tzu Chi USA: Drive-Thru Food Distribution, Nov. 22

1 Providing free groceries to those in need in the community.

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