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The Thomas Telegraph: Vol. 2, Issue 34 – 10-08-2021

Vol. 2, Issue 34 – 10.08.21 BREAST CANCER AWARENESS MONTH We want to ensure you all are informed of resources offered throughout …

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We are all Better. Together.

July 2021 Combating COVID in Houston B.T. – Street Connect! Another school year is upon us! The BT COVID Health Education Team fo…

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Community 1 min read

Town Hall Meeting with Congressman Al Green This Friday by Registration Only

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City of Houston 1 min read

The Thomas Telegraph: Vol. 2, Issue 33 – Special Edition on National Night Out

Vol. 2, Issue 33 – 10.05.21 JOIN YOUR COMMUNITIES TONIGHT! Several National Night Out events are taking place throughout District …

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Community 5 min read

Reminder: Last Day to Apply for the $5,000-$25,000 Harris County Small Business Relief Fund

E-Newsletter | October 4, 2021 NOW OPEN FOR APPLICATIONS $10,000 GRANTS ARE AVAILABLE $10,000 GRANTS ARE AVAILABLE IN THE HOUSTON MARKET …

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Alief ISD 1 min read

Important Message from Alief ISD

Superintendent Chambers presents information about the Alief ISD Bond Referendum on November 2, 2021. Early voting begins October 18, 202…

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Community 1 min read

East Meets Western Dinner, Dance, and Auction, Oct. 16

Come experience the blending of two cultures! Enjoy a seated family style dinner, starting at 7 P.M. followed with a live and silent auct…

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Community 3 min read

South Texas College of Law Houston Legal Clinic Students Help Tenants Avoid Evictions

South Texas College of Law offers support for tenants at upcoming Keep Harris Housed event in Alief Free event will help Houston-area ren…

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City of Houston 10 min read

Three Women-Led Art Commissions Coming to Landmark Alief Neighborhood Center

Alief Swarm by Bennie Flores Ansell HOUSTON – The Mayor’s Office of Cultural Affairs (MOCA) is pleased to announce three pu…

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Community 1 min read

Announcement: Fall Festival Canceled

The International Management District will not be holding its Fall Festival this year. The board believes it is best to hold off until ne…

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City of Houston 4 min read

Houston Health Department urges people to get flu shot now

Flu Shots The Houston Health Department encourages everyone ages six months and older to protect themselves, their family and community b…

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City of Houston 7 min read

The Thomas Telegraph: Vol. 2, Issue 31 – 09-23-2021

Vol. 2, Issue 32 – 09.24.21 FROM THE DESK OF COUNCIL MEMBER TIFFANY D. THOMAS Dear Friends: Autumn is here, and I hope you enjoy t…

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