Attendees will experience more than a dozen contests and hands-on workshops, from competitive phở to a six-hour robotics build, plus an expanded Artist Alley, as the Vietnamese Culture and Science Association marks 35 years of service. HOUSTON, TX (August 24, […]
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Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Houston alumnus and Royal High School football standout Justin Cryer gives back to the Club that supported him
HOUSTON, August 21, 2026 – Justin “Juice” Cryer, a Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Houston (BGCGH) alumnus and former Royal High School football standout, recently presented a $1,000 gift to the Royal Boys & Girls Club in appreciation of the […]
NATIONAL 811 DAY IS AUGUST 11 – KNOW WHAT’S BELOW. CALL 811 BEFORE YOU DIG
Explorer Pipeline Offers Safe Digging Tips for Late Summer Projects to Protect Underground Utilities HOUSTON – August marks National Safe Digging Month, and Explorer Pipeline is reminding homeowners, landowners and farmers across Texas that every digging project – no matter how small – begins with […]
Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo to Host Community Budget 101 Town Hall
Harris County, TX, August 7, 2026 – Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo will host an interactive community town hall on the budget process. Residents will have the chance to learn how the Harris County budget is developed, understand this year’s budget […]
Communities In Schools of Houston Offers Guidance to Help Families Start the School Year Strong
Nonprofit encourages healthy habits for student success across all grade levels Houston, August 5, 2026 – Communities In Schools (CIS) of Houston, a leading nonprofit supporting students and families across multiple Houston-area school districts, encourages parents and guardians to help students […]
DPS Calls on Texans to Help Keep Students Safe This School Year
AUSTIN – As students head back to the classroom, the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) reminds all Texans to exercise heightened caution and adhere to safety measures implemented to protect students, staff and fellow drivers this school year. This […]
Houston Grand Opera Presents Music-Stories-OPERA!
September 22 through 24 at Miller Outdoor Theatre Company to host free interactive program in the park What: Houston Grand Opera (HGO) will present Music-Stories-OPERA!, a free program for students and families, daily from Tuesday through Thursday, September 22 through 24, at […]
Hey, Katy—Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Are Taking Over Houston This Weekend
Katy Families Can See Hot Wheels Monster Trucks in Houston KATY, TX — Looking for a weekend adventure outside Katy? We found a high-energy family event happening in downtown Houston that may be worth the drive. Hot Wheels Monster Trucks […]
Commissioner Lesley Briones Advances Public Safety with Competitive Pay for Law Enforcement Agencies
Historic pay parity investment cuts law enforcement agencies’ turnover in half HARRIS COUNTY, TX (July 31, 2026) – Commissioner Lesley Briones and Harris County law enforcement leaders celebrated new data showing the landmark pay parity investment approved by Commissioners Court in […]
A Multi-Faith Call for a Just & Prosperous Future for All
August 23, 2 p.m., online Calling people of all faith & spiritual traditions to come together to speak for justice. We will learn about & take action on economic dignity, healthcare for all, racial justice, peacebuilding, climate justice, a clean […]
