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May 8, 2025

Daily Update​s

Robert Cardinal Prevost From Chicago Named Pope

[Photo: Yara Nardi/Reuters] In a historic move that has captivated the attention of the global Catholic community, Robert Cardinal Prevost from Chicago has been named the new Pope. This announcement marks a significant moment for the Catholic Church, as it ushers in a new era of leadership and vision. Known

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State Representative Charlene Ward Johnson

Hi, everyone, this is Charlene Ward Johnson. I am so honored to be serving as your State Representative. As your State Rep, I want to update all my constituents on how I serve you. I will send out a monthly newsletter informing you of what is happening in HD 139.

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CONSTABLE RYAN GABLE TO BE HONORED AT TEAM ABILITIES EVENT, MAY 15

TEAM Abilities matches passion of Constable Ryan Gable, honoring him at their 15-year Anniversary Event. TEAM Abilities, a Montgomery County HCS provider serving adults with special needs, will be celebrating its 15-year anniversary Thursday, May 15. The agency will be offering an Open House and Anniversary Celebration by honoring Constable

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National News

[Photo: Yara Nardi/Reuters] In a historic move that has captivated the attention of the global Catholic community, Robert Cardinal Prevost from Chicago has been named the new Pope. This announcement marks a significant moment for the Catholic Church, as it ushers in a new era of leadership and vision. Known for his dedication and...

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Harris Health Northwest 50th Anniversary

WHAT: Harris Health celebrates 50 years of providing health and specialty care to the residents of northwest Houston and the Heights. WHEN: Saturday, May 3,

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HOUSTON HOUSING AUTHORITY ANNOUNCES UPCOMING UPDATES TO VOUCHER WAITLISTS

By:Cynthia Hurrington The Houston Housing Authority (HHA) today announced upcoming updates to the Hous- ing Choice voucher and project-based subsidy waitlists. These updates are part

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By: Travis McGee All across our city we often hear the term “Affordable Housing” and you also see so- called affordable hous- ing projects thrown

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CONSTABLE RYAN GABLE TO BE HONORED AT TEAM ABILITIES EVENT, MAY 15

TEAM Abilities matches passion of Constable Ryan Gable, honoring him at their 15-year Anniversary Event. TEAM Abilities, a Montgomery County HCS provider serving adults with

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By:Jarvis Johnson When did we start expecting so little from our elected officials? Or perhaps the better question is—have candidates become so underwhelming that voters

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Sixteen Fort Bend ISD students were named recipients of this year’s $2,500 National Merit Scholarships by the National Merit Scholarship Corporation (NMSC®) today, bringing the

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