The 2026 Greater Houston LGBTQ+ Community Summit brings dozens of organizations together for a free, two-day gathering focused on wellness,…
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Observed November 13 through 19, Transgender Awareness Week encourages education, visibility, and solidarity ahead of Transgender Day of Remembrance, which…
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As the federal shutdown halts November SNAP benefits, Houston Food Bank is distributing food to about 15,000 households weekly, offering…
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