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Houston’s holiday season is almost here! 🎄✨ Join us for Reliant Presents Deck the Hall on Saturday, December 5, at Hermann Square at City Hall for the Mayor’s Official Holiday Tree Lighting!
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🎄 Saturday, December 5, 2026
⏰ Gates open at 4 p.m.
📍 Hermann Square at City Hall 🎟️ Free and open to the public! Celebrate the magic of the holiday season with us in Downtown Houston! 🎁🌟
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Enjoy an evening featuring R&B supergroup En Vogue as the scheduled headliner, along with performances by R&B artist MAJOR. and singer Jessica Sanchez, the 2025 American Idol runner-up. The celebration will also feature festive holiday displays, activities, and more!
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IT’S ABOUT TIME! 🦃 The City of Houston has announced that @lizzo will be the Grand Marshall for the Thanksgiving Parade on Thursday, November 26th at 9 AM. Join us for a day of festivities and holiday cheer. Learn more: houstontx.gov/thanksgivingpa…
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Houston, we’re moving in the right direction. I joined United Airlines and Houston Airports to unveil Terminal B’s new North Concourse at Bush Airport, a major step in its transformation and a better experience for travelers. Let’s keep working.
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The 16th Annual "Metal and Muscle" event was a big hit this weekend!! Thanks to everyone who came out and supported these athletes with disabilities! Competitors came from as far away as Great Britain. Here's the video story: @houmayor @uswra @texasparasport
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Antioch Missionary Baptist Church’s history of service is part of Houston’s story. Today, I joined Pastor F. N. Williams II and the congregation for their 103rd Homecoming Anniversary, celebrating a legacy that reaches beyond the church’s walls.
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Great to join Council Member Evans- Shabazz in honoring the legacy of Professor Leon Renfro—an influential TSU artist, educator, and mentor whose work continues to inspire new generations.
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As we celebrate the exhibition Brown Renfro: The Professor. The Student. The Curator., we recognize his lasting impact on Houston’s artistic and cultural community.
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Making Houston more accessible takes people who listen and act. At White Cane Safety Day at the University of Houston, I thanked Director Angel Ponce and our Office for People with Disabilities for supporting safe, independent travel. Let’s keep working.
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I was proud to join Council Member @JMartinez4Hou in recognizing @HoustonMunCourt Week, November 2–6, 2026, honoring the dedication of the Municipal Courts Department and its more than 200 judges, clerks, administrators, juvenile case managers, and bailiffs.
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Their commitment to fairness, integrity, professionalism, and public service supports Houston’s 2.3 million residents and strengthens our local justice system.
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I joined the Greater Houston LGBTQ+ Chamber of Commerce for its inaugural Chamber Day at City Hall. Thank you to Council Member Mario Castillo and the Chamber for connecting LGBTQ+ and allied business owners with City government.
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Last month, Houston honored Nephrology Nurses Week, celebrating the strength, compassion, and expertise of the nephrology nurses who support individuals and families affected by kidney disease. Thank you for your dedication to improving lives across our community.
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Andover Park is part of our effort to revitalize 25 neighborhood parks through Let’s Play Houston. I joined neighbors to break ground on lighting, sidewalk and recreation improvements. Investing in our parks is an investment in the neighborhoods they serve.
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A major affordable housing strategy is in the works for Houston. @HoustonHCDD is partnering with Harris County on a joint study, funded by two philanthropic groups, set to be released this fall.
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HCD Director Michael C. Nichols says the findings are expected to meaningfully shape the region's affordable housing future. Watch the full episode for more on how Houston is addressing its affordability challenges. piped.video/watch?v=JLPCZHOV…

Houston Housing & Community Development Department: Affordable Housing Plans | 901 Bagby | Ep. 18

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