The AL3 Team is out and about today at the World Youth Foundation’s Back 2 School Jam. This event is bringing together several hundred students and families for valuable resources, support, and celebration to get the school year started right. Special thanks to the Houston Parks

Monday Matters Book Recommendation: Ever Wonder by Kobi Yamada Priceless words of wisdom—"Sometimes you just have to take the leap and build your wings on the way down." #TwilaForYouHou #MattersForYouHou

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Houston Independent School District has launched a new program for the 2025–26 school year offering free Houston METRO Q cards for eligible high school students to use on bus, rail, and curb2curb service. Ensuring our students have safe, reliable ways to get to and from school is

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I’m excited to join COHAP Outreach Corporation’s Annual Back to School Bash tomorrow alongside my fellow Council Member Edward Pollard of District J and Council Member Carolyn Evans-Shabazz of District D. Together, we’ll be celebrating our students, connecting with families, and

Proud to join Beta Academy for the official ribbon cutting of their new Confetti Campus—marking a decade of educational excellence and community impact. This vibrant Pre-K through 4th grade campus reflects the Academy’s unwavering commitment to academic success, character

I had a wonderful time today at Houston Council Member Mary Nan Huffman’s Third Annual Resident Resource Fair in District G, where the At-Large 3 Team hosted a resource booth and connected with community members. We also visited with Houston Independent School District, Houston

What an amazing celebration at the COHAP Annual Back to School Bash! Alongside Council Member Edward Pollard of District J Council Member Carolyn Evans-Shabazz of District D, I was proud to present a Certificate of Recognition to COHAP Outreach Corporation and its founder,

Monday Matters Book Recommendation: My Reading Life by Pat Conroy A window into a brilliant mind, offering the reader a glimpse of the greatness behind Pat Conroy's pen. #TwilaForYouHou #MattersForYouHou

I encourage everyone to take advantage of the Houston Public Library’s free ebooks and audiobooks through the Libby app—it’s a wonderful way to learn and explore anywhere, anytime! #TwilaForYouHou #OnwardAndUpward Houston Public Library City of Houston Libby, by OverDrive

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The AL3 Team represented me tonight at the Acres Homes Super Neighborhood meeting, where Houston Community College shared programs supporting Houston families. Their dual credit program allows high school students to graduate with both a diploma and an associate degree

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Monday Matters Book Recommendation: The Wright Brothers by David McCullough Where would we be without the Wright brothers’ unwavering perseverance? The wonder of flight still amazes me, reminding me that our possibilities are vast and our potential knows no bounds.

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The Cinderella Affair Ball and Senior Royal Court Tribute honored the remarkable legacy of Sandra Massie Hines, Honorary Mayor of Sunnyside and proud Houstonian, whose decades of advocacy have uplifted the poor, seniors, youth, and disadvantaged across our city. Through her

Today, I had the honor of celebrating the Houston Fire Department Cadet Graduation and welcoming the next generation of our city’s bravest. These dedicated cadets completed their training with discipline, courage, and determination. Fire Chief Thomas Muñoz spoke powerfully about

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Wishing everyone a safe and enjoyable Labor Day weekend! Please note the City of Houston Solid Waste Management holiday schedule, and plan ahead for any changes to trash and recycling collection. #TwilaForYouHou #MattersForYouHou City of Houston COH Solid Waste Mgmt