Daily Archives: December 3, 2008

Now is an excellent time to give blood

From my friend Stephanie: The Texans are hosting a blood drive at all Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center neighborhood locations from December 2-4th. There are additional locations that will be hosting the blood drive until the 9th. If you donate … Continue reading Continue reading

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The long-awaited red light camera study

I have three things to say about the red light camera study that was finally released yesterday. Red-light cameras have sprouted quickly across Texas in recent years, sparking heated debates about whether they reduce crashes or simply bring easy revenue … Continue reading Continue reading

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Noel Freeman announces for At Large race

Noel Freeman, who had previously run in the 2007 special election for Houston City Council At Large #3 race, sent out a press release announcing his intent to seek another At Large Council seat in 2009. Right now, there’s one … Continue reading Continue reading

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Houston Tomorrow Distinguished Speaker Series Doubleheader

The following comes from Houston Tomorrow, which is the new name for the Gulf Coast Institute: Houston Tomorrow Distinguished Speaker Series Doubleheader Wednesday, December 3rd, 2008 Neal Peirce, Syndicated columnist Topic: What does the Obama election mean for federal policy … Continue reading Continue reading

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Precinct analysis: Go west, young candidate

If you’ve looked at a red/blue map of Harris County for this election, you’ve noticed that the Democrats by and large dominate the center, stretching south and southwest towards Fort Bend, whereas it’s all red around the remaining edges. The … Continue reading Continue reading

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That other recount

In addition to HD105, there was a recount in the HD11 race in East Texas, where incumbent Democrat Rep. Chuck Hopson survived by 103 votes. That recount was concluded yesterday, but it seems to have raised more questions than it … Continue reading Continue reading

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Keep Houston Rich

In case you haven’t come across it yet, Keep Houston Rich is a blog about our fair city’s diversity. From its About page: Houston is a city rich in spirit and, thanks to the oil industry, home to plenty of … Continue reading Continue reading

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Chuck walks

I suppose I shouldn’t be surprised by this. Former Harris County District Attorney Chuck Rosenthal will not face any criminal charges, his appointed successor announced today after an eight-month investigation. In a press release, Interim District Attorney Ken Magidson said … Continue reading Continue reading

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