Help Identify This Illegal Dumper |
Harris County Precinct One Constable needs the public's assistance in identifying the suspect responsible for a case of illegal dumping.
On July 1, 2022, at 9:25 a.m., undercover cameras located near 3409 Jensen recorded a man arriving in a blue Ford F250 truck with furniture in the bed of the truck. In the video, you see the suspect dumping furniture behind the abandoned business. Watch the video here.
If you can help identify the man in the video, please call the Precinct One Illegal Dumping Hotline at 832-927-1567.
| Denver Harbor Mural Community Celebration | |
CM Cisneros is pleased to announce the completion of the beautiful new mural at the Denver Harbor Multi-Service Center. Local artist David Maldonado created the mural with input from the community.
Thank you to the Houston Health Department, the Mayor’s Office of Cultural Affairs (MOCA), and the Houston Arts Alliance for working with the Council Member to make this new art installation a reality. Mark your calendar and join the celebration on the 19th!
When: Fri, Aug 19th, 10:30-11:00am
Where: 6402 Market St.
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Final Back to School Events Around District H | |
Back to school events are ending this week! If you missed previous events there are a couple of final opportunities to get your school necessities. The events are free and open to all. | |
Independence Heights Back To School, more info here
When: Thurs & Fri, Aug 18th-19th, 12:00-4:00pm
Where: Independence Heights Park, 601 E. 35th St.
Northside High School Back to School Bash, more info here
When: Sat, Aug 20th, 9:00-12:00pm
Where: Northside High School
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Finca Tres Robles Potluck Dinner | |
This month’s community gathering is a Potluck Dinner! Bring a dish to share with the group and Finca will supply the water. You may also bring your own beverages. Complimentary compostable plates and utensils will be provided, but guests are encouraged to bring plates and silverware for your own use in true eco-friendly potluck fashion. RSVP today here
When: Thurs, Aug 18th, 6:00-9:00PM
Where: 257 N Greenwood St
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Miller Outdoor Theatre Weekend Events | |
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Miller Outdoor Theatre offers the most diverse season of professional entertainment of any Houston performance venue, and it’s all FREE! Relax in the covered seating area or enjoy a pre-performance picnic on the hillside. All performances at Miller are family-friendly! For more information visit here
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The Purple Experience (Production Of Prince); Fri, Aug 19th, 8:30pm
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The Beatles, Let It Be (Recreated); Sat, Aug 20th, 8:15pm
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RESCHEDULED: Independence Heights Community Meeting | |
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The community meeting on the State of Independence Heights, has been rescheduled for next Monday. Join in welcoming new principals, pastors, and other leaders to the community. Also learn about ongoing projects and initiatives. View flyer here
When: Mon, Aug 22nd, 5:30pm Resource Fair; 6:30pm Meeting
Where: Booker T. Washington High School, 4204 Yale St.
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Serving Up College and Careers | |
Whether you're pursuing a college degree, training in a trade, or preparing to enter the workforce, GRAD advisors are here to help with any questions or steps in the process of reaching your goals. For more information and events visit here or their newsletter.
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Social Media and Mental Health Seminar | |
Crime Stoppers is calling all parents and teens for two in-depth conversations covering how social media affects consumer's mental health. For more information and to register visit here.
When: Thurs, Aug 25th, 6:30-8:30PM
Where: Crime Stoppers Building, 3001 Main St.
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Montie Beach Upcoming Events | |
The Montie Beach Community invites you to join them for their final summer event, Picnic At The Park. For more information visit events.
When: Sat, Aug 27th
Where: Montie Beach Park
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Audition Now For Segundo Barrio Children's Chorus | |
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The Segundo Barrio Children's Chorus is holding auditions to join their choir this month. The audition does not require any prior experience in singing or music instruction. For more information visit here.
When: Sat, Aug 20 &27th, 11:00am-1:00pm
Where: Garza Studios, 241 N. Milby St., 2nd Floor
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Deadline to provide feedback on I-10 from Heights Blvd to I-45 | |
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TxDOT is proposing a project to elevate the existing main lanes along I-10 from Heights Blvd to I-45, above the White Oak Bayou floodplain. You can view a narrated virtual presentation and more information here.
View more info here: English notice and Spanish notice.
The deadline to submit public comment is Sep. 9th
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Submit Comments on Two METRORapid Projects | |
METRORapid University Corridor
Take a virtual tour of what the 25.3 mile line METRORapid University Corridor will look like as it passes through Second Ward and the Northside.
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Learn more about the University Corridor project and submit your comments here.
METRORapid Inner Katy Corridor
View a virtual tour of the project that aims to develop a new MetroRapid line running for 7.6 miles on I-10 West in this Inner Katy Corridor area, including stations at Shepard/Durnam and Studemont.
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Learn more about the Inner Katy Corridor project and submit your comments here.
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ALMAAHH Call For Latinx Art | |
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Advocates of a Latino Museum of Cultural and Visual Arts & Archive Complex in Houston, Harris County (ALMAAHH) is a new organization dedicated to the creation of a Houston-area cultural and visual arts complex that will showcase, preserve, and expand Latino arts. For more information and registry view here
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Submission deadline: September 3rd
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Registration for Flexible Access' Fall school quarter, is now open. The new initiative provides accessible art courses for students 17 and up through a pay-what-you-can model. To register or access more information visit
https://www.artleaguehouston.org/flexible-access
or call 713-523-9530. See the flyer here.
When: Mon, Sep 12- Nov 7th
Where: Art League Houston
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The Houston Theatre District is offering a Buy 1 Ticket and Get a Second One FREE during Houston Theater Week.
Houston Theater Week includes blockbuster shows offered by Houston’s permanent resident companies: Houston Symphony, Houston Ballet, Alley Theatre, Houston Grand Opera, DaCamera, Performing Arts Houston, Theatre Under the Stars and the Hobby Center, as well as community theater groups and professional music ensembles. This is the first time an event such as this one has been held. Time is limited! For more information and tickets visit here.
When: Mon, Aug 22nd-Mon Aug 29th
Where: Various sites
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Protect Yourself and Others From COVID | |
Houston's latest 14-day average COVID-19 positivity rate is 28.2% which is a decreasing trend from last week. However, Houston's CDC COVID-19 Community Level remains HIGH. The following is still recommended:
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Houston Police Department | |
With school back in session, so are school zones! #GetBackInTheZone and help our kids stay safe by being more cautious while driving. Our children will be crossing the streets. Watch a message from the HPD here.
To stay up to date with any events or findings in the Houston area involving the HPD you may find information on the HPD Facebook page.
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BARC's Wellness Center offers low-cost vaccines, microchips, dewormer and heartworm and flea prevention, for both dogs and cats. For more information visit: https://www.houstontx.gov/barc/
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Need Additional Resources? | |
Check out our District H Resources Page for links and more information about available resources. Resources are updated every week. | |
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