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Local organization aims to provide 40 tons of food for families in need this Thanksgiving

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www.youtube.com – KPRC 2 Click2Houston – 2024-10-15 18:27:24

SUMMARY: Thanksgiving preparations are underway, and Families Feeding Families, founded by Quincy Collins, aims to provide 40 tons of food to 1,500 families in need this holiday season. Collins’ mission began at a young age after witnessing a family lose everything in a fire, leading him to help others by gathering food donations. His efforts continue to grow, with support from sponsors like H-E-B, where just $100 can feed a family for a week. Community members can contribute by volunteering or donating through the organization’s website, ensuring more families receive assistance this Thanksgiving.

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With Thanksgiving just around the corner, local organization Families Helping Families is hard at work, preparing to provide 40 tons of food to families in need across the Houston area. Founder Quincy Collins has been spearheading this effort for 11 years, but his mission to help others began long before that.
Collins first started feeding those in need when he was a child, inspired by his grandparents who would bring beef stew to feed people under the Uvalde Bridge in Houston. His passion for helping others grew over the years, eventually leading to the creation of the Houston organization. Families Helping Families provides food and support for families, particularly in Fort Bend County and Alief.
This Year’s Goal: Feed 1,500 Families

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Local organization to host career fair, mock interview workshops in April

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www.youtube.com – KSAT 12 – 2025-03-31 06:40:09

SUMMARY: Restore Education is hosting a career fair on April 24th from 10:00 a.m. to 1 p.m. for job seekers and employers. Those looking for work can benefit from several mock interview workshops leading up to the fair, designed to enhance their preparation. Carrie Rhodess from Restore Education highlights that candidates often struggle with the question, “Tell me about yourself,” and advises focusing on professional skills, experiences, and alignment with the company’s mission. Additionally, candidates should prepare to discuss specific situations they’ve handled, detailing tasks, actions taken, and results achieved. For more information, visit kat.com.

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Looking for work? A career fair is being held in April, and anyone looking for a job is encouraged to sign up.

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TCU went from a near-winless Big 12 season and forfeiting games to the Elite 8 against Texas

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www.kxan.com – Billy Gates – 2025-03-30 19:28:00

SUMMARY: TCU women’s basketball, once struggling with a 1-17 Big 12 record, is now in its first Elite Eight, facing Texas, which leads the all-time series 43-4. Under coach Mark Campbell, TCU has transformed, with standout players like Hailey Van Lith, an Olympic bronze medalist, and Sedona Prince. Texas, led by coach Vic Schaefer, is also strong, with players like Bryanna Preston and Ndjakalenga Mwenentanda stepping up in the tournament. The game is crucial for both teams, with Texas aiming for a record-breaking 35th win, and TCU riding a 13-game winning streak. The winner advances to the Final Four.

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KXAN Voter Guide: What to know for the May 3, 2025, local elections

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www.kxan.com – Christopher Adams – 2025-03-30 08:00:00

SUMMARY: On May 3, 2025, voters in various Texas areas will participate in elections including mayoral races in cities like Bastrop, Blanco, and Hutto, along with council member selections in several others. School districts, such as Bastrop ISD and Elgin ISD, will elect board trustees, and some districts will have bond propositions. Early voting runs from April 22 to April 29, with Election Day on May 3. Voters must bring approved identification, and restricted items like wireless devices and campaign attire are not allowed at polling places. For detailed ballots and voting locations, check local county election websites.

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