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Caregiver Of Indian Girl Found Dead In Texas Wants Answers

Associated Press

Posted on October 27, 2017 · The girl, then named Saraswati, after the Hindu goddess of wisdom, was a happy, cheerful child who made everyone smile at the orphanage.

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Houston Matters

Girl Scouts And Cookie Sales Both Evolving Over The Years

Michael Hagerty

Posted on January 21, 2014 · Girl Scout cookie season is underway. We consider how the Girl Scout organization here in Greater Houston is faring, and in what ways — if any — the program is changing. We hear from Mary Vitek, CEO of Girl Scouts of San Jacinto.

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What Two Houston Girls Want For Christmas

Michael Hagerty

Posted on December 10, 2013 · Two Houston girls talk about what they want for Christmas: Money and American Girl Dolls.

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Understanding Adoption

Jennifer Altheide

Posted on September 14, 2022 · Adopting a child can be very rewarding but it can also be a very long and complicated process for many potential parents. Here’s what you should know before you decide if it’s right for you.

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Engines of Our Ingenuity 2306: Earth Tones

Dr. John Lienhard

Posted on September 3, 2022 · Episode: 2306 In which Wayne Gilbert paints in earth tones from Earth itself. Today, we look at earth tones.

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I SEE U, Episode 38: Seeking Vision Despite Division

Eddie Robinson

Posted on March 4, 2022 · Principal tubist of the New Mexico Philharmonic and the Santa Fe Symphony, Richard Antoine White, shares his remarkable story of how his imagination saved his life

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Texas adoptees lose access to their original birth records. Getting them back is a challenge

Caroline Love

Posted on December 16, 2021 · Texas born adoptees can’t access their original birth certificates until they’re 18. Even then, they have to already know the names of both of their birth parents. Otherwise, the adoptee will have to petition the court.

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