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Space Center Houston announces expansion with new moon, Mars facilities

Matt Thomas

Posted on October 18, 2022 · In addition to the new terrain spaces, visitors will also be able to watch actual astronaut training through an elevated exhibit hall.

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Coronavirus Leaves Summer Vacation And Travel Plans Up In The Air

Brenda Valdivia / Michael Hagerty

Posted on May 22, 2020 · Tourism experts from Houston and Galveston say they expect travelers to take more spur-of-the-moment day trips this summer.

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$1.5 Billion Spent On Downtown Entertainment District

Houston Public Media Staff

Posted on July 27, 2016 · Already a Top-20 site for convention business, Houston is making a major investment to move up the list. But is it also taking a gamble?

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Comic Book Convention Brings Thousands of People, Millions of Dollars to Houston

Amy Bishop

Posted on June 17, 2016 · Don’t be alarmed at the sight of people in superhero attire this weekend, it’s just Comicpalooza.

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Rick Springfield reflects on his music and some wild times in Houston

William Menjivar

Posted on March 16, 2023 · The artist behind '80’s hits like Jessie’s Girl and Human Touch is in town Saturday for the Moon 2 Mars Festival at Space Center Houston.

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Holiday Light Displays, Activities & Short-Distance Trips from Houston

Garrett Bohlmann

Posted on December 12, 2022 · Great ideas of activities to do with your family this holiday season.

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The best places to see holiday lights in Houston in 2022

Adam Zuvanich

Posted on December 5, 2022 · Several Houston-area neighborhoods offer extensive, themed light displays that can be enjoyed free of charge by community members. There also are ticketed displays being held throughout the region this month.

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Engines of Our Ingenuity 2407: Peaks Island

Dr. John Lienhard

Posted on November 19, 2022 · Episode: 2407 Peaks Island: cultural change in microcosm. Today, a changing island.

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