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Harris County Public Library eliminates late fees, following Houston’s lead

Adam Zuvanich

Posted on February 22, 2023 · The county library system, which operates 26 locations across the Houston area, also is forgiving users' outstanding debt for overdue charges.

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Harris County considers spending $6 million to expand reproductive healthcare services

Rebecca Noel

Posted on March 13, 2023 · The money, if authorized by county commissioners, will go toward increased access to contraception and screenings at clinics managed by Harris County Public Health.

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Houston nonprofit BakerRipley providing free tax services at roving mobile sites

Adam Zuvanich

Posted on February 28, 2023 · Families and individuals who earn up to $58,000 annually are eligible for the free tax preparation services, which will be provided through April 15 at 12 mobile sites across Harris County.

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Harris County employees could get extra pay to help run elections

Adam Zuvanich

Posted on February 22, 2023 · Harris County commissioners on Tuesday authorized the development of a program that would train and pay a dedicated corps of existing employees to help administer elections in the county, which has been scrutinized for its handling of recent elections.

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Maintenance for flood control projects to face delays as Harris County agency deals with a smaller budget

Katie Watkins

Posted on January 26, 2023 · Regular maintenance is critical for flood mitigation projects to work as they’re supposed to. But the Harris County Flood Control District’s maintenance budget isn’t keeping pace with its growing portfolio of projects.

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