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The week in politics, and Houston’s best places for drinks (July 6, 2022)

Michael Hagerty

Posted on July 6, 2022 · On Wednesday's show: We break down the week in politics, local food writers discuss their favorite places for drinks in town, and we go inside the world of competitive Scrabble.

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Inside The World Of Competitive Scrabble Playing In Houston

Joshua Zinn

Posted on May 30, 2018 · Houston Matters visits a local club of Scrabble enthusiasts who play competitively.

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Inside the World Of Competitive Scrabble Playing In Houston

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Posted on July 7, 2017 · Houston Matters visits a local club of Scrabble players gearing up for the national tournament.

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A billion dollar county bond measure, and rebuilding after Harvey (Aug. 2, 2022)

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Posted on August 2, 2022 · On Tuesday's show: Will a billion dollar bond measure go before Harris County voters for approval in November? Then, City Council Member Letitia Plummer answers your questions. And we begin a four-part series reflecting on lessons from Hurricane Harvey, five years later.

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