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Houston Improves In Annual Rankings Of Park Access

Gail Delaughter

Posted on May 20, 2020 · FIgures show that it's getting easier to walk to a park in Houston but the city still needs to find creative ways to provide green space. A new study says that's especially important as people seek outdoor recreation during the coronavirus pandemic.

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Study: Many Houstonians Still Lack Easy Access To Parks

Gail Delaughter

Posted on May 22, 2019 · The study looked at the percentage of residents that can walk to a park in 10 minutes or less.

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As interest in Pickleball grows, so do dedicated courts around Greater Houston

Joshua Zinn / Craig Cohen

Posted on October 20, 2023 · The sport has been around since the 1960s, but has just only taken hold in the Houston area in recent years.

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Politicians and age (Oct. 3, 2023)

Michael Hagerty

Posted on October 3, 2023 · On Tuesday's show: We discuss concerns about the age of candidates and elected officials. And a new study finds Houstonians are willing to spend more to develop our parks.

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Election lawsuit dropped (Sept. 25, 2023)

Michael Hagerty

Posted on September 25, 2023 · On Monday's show: Alexandra del Moral Mealer has dropped her lawsuit challenging the results of last year's election for Harris County judge. We learn why and discuss whether we should expect more challenges like hers in our current political climate.

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Houston residents can escape the heat throughout the week at city-run cooling centers

Adam Zuvanich

Posted on July 13, 2023 · The City of Houston is operating public cooling centers through Sunday at many of its libraries, community centers and multi-service centers.

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