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Longtime Houston Democrat Garnet Coleman will retire from the Texas Legislature

Cassandra Pollock, The Texas Tribune

Posted on November 18, 2021 · The lawmaker has represented parts of central and southeast Houston in state House District 147 since 1991.

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Bugs, insects, and animals galore! (July 18, 2023)

Posted on July 18, 2023 · On Monday's show: We talk with a local entomologist about the varied world of insects in our region, then talk with local animal welfare groups about the challenges they face.

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Houston state representative’s key staffers abruptly resign, citing concerns about ethics and tasks

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Posted on March 31, 2023 · The senior staff for Democrat state Rep. Jolanda Jones alleged in a letter the Houston lawmaker’s office became a toxic workplace, including “physically threatening behavior” and demands that staff deal with issues involving Jones’ personal life.

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Engines of Our Ingenuity 2840: Seattle’s Floating Bridges

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