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Analysis: 200 of 647 students at Dulles High School not on "college track" in 2020-21 school year

By SW Houston News | Jan 6, 2024

Of the 647 students at Dulles High School in Sugar Land, 200 (30.9%) weren't on the academic track to qualify for college in the 2020-21 school year, according to SW Houston News' analysis of test scores from the Texas Education Agency (TEA).

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SW Houston News area weekly mass times

By SW Houston News | Jan 6, 2024

The following parishes in the SW Houston News coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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Weekly recap of Fort Bend County home sales during week ending Dec. 30, 2023

By SW Houston News | Jan 6, 2024

There were 113 reported residential sales in Fort Bend County in the week ending Dec. 30, 2023, according to BlockShopper.com.

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Report: 86% of the 503 students at E. A. Jones Elementary School not on "college track" in 2021-22 school year

By SW Houston News | Jan 6, 2024

Of the 503 students at E. A. Jones Elementary School in Missouri City, 433 (86%) weren't on the academic track to qualify for college in the 2021-22 school year, according to SW Houston News' analysis of test scores from the Texas Education Agency (TEA).

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Report: 86% of the 503 students at E. A. Jones Elementary School not on "college track" in 2021-22 school year

By SW Houston News | Jan 6, 2024

Of the 503 students at E. A. Jones Elementary School in Missouri City, 433 (86%) weren't on the academic track to qualify for college in the 2021-22 school year, according to SW Houston News' analysis of test scores from the Texas Education Agency (TEA).

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2020-21 School Year: 41.7% of the 530 students at Kempner High School not on "college track"

By SW Houston News | Jan 5, 2024

Of the 530 students at Kempner High School in Sugar Land, 221 (41.7%) weren't on the academic track to qualify for college in the 2020-21 school year, according to SW Houston News' analysis of test scores from the Texas Education Agency (TEA).

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Mayor Whitmire Appoints Experienced Leader as City’s Interim Finance Director

By SW Houston News | Jan 5, 2024

Mayor John Whitmire has named Melissa Dubowski as the City of Houston's interim Finance Director, a move that underscores his commitment to transparency and addressing the city's financial challenges. Dubowski, who has been serving as the deputy finance director since 2019, brings a wealth of experience and expertise to the role.Dubowski's impressive track record in municipal finance includes overseeing the management of existing and potential debt, as well as forecasting property and sales tax collections for the city. She has been instrumental in developing the Houston...

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2021-22 School Year: 87% of the 956 students at Missouri City Middle School not on "college track"

By SW Houston News | Jan 5, 2024

Of the 956 students at Missouri City Middle School in Missouri City, 832 (87%) weren't on the academic track to qualify for college in the 2021-22 school year, according to SW Houston News' analysis of test scores from the Texas Education Agency (TEA).

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2021-22 School Year: 87% of the 956 students at Missouri City Middle School not on "college track"

By SW Houston News | Jan 5, 2024

Of the 956 students at Missouri City Middle School in Missouri City, 832 (87%) weren't on the academic track to qualify for college in the 2021-22 school year, according to SW Houston News' analysis of test scores from the Texas Education Agency (TEA).

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Houston Mayor and City Controller Discuss Collaboration on City's Fiscal Challenges

By SW Houston News | Jan 5, 2024

Houston Mayor John Whitmire and City Controller Chris Hollins recently held their first meeting to discuss how their offices can work together to address the city's fiscal challenges and improve service delivery to Houstonians. Both officials expressed a commitment to finding solutions and ensuring the future prosperity of Houston.During the meeting, Mayor Whitmire emphasized the importance of collaboration between the Administration and the Controller's Office. He stated, "I was pleased to meet with Controller Chris Hollins to discuss our city finances and our mutual...

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Jackson Elementary School: 88% of the 303 students not on "college track" in 2021-22 school year

By SW Houston News | Jan 4, 2024

Of the 303 students at Jackson Elementary School in Rosenberg, 267 (88%) weren't on the academic track to qualify for college in the 2021-22 school year, according to SW Houston News' analysis of test scores from the Texas Education Agency (TEA).

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Mayor Whitmire Appoints Jay Zeidman as Chairman of Houston First Corporation

By SW Houston News | Jan 4, 2024

Houston Mayor John Whitmire has appointed Jay Zeidman as the new Board Chairman of Houston First Corporation (HFC), pending City Council approval. Zeidman, a venture capital executive, has been serving on the board of HFC since 2017 and has played a crucial role in securing the 2028 Republican National Convention for Houston.Mayor Whitmire expressed his confidence in Zeidman's appointment, stating, "I'm pleased to appoint Jay to this important post with one of our city's leading organizations. Houston First has consistently shown its capacity to do big things and...

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Mayor Whitmire's Statement on Working with the Texas General Land Office to Help Houstonians

By SW Houston News | Jan 4, 2024

Mayor John Whitmire has expressed his commitment to working with the Texas General Land Office (GLO) to assist Houstonians in need of federal relief following Hurricane Harvey. In a letter addressed to the Mayor, Texas Land Commissioner Dawn Buckingham congratulated him on his inauguration and pledged the GLO's support in ensuring that the remaining $200 million in Community Development Block Grant Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR) housing funding is allocated effectively and transparently.Mayor Whitmire, drawing on his previous experience in the Texas Legislature, highlighted...

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2021-22 School Year: 91% of the 457 students at Dr. Lynn Armstrong Elementary School not on "college track"

By SW Houston News | Jan 3, 2024

Of the 457 students at Dr. Lynn Armstrong Elementary School in Missouri City, 416 (91%) weren't on the academic track to qualify for college in the 2021-22 school year, according to SW Houston News' analysis of test scores from the Texas Education Agency (TEA).

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George Bush High School: 60.8% of the 590 students not on "college track" in 2020-21 school year

By SW Houston News | Jan 3, 2024

Of the 590 students at George Bush High School in Richmond, 359 (60.8%) weren't on the academic track to qualify for college in the 2020-21 school year, according to SW Houston News' analysis of test scores from the Texas Education Agency (TEA).

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Mayor Whitmire Orders Immediate End to Pending Legal Action Against Houston Firefighters

By SW Houston News | Jan 3, 2024

Mayor John Whitmire has taken decisive action to fulfill his campaign promises by ordering an immediate end to pending legal action against Houston firefighters. In a meeting with representatives of the Houston Professional Firefighters Association, Mayor Whitmire directed City Attorney Arturo Michel to withdraw the appeal of the City's challenge to the court's consideration of past fiscal years 2018 through 2024 backpay."I want the City to remove itself from the court process as much as possible and focus on resolving this long-standing dispute as fairly and quickly as...

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How many companies in cities in Fort Bend County received FDA inspections in December 2023?

By SW Houston News | Jan 1, 2024

There were two companies in cities associated with Fort Bend County that received two FDA inspections in December 2023, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Association.

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Mayor Whitmire Sworn In as 63rd Mayor of Houston, Promises Transparency and Public Safety

By SW Houston News | Jan 1, 2024

Surrounded by loved ones, John Whitmire was officially sworn in as the City of Houston's 63rd mayor in a private ceremony at City Hall. Harris County Justice of the Peace Victor Trevino, III, delivered the oath of office as Whitmire placed his hand on a bible held by his daughters."We have a great city with great people, and we must do everything possible to ensure Houston goes forward and becomes greater. From our Medical Center to our Port to the Spaceport, we will do everything we can," said Mayor Whitmire, emphasizing his commitment to the city's progress....