HOUSTON – The city of Houston has faced many monumental moments this year, and we have a lot to be thankful for.
Since Thanksgiving is all about being thankful and showing what we are thankful for, let’s take a walk down memory lane to some of the most memorable moments that occurred this year in the city.
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Here are eight reasons why we are thankful for Houston:
1.) The Houston Texans beat the Dallas Cowboys. on Nov. 18. The Texans won 34-10 against the Cowboys in Arlington, Texas. This was a huge win for Houston because if you’re from the city, you know the friendly rivalry between the two teams.
2.) Mayor John Whitmire announced the “Zero Homeless” initiative for the city of Houston Houston this November. Whitmire said the goal is to transition individuals who are living on the streets into temporary housing facilities where they can access essential services, including showers, sanitation facilities, and meals provided by the Food Bank.
3.) The city of Houston announced the 2024 fall community meeting presented by housing and Community Development Department (HCD). HCD announced this plan will be a five-year strategic plan called “consolidated plan” that’ll receive $250 million in federal grants helping improve the low- and moderate-income residents and neighborhoods.
4.) Chris Cenac Jr. was named the number 1 center player in high school basketball in Texas. He was also the highest-ranked recruit and was part of the Cougars No. 2 recruiting class.
5.) The Houston Museum of Fine Arts celebrated 100 years this year.
6.) The City-Wide Club of America hosted its 46th-annual Super Feast on Thanksgiving day, feeding over 35,000 people.
7.) Beyonce is performing at the Texans game! The Houston native announced earlier this month that she will be performing during the Houston Texans and Baltimore Ravens game at halftime. Tickets, which are now sold out, went minutes after the announcement.
7.) You woke up like this!!!! You are alive and well. Happy Thanksgiving from our KPRC 2 family to yours.
