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Friendswood ISD offers blessing box for people in need

Friendswood ISD's FISDCares program is offering blessing boxes for those in need this holiday season.

What you need to know: The 24/7 community resource is designed to help anyone in need, and is stocked with nonperishable food and essential hygiene items, according to the district's website.

The details: Blessing box locations are at the Friendswood Fire Station No. 4 and Bales Intermediate School.

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McDonald's now open on Pearland Parkway

A new McDonald's opened on Pearland Parkway on Nov. 20, according to a social media post.

On the menu: McDonald's is a global fast food chain serving burgers, fries, chicken nuggets and desserts, among other items.

10501 Pearland Parkway, Pearland

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What to know about the 76th annual H-E-B Thanksgiving Day Parade

The 76th annual H-E-B Thanksgiving Day Parade will be celebrated Nov. 27 at 9 a.m. in Downtown Houston this year. Hundreds of thousands of patrons are expected to gather for the event, officials said.

The celebration: Here is what visitors need to know before heading to Houston.

Date and time: Nov. 27, 9 a.m.
Starting location: the corner of Lamar and Smith Street
Cost: free to the public, or $33 per ticket for reserved seating

The parade route will traverse over 20 blocks along Smith, Walker, Milam and Louisiana streets.

Fun for the family: This year's parade will be led by Houston's sports mascots such as Clutch, Diesel, Orbit and Toro. According to an Oct. 27 news release, the event will also feature a lineup of new floats, balloons, live performances and holiday characters.

Entertainers this year include Christina Wells, a semifinalist from America's Got Talent; Danny Gokey; Payton Howie; Gloria Prince; and Bridgjette Jackson.