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Candidates for Pearland City Council, mayor debate local issues

Voters in Pearland recently attended a town hall meeting to hear from candidates running for municipal office in the upcoming May 2 election. Attendees were able to submit questions for the candidates to answer.

What you need to know: The Pearland Chamber of Commerce hosted the event March 31 at Glenda Dawson High School in Pearland, featuring a Q&A panel between Quentin Wiltz and Tony Carbone, who are running for mayor, and Toshila McClean and incumbent Mona Chavarria, who are running for Position 3 City Council member. 

One more thing: April 2 is the last day to register to vote in the May 2 election. To get to know the candidates on local ballots, visit www.communityimpact.com/election.

 
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Dum N Grill opens in Pearland

Dum N Grill is now serving Indian cuisine in Pearland after celebrating its grand opening on March 27, an employee from the business confirmed. 

On the menu: The Indian-fusion restaurant offers a halal-based menu serving samosas, snack boxes, rice bowls, and a variety of curries, kebabs and biryani. Customers can also order specialty drinks including Irani chai, chikku shake and mango lassi.

  • 1910 Country Pl Parkway, Ste. 150, Pearland
 

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From egg hunts to brunch: 11 things to do for Easter in Greater Houston

From Easter egg hunts and Easter brunches to photo opportunities with the Easter bunny, there are several events to celebrate Easter this year.

Old Town Spring Easter Event
During the Old Town Spring annual Easter Event, participating shops will be passing out candy to the kids. Children are encouraged to dress up in their best Easter outfits and bring their baskets.

  • April 4, 11 a.m.-3 p.m.
  • Free
  • 419 Gentry St., Ste. 203, Spring

Meet the Easter Bunny
Play Street Museum Cypress invites the community to celebrate Easter with an event featuring Easter activities, a visit from the Easter bunny and a special gift.
  • April 4, 11:30 a.m.
  • $32.48 (admission)
  • Play Street Museum Cypress, 25712 Hwy. 290, Ste. E, Cypress

Rooftop Cinema Club Houston
Rooftop Cinema Club Houston invites guests to an Easter visit from the Easter bunny. The egg hunt will be followed by a screening of "Zootopia 2."
  • April 5, 1:30 p.m.
  • Free
  • 1700 Post Oak Blvd., Fifth Level, Houston
 

Your Weekend To-Do List

Check out these weekend events across the metro area.

Disney on Ice

Run & Done 3.1

April 2-5, times vary
Houston

April 4, 7 a.m.
The Woodlands

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Learn more.

 

Katy Easter Exchange

Pups & Pints

April 4, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Katy

April 4, 4-10 p.m.
League City

Learn more.

Learn more.

 
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Key Information
April 2 voter registration deadline nears for Greater Houston area city council, school board races

Eligible Texans have until April 2 to register to vote if they would like to cast a ballot in the May 2 elections. Races that will be up for election include city council member seats and school district board of trustee spots across the Greater Houston area.

What you need to know: Texas requires voters to be registered 30 days before election day. Missing the deadline could prevent eligible residents from casting a ballot, unless they qualify for a limited ballot during early voting.

Key dates include:

  • April 2: voter registration deadline
  • April 20-28: early voting
  • May 2: election day (7 a.m.-7 p.m.)

Also of note: Voting by mail options are available for eligible elderly or disabled Texans. To apply to vote by mail for the May 2 election, applications must be received by April 20.

 
 

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