COH Employee News

02/25/2026

Sponsored by Cigna Healthcare, the City of Houston Public Service Recognition Week High School Essay Contest is open! Area high school seniors have a chance to compete for scholarships ranging up to $3,000. Online submission deadline: March 31, 2026. cohemployees.org/PSRWEssay

02/25/2026

Don't forget, y'all, Mayor John Whitmire and the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo have proclaimed Friday, Feb. 27, as GoTexanDay!

Wear your western attire, such as jeans, cowboy boots, and cowboy hats, if appropriate, and take some photos.

02/23/2026

The news is out: Houston is trending in the right direction!
Crime is down across major categories, and that doesn’t happen by accident. In two years, we have added more than 700 officers and strengthened public safety across our city.
Thank you HPD for your dedication to keeping Houston safe.

10/22/2025

10/13/2025

🌟 Second Chance Resource & Employment Fair 🌟

Looking for new opportunities? Join us at the Second Chance Resource & Employment Fair!

📍 Moody Community Center
3725 Fulton Street, Houston, TX 77009

📅 Tuesday, October 14, 2025
🕙 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

This is your chance to connect with employers and resources ready to help you take the next step.

👉 Attendees should register by scanning the QR code on the flyer or visit: www.houstontx.gov

Don’t miss this opportunity to move forward with confidence!

10/02/2025

Puppy playtime is back! Join BARC Animal Shelter & AdoptionsRC and support the CMC at 611 Walker Lobby on October 9 from 11:00 to 1:00 p.m
Relax with Puppy Playtime and snuggle!

09/29/2025

🌟 Second Chance Resource & Employment Fair 🌟

Looking for new opportunities? Join us at the Second Chance Resource & Employment Fair!

📍 Moody Community Center
3725 Fulton Street, Houston, TX 77009

📅 Tuesday, October 14, 2025
🕙 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

This is your chance to connect with employers and resources ready to help you take the next step.

👉 Attendees should register by scanning the QR code on the flyer

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or visit: www.houstontx.gov

Don’t miss this opportunity to move forward with confidence!

09/22/2025

🌟 Second Chance Resource & Employment Fair 🌟

Seeking new opportunities? Attend the Second Chance Resource & Employment Fair to explore potential career paths.

Moody Community Center
3725 Fulton Street, Houston, TX 77009

Tuesday, October 14, 2025
10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

This event offers a chance to connect with employers and resources that can facilitate your professional growth.

Attendees are required to register by scanning the QR code on the flyer

https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fforms.office.com%2FPages%2FResponsePage.aspx%3Fid%3DEFqoV4sltEWlGclsdyEJTNy2gSo0rtpMvSLTPGoqnqBURTYySzVaOE5CTEhQWlA3R0ZDSkdIS1pUMS4u&data=05%7C02%7Cadetola.adeolubalogun%40houstontx.gov%7C1032563a7bc74d2d91f108ddf157d39b%7C57a85a10258b45b4a519c96c7721094c%7C0%7C0%7C638932081690875724%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=XmFbcpMgaxmW18fpIqCqE1Ja5oUMIe6Djjz%2F%2F2KG%2Fbk%3D&reserved=0

or visiting: www.houstontx.gov

Don’t miss this opportunity to confidently advance your career.

05/17/2025

05/14/2025

The Houston Fire Museum is now showing 3 interviews with Milton Alford filmed in 2023. He reflects on his time as a member of HFD. They will be available for viewing until May 17th at 2:00 pm. We are open from 10 am to 4 pm, Tuesday through Saturday.