Life In Houston, Texas
Located in Southeast Texas, Houston is a diverse city full of southern charm and world class entertainment. Check out the Museum District to learn about history, art, and science at the Holocost Museum Houston, the Lawndale Art Center, the Houston Museum of Natural Science, and more. Take a tour of Space Center Houston for a close-up look at NASA Mission Control, go for a jog through Buffalo Bayou Park, or enjoy a picnic on the lawn at Discovery Green.
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Houston: FUN FACT
Originally created to connect two movie theaters, downtown Houston’s underground tunnel system now spans more than 6 miles. The tunnels encompass 95 city blocks, provide access to major city buildings, and are home to several restaurants and retail stores.
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According to the COLI Manual, composite differences of <4% and categorical differences of <5% are not statistically significant and should not be treated as necessarily accurate.
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