Heather Athena Black organizes the death café in North Austin. She says she hosts these so people can openly talk about their fears and...
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Funeral Homes Help Cover El Paso Shooting Victims’ Funeral Costs
Operation H.O.P.E. partnered with funeral homes in the El Paso area to help cover the funeral costs of the victims of the El Paso...
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