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2,000 Walkers Raise Over $280,000 in Houston

The Houston Walk Now for Autism took place on Saturday, October 27 at Reliant Stadium, attracting over 2,000 participants who raised over $280,000. Walkers enjoyed arts and crafts, pumpkin painting and other family activities. Dr. David Baskin, a neurosurgeon from The Methodist Hospital Neurological Institute who heads the new Autism Speaks Environmental Initiative Committee, Houston Texans
Highlights from the Houston Walk
(YouTube video, ~1 minute)
Guard Scotty Jackson and Texans Special Teams Coach Joe Marciano all delivered inspirational speeches to the crowd.
Visit the Houston walk page or go to the Walk Now for Autism site to find a walk in your area.
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