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Houston Public Media Welcomes Tessa Barrera as New Hello Houston Co-Host
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· August 4, 2026
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Key takeaway Barrera's first on-air appearance is scheduled for August 17.
A new co-host is joining the team at Hello Houston. Tessa Barrera, an accomplished broadcaster, will be working alongside Ernie Manouse, a longtime personality on the show. Barrera's first on-air appearance is scheduled for August 17.
Further details about her role and the show are available from Houston Public Media. Local listeners in Bellaire can tune in to Hello Houston to hear Barrera's debut and learn more about the show's new lineup. For more information, readers can visit Houston Public Media's website or follow their updates.
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Category: local Published: August 4, 2026 Source: Houston Public Media (NPR/PBS) Reading time: 1 min
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