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Houston billionaire lands Maroon 5 for his epic Mardi Gras salute in Galveston

Houston billionaire lands Maroon 5 for his epic Mardi Gras salute in Galveston

PaperCity Magazine, February 17, 2022

Tilman Fertitta’s sold-out San Luis Salute Mardi Gras bash in Galveston Feb. 25 will honor Dr. Barbara Thompson, professor in the department of family medicine at the University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston. The traditional pomp and circumstance includes presentation of not only the honoree but also the Knights of Momus court, dignitaries and distinguished guests. The Houston Chronicle and KPRC reported that gala proceeds benefit the University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston.

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Houston billionaire lands Maroon 5 for his epic Mardi Gras salute in Galveston

Houston billionaire lands Maroon 5 for his epic Mardi Gras salute in Galveston

PaperCity Magazine, February 17, 2022

Tilman Fertitta’s sold-out San Luis Salute Mardi Gras bash in Galveston Feb. 25 will honor Dr. Barbara Thompson, professor in the department of family medicine at the University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston. The traditional pomp and circumstance includes presentation of not only the honoree but also the Knights of Momus court, dignitaries and distinguished guests. The Houston Chronicle and KPRC reported that gala proceeds benefit the University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston.

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