Keyondra Lockett Impacts Radio with "Try", Makes Stunning Appearances Around the Country
Keyondra Lockett is stepping boldly into her new normal as a solo artist, as she makes major moves in support of her independent career and her debut album. She recently inked a partnership deal with IndieBlu/Entertainment One Entertainment, and is making appearances around the country in support of her upcoming album, The Heal, which is set for release late September.
Prudential Financial Returns as Presenting Partner of Hispanicize LA 2018
Hispanicize Media Group (HMG) announced today that Prudential Financial, Inc. returns as presenting partner of Hispanicize LA slated for October 11 – 13th during Hispanic Heritage Month at the Intercontinental Hotel in Century City. This marks the second year Prudential is the presenting sponsor of both Hispanicize events in Miami and Los Angeles.
Roll to the Polls with a Free Ride from METRO
METRO is offering free rides to Houston-area polling locations for the Harris County Flood Control District Bond Election. Voters can ride at no charge on METRORail, local buses, and METROLift paratransit services.
Neighborhood Restoration Center Harvey Recovery Fair - August 18
August 18 Harvey Recovery Fair will connect residents to services
The City of Houston and community partners BakerRipley and Memorial Assistance Ministries operate 14 Neighborhood Restoration Centers (NRCs) at locations throughout Houston to offer guidance and support to residents in need of Harvey recovery assistance. The centers are staffed with case managers who consult with residents to assess their needs, help them prepare a recovery plan, and connect them to needed services and resources.
Commissioner Ellis and Civic Leaders Announce Non-Partisan Campaign Using Billboards to Encourage Voter Registration
Harris County Commissioner Rodney Ellis, NAACP Houston Branch President Dr. James Douglas, LULAC District Director Alfonso Maldonado, and Lee Vela, Vice President of Public Affairs at Clear Channel Outdoor will launch a public service campaign, using 20 billboards, to encourage voter registration and electoral participation.
Beyond the Rhetoric: Why do Large Black Organizations Love Construction Unions?
Yes, why would groups like the NAACP and National Urban League have this long- standing love affair with construction unions. These unions have racial animist. They are the antipathy of civil rights and democracy. Yet, when you attend annual meetings of these organizations you find a big presence of various construction trades sponsoring their events. It is like mixing oil with water. It just doesn’t make sense.
The Consulate General of Mexico in Houston, the Mexican Tourism Board and Serrano Gallery are pleased to present “THE FIFTH ELEMENT”
The Consulate General of Mexico in Houston, the Mexican Tourism Board and Serrano Gallery are pleased to present “THE FIFTH ELEMENT”
Family of boy who died after being left in day care bus files lawsuit
KPRC is reporting that the family of 3-year-old Raymond “R.J.” Pryer has filed a lawsuit in his wrongful death case. The toddler was left in a day care bus van last month after returning from a field trip with the Discovery Me Academy. He was left in the van for more than four hours and died of heat exhaustion.
5 Books By Black Authors You Should Add To Your Reading List
If you are actively searching for good reads, the increase of black authors may have become more obvious depending on the source of your findings—it’s a wonderful thing.
Mayor Turner Initiates Second Phase of Plan to Combat Human Trafficking
Mayor Sylvester Turner announced today the start of the second phase of the City’s Anti-Human Trafficking Strategic Plan. The plan is the nation’s first comprehensive municipal response to combat human trafficking.
GirlTrek Will Host 80 National #BeLikeMaxine Walks to Celebrate Congresswoman Maxine Waters’ 80th Birthday: August 15th
Congresswoman Maxine Waters will celebrate her 80th birthday on Wednesday, August 15th. To pay tribute to this iconic woman who has dedicated 37 years to serving the people, speaking up against injustice and side-eyeing all fooleywang, GirlTrek is joining AFROPUNK, Color of Change, and thousands of Black folks across the country in a nationwide #BeLikeMaxine celebration.
Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee Calls for an Investigation and Full Assessment of Security in Airplane Cockpits, on The Apron and Runways of our Nation’s Airports
Jackson Lee— “We must investigate and fully assess our security measures involving the cockpit of airplanes parked at our nation’s airports”
Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee Condemns Saudi Arabia attack on Yemem Chldren
Jackson Lee— “Saudi Arabia should be condemned for the tragic attacks on innocent Yemen children”
MD Anderson ranked No. 1 for cancer care in national survey
The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center again has been ranked No. 1 for cancer care by U.S. News & World Report’s annual “Best Hospitals” survey. Since the survey began in 1990, MD Anderson has been named one of the top two cancer hospitals, and it has ranked first 14 times in the last 17 years.
McDonald’s and Franchisees Investing $448 Million in Texas To Modernize 840 Texas Restaurants in 2018 & 2019
Remodeled restaurants offer new technology and a more fun, modern experience
Today, McDonald’s announced that the company and its franchisees are investing $448 Million in Texas throughout 2018 and 2019 on the construction and modernization of 840 McDonald’s restaurants, transforming the customer experience inside and outside the restaurant. In total, McDonald’s and franchisees are investing $6 billion to modernize most U.S. restaurants by 2020, including most restaurants in Texas.
Houston's Largest Food Fest Returns Food, Fun, Music & More
Saturday, August 18, 2018
Houston's Largest Food Fest Returns Food, Fun, Music & More Saturday, August 18, 2018 Location: Herman Square Park - Houston, TX $5 Early Bird or $25 VIP Tickets 12-10pm | All Ages
Timeless Elegance: Homage to Oscar de la Renta Exhibit Opening and Panel Discussion at the Houston Public Library
Fashion enthusiasts are invited to view the fashion exhibit, Timeless Elegance: Homage to Oscar de la Renta, which showcases winning creations from Fashion Fusion, an annual competition presented by the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston (MFAH) and Houston Community College (HCC), Fashion and Costume Design Department. The panel discussion, which will be moderated by HCC’s Fashion Design Professor Alex Chapman, will be held at Central Library 1st Floor Art Gallery on Sunday, August 19 at 2 PM. Panelists will include special guest, Houston designer David Peck, as well as some of the designers highlighted in the exhibit: Jing Cao, Inge Duran, David Julian Valdez, Shanda Phillips, Teresa Rangel, Ebonie Sophus, and Maria Hammond.
Houston Native Supports Ballistic Missile Defenders in Spain
A 2015 Colegio Pierre Favre, in Mexico, graduate and Houston native is serving in Spain at U.S. Naval Hospital Rota in support of ballistic-missile defense ships forward-deployed to Naval Station (NAVSTA) Rota.
Bayou City Art Festival Downtown Announces 2018 Houston Nonprofit Beneficiaries
A portion of the proceeds from the weekend outdoor fine art festival will benefit six local charities
The 2018 Bayou City Art Festival Downtown, produced by the Art Colony Association, Inc. (ACA), has selected six local nonprofits that will benefit from a portion of the proceeds of the event. The weekend celebration will be held Saturday-Sunday, October 13-14, 2018, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. and will spotlight 300 artists from around the country representing 19 different disciplines in Downtown Houston.
Windsor Village Church Hosts Annual Back 2 School Celebration
The Windsor Village Church Family will host the 14th annual Back 2 School Celebration Saturday, August 18th from 11 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Kingdom Builders Center, 6011 West Orem, Houston, Texas 77085.
