Special CHEERS Celebrates Stand by Me 15th Anniversary Gala Sept. 30
Fundraiser benefits nonprofit providing equine therapy and other occupational therapy services to special needs children and adults
Special CHEERS (Children with Horses for Evaluation, Education, Rehabilitation, and Socialization) celebrates its 15-year anniversary with Stand by Me, a western-themed fundraiser with barbecue, adult beverages, dancing, live and silent auctions and music by the Shayne Still & Southern Blend Band. The nonprofit operates on 240 acres of land consisting of trails and pasture in Northwest Houston and employs a range of occupational therapy services for children and adults with special needs, with a strong focus on equine therapy.
Rep. Reynolds Proudly Files HCR 22 Urging Congress to Impeach President Trump
On June 12, 2017, U.S. Representatives Al Green and Brad Sherman filed an article of impeachment against President Donald John Trump for high crimes and misdemeanors. The article states that President Trump has prevented, obstructed, and impeded the administration of justice and he has exhibited a pattern of behavior calculated to thwart investigations being conducted by federal law enforcement officials into Russian interference in the 2016 presidential election, including inquiries into the activities of Michael Flynn, his former national security advisor, and into possible collusion by members of his campaign staff and other associates.
Governor Abbott Delivers Remarks To The Sheriffs' Association Of Texas
Governor Greg Abbott today delivered remarks at the 139th annual Sheriffs' Association Training Conference and Expo in Grapevine, Texas. In his speech, the Governor outlined legislation passed during the 85th legislative session to further protect and honor Texas peace officers, including the designation of July 7th as Fallen Law Enforcement Officer Day, making it a hate crime to target a peace officer because of the uniform they wear, and establishing a $25 million grant program for rifle-resistant body armor.
Bubbles Help New Catalysts Self-optimize
Rice, Lawrence Livermore scientists replace expensive platinum for efficient hydrogen production
Scientists at Rice University and the Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory have predicted and created new two-dimensional electrocatalysts to extract hydrogen from water with high performance and low cost.
Procter & Gamble Releases Powerful Video “The Talk” to Increase Awareness Around Bias as Part of “My Black is Beautiful” Campaign
A new video released Monday titled “The Talk” compellingly tackles the impact of racial bias through the lens of black parents in America. The video ― which was released by My Black Is Beautiful, a beauty brand owned by Procter & Gamble ― is a powerful two-minute clip that explores racial bias by depicting some of the burdens placed on parents of black children, who are challenged with having necessary but difficult discussions with their children about their survival and self-esteem.
Dr. Myla Bennett, Board Certified Plastic Surgeon, & Philmore Academy Private School Partner To Build Leadership & Self Worth In Youth
Dr. Myla Bennett and the Preserve Your Pretty® Campaign will focus on increasing the self esteem of youth across the nation.
Board certified plastic surgeon, business coach, and professional empowerment speaker Dr. Myla Bennett entered into a partnership with one of Atlanta’s top learning institutions, Philmore Academy Private School. The partnership will continue to bring awareness to the Preserve Your Pretty® campaign by educating students to understand that being “pretty” is not just a physical attribute.
Vegan Products to Keep Skin BeautifulAll Year Long
Taitu Botanicals is an herbal body care line selling deluxe, natural body care, health and wellness products. Their product line includes vegan soap, shea butter and hair and body oil.
225 Youth Compete in Precinct One Harris County Aquatics Program’s Splashdown Swim Meet
About 225 boys and girls recently competed in Splashdown, a friendly swim meet hosted by the Harris County Aquatics Program (HCAP).
Glaciers May Have Helped Warm Earth
Rice University professor's study details effect of glacial versus nonglacial weathering on carbon cycle
It seems counterintuitive, but over the eons, glaciers may have made Earth warmer, according to a Rice University professor.
Transgender Man Gives Birth to a Boy
Trystan Reese, a transgender man living in Portland, Oregon, has given birth to a boy with his partner of seven years, Biff Chaplow. Their son, Leo Murray Chaplow, was born July 14.
Serena Williams, Tracee Ellis Ross and other Celebrity Women Unite for ‘Black Women’s Equal Pay Day’
This year, Equal Pay Day was on April 4 to mark the extra three months and a few days that women in general have to work in order to make as much as men do in a year, with the pay gap at around 80 cents to the dollar. But the gap is worse when you take race into account, with Black women only making 67 cents to every dollar.
Sam Shepard: A Writer, Actor Who Wore Many Hats
Although he brought a laconic cowboy style to his screen roles, Sam Shepard wore a number of different hats: Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright, Oscar-nominated actor, screenwriter and director.
Spelman College Awards Scholarships for LGBTQ Advocates via Levi Watkins Jr. Scholars Program
Spelman College, an all girls HBCU, announced this week a new scholarship program for students of the school who advocate for LGBTQ issues. The Levi Watkins Jr. Scholars Program “will call attention to the importance of making visible the courageous and significant work of LGBTQ scholar activists within and beyond the academy, especially at HBCUs,” Spelman professor and alumna Beverly Guy-Sheftall said.
US Tests Defense System After North Korea Missile Launch
The United States said it conducted a successful missile defense test in the Pacific Ocean on Sunday amid growing tensions with North Korea.
Republicans Try to Move Forward
After a chaotic week for President Donald Trump and his party, Republicans are facing a fundamental question: What's next?
Pence Slams Russia as Sanctions Row Escalates
US Vice President Mike Pence launched into a wide-ranging tirade against Russia on Monday, signaling no let-up in an increasingly bitter row between Moscow and Washington over sanctions.
The Future of Health Care Is Anyone's Guess
The future of the Affordable Care Act is more uncertain than ever. Over the weekend, Republicans were still reeling from their monumental loss after their plans to overhaul Obamacare were dashed in dramatic fashion.
Kelly Sworn In as Trump's Second Chief of Staff
John Kelly was sworn in as President Donald Trump's new chief of staff Monday, tasked with bringing order to an often chaotic White House and jump-starting the President's stalled legislative agenda.
Trump On North Korea: 'We handle everything'
President Donald Trump told reporters at his second full Cabinet meeting as president that his administration will be able to take care of North Korea but offered no specifics about what he plans to do.
White House Mum On Trump's Call for Police to Be 'rough' On Suspects
White House officials declined to comment on Monday when asked if they had a response to multiple police departments criticizing President Donald Trump's law-and-order speech on Friday.
