National Aviation Day & Bussey Hot Air Balloon Event – Saturday, August 19, 2023 – 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. CT Lone Star Flight Museum at Ellington Airport, Houston, Texas
Calling all aviators! It’s a day made for the Lone Star Flight Museum. Enjoy a day that is all about aircraft. From helicopters and drones to warbirds and space shuttles, it’s a special day to celebrate aviation! Hands-on activities, plane tours, cockpit sneak peaks, tinkering with tools and don’t forget the flight simulators.
Diverse Voices and Taboo Topics: Houston Public Media's Bold Sunday Lineup
Houston Public Media has introduced a bold new Sunday programming lineup on News 88.7 designed to amplify diverse voices and tackle sensitive topics head-on. It’s the kind of “go beyond” programming that public media can uniquely provide to expand listeners’ perspectives and stimulate new conversations and ways of thinking.
DOE Releases New Report on Anniversary of Inflation Reduction Act Detailing How POTUS' Investing in America Agenda will Strengthen U.S. Economy by 2030
New Data Finds that Energy Jobs Grew in Nearly Every County in the U.S. in 2022
New Analysis Shows that Inflation Reduction Act And Bipartisan Infrastructure Law Will Save American Families up to $38 billion on Electricity Bills, Reduce Nation’s Reliance on Net Crude Oil Imports by Nearly 60%, and Could Increase Clean Electricity to 80% of America’s Grid by 2030
Harmony Public Schools Slam Dunks Distracted Driving
Harmony Science Academy - Houston is taking the wheel in preventing needless traffic accidents. The school will host DUNK Distracted Driving Basketball Stunt Show Assembly featuring basketball performers along with an educational message on the dangers of distracted driving. According to the Texas Department of Transportation, in 2022, distracted drivers caused nearly one in six crashes on Texas roads resulting in 487 deaths.
Congress, Extend the Affordable Connectivity Program to Keep Black Households Online
Millions of children across the nation will be able to do their homework at home during the upcoming school year, thanks to strong leaders on both sides of the aisle who recognize that broadband has become a necessity. But that could soon end if Congress doesn’t quickly take action.
Buc-ee’s to Break Ground On New Travel Center in Harrison County, MS On Sept. 13
Buc-ee’s, home of the world’s cleanest bathrooms, freshest food and friendliest beaver, will break ground on its new travel center in Harrison County, Mississippi, on Wednesday, September 13, 2023 at 11:00 a.m. CDT. Buc-ee’s will celebrate the start of construction with a ceremony attended by local leaders.
The Houston Museum of African American Culture Presents Johnny Floyd: GODBODY
curated by Christopher Blay. We also announce the Inaugural Bert Long Jr. Prize
August 15, The Houston Museum of African American Culture (HMAAC) invites you to our fall 2023 exhibitions, Johnny Floyd: GODBODY, curated by HMAAC’s Chief Curator Christopher Blay, and The Inaugural Bert Long Jr. Prize and exhibition announcement.
Two Houston MCs Qualify for Red Bull USA Finals, Free Livestream Airs Today via YouTube & Twitch
The Red Bull Batalla's USA Regional Qualifier competition took place this past weekend, as the Houston event will be streamed for free via Twitch and YouTube later today at 3pm CST.
Olio & Farina Debuts Brunch Service
Innovative New Restaurant Offers Hand-Crafted Pizzas in Pizza Tasting Concept
Olio & Farina, a Russo’s New York Pizzeria and Italian Kitchen Pizza Tasting Concept, has launched Brunch service at their premiere location in the Spring and Tomball area.
EV Tech Completes First Phase of EV Charger Installation at South Texas Project in San Marcos
EV Tech, a national provider of EV Chargers, installation and service, and Front Half, LLC., announced today that a pair of high powered EV Chargers were installed at 1332 N. Interstate 35 Frontage Road in San Marcos, Texas, adjacent to the Texas Bean & Brew House. The EV Charger installation marks the completion of the first phase of electrification development on the 5.58-acre property. Future efforts will include two additional EV Chargers with four available ports, as well as rooftop solar panels, large-scale battery storage and a gas turbine to create a fully integrated microgrid.
Periwinkle Foundation’s Camp Periwinkle wraps up summer camp at Camp for All with 130 children and teens from Texas Children’s Cancer and Hematology Center
The Periwinkle Foundation’s Camp Periwinkle hosted 130 campers at Camp For All in Burton, Texas, for a week-long, overnight camp for children ages 7-15 who are currently being treated or were previously treated for cancer at Texas Children’s Cancer and Hematology Center and their siblings. Since inception, Periwinkle’s signature program — Camp Periwinkle — has allowed over 5,000 campers to experience a week of pure joy, freedom and emotional healing.
Next Weekend at Discovery Green
Houston, can you believe we’re at the end of August? We have a list of fun activities that your whole family can enjoy to continue enjoying the last bit of summer!
Violent Crime Continues to Trend Down in the City of Houston
The One Safe Houston initiative continues to have a positive impact on crime, with reductions throughout the City of Houston. At the same time, Houston Police Department response times outpace most major city police departments.
The Mayor's Office of Cultural Affairs Awards $114,000 to Projects Promoting Tourism and Resilience
The City of Houston Mayor’s Office of Cultural Affairs (MOCA) is awarding $114,000 in grants to 11 individuals and nonprofit organizations whose work furthers cultural tourism and resilience throughout the city of Houston.
Delisa Rose by Taquiela Wright Set to Debut Her ‘Experience Collection’ At New York Fashion Week
Engineer turned designer, Taquiela Wright, will present her bespoke, luxury lingerie brand, Delisa Rose, with an exclusive preview of her ‘Experience Collection' at Claire Sulmers’ the Bomb Fashion Sh
Delisa Rose, a bespoke, luxury lingerie brand, designed by Taquiela Wright, has announced its upcoming debut at New York Fashion Week for the Spring/Summer 2024 season.
Rolling Out and Genesis Drive Support To HBCUs in New Because We Met Campaign
Rolling Out and Genesis Steer The Next Generation of HBCU Students and Professionals To Success with Actress Melissa L. Williams
Rolling Out - an African-American owned, multimedia, culture and creative company - has partnered with globally renowned luxury automotive brand, Genesis Motor America, to amplify the goals, dreams and accomplishments of HBCU students and professionals in its third ‘Because We Met’ campaign iteration.
Commissioner Rodney Ellis Applauds Court’s Decision to Temporarily Prevent the State from Enacting Law Targeting Harris County Elections
Below is Harris County Commissioner Rodney Ellis’s statement on a state district judge’s ruling to temporarily halt SB 1750 from becoming law.:
Biden-Harris Administration Announces $4.5 million in Grants for Region 6 States to Upgrade Stormwater and Sewer Infrastructure
Under President Biden’s Investing in America Agenda, EPA program to offer grant assistance at no cost to small and financially distressed communities
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced the availability of approximately $50 million in grants through the Sewer Overflow and Stormwater Reuse Municipal Grant Program. Approximately $4,526,000 of that funding will be available for the Region 6 states of Arkansas, Louisiana, New Mexico, Oklahoma and Texas to help Region 6 communities address stormwater and sewer infrastructure needs.
Harris County Wins Court Order Temporarily Blocking Abolishment of Elections Office
A Travis County District Court has sided with Harris County on its request to temporarily block Senate Bill 1750—which abolishes the Harris County Elections Administrator’s Office—from going into effect. The court concluded Harris County is likely to prevail on its claim that SB1750 violates the Texas constitution’s prohibition on local laws, and issued a temporary injunction preventing state officials from enforcing the law until the lawsuit concludes.
Special counsel says Hunter Biden’s gun deal is ‘withdrawn’ and invalid
Special counsel David Weiss said the deal his team previously reached with Hunter Biden to resolve a felony gun possession charge was never approved by a probation officer and is not binding.
