Legendary Astros Manager Dusty Baker Retires After Four Remarkable Years
In January 2020, when Houston Astros owner Jim Crane made the tough call to part ways with manager A.J. Hinch due to the team's involvement in the 2017 sign-stealing scandal, he needed a leader who could steer the ship through …
Houston Elections: Race Heats Up as Early Voting Nears Its End
As the early voting period in Harris County comes to a close, over 101,000 people have already cast their ballots, leaving one more week of early voting at the county's 68 designated locations. These elections, which hold the power to …
HEF: Distinguished Lecture Series – Lighting The Path To Change
Houston's Journey Towards Social Justice & Economic Equity. The Houston Fund for Social Justice and Economic Equity takes immense pride in announcing its inaugural event: The HEF Distinguished Lecture Series. This pivotal event heralds a milestone in Houston's journey towards …
Harris County Attorney Menefee Announces Settlement against Cigarette Companies in Vaping Case
Harris County Attorney Christian D. Menefee announced a settlement of the county’s lawsuit against Altria Group, Inc., Philip Morris USA, Inc., and related companies over their role in deceptively marketing Juul e-cigarette products to minors.
Origins and Legacies: Celebrating the Founding Artists of Project Row Houses
Join us at the 3131 Gallery's grand opening to honor Garnet Coleman and celebrate Houston's vibrant artistic community!
The Buzz: District B's Weekly Newsletter
Two years ago, community members and I took Parks Director Kenneth Allen and other council members on tours of District B parks. I wanted Director Allen and my colleagues to hear our concerns and see the poor conditions of our …
Last Days of Early Voting for the November 7 Elections
Harris County Clerk Teneshia Hudspeth reminds citizens that this is the last week they can vote early before the November 7 Joint General & Special Elections. So far, more than 91.5K people have voted in person in Harris County.
John Whitmire Endorsed for Houston Mayor By Donna Fujimoto Cole
John Whitmire announced today that the Businesswoman and Community Leader Donna Fujimoto Cole has endorsed him in his campaign for mayor of the City of Houston.
Mildred’s Umbrella Theater collaborates with Firecracker Productions and Esurient Arts for #ENOUGH: PLAYS TO END GUN VIOLENCE
Mildred’s Umbrella Theater Company is participating for the third time in the national reading of #ENOUGH: PLAYS TO END GUN VIOLENCE, a project where theaters all over the country perform readings on the same evening of competitively selected plays about …
Allies In Hope Announce The Inaugural Hope For Houston Ball
A Night of hope and inspiration.
Harris County Reports Record-Breaking Early Voting Numbers During First Week
Harris County Clerk Teneshia Hudspeth reports that voters have cast more than 54.4K in-person ballots during the first four days of Early Voting for the November 7 Joint General & Special Elections. More people are choosing to vote early compared …
Julie Kent and Stanton Welch Talk About Their New Co-Directorship at Houston Ballet
Stanton Welch and Julie Kent are shown from the waist up, standing next to each other in front of a series of windows. Kent has her elbow resting on Welch's left shoulder and her left hand on her hip, and …
Simon Thew is named Houston Ballet’s new Music Director
Houston Ballet has appointed current Associate Conductor Simon Thew as the company’s next Music Director and Chief Conductor, effective July 1, 2024. He will succeed longtime Music Director Ermanno Florio, who is stepping down at the end of the 2023-2024 …
Celebrate a Jubilant Anniversary Filled with Exciting Premieres!
This year, the Margaret Alkek Williams Jubilee of Dance celebrates a remarkable milestone - the 20th anniversary of Stanton Welch AM as Artistic Director. Join us for an evening filled with highlights from Welch's extraordinary work created for the Company …
Get a headstart on your holiday shopping at The Nutcracker Market!
The Nutcracker Market Wells Fargo Preview Party has become the perfect way to kickoff the holiday season. Now is your chance to enjoy an exclusive evening to shop from hundreds of merchants, enjoy complimentary cocktails, dinner buffet, live entertainment, and …
