Almost Doesn’t Count: Texans Fall to 0-3 After Another Slow Start Against the New York Giants
There is an old cliché’ that says, “Slow and steady wins the race.” Although it’s a great cliché if you are running long distance, it does not work in the National Football League. The Houston Texans got off to a …
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated - Alpha Kappa Omega Chapter Kicks Off 90th Anniversary Celebration
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated have been caretakers of their community. In the Houston area, the members of the Alpha Kappa Omega Chapter have been addressing the needs and issues of their surrounding area for 90 years making lasting impacts …
Mario Van Peebles Won’t Stop Making Films That Matter
Born of a revolutionary bloodline to activist filmmaker, Melvin Van Peebles, you could say that Mario Van Peebles was born to make films that nudge our social consciousness and encourage us to answer questions we hadn’t thought to ask. An …
Wreckshop Records and DJ XO Is Slated To Drop "Unity," A New Age Hip-Hop Movement in Houston
On Monday, September 24, 2018, Wreckshop Records and founder, D-Reck presented a private listening party for Unity Vol. 1, a dope collaboration highlighting various artists in Houston at the top of their game.
Keeping It 100: Astros Clinch A.L. West
Some say that “You can’t have your cake and eat it too.” I guess the defending World Series champs didn’t get that memo. On a night where the Houston Astros won their 100th game for the second consecutive season, they …
Explore Local Businesses, Events and Restaurants During Arts District Houston’s Inaugural Arts District Month
October is officially Arts District Month in Houston and Arts District Houston is partnering with Houston First, Visit Houston, and Le Meridien Houston Downtown to showcase all that the District has to offer. For the first time, visitors can celebrate …
METRO CEO Accepts National Transportation Award
The American Public Transportation Association (APTA) formally recognized METRO President & CEO Tom Lambert as the 2018 Outstanding Public Transportation Manager today. Lambert accepted the award during a luncheon at the organization's national convention in Nashville, Tennessee.
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority to Provide Mammograms to the Houston Community in Support of Breast Cancer Awareness
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated is committed to addressing critical issues that impact the quality of lives throughout the world, including women’s healthcare and wellness. The international service sorority has partnered with Assured Imaging to provide 50 3D mammograms to …
Houston Sailor Returns Home after Middle East Deployment
A 2002 Willowridge High School graduate and Houston native is one of 1,200 sailors who recently returned to Naval Station Mayport after a six-month deployment aboard USS Iwo Jima.
Rap-A-Lot Records Founder to Participate in Several On-Campus Activities, Including Fireside Chat and Book Signing
James "J" Prince, founder of Rap-A-Lot Records, author of The Art & Science Of Respect will be at Texas Southern University on October 1, 2018, at noon to commemorate "J Prince Day." The day will include A Conversation with James …
Auto Show Preview Night to Benefit Texas Children's Hospital and Open to the Public for First Time in 36 Years
The Houston Auto Show has announced that it will open its exclusive Preview Night Gala to the public in 2019. This event, typically reserved for industry professionals and VIPs will now serve as a charitable evening benefitting Texas Children’s Cancer …
Astros Clinch American League West Division Title
The Houston Astros have clinched their second consecutive American League West Division title, following an Astros win and an Athletics loss earlier tonight. This sets up an Astros and Indians American League Division Series, which will begin on Friday, Oct. …
City of Houston launches informational website regarding Nov. 6 city ballot
Houstonians will have the opportunity to vote on two city charter referendums: Propositions A &B. As part of the city's effort to educate the public regarding the Nov.6 ballot, the city has launched the "Houston Votes 2018" website providing information …
October is Archives Month
October is Archives Month! Learn more about the Houston Public Library's special collections library, Houston Metropolitan Research Center (HMRC), and the amazing treasures it preserves in its archive collection. HMRC is hosting the multiple programs throughout the month providing insights …
Construction Begins On New Rail-Served Distribution Facility For Leading Resin Packaging Company
Trammell Crow Company (TCC) and partner Artis REIT announce that construction has commenced on a new, Class-A, 519,224-square-foot rail-served distribution facility for Plastic Bagging & Packaging, Inc. (PBP), an international producer of plastic bagging and provider of packaging services. The …
