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Moody Gardens to Host 37th Annual Mardi Gras Ball for Special People
Jazz around the world with a free family-friendly Mardi Gras Ball
This year, Moody Gardens Mardi Gras Ball for Special People will feature a cool jazz theme “Around the World,” which incorporates Mardi Gras celebrations from around the globe. Entertainment will include music by a DJ and live performances. Guests, who are encouraged to dress up in their jazz soul costumes, will also enjoy food, crafts, dance, and costume contests. Attendees can also take pictures in front of multiple backdrops and with costume characters.
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Houston's 'Holiday in the TRE' Invites Families to Celebrate with Joy and Generosity
Houston Style Magazine is gearing up for its support of the 4th spectacular ‘Holiday in the Tre’ event, a heartwarming tradition that illuminates the joyous season. On December 9th, 2023, from 10 am to 2 pm, Emancipation Park will transform into an enchanting winter wonderland. This much-anticipated, free community gathering, proudly presented by H.E.B, promises an array of festive activities, including an official holiday tree light- ing, engaging live entertainment, and a special kids’ zone that captures the magic of winter.
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Volunteers needed to install 800 free smoke alarms during Red Cross Sound the Alarm event in the 5th Ward
Register at www.redcross.org/STAtxgulfcoast to volunteer on February 25
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COVID-19 Updates: Stay-Home Work-Safe Order Extended
Tuesday, March 31 County Judge Hidalgo extended the Stay-Home Work-Safe order through midnight April 30. If you need additional clarification or information on this order, please email stayhome@co.hctx.net or visit the County's FAQ page.
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Governor Abbott Presents 2018 Star Of Texas Awards
Governor Greg Abbott today presented the 2018 Star of Texas Awards to peace officers, firefighters and first responders who demonstrated heroism in service to their communities and the State of Texas. The Star of Texas Awards were created in 2003 by the Texas Legislature to honor the men and women who have been killed or sustained injuries in the line of duty.
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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.
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Don't Expect Fair Elections in 2020
The African American journey through American history can be summed up in two words – UNJUST and UNFAIR.
From the moment we first set foot on the North American continent, we have been subjected to atrocities both great and small. Armed with a culture of white supremacy bolstered by their religion and world view, Europeans seeking to create empires spanning the globe built their dream with the lives and labor stolen from Africans and other peoples from around the world.
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Making Up For Lost Time
Astros go extra innings to close out the series against the Angels
Have you ever heard of the phrase, “Making up for lost time?” It seems like it is becoming the mantra for the 2020 MLB season for the Houston Astros after an over three-month layoff due the COVID-19. On Sunday, Houston (5-4) defeated the Los Angeles Angels (3-7) by a score of 6-5 in extra innings to win the series 2-1. The game was the Astros third extra inning game out of the last four played.
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Nonprofit Samaritan’s Purse aims to get 1,000 families back home
When Ervin Lassiter’s neighborhood was ravaged by a tornado in April 2011, members of the nonprofit Samaritan’s Purse were among the first faces he saw.
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Val Demings plans to run for Senate against Rubio, sources say
Florida Rep. Val Demings plans to run for US Senate against Republican Sen. Marco Rubio in 2022, two sources familiar with the plan told CNN Tuesday.
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Chris Hollins endorses Hidalgo, Garcia, and Briones ahead of pivotal Harris County elections
Hollins endorsement expressed the essential role of Harris County in Houston’s progress
Former Harris County Clerk Chris Hollins continues to put his stamp on November’s midterm election by announcing key endorsements in Harris County races. Highlighting the essential role that Harris County plays in moving Houston forward, Hollins announced today his support of Lina Hidalgo for County Judge, Adrian Garcia for County Commissioner Precinct 2, and Lesley Briones for County Commissioner Precinct 4.
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Fort Bend County Judge KP George Welcomes Texas General Land Commissioner
County Officials Discuss Current and Future Infrastructure and Mitigation Needs
Infrastructure topped the list of concerns as Fort Bend County Judge KP George welcomed, newly elected Texas General Land Commissioner Dr. Dawn Buckingham to Fort Bend County on Wednesday.
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One in 10 Firms Bidding for Trump’s Mexico Wall Project Are Hispanic-Owned
Ten percent of the companies interested in bidding for the first stage of the construction of Donald Trump’s border wall with Mexico are Hispanic-owned businesses, as construction firms wrestle with the morality of profiting from the controversial infrastructure project.
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Harris County Attorney Christian D. Menefee Responds to Texas Comptroller
Earlier today Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar issued a statement erroneously claiming that “Judge Hidalgo and county officials” have sought an opportunity to resolve his determination that Harris County defunded the Precinct 5 Constable’s Office.
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Judge Lina Hidalgo Commits to Harris County
Lina Hidalgo’s strikingly small figure and bright-eyed Latina looks caused political handicappers to dismiss her at 27-years-old for most of 2018. However, that happens no more around Harris County, where in her second month as the top elected official in America’s third largest county, Harris County Judge Hidalgo oversees a $4.1 billion budget that employs more than 17,000 people.
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Harris County Attorney Christian D. Menefee Responds to Election Day Lawsuit
Today the Harris County Republican Party and its chair filed an emergency lawsuit in the Texas Supreme Court asking the Court to block the Harris County Election Administrator’s plan to drop off ballots and election information at the central counting station after the polls close tonight.
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Teneshia Hudspeth Announces Bid for Harris County Clerk
Chief Deputy Harris County Clerk Teneshia Hudspeth announced today she is seeking the Democratic nomination for Harris County Clerk. Voters will choose the next Harris County Clerk in the November General Election.
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The Color Purple | Official Trailer
A bold new take on the beloved classic. #TheColorPurple only in theaters December 25. Warner Bros. Pictures invites you to experience the extraordinary sisterhood of three women who share one unbreakable bond in “The Color Purple.” This bold new take on the beloved classic is directed by Blitz Bazawule (“Black Is King,” “The Burial of Kojo”) and produced by Oprah Winfrey, Steven Spielberg, Scott Sanders and Quincy Jones. “The Color Purple” stars Taraji P. Henson (“What Men Want,” “Hidden Figures”), Danielle Brooks (“Peacemaker,” “Orange Is the New Black”), Colman Domingo (“Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom,” “Fear the Walking Dead”), Corey Hawkins (“In the Heights,” “BlacKkKlansman”), H.E.R. (“Judas and the Black Messiah,” “Beauty and the Beast: A 30th Celebration”), Halle Bailey (“The Little Mermaid,” “Grown-ish”), Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor (“King Richard,” “If Beale Street Could Talk”), and Fantasia Barrino (in her major motion picture debut). The screenplay is by Marcus Gardley (“Maid,” “The Chi”), based on the novel by Alice Walker and based on the musical stage play, book (of the musical stage play) by Marsha Norman, music and lyrics by Brenda Russell, Allee Willis and Stephen Bray. The executive producers Alice Walker, Rebecca Walker, Kristie Macosko Krieger, Carla Gardini, Mara Jacobs, Adam Fell, Courtenay Valenti, Sheila Walcott and Michael Beugg. Joining director Bazawule behind the camera are director of photography Dan Laustsen (“John Wick: Chapter 4,” “The Shape of Water”), production designer Paul Denham Austerberry (“The Flash,” “The Twilight Saga: Eclipse”) and editor Jon Poll (“Bombshell,” “The Greatest Showman”). The choreographer is Fatima Robinson (“Coming 2 America,” “Dreamgirls”) and the costumes are designed by Francine Jamison-Tanchuck (“Emancipation,” “One Night in Miami…”). The music supervisors are Jordan Carroll (“The Greatest Showman,” “Godfather of Harlem”) and Morgan Rhodes (“Space Jam: A New Legacy,” “Selma”); the music is by Kris Bowers (“King Richard,” “Green Book”); and the executive music producers are Nick Baxter (“Babylon,” “CODA”), Stephen Bray (“Respect,” “Juanita”) and Blitz Bazawule. Warner Bros. Pictures presents a Harpo Films Production, an Amblin Entertainment Production, a Scott Sanders Production/a QJP Production, “The Color Purple.” It will be distributed worldwide by Warner Bros. Pictures and is set to open in theaters in North America on December 25, 2023 and internationally beginning 18 January 2024.
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Ristorante Cavour Executive Chef Maurizio Ferrarese Delights Guests in Two- Night Chocolate Dinner Spectacular
Ristorante Cavour Executive Chef Maurizio Ferrarese Delights Guests in Two-Night Chocolate Dinner Spectacular. Acclaimed Hotel Granduca and Ristorante Cavour Chef Maurizio Ferrarese Hosts Immaculate Chocolate-Infused Dinner in Uptown Park.
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SWAC Week One Honors
The Southwestern Athletic Conference passed out weekly honors for outstanding performances on the offensive and defensive sides of the ball as well as special teams and newcomer of the week.
