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Betty White’s Beautiful Carmel-by-the-Sea Home
Betty “The Queen of TV” White, with over 80 years in the industry, was the first woman to write, produce and act in a sitcom, Life With Elizabeth. In her lifetime she has won eight Emmys, three Screen Actors’ Guild awards, a Grammy and three American Comedy Awards. Most recently known for her bubble-headed character Rose Nylund on The Golden Girls, and hosting Saturday Night Live, White died on New Year’s Eve at the age of 99.
Corey Stapleton Releases Debut Album “Sea Change” Montana Politician and Veteran Adds Country Music Artist to His Resume
Monatanan, veteran, and former Secretary of State and Senator, Corey Stapleton announces the release of his debut album, Sea Change. Out on digital platforms today, his first full release as a country artist showcases twelve songs solely written by Stapleton, featuring themes of love, perseverance, and his thoughts on the state of the country. Stapleton also picks up a co-producer credit along with Josh Emmons, diving into the recording process head first.
Dao Insights Unveils Report on WeChat’s Contribution to China’s Retail Resurgence
Dao Insights, a leading UK-based Chinese consumer intelligence firm, has unveiled their pivotal new report, “China’s Retail Resurgence: Channeling the Power of WeChat and Consumer Trends for Growth in 2023”. This report provides detailed insights into China’s digital and luxury retail landscape, explaining the vital role WeChat plays in enabling brands to capitalize on emerging post-pandemic consumer trends.
Lone Star Beer Welcomes Porch Season with Recipes from Houston Chef Alex Padilla and more
Lone Star has partnered with Texas natives to create and share good drinks, good food and good tunes for all to enjoy. The beer brand has dubbed Lone Star Light as the National Porch Beer of Texas
51st Annual Buffalo Bayou Partnership Regatta on Saturday, March 11
The Buffalo Bayou Partnership Regatta presented by Gillman Subaru is coming up this Saturday, March 11! Participants can compete or paddle for fun along a new 8.5-mile route. Paddlers will head east from Allen’s Landing to a turnaround point near Wayside Drive. Then, they will paddle west back to the finish line.
Keeping the Doors of Opportunity Open for Black Businesses in Houston
One of the elements that has helped make Houston a center of opportunity for people of color is the African American politicians representing the area on local, state, and national levels
Houston Pastor Makes History As the First Female Black Pastor of a Megachurch
Dr. Irishea Hilliard was destined to make history. Being the daughter of a preacher, Hilliard has grown up in the church.
Big Brothers Big Sisters Looks for A Few Good African American Men
Big Brothers Big Sisters is looking for a few good African American male mentors in a new out-of the-box campaign, as the shortage is severe for the organization. Close to a 1,000 kids are in need of mentors of them 400 –plus are African American boys.
Woman Leads Police On Chase Through Two Counties
A woman wanted on a stalking warrant lead police on a high-speed chase from Willis to the Heights Friday morning.
How Choice Hotels Is Putting Its Weight Behind Black Women Ownership
A new survey by Mandala Research shows that African American travelers are a significant travel group who contributed about $63 billion to the U.S. travel and tourism economy in 2018.
Government Shutdown Closes National Black Museum Indefinitely
The popular National Museum of African American History and Culture (NMAAHC) closed Wednesday, January 2, the latest attraction to close due to the partial government shutdown.
Rockets Statement on Carmelo Anthony
Houston Rockets General Manager Daryl Morey today issued a statement on forward Carmelo Anthony’s future with the team.
First Black Woman Nominated to Facebook’s Board Of Directors
Although tech companies have been stagnant with moving the needle on racial and gender diversity, there are many individuals who are rising up the ranks and breaking barriers in the industry. According to USA Today, Facebook has nominated PayPal executive Peggy Alford to its board of directors
Houston ISD School Board Turns Around On Decision to Remove Dr. Grenita Lathan
It seems Dr. Grenita Lathan will stay on as Houston ISD interim superintendent after all. Last week, the board of trustees made a shocking move to release Dr. Grenita Lathan of her duties as the district’s interim superintendent that she has held since April of this year.
Live Nation Latin Welcomes Patricia Flores as VP of Marketing
Live Nation Entertainment, announced the hire of Patricia Flores as VP of Marketing for its newly formed Live Nation Latin group. Based in Los Angeles, Flores will report to Hans Schafer, SVP of Live Nation Latin.
Black Hairstylist Turned Entrepreneur Creates Snap Weave, an Innovative Patent-Pending Hair Extension System
Snap Weave allows women to create a full hairstyle of any length or texture in minutes – with no glue, needles, or installation tools!
Black Millennials Rank Student Loan Debt, Cybersecurity, and Criminal Justice Reform As Top 2020 Voting Issues in New Survey
Healthcare, immigration, and the state of the economy dominate mainstream conversations on top voter issues in 2020, but new survey data suggests a majority of black millennial voters will choose candidates based on their student loan debt, criminal justice reform, and cybersecurity policy ideas.
Avant-Garde Cuisine Highlights Mexican Ingredients During The Best of Cocina de Autor Riviera Maya
Mexican cuisine is experiencing a moment of explosive change, and that was apparent during Grand Velas Riviera Maya’s latest culinary festival, Best of Cocina de Autor.
More Than 5,000 Wells Fargo ATMs Launch NFC-Enabled Mobile Wallet Capability
Wells Fargo debit card customers can now use “tap and pay” functionality to access more than 40% of Wells Fargo ATMs
Wells Fargo & Company (NYSE:WFC) announced today that debit card customers have another way to use the company’s ATMs without their card -- “tap and pay” near-field communication (NFC) functionality that is launching at more than 5,000 ATMs across the country.
METRORail Free Rides are a Slam Dunk for NCAA Final Four Fun
Everyone headed to events for the NCAA Final Four or other activities over that four-day period will be able to ride METRORail for free! Coca-Cola Southwest Beverages, a proud partner of the 2023 NCAA Final Four, is providing those complimentary rides on the Red, Green and Purple lines from Friday, March 31 – Monday, April 3.
