Sheryl Underwood Welcomes Warren Ballentine to Pack Rat Foundation For Education
Sheryl Underwood, Founder of Pack Rat Foundation For Education (PRFFE), is pleased to announce the addition of radio personality and motivational speaker Warren Ballentine to the team as a consultant to the foundation.
Gaby Natale Advocates at United Nations for Fair Latino Representation
Monday, December 10 was a historic day at the United Nations, as Gaby Natale joined a group of decision makers for the international body's first Hispanic Leadership Summit. The unprecedented gathering of leaders from business, media, politics and advocacy came about after a yearlong effort by the We Are All Human Foundation, headed by Claudia Romo Edelman.
"A Boy. A Girl. A Dream." Goes to Digital & On Demand This Friday!
SYNOPSIS: On the night of the 2016 Presidential election, Cass, an L.A. club promoter, takes a thrilling and emotional journey with Frida, a Midwestern visitor. She challenges him to revisit his broken dreams - while he pushes her to discover hers.
Louisiana Fur & Wildlife Festival Southeast Tourism Society Top 20 Event
The Southeast Tourism Society (STS) recently honored the Louisiana Fur & Wildlife Festival as a 2019 Top 20 Event for the month of January.
Older Learners Honored at HCDE Share Stories of Struggle, Success
Older learners share stories about learning English, gaining new careers and balancing adult responsibility as they are honored on Thursday, Dec. 13 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Harris County Department of Education, 6300 Irvington. The 32 adults are inducted into the National Adult Education Honor Society as outstanding learners who go above-and-beyond to better themselves and help and inspire others.
Mexico Beach Opens Temporary Welcome Center and Shares Post-Hurricane Update
Mexico Beach, a tranquil and serene slice of “old Florida” beloved by so many, was ravaged by Hurricane Michael this past October. Illustrating the community’s resolve and passion for its longtime visitors, many of whom made the community their second home, the Mexico Beach Welcome Center reopened its doors on Dec 4. Located next to the original Welcome Center at the west entrance to Mexico Beach adjacent to the canal, the structure serves as a meeting point for visitors, community members and workers all equally passionate about rebuilding Mexico Beach.
Tennis Legend Zina Garrison Appointed to Harris County-Houston Sports Authority Board
Harris County Commissioners Court has unanimously approved Commissioner Rodney Ellis’ appointment of former tennis star Zina Garrison to the Harris County-Houston Sports Authority Board.
Author and Business Maven Miara Shaw Bringing “Hope” to Houston Entrepreneurs for the New Year
Houston author, community leader and business expert, Miara Shaw, will host The Hope of Purpose Experience in Houston, Texas on Jan. 25 and 26, 2019. The educational conference and networking event for creative entrepreneurs and social influencers will take place at the Microsoft Technology Center located in Town & Country Village (750 Town and Country Blvd, Houston, TX 77024).
Get the Look: Emily Blunt in Chantecaille
At the London premiere of Mary Poppins Returns, celebrity makeup artist Jenn Streicher used Chantecaille to create a rosy pink look on star Emily Blunt.
Governor Abbott Delivers Remarks At The Opportunity Austin Investor's Lunch
Governor Greg Abbott today delivered remarks to business leaders and investors at the Opportunity Austin Investor's Lunch. The Governor’s speech centered on the Texas success story as he highlighted the pro-growth policies that have made the Lone Star State the global economic powerhouse it is today.
Remax Southwest to Better Serve Customers with U-Haul
U-Haul Company of Texas is pleased to announce that Remax Southwest has signed on as a U-Haul® neighborhood dealer to serve the Sugar Land community.
Sony Classical Reissues Black Composer Series: The Complete Album Collection (10-CD Box Set) Featuring Conductor Paul Freeman
In the 1970s, CBS Masterworks made a groundbreaking series of recordings featuring the music of black composers. The nine LPs released all featured the pioneering conductor Paul Freeman. Sony Classical is proud to reissue the complete Black Composer Series in a single original album collection with each CD remastered from the original analogue tapes using 24 bit/192 kHz technology.
Topgolf and TCL Partner to Build Inclusive Esports Venues for all Gamers
Fastest-growing sports entertainment company, Topgolf, partners with TCL, America's fastest-growing TV brand on national esports initiatives
Global sports entertainment leader Topgolf® and TCL,® the fastest-growing television brand in North America, have announced a national partnership that will generate exciting esports entertainment at Topgolf, designed for gamers from all walks of life. The first TCL esports Lounge will open at Topgolf Las Vegas in early January, aligning with the 2019 Consumer Electronics Show Jan. 8-11.
Introducing Elemental Bottles TUMBLERS
The Elemental Tumbler keeps your beverages warm, even on-the-go! The unique ceramic lid provides an at-home drinking experience no matter where you are.
TV One Introduces New Entertainment Network Cleo TV with Exclusive New York City Event
TV One hosted a private event at The Cadillac House in New York City to celebrate and preview new entertainment network, CLEO TV on Thursday, December 6. Derived from the name Cleopatra, CLEO TV is an aspirational lifestyle and entertainment network targeting Millennial and Gen X women of color.
Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee Statement Following the Criminal Sentencing of the President’s Former Personal Lawyer
Jackson Lee – “I hope federal prosecutors review all the materials seized from Mr. Cohen to fully unearth the pattern of criminal conduct that has defined the last decade of his relationship with the Trump Organization, and pursue the facts wherever they may lead. I also look forward to an opportunity to hear from Michael Cohen, in an open, public setting before the House Judiciary Committee, so that he may fully reveal his criminal activity as it relates to the President, and especially regarding knowledge of Russian interference in the 2016 election and the extent to which associates of the Trump campaign aided and abetted in that crime.”
METRONEXT Poised for Progress with Moving Forward Plan
Draft Travel Improvement Plan Unveiled at State of METRO
Direct connections to Houston's airports, new rapid transit lines linking downtown to uptown, and eight new Park & Ride lots are just a few of the transit projects proposed to the sold out room at the State of METRO luncheon today. The Greater Houston Partnership's annual event drew business and community leaders from across the area. METRO Board Chair Carrin Patman unveiled the METRONext Moving Forward Plan. The $7.5 billion plan calls for more than 40 projects for 2040 and beyond to address the explosive population growth predicted for the region.
Statement from Dr. Tedd L. Mitchell, Chancellor, Texas Tech University System
Texas Tech University System Chancellor Dr. Tedd L. Mitchell provided the following statement of support for the 2018 farm bill, which has been approved by the U.S. Congress and U.S. Senate.
Congressman Al Green's Statement on 2019 Open Enrollment Period
On Wednesday, December 12, 2018, Congressman Al Green made the following statement regarding the severity of enrolling in a health plan before open enrollment ends on Saturday, December 15, 2018:
Bates Collision Centers Provides ‘Keys to a Brighter Future’ by Gifting 2 Cars to HCDE Mothers
Head Start single moms to unwrap cars after receiving Responsible Parenting award
After months without reliable transportation while juggling work and a family as a single-parent household, Harris County Department of Education Head Start single moms Sheena Gulley and Parishellia Banks are receiving a special gift from Bates Collision Centers: the gift of transportation.

