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RNs at 15 HCA Hospitals to Protest Lack of COVID-19 Preparedness

Registered nurses at 15 HCA Healthcare hospitals in seven states will hold actions Wednesday and Thursday, April 2 and April 3, to protest a lack of preparedness by the nation’s largest hospital chain that they say places nurses, other staff, …

Turkey Leg Hut Expands to Provide Additional Indoor Seating & Accommodations

April 1, 2020: The Turkey Leg Hut (TLH) received permits from the City of Houston late last week to begin construction of a 1,061 square foot expansion of the restaurant at 4830 Almeda Road to provide additional restaurant seating, restrooms …

The Health Museum to Host Emergency Blood Drive from March 31 to April 3

This week, from Tuesday, March 31, 2020, to Friday, April 3, 2020, The Health Museum in partnership with the Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center will hold an Emergency Blood Drive to alleviate some of the need created by COVID-19 in …

Legacy Community Health Opens Virtual Pediatric Clinic in Wake of COVID-19

Beginning today, Legacy Community Health is offering remote pediatric appointments, including for pediatric behavioral health, through Legacy’s new Virtual Pediatric Clinic. Specifically targeting new and existing patients ages 0-17 in the Houston area, the program will allow sick and well …

Harris County Reports Second Death Related to COVID-19

It is with great sadness that Harris County Public Health (HCPH) is reporting the second COVID-19 related death of a resident in Harris County (outside the City of Houston). The woman, between the ages of 50-60 years old, lived in …

Stay Home and Cook: Comforting Southwestern Casserole

There are certain recipes I return to over and over. Though not gourmet by any stretch of the imagination, they're the ones my family and guests rave about. One of my favorites is also well suited for "shelter in place" …

Now’s the Time to Teach At-Home Nutrition

With a lot of parents facing the challenge of keeping housebound kids happy and healthy, this is the perfect time to teach kids the basics of nutrition and eating right.

Challenges that black-owned businesses face during Coronavirus

So how can black-owned businesses put their business in a more secure position to stay strong and recover faster once the crisis subsides? Martin Ekechukwu, a serial entrepreneur and Co-founder of WHTWRKS, a marketing company that works with small business …

McDonald's Offering Free Delivery Through April 6

Most McDonald’s restaurants in the Houston area are still open and serving customers through drive-thru, carry out and McDelivery. In these uncertain times, they’re partnering with DoorDash and Uber Eats to deliver food to customers who are staying home with …

How To Sanitize Your Car to Reduce the Spread of COVID-19

Even as people around the country are avoiding large public gatherings, they still must get in their cars several times each day for necessary trips to work or the grocery store. People are taking precautions in public, such as using …

Census Bureau Extends Decennial Count

The U.S. Census Bureau announced that it would delay its decennial count by at least two weeks because of the coronavirus pandemic.

Resources for Texas Residents

The Texas Department of Agriculture, the Texas Education Agency and the governor's office have launched the MealFinder Map to help parents locate places offering free food for students. Detailed information on the dates, times, and addresses of facilities throughout Texas …

KIPP-Texas Houston Free Food Distribution sites for anyone 19 yrs old and under

While our school campuses are closed, KIPP Texas is doing everything possible to ensure individuals 19 years old and under will continue to receive the breakfast and lunch they would otherwise receive had they been at school. Almost 90 percent …

Minority (and WOMAN) Owned Organic Hair Care Line Changing the Industry

The official Launch for Tress Organix began in April 2019 and was created by mompreneur and beauty enthusiast, Pam Trice. Tress Organix is an all-natural product line that was designed to revitalize damaged hair strands into stronger, longer tresses. Their …

Houston Sauce Pit Food Truck Remains Open, Steps Up Social Distancing with Curbside Service During COVID-19 Stay Home Order

Houston Sauce Pit Vegan BBQ Food Truck will be Remain Open During “Stay Home, Work Safe” Order, Bringing Take-out Orders Right to Cars to Step Up Social Distancing Efforts.