Campus Chronicles - June 26, 2024
Naomi Alade, a student from Houston Independent School District (HISD), has achieved gold in the Senior Female +73kg category at the prestigious 2024 Luxembourg Open for taekwondo. Competing against top-tier athletes, including future Olympians, Naomi showcased exceptional skill and unwavering …
Celebrating the Life and Legacy of Ida M. Lewis Ashford of Anahuac, Texas
Ida M. Lewis Ashford, born on October 12, 1930, in Double Bayou, Anahuac, Texas, was the second child of Mr. Robert Lewis and Mrs. Inez Lewis. Her passion for education and commitment to fostering learning in others left an indelible …
Wheeler Avenue Baptist Church Honors Rev. William A. Lawson with $1 Million Donation to Five Universities
Wheeler Avenue Baptist Church (WABC), the historic church founded by Rev. William A. Lawson, is set to commemorate his remarkable legacy with a generous $1 million donation. In honor of what would have been Rev. Lawson’s 96th birthday on June …
Goodwill Houston Celebrates Fourth of July with Community Donations Drive
This Independence Day, Goodwill Houston invites the community to join in celebrating the spirit of freedom and giving that empowers individuals through life-changing programs and services. As we honor our nation's birthday, Goodwill Houston is dedicated to transforming lives and …
Trinity Episcopal Church Resurrects the Annual Trinity Jazz Festival with a Spectacular 20th Anniversary Celebration
After a four-year hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Trinity Episcopal Church is thrilled to announce the triumphant return of its annual Trinity Jazz Festival. Marking its 20th anniversary, the Rising Hot 20th Annual Trinity Jazz Festival promises an exhilarating …
Harmony Public Schools Sets National Record with 43 Awards for Excellence in School Communication **Houston Style Magazine | June 2024** HOUSTON, TX (June 25, 2024) – Harmony Public Schools, hea
Harmony Public Schools, headquartered in Houston, has once again set a national benchmark, earning an unparalleled 43 awards from the National School Public Relations Association (NSPRA) for excellence in school communication and marketing. This remarkable achievement crowns Harmony as the …
Harmony Public Schools Sets National Record with 43 Awards for Excellence in School Communication **Houston Style Magazine | June 2024** HOUSTON, TX (June 25, 2024) – Harmony Public Schools, hea
Harmony Public Schools, headquartered in Houston, has once again set a national benchmark, earning an unparalleled 43 awards from the National School Public Relations Association (NSPRA) for excellence in school communication and marketing. This remarkable achievement crowns Harmony as the …
Alley Theatre Announces Ambitious $80 Million Vision for the Future Campaign
The Alley Theatre, a cornerstone of Houston’s vibrant performing arts scene, has announced the public phase of its ambitious $80 million Vision for the Future Campaign. Unveiled at the Alley’s Annual Board Meeting on June 24, 2024, this monumental campaign …
Houston Native Petty Officer Clarissa Hernandez Excels in U.S. Navy’s Submarine Force
In the heart of the U.S. Navy's elite submarine force, Houston's own Petty Officer 3rd Class Clarissa Hernandez stands out. A proud graduate of Cypress Ridge High School, Hernandez has brought her Texas roots to Naval Base Kitsap, the homeport …
Simone Manuel Wins 50m Freestyle at US Olympic Swimming Trials, Triumphs Over Overtraining Syndrome
Simone Manuel claimed a tight victory in the women’s 50-meter freestyle at the US Olympic swimming trials on Sunday, edging out Gretchen Walsh by 0.02 seconds.
Hiram Clarke/Fort Bend Redevelopment Authority Celebrates National Recognition for Gateways Improvement Project
The Hiram Clarke/Fort Bend Redevelopment Authority (HCFB), also known as Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone (TIRZ 25), proudly announces that the Gateways Improvement Project has been awarded a National Honor Award from the American Council of Engineering Companies (ACEC) at the …
HUD Launches Pioneering Affordable Housing Programs in Houston
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), in collaboration with the Houston Housing Authority (HHA), is set to unveil two groundbreaking affordable housing initiatives aimed at addressing the critical housing shortage in Houston. These first-of-their-kind programs are designed …
Trees for Houston: Pioneering Urban Greening in the Greater Houston Area
In a groundbreaking achievement, Trees For Houston has set a record by planting 101,000 trees and understory species across 150 zip codes during the 2023-2024 planting season. This monumental effort, spanning from October to April, included 473 tree plantings and …
Famous Amos Launches National Search to Award $150,000 to Three Early-Stage Entrepreneurs
Famous Amos has launched the 2024 Ingredients for Success Entrepreneurs Initiative, offering $150,000 in awards, resources, and mentorship to support Black early-stage businesses.
Houston Massage Parlor Owner Agrees to Permanent Closure Over Human Trafficking Allegations
The owner of several Houston massage establishments, shut down for suspected human trafficking, has agreed to permanently close all his businesses and leave the massage industry following an emergency closure order by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation.
