Governor Abbott, TDEM Apply For FEMA Assistance Funds To Support Texas Food Banks
Governor Greg Abbott today announced that the Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM) has applied for Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Category B assistance funding to provide financial support to Texas' network of food banks. If approved, this funding will …
Nicholas Johnson Earns Top Academic Spot as Valedictorian of Princeton’s Class of 2020
Nicholas Johnson from Montreal, Canada, has been named valedictorian of Princeton’s Class of 2020, according to princeton.edu. becoming the first black person to earn that academic honor since Princeton was founded in 1746.
Groundbreaking ASIAN AMERICANS Documentary Highlights Historical Fight For Education Equality, Asian American Groups Focus On Similarities To African American Fight For Equitable Education
A new five-part documentary series, ASIAN AMERICANS, is set to air on May 11th and 12th on PBS stations nationwide. Asian Americans Advancing Justice, an affiliation of five civil rights organizations, is promoting the documentary as the most comprehensive look …
Congressman Al Green Honors the Life and Legacy of the Honorable Al Edwards
On Friday, May 8, 2020, Congressman Al Green reflected fondly on the life and legacy of former State Representative and Father of the Juneteenth Holiday, the Honorable Al Edwards. Congressman Al Green released the following statement:
Harris County Clerk Resigns Due to Personal Reasons
Harris County Clerk Diane Trautman has issued her letter of resignation to Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo and members of Commissioners Court, to be effective May 31, 2020.
Commissioner Rodney Ellis’ Statement on the Resignation of Harris County Clerk Diane Trautman
Dr. Diane Trautman has been a dedicated public servant who has been committed to engaging voters and increasing their ability to have their voices heard. While I regret to see her step away from the County Clerk’s office, I respect …
Free Wi-Fi for Low-Income Families in The Historic Westside
SoulCity.us announced today that a sponsorship from Anthem Medicaid Blue Cross Blue Shield and the Anthem Foundation will help bring free internet to school children and vulnerable families in Historic West Las Vegas. A press conference is scheduled for June …
Expert's Tips On Coping With What We've Lost To Pandemic
Richard V. Battle, award winning author, loss survivor and veteran business building expert weighs in on surviving the black hole of anxiety and grief sure to come as we gradually exit lockdown
JA Resorts & Hotels ‘1000 Thank You’s’ Initiative Recognizes More than 1200 Medical Heroes with Free Stays
JA Resorts & Hotels are extending the ‘1000 Thank You’s’ initiative of 1000 free room nights honoring UAE Medical professionals to higher numbers, due to the overwhelming response and number of applications made.
ABC’s of Spring-Cleaning - A Challenge for Quarantined Families
As we anticipate the “return to normal,” local families are encouraged to participate in the ABCs of Spring-Cleaning Challenge. It is designed to encourage parents and children to spruce up their homes in anticipation of the end of social distancing …
Texas Evangelist Ministry Organizes 2020 Prison Prayer Watch, Unites Movement To Support Persecuted Christians In Time Of Crisis
Texas Evangelist Ministry, an approved non-profit 501(c)(3) organization, is proud to be organizing the 2020 Prison Prayer Watch, an initiative to stand in the gap for the persecuted Christian church. With over 260 million Christians being persecuted around the world, …
UH College of Medicine Now Training ‘Disease Detectives’ to Combat COVID-19
To reduce community spread of COVID-19, the University of Houston College of Medicine today launched a free contact tracing and case identification certificate program for UH students, faculty and staff in collaboration with the Houston Health Department and Harris County …
5 Wise Things Retirees Can Do With Their Stimulus Checks
Stimulus checks being sent to millions of Americans are seen as a lifeline for many. The economic calamity caused by the COVID-19 pandemic has resulted in massive unemployment, shrinking bank accounts, and tightened family budgets, and the $1200 check can …
Food and Mask Give Away, May 12, 2020
Mask and food distribution will occur on May 12, 2020, at the Fifth Ward Missionary Baptist Church, 4300 Noble Street, Houston Texas 77020 from 10 am to 11 am or until all masks are gone.
Biden Ahead in Polls but Trump 5/6 Favourite from 10/11 for Four More Years
Joe Biden is leading in the polls, but Trump is still being backed for another four years in the White House, according to the latest betting with BoyleSports.
