TONIGHT: Tele-Townhall on COVID-19
This evening, I will join Congresswoman Sylvia Garcia's tele-townhall to provide information on COVID-19. The call will include local experts including representatives from Harris Health System, Harris County Public Health, Houston Department of Neighborhoods and the City of Houston Incident …
PFAW: Voting Alternatives Are Necessary to Protect the Vote and our Elections
In response to last night’s primaries and more record turnout in several of the races, People For the American Way Executive Vice President for Policy and Program Marge Baker released the following statement:
Governor Abbott, TEA Announce Texas Students MealFinder Map
Governor Greg Abbott and the Texas Education Agency (TEA) today announced a collaboration with local education agencies (LEA) on the Texas Students MealFinder Map which will allow Texas parents to locate LEA facilities serving meals in their communities.
Missouri City Council Connection for Monday, March 16
In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, MCTX City Councilmembers had a new system in place at the Monday, March 16 meeting to ensure proper safety for everyone in attendance. In alliance with local, state and national guidelines, City Council, …
Macy’s, Inc. Temporarily Closes Stores Nationwide in Response to COVID-19 Outbreak
In response to the widespread COVID-19 outbreak, Macy’s, Inc. (NYSE: M) today announced that it will temporarily close all stores by end of business today, March 17, 2020, through March 31, 2020. This includes all Macy’s, Bloomingdale’s, Bluemercury, Macy’s Backstage, …
Former NBA Player CJ Watson supports eating better with his healthy vending machines “More Love Within Healthy Vending”
Former NBA player C.J. Watson has been very busy with life after the NBA. Releasing his first book last year "CJ's Big Dream" & his 2nd one this week "CJ's Big Project". The books were written to inspire children. He …
School Violence Would Decrease And Students Excel Once They Learn How To Identify And Manage Their Feelings
Learning emotional intelligence is the key to stopping school violence and a far better alternative than arming teachers. Dr. Adam Sáenz and his team are applying the same skillset used on athletes and business leaders to empower parents, students and …
Governor Abbott Allows Virtual And Telephonic Open Meetings To Maintain Government Transparency
Governor Greg Abbott today acted to maintain government transparency and continued government operations while reducing face-to-face contact for government open meetings. As Texas works to mitigate the spread of COVID-19, the Governor granted the Office of the Attorney General’s request …
Governor Abbott Issues Proclamation Postponing Special Election For Texas Senate District 14
Governor Greg Abbott today issued a proclamation setting the special election for Texas State Senate District 14 on Tuesday, July 14, 2020. The special election will fill the seat being vacated by Senator Kirk Watson. The special election would ordinarily …
Frustrated Dieters Turned Entrepreneurs Now Satiating Keto Devotees Worldwide
We’ve all been there: searching the internet ad nauseam for health and wellness information only to find ourselves tens of hours (or worse) deep in a digitally-induced rabbit hole with a cobbled together mélange of information—much of which from sources …
3 Smart Virus Avoidance Solutions
With all of the legitimate concern around the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), consumers are scrambling for viable solutions to keep themselves and their families healthy. There are certainly a number of marketplace innovations—and even some tried and true food-based solutions—that …
NAACP Telel Town Hall Draws Over 21,000 As Communities Grapple with the Impact of Global Coronavirus Pandemic
The NAACP hosted an emergency tele town hall on the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic with several special guests, including U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Jerome Adams; Senator Kamala Harris; Congresswoman Robin Kelly; La June Montgomery Tabron, president & CEO, W.K. Kellogg Foundation; …
The Ebony Foundation Works to Feed Over 650,000 Chilren and Seniors Weekly During COVID-19 Pandemic, Starts in Detroit
To address the increased need for food assistance during the COVID-19 outbreak amid school closures and social distancing, the EBONY Foundation starting today, wants community to know “WE GOT YOU” by coordinating the delivery over a million tons of food …
Book sequel continues the life story of Glenn Peterson’s mother
Growing up on her father’s farm in Denmark and then immigrating to America, Glenn Peterson’s mother lived an interesting life. He wanted to preserve her story before the memories of what she told him began to fade from his mind. …
Spiritual book seeks to resolve our doubts on Resurrection and eternal life
Rivers Teske provokes readers to reflect if they are ready for the Judgment Day as she releases her latest book “Rivers Wanted: Does God Still Speak Today? Extraordinary Dreams And Visions From God To Encourage Your Life” (published by WestBow …
