Celebrating the 40th Anniversary of Sally Ride's Historic Space Flight
June 18, 2023, marks the 40th anniversary of the day Sally Ride blasted off aboard the shuttle Challenger to become America’s first woman in space. By breaking NASA’s gender barrier, Ride inspired girls and young people from diverse backgrounds to …
Celebrating Extraordinary Girl Scout Dads: A Father’s Day Tribute by the Girl Scouts of San Jacinto Council
This Father's Day, June 18 (and every day!) the Girl Scouts of San Jacinto Council is proudly shining a spotlight on extraordinary Girl Scout dads and father figures who have gone above and beyond to support their daughters' journeys in …
Fort Bend County Judge KP George to Celebrate Juneteenth in Historic Kendleton, TX
The city of Kendleton, along with Fort Bend County Judge KP George, Lucille’s 1913 Foundation, and Fort Bend Heritage Unlimited is pleased to announce its highly anticipated annual Juneteenth Celebration, scheduled to take place on June 19, 2023, from 11:00 …
25th annual Take Your Dog To Work Day® is Friday, June 23
Companies will be "working like with a dog" on PSI's 25th annual Take Your Dog To Work Day®. Pet Sitters International (PSI), the world's leading educational organization for professional pet sitters, created the event in 1999 to celebrate the great …
Former At-Large Houston City Council Member Amanda Edwards Announces Candidacy for Congress & to Succeed Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee in the 18th Congressional District
This morning, former At-Large Houston City Council Member Amanda Edwards launched her campaign today to succeed Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee to serve Houston’s 18th Congressional District. Surrounded by community stakeholders in the heart of 5th Ward, she announced the news …
Harris says the story of Juneteenth is of ‘ongoing fight’ for freedom
Vice President Kamala Harris said Monday that the story of Juneteenth is “the story of our ongoing fight to realize America’s promise – not for some, but for all.”
Texas Southern University Board of Regents Appoints Interim President
Members of the Texas Southern University Board of Regents have unanimously appointed Mary Evans Sias, Ph.D. to assume the role of interim president. Dr. Sias, a member of the TSU Board of Regents and appointed by Texas Governor Greg Abbott …
PASSING THE TORCH: A Father’s Legacy of Military Service
Upon returning home from deployment, Mess Specialist 1st Class Harding James Jr., would drop his sea bag near the door. Soon after, an eight-year-old’s footsteps would rush behind him, arms open, ready to smell the bag. He was infatuated with …
Juneteenth Event: The Power of Entrepreneurship and Workforce Education Focus of Black Birmingham Business Leaders Event
Juneteenth will be celebrated in Birmingham with a focus on empowering Black communities through entrepreneurship and workforce education at an event hosted by Concerned Communities for America. The event aims to strengthen small businesses in Birmingham and empower residents to …
Texas Signs HB 12 to Extend Postpartum Medicaid Coverage to Twelve Months
Today, House Bill 12 which extends postpartum Medicaid coverage from 60 days to twelve months, was signed into law by Governor Greg Abbott. A previous version of this bill was signed in the 87th session to increase coverage to six …
Fort Bend County Judge KP George Hosts Annual Juneteenth Freedom Celebration
Fort Bend County Judge KP George will host his Annual Fort Bend County Juneteenth Celebration on Friday, June 16, 2023, from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the Landmark Community Center, located at 100 Louisiana St., Missouri City, TX 77469.
Father's Day Weekend Fun at the Lone Star Museum
Father’s Day Weekend fun is in the flight plan for air and space enthusiasts of all ages, courtesy of Lone Star Flight Museum.
Black Public Media Wins $40,000 NEA Grant
The Harlem-based national media arts nonprofit Black Public Media (BPM) has received a $40,000 award from the National Endowment for the Arts’ Grants for Arts Projects program. The award will support its fellowship and residency program for new works in …
High Temperatures Threaten Houston Residents
Summer heat is threatening Houston area residents more than ever this year. Low-income families living in aging homes with inefficient temperature control and poor air quality are most at risk for health and safety challenges. In response, Rebuilding Together Houston …
Will Trump receive a get out of jail free card
The federal indictment of Donald Trump – the first federal indictment of a former president in U.S. history – poses the question. Trump’s enraged reaction – calling it the “greatest witch hunt of all time” and denouncing special counsel Jack …
