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Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Houston announces winners in Building Industry Leaders Urban Plan competition, funded by Reliant
Club members also participated in Digital Pathways, a digital communications program
Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Houston announces that the team from Houston Texans Teen Club was named the winner of the Building Industry Leaders (BIL) Urban Plan competition, a program of the Urban Land Institute and funded by a grant from retail electricity provider Reliant. Each of the five team members who created the winning case study received a $1,000 scholarship toward future education. Other teams participating in the competition included the Morefield Club, Galveston Island Teen Club and the Allen Parkway Club participated.
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Hometown NFL Star, Michael Brockers and Houston Legend, Scarface, Host Celebrity Golf Tournament Benefiting Third Ward Students
Celebs Partner with Almeda Emancipation Corridor Alliance to Kick Off Inaugural Juneteenth Celebration & Golf Benefit
The Almeda Emancipation Corridor Alliance (T.A.E.C.A.) will kick off their first-ever Juneteenth Celebration this Thursday, June 15, 2023, with some notable names at an inaugural “Celebrity June Tee Off Golf Tournament” to benefit inner-city students, at the prestigious Wildcat Golf Club (12000 Almeda Road) in Houston, Texas!
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The Houston Hispanic Chamber of Commerce 2nd Annual Data Summit: A Dive into the Ascendancy of the Hispanic Community
In the heart of Texas, the Houston Hispanic Chamber of Commerce recently unveiled an arsenal of impressive statistics at their 2nd Annual Data Summit. The numbers paint a vivid picture not just of growth, but of transformation and integration, reshaping the American narrative in undeniable hues of progress.
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Houston Style Magazine Feature: Get Moving on National Walking Day with Over 35 Community Organizations
Houston Style Magazine Feature: Get Moving on National Walking Day with Over 35 Community Organizations
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Council Member Dave Martin's District E Newsletter - May 2017
The City of Houston is currently awaiting the final word from the 85th Texas Legislature on key pension legislation. The passage of Senate Bill 2190 and House Bill 43 are critical to the City of Houston's Fiscal Year 2018 Budget. The passage of these two pieces of legislation allows the City of Houston to avoid a $240 million budget shortfall that would lead to layoffs for city employees. I am dedicated to making sure the City of Houston's budget is balanced, services are not cut, and I will fight for District E residents.
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Students at Benbrook Elementary in Houston ISD, a CASE for Kids afterschool program hard-hit by Harvey, trick-or-treat and visit stations at the Children’s Museum of …
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Prauper in collaboration with Art Houston Magazine, Houston Mayor's Office of Cultural Affairs and Diageo Present: Essence of A Masterpiece Hosted by J Mulan
Published on March 28, 2022
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City and County Officials Urge Residents to Donate to Greater Houston Community Foundation Relief Fund
In the wake of the devastating effects of Hurricane Harvey, individuals may want to donate to help affected residents. Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner and Harris County Judge Ed Emmett are urging people who wish to help affected residents to donate money to recognized charities that are currently engaged in the response and recovery.
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Representative Coleman Condemns Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick's Disparaging Comments on Local Government
Today, August 12, 2017, Representative Garnet F. Coleman (D-Houston) released the following statement: "Last Friday, Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick made disparaging remarks about our cities and the local governments that run them. A nationwide 2016 Gallup Poll found similar results to polls taken since 2013, 71% of Americans polled say they have a ‘great deal’ or a ‘fair amount’ of trust in local government to handle problems, compared with 62% who say the same for their state government.
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Houston Faith Leaders Join Forces to Raise Awareness About Breast Cancer Fatalities Among African American Women
According to the American Cancer Society, breast cancer is the second leading cause of cancer death among African American women, due to factors such as late diagnosis and long intervals between mammograms. Of even more concern is the fact that the mortality rate from breast cancer is 40% higher in African American women than Caucasian.
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First Round Draft Pick For The Houston Texans QB Deshaun Watson Arrives Houston
Dressed in studded Louboutin shoes, the #12 pick of the 2017 NFL Draft walked into his first press conference as a Houston Texan just as cool as he walked off the field during his college days at Clemson.
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More Than 1k Gather For 'Day Without Immigrants' Rally Held In Houston
More than 1,000 people attended a rally near downtown Houston on Thursday in support of the "Day Without Immigrants" movement.
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Weekend Wastewater Spills
Intense, sustained, rainfall over the weekend resulted in the spill of domestic wastewater at several locations. The areas potentially affected by the spill include:
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Tennis Legend Zina Garrison Appointed to Harris County-Houston Sports Authority Board
Harris County Commissioners Court has unanimously approved Commissioner Rodney Ellis’ appointment of former tennis star Zina Garrison to the Harris County-Houston Sports Authority Board.
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Lorde apologizes for Whitney Houston bathtub joke
Lorde has offered an apology after she was roasted for joking about Whitney Houston and a bathtub. The 21-year-old singer posted a now-deleted Instagram photo of a tub being filled with running water and captioned it, "And iiii will always love you," a lyric from Houston's 1992 recording of the Dolly Parton song "I Will Always Love You."
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Mayor Turner's Statement On the Death of Houston City Council Member Larry Green
"I am shocked and grieving over the untimely death of Houston Council Member Larry Green. But one person’s feelings are secondary to the fact that all of Houston has lost a groundbreaking advocate for equality, economic opportunity and neighborhood safety." ~ Mayor Sylvester Turner
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David Weekley Homes Gives Thanks, Gives Back This Holiday Season
David Weekley Homes, the nation’s largest privately-held builder, is hosting its third annual, companywide Giving Thanks, Giving Back Thanksgiving Drive for Houston-area residents. In Houston, the builder is joining together with homeowners, team members, real estate professionals, vendors and others to collect nonperishable items for Houston Food Bank.
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Kroger Helps Refill Flooded Closets with Massive Donation of New Apparel
Kroger donates 112,873 items of new clothing, shoes and other items to the Houston Food Bank valued at $2.5M from stores across the country
Thousands of people lost their entire wardrobe when Hurricane Harvey flooded southeast Texas. A donation of brand-new clothing and shoes from Kroger with a retail value of $2.5 million will help families refill their closets. It’s estimated that as many as 100,000 homes and businesses were destroyed or damaged by the flooding in late August, representing a tremendous loss of property and personal possessions.
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Houston artists create mural as tribute to 2020 high school seniors
New mural unveiled at upcoming celebration
A new mural celebrating the Houston area class of 2020 has been added to the iconic collection of murals in Graffiti Park, 2102 Leeland St. in East Downtown (EaDo). Internationally recognized Houston artist, Gonzo247 collaborated with artists Nicky Davis, JoJo, Sy and Carolyn Figueroa to create a vibrant, colorful piece filled with uplifting messages to inspire members of this year’s graduating class who have endured a difficult year, missing many traditional memories because of the COVID-19 pandemic.
