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Houston Educators, School Personnel and Community Groups Issue Recommendations for Safe Reopening of Houston Schools
Key Recommendation: Open School Year with Virtual Learning if Number of Cases of COVID-19 Has Not Declined for 14 Consecutive Days
Houston educators and community groups released comprehensive recommendations today for reopening Houston public schools in the absence of adequate guidelines from the state or the Houston Independent School District, saying they won’t sacrifice the health and safety of any student or school employee just for the sake of reopening school buildings.
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Mourning the Loss of Award-Winning Actress Detria Marie Ward
The Ensemble Theatre, family, and friends mourn the loss of veteran award-winning actress Detria Marie Ward who transitioned Sunday, November 17, 2019. Her memorial service and funeral arrangements are pending.
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Governor Abbott Appoints Six to Texas Energy Reliability Council
Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Brad Jones, Nate Murphy, George Presses, Edward Stones, Jon Taylor, and Melissa Trevino to the Texas Energy Reliability Council for terms at the pleasure of the Governor. The Texas Energy Reliability Council was established to ensure that the energy and electric industries in this state meet high priority human needs and address critical infrastructure concerns, and enhance coordination and communication in the energy and electric industries in this state.
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Governor Abbott Appoints Three To Texas Board Of Occupational Therapy Examiners
Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Eddie Jessie and reappointed Jennifer Clark and Todd Novosad to the Texas Board of Occupational Therapy Examiners for terms set to expire February 1, 2025. The board licenses and regulates occupational therapy services in the state of Texas.
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Houston-Area School Declared Over 1,700 Active COVID Cases Less Than One Week After Session Started
One week or less after Houston-area schools started their sessions, the school district website reported over 1,700 active COVID-19 cases among their students.
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Walk-On’s Set for Grand Opening of First Baytown Restaurant
Award-winning brand to host ribbon-cutting ceremony and give away free Walk-On’s to one of the first 100 guests in line on Nov. 7
Race fans, sports fans and fans of good food are already revved up because Walk-On’s Sports Bistreaux is set to open its first Baytown restaurant on Monday, Nov. 7!
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The Women’s Fund Hosts Health and Wellness Awareness Presentation on Sleep Health
The Women’s Fund for Health Education and Resiliency, a nonprofit providing Houston-area women and girls with the tools needed to be advocates for their health, will host a “Sleep Health” presentation exploring the importance of sleep in overall health, benefits of good sleep, consequences of inadequate sleep, sleep disorders, and tips for getting a better night’s sleep with guest speaker Dr. Ali Al-Himyary on Wednesday, November 16, 2022, from Noon to 1 p.m.
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Holocaust Museum Houston Offers Free Admission on First and Third Sundays, Starting on Labor Day Weekend
For families on a budget, Holocaust Museum Houston (HMH) will host ExxonMobil Free Family Sundays the first and third Sundays September through November starting Labor Day weekend’s Sunday, September 3. HMH will be open to the public Labor Day, Monday, September 4 with free admission for active duty servicemembers and their families through the Blue Star Museums program. Admission is always free for ages 18 and under.
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HCDE Opens New Adult Education Learning Center with Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
Harris County Department of Education hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Wednesday to celebrate the opening of its new Adult Education Learning Center in north Houston.
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What Kind of Principal Turns Around A Failing School?
A Visionary Change-Maker/Activist From Houston
Heroes live among us but are so busy “saving the world” that they often exist under the radar and go unrecognized. Luckily for us, legendary educator/activist and author, Dr. Bertie Simmons wrote it all down in a memoir that spans her life before, during and after the turning around of a failing school - and not without controversy.
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HISD launches ‘Let’s Stay Connected’ mental health hotline for students and parents
The Houston Independent School District launched the Let’s Stay Connected mental health hotline for students and parents today to provide emotional, social, and psychological support to students and parents who feel the need for assistance.
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HISD offering free EKGs to student-athletes during inaugural outreach program
The Houston Independent School District, through a partnership with St. Joseph Medical Center, Steward Medical Group and Robert Horry Sports Medicine, is offering free electrocardiograms (EKGs) to thousands of middle and high school students.
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More Babies Born with Sickle Cell Disease in Greater Houston Area Than Other Regions of Texas
Annual summit aims to raise awareness, advocacy and action surrounding painful genetic blood disorder
Approximately 70 babies per year in the Greater Houston area are born with the painful genetic disorder called sickle cell disease, more than any other region of Texas. Of the estimated 100,000 Americans living with the rare condition, approximately 7,000 are Texans.
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Winner Winner! Chicken Dinner!
When meeting new people, you should never ask, “So, what do you do for work?”. I ask one simple and impactful question, “So what did you eat today?”. I had the pleasure of asking King Borris of the kB Experiment podcast this question, just to find out that he is as passionate about food as he is about criminal justice! You guys, I found a new foodie friend to add to my foodie family. Not only did he suggest the restaurant, but he did the infamous foodie description of what he ate.
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Winner Winner! Chicken Dinner!
When meeting new people, you should never ask, “So, what do you do for work?”. I ask one simple and impactful question, “So what did you eat today?”. I had the pleasure of asking King Borris of the kB Experiment podcast this question, just to find out that he is as passionate about food as he is about criminal justice! You guys, I found a new foodie friend to add to my foodie family. Not only did he suggest the restaurant, but he did the infamous foodie description of what he ate.
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Target settles suit over asking job applicants about criminal records
Target reached a $3.74 million settlement in a class-action suit Thursday that alleged the retail giant's hiring process unfairly discriminated against African Americans and Latinos.
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The 2023 Pink Awards Celebrates a Night of Excellence and Welcomes Hosts Carl Payne and Malik Yoba
Prestigious Honorees Announced for the Annual Ceremony
Hailed as one of Atlanta’s premier breast cancer awareness events, The Pink Awards is set for Saturday, February 25, 2023, inside Southwest Atlanta’s Riverside EpiCenter. This year’s awards will be co-hosted by “Martin” alum and celebrated actor Carl Anthony Payne II and 3x NAACP Image Award Winner and “NY Undercover Actor” Malik Yoba.
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Latinos Power Up to Vote
The U.S. Census Bureau predicts that in the next six months Latinos will no longer be the minority but the majority. A static that excites the members of Jolt, the largest Latino progressive organization in Texas, since with greater numbers comes greater power. However, legislators are not utilizing Latinos' political power. Latinos across the country are expected to support different agendas, show up at the ballot box, and check this and that box but no one is really listening to what they want. No one is taking the time to invest in the community but expects the community to invest in them. Antonio Arellano, Interim Executive Director of Jolt, thinks it is time out for that. If any political party wants to capture Latinos they must first invite them to the party.
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Antonice Strickland Named Vice President of Public Relations & Business Development for 98Forward
In honor of Black Business Month, 98Forward, Michigan’s largest Black-owned public relations firm, is pleased to announce the promotion of Antonice Strickland to vice president of public relations and business development, effective August 1, 2023. In this position she will play a key leadership role within the agency, driving team and business growth, client experience and company culture. Strickland joined the agency in April 2022.
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ALL-TIME ACCESS: Children’s MUSEUM Houston Moves To All-Digital Format As Kids Return To School
Museum Takes Break To Focus On Reaching Children Where They Are Via “All-Time Access” Initiative
Coming September, Children’s Museum Houston (CMH) will launch “All-Time Access,” an online initiative to enhance distance learning and open the Museum to families all over the world from an all-time digital landscape. Now that kids are back in school, the Museum will take a break beginning Aug. 31 to focus on “All-Time Access” and meet children and their families where they are —at school, at home, at play. But do not worry! CMH will reopen just as soon as we can come together again. The Museum had intended to remain open the entire week, but due to Hurricane Laura, CMH will close Aug. 26 and 27 with plans to reopen Aug. 28 to 30.
