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Using Art to Get Children Involved in Super Bowl LI and Inspired Beyond the Game

Just as the right paint and artist make a beautiful portrait, a sound partnership can project a beauty of its own. In preparation for Super Bowl LI, the Houston Super Bowl Host Committee has joined with the City of Houston and artist Reginald Adams on a youth community arts project to inspire the creative expression of Houston’s children.

Mayor Turner Lauds Houston Permitting Center for Improved Customer Service

Performance Metrics Show Permitting Process Improvements Working

The Houston Permitting Center’s continuous process improvements are working based on performance metrics for building plan reviews for the first two months of this year.

6th Annual Houston Humanitarian Awards Honors

Shaquille O’Neal, Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee, 13 Others

Many gathered for an evening to honor some of the biggest hearts in Houston and across the country at the 6th Annual Houston Humanitarian Awards. The awards gala was held at the beautiful Royal Sonesta Houston with an abundance of safety precautions in place to help prevent the spread of COVID-19.

The Stars At Night Are Big And Bright

Houston Athletes shine at the third annual Houston Sports Awards

On a cold and breezy night, some of Houston’s elite came out to heat up the red carpet as the third annual Houston Sports Awards were held in downtown Houston. Many great athletes such as Oilers legend Warren Moon, Olympic Gold medalist Simone Biles, University of Texas legend Vince Young and many others were in attendance. Also attending the event were Houston’s rap royalty Bun-B, Slim Thug, and Paul Wall.

CAIR-Houston Condemns Racist Rant Targeting Owner of Asian Restaurant

The Houston chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR-Houston), the nation’s largest Muslim civil rights and advocacy organization, today condemned a racist rant targeting Vietnamese restaurant owner in Houston, Texas.

'Whitney' brings heavy hand to Whitney Houston's troubled life

"Whitney," the second feature-length Whitney Houston documentary in 10 months, has the advantage of being produced with cooperation from Houston's estate, providing greater access to those closest to her, including multiple relatives. The overall message, though, is much the same and painfully familiar -- how the price of fame, and being pulled in multiple directions, contributed to the premature end of a one-for-the-ages talent.

Houston-African Energy Summit Gains Momentum

Mayor Turner Announces 18 African Nations Will Be Represented During Two-Days Of Meetings And Plenary Sessions

“Houston is a welcoming city, embracing all cultures, ethnicities and nationalities. We are a world-class international city, striving towards an ever more global future.” — Sylvester Turner, Mayor of the City of Houston

Inaugural Mix-MATCH: A Mixed Arts Festival Presented by MATCH

A Celebration of Houston's Vibrant Arts Community

Midtown Arts & Theater Center Houston (MATCH) is thrilled to announce the first-ever Mix-MATCH: A Mixed Arts Festival, set to take place on Saturday, January 13, 2024, from 10 AM until 10:30 PM. This exciting event will be held at the MATCH, located at 3400 Main Street, Houston, Texas 77002.

$5 Million Investment of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Funds for the Arts Sector Approved During Houston City Council

Houston City Council approved a $5 million investment of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds for the Arts Sector during this morning's City Council meeting. The Mayor’s Office of Cultural Affairs (MOCA) will distribute the funds through this Houston Arts and Cultural Stabilization Grant Program to arts and cultural organizations during this calendar year.

YMCA International Services Hosts 6th Annual Triumph of the Human Spirit Art Show and Auction

Art showcase celebrates the work of refugee and immigrant artists from around the globe who now call Houston home on Friday, Nov. 12

YMCA International Services, a unique center of the YMCA of Greater Houston, will host its 6th annual Triumph of the Human Spirit art show and auction Friday, Nov. 12 at St. Johns School.

Houston’s Fifth Ward Solar Splash Pad

Photography by Vicky Pink - On Monday, June 17, 2013, Houston Style Magazine was on …

Houston Equity Fund offering $8 million in grant funding for minority-owned small businesses

The online application portal for “Open for Business” grants worth up to $100,000 will be open from May 15-31.

Minority-owned small businesses and nonprofits in the Houston area can apply for up to $100,000 in grant funding later this month. A total of $8 million is available this year during the second phase of the "Open for Business" grant program, which is funded by Wells Fargo and administered by the Houston Fund for Social Justice and Economic Equity. An online application portal for grant money is scheduled to be open from 5 a.m. May 15 through 11:59 p.m. May 31, with eligible businesses and nonprofits competing to receive awards ranging from $5,000-$100,000 apiece.

Experience the Excitement at the 2024 Houston Texans Draft Party, Presented by Modelo

Join the Celebration of Football and Community at Avenida Houston

Houston Style Magazine is thrilled to extend an exclusive invitation to all Houston Texans fans for the much-anticipated 2024 Draft Party presented by Modelo. Scheduled for Friday, April 26, on the vibrant Plaza at Avenida Houston in the heart of Downtown Houston, this event promises an electrifying atmosphere as we welcome the newest additions to the Texans family. Hosted by Houston First, this free celebration is set to kick off at 5 p.m., just in time for the excitement of the second round of the 2024 NFL Draft, beginning at 6 p.m. CT.

Antonio Brown Hosts Celeb Studded Super Bowl Event For A Great Cause

The whirlwind of the Super Bowl here in Houston brought the city plenty of excitement and fun with all of the interactive activities, parties, celeb sightings, and more. Out of the many (emphasize “many”) events Houston Style covered, Antonio Brown’s ‘Celebrity Super Slam” was definitely one of the most memorable highlights.

Leukemia Texas to Host Inaugural HOU “Concert for a Cure” at The Irish Cowboy

Benefit Concert to Support Leukemia Patients and Leukemia Research in Houston

Leukemia Texas is pleased to host its inaugural Houston “Concert for a Cure” taking place at The Irish Cowboy on Thursday, June 21, 2018 at 7 p.m. Lance McCullers, Jr., pitcher for the World Series Championship Team, The Houston Astros, and his wife Kara have been announced as the Honorary Chairs. Award-winning business owner Tiffaney Dale Hunter will serve as the Event Chair, and AT&T Sports Reporter, Julia Morales, will be the Emcee for the evening.

The Texas Renaissance Festival Announces Launch of Weekly Podcast

TRF Partners with The Houston Pod for Podcast Production

The Texas Renaissance Festival (TRF) has announced a partnership with The Houston Pod for the production of their inaugural podcast, “Hear ye, Hear ye – A Texas Style Renaissance Podcast” that will launch on Wednesday, July 15 at 5 p.m. CST. The weekly podcast will be hosted by the King of the Festival, and will feature artisans, vendors, performers, and TRF managers providing an insider’s look into the production of the festival.

Debut Book From Local Writer Tells the Story of How Houston Eats

Reedy Press is pleased to announce the release of an exciting new book, Unique Eats and Eateries of Houston, by Sam Brown, which takes readers on a tasty tour of some of the city’s most distinctive, unusual, and downright delicious places to chow down. You’ll explore endless volumes of Houston’s culinary genre and uncover the untold stories of the people behind the city’s ascension to culinary greatness.

Hurricane Season is Still a Threat for Houston’s Most Vulnerable

Rebuilding Together Houston steps up its efforts five years after Harvey’s impact

Despite a slow start, wind and rain during a still expected above-normal 2022 Hurricane Season could bring devastation to Houston threatening everyone in its path, especially people without the resources to secure their homes. Considering the lessons learned after Hurricane Harvey, Rebuilding Together in 2022 has replaced 60 roofs at no cost to Houston’s most vulnerable homeowners and will continue to prioritize roof replacement through the end of 2022.

Autism Speaks Walk Unites Houston Area Autism Community

The The Autism Speaks Walk is back and better than ever with the goal of raising vital funds for the autism community. The Houston Autism Speaks Walk is back to promote acceptance and raise vital funds for people with autism. This year, the Houston Autism Speaks Walk will be held in person at Lynn Eusan Park at the University of Houston, bringing the community together to fuel the Autism Speaks mission and help create a world where all people with autism can reach their full potential.

Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee Announces $300,324 Grant Awarded to The University of Houston’s “Collaborative Research: Spatiotemporal Dynamics of Synthetic Microbial Consortia”

Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee announced today that the University of Houston has been awarded a $300,324 grant from the National Science Foundation:

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