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Wesleyan University joins a growing list of schools to end legacy admissions after the Supreme Court’s ruling on affirmative action. Mandatory Credit: Education Images/Universal Images …
Published on July 20, 2023
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Bregman, Keuchel, Maldonado Named Gold Glove Award Finalists
Winners to be announced on Sunday, Nov. 4
Rawlings Sporting Goods Company, Inc. announced today that Houston Astros third baseman Alex Bregman, left-handed pitcher Dallas Keuchel and catcher Martín Maldonado have been named finalists for American League Rawlings Gold Glove Awards.
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Harry Potter Film Concert Series Returns to the Houston Symphony
Tickets now available at houstonsymphony.org
Audiences will experience the next chapter of the Harry Potter Film Concert Series with the Houston Symphony performing Nicholas Hooper’s entire score live to pictureThe Harry Potter Film Concert Series returns to Jones Hall with Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince in Concert, the sixth film in the Harry Potter series. On April 10–11, the Houston Symphony will perform Nicholas Hooper’s incredible score live from Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince while the entire film plays in high-definition on a 40-foot screen.
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Mayor Turner Initiates Second Phase of Plan to Combat Human Trafficking
Mayor Sylvester Turner announced today the start of the second phase of the City’s Anti-Human Trafficking Strategic Plan. The plan is the nation’s first comprehensive municipal response to combat human trafficking.
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Governor Abbott Appoints Four To Texas Board of Professional Geoscientists
Governor Greg Abbott has reappointed Becky Johnson and appointed Brandon Stowers and Mark Varhaug to the Texas Board of Professional Geoscientists for terms set to expire on February 1, 2023. Additionally, the Governor appointed Drusilla Knight-Villarreal for a term set to expire on February 1, 2019. The board may set reasonable and necessary fees to be charged applicants and license holders, including fees for application, examination, licensure, and renewal of a license. In addition, the board shall base a fee for examination in a discipline of geoscience on the costs associated with preparing, administering, and grading that examination.
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Mayor Turner Announces Unique Partnership Between Houston ISD and Rapper/Actor Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson
Mayor Sylvester Turner hosted a news conference Monday to announce a unique partnership between rapper, actor, and philanthropist Curtis "50 Cent" Jackson, his G-Unity Foundation, and the Houston Independent School District.
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Chris Hollins launches new website, shares vision for Houston in first campaign ad
Hollins mayoral bid enters new phase with website, campaign ad, policy priorities
With eleven months to Election Day, Chris Hollins released his first campaign ad today, titled Hometown.
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Houston PetSet and Mayor John Whitmire Spearhead New Era for Animal Welfare: A Path Forward for Houston's Homeless Pets
Houston PetSet, a dynamic nonprofit dedicated to eradicating Houston’s homeless animal crisis, orchestrated a pivotal event on Thursday, Feb. 22, 2024. The State of Animal Welfare Address, graced by the esteemed presence of City of Houston Mayor John Whitmire, illuminated the progress made, current challenges, and the roadmap ahead #ForTheAnimals.
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Mike Miles: The Controversial Visionary for the New Houston ISD
Controversy seems to follow new superintendent Mike Miles, yet he is unfazed, unapologetic, and unbothered. Blame his demeanor on his military background, his track record of educational success, or the age-old adage of pleasing everyone bring a fruitless endeavor. Miles has a steadfast determination.
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Class of 2019: Saluting African American and Hispanic High School Valedictorians
Twelve years (13 if you include Kindergarten) of school makes the hassle definitely worth the tassel. High school seniors across our city don the ceremonial cap and gown for one of the most important walks of their life, the walk to receive their diploma. With bright smiles and wide eyes, they accept their diploma in their right hand and turn their tassel with their left hand.
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The Retrieval at The Museum Fine Arts Houston.
The Retrieval Synopsis: On the outskirts of the Civil War, an orphaned boy is sent north by a bounty hunter to retrieve a wanted man under false pretenses. During their arduous journey back, the initially distant pair form an unexpected bond. And the boy is consumed with conflicting emotions and a gut-wrenching decision: betray the father figure he's finally found. Or, risk the same deadly demise as the man in his charge.
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Local US Army Veteran Hopes to Inspire and Empower Young Girls with New Foundation, Free Braids For Hope Workshop
Jessica Ray, a Houston US Army Reserve Veteran and Founder of the non-profit Braids for Hope, is on a mission to empower girls ages 7-17 by providing them with hope, a skilled trade, and an entrepreneurial education.
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Keegan-Michael Key to Host NFL Honors at Wortham Theater Center in Houston
Annual Awards Show to Take Place at Wortham Theater Center in Houston on Eve of Super Bowl LI
KEEGAN-MICHAEL KEY, Emmy-award winning actor, writer and creator, will take the stage as host of NFL HONORS on Saturday, Feb. 4 at the Wortham Theater Center in Houston. The two-hour primetime awards special recognizing the NFL's best players, performances and plays from the 2016 season will air nationally at 8 PM ET/PT on FOX.
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Mayor Turner Joins The Houston Fund For Social Justice And Economic Equity And Wells Fargo To Launch OPEN FOR BUSINESS Grant Portal
$20 Million Earmarked For Diverse Houston-Area Small Businesses And Non-Profits Applications Accepted August 9 – 23, 2022
Mayor Sylvester Turner joined the Houston Fund for Social Justice and Economic Equity in partnership with Wells Fargo on Tuesday, July 26, to announce the launch of the Open for Business Grant portal to distribute $20 million to Houston-area diverse, small businesses and non-profit organizations.
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Macy's Donates $5,000 to Creative Vida
Provides Professional Attire to First Gen College Students
Macy’s to present $250 gift cards to 20 students during in-store shopping experience as part of Creative Vida’s 1STGEN professional development program
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Reggie Jackson Joins Crane Capital As Special Advisor Hall of Famer becomes Special Advisor to Jim Crane with focus on charitable and youth efforts
HOUSTON, TX - Hall of Famer Reggie Jackson has joined the Astros family as Special Advisor to Jim Crane. Following an illustrious playing career with the Athletics, Orioles, Yankees, and Angels, Jackson spent most of his post-playing career with the New York Yankees organization as a special advisor.
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5 Ways Families Can Reduce Summer Learning Loss for Back to School
Post-summer “brain drain” or summer learning loss for students is real, according to Harris County Department of Education Center for Afterschool, Summer and Enrichment for Kids (CASE for Kids) Director Lisa Thompson-Caruthers. Most teachers spend at least three weeks re-teaching last year’s lessons at the beginning of each school year, she said.
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Congressman Al Green Stands in Solidarity with Floyd Family, Attends ‘A Salute to George’ Rally and March
On Tuesday, June 2, 2020, Congressman Al Green released the following statement:
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EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW: Silky Vocalist Shawn Sounds Talks NBC 'The Voice' And 'Putting On' For Houston
Houston Aldine ISD educator graces NBC ‘The Voice’ and secures a spot with first-time judge, Grammy Award-winning artist John Legend.
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Things Get A Little Wild For The Astros In Extra Innings
There is an old cliché in sports that goes, “Sometimes is better to be lucky than to be good.” The Houston Astros found that out in the bottom of the 11th inning in a thrilling 4-3 victory over the Texas Rangers at Minute Maid Park on Thursday night.

