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Celebrity Hairstylist Johnny Wright Makes Houston His Next Stop on the Naturally You Tour

Inspired by his book “Natural & Curly Hair for Dummies,” Johnny Wright will be in a city near you!

Emmy-nominated celebrity hairstylist, motivational speaker, Johnny Wright is thrilled to announce his upcoming 11-city Naturally You Tour, inspired by his bestselling book "Natural and Curly Hair for Dummies." Johnny will make the official announcement during the Essence Festival in New Orleans on Saturday, July 1st, alongside his premiere partner MYAVANA at their Hair Lab in the Ernest Morial Convention Center. The tour will officially kick-off on Friday July 7th, 2023, in Chicago, Il, Johnny Wright's beloved hometown. For the complete tour schedule and updates, please visit our website at https://www.naturallyyoutour.com

Margaret Patton Joins HCDE to Enhance Special Education Compliance and Curriculum Services

Veteran educator Margaret Patton, Ph.D., has been selected by Harris County Department of Education as its new director of curriculum and compliance services. In her new role, Patton will oversee the Schools division’s special education compliance efforts and professional development.

HCDE Leaders Set the Bar for Exceptional Leadership at Annual HAABSE Conference

Educators from the Houston region area got lessons on exceptional leadership this week with nine presentations offered by Harris County Department of Education trailblazers at the Houston Area Alliance of Black School Educators’ (HAABSE) “Connect to Excellence: Equipping, Empowering, and Engaging Today’s Educators” summer conference.

Extreme Heat Kills: Record Temps Leave Us All Vulnerable

If you clicked on any major news site this week, there was one consistent headline that would be difficult to miss, let alone ignore: “Hottest Day Ever Recorded on Earth.”

Staying Cool in Extreme Heat When the Power Fails

Electrical grid failures, or blackouts, have significantly increased in frequency in recent years, placing millions of Americans at risk for health-related illness and death. This is especially true during the summer months, when extreme weather events (including heat waves, hurricanes, tornadoes, and wildfires) intersect to maximize demand for electricity. Over the past decade, failures have more than doubled nationwide, increasing a whopping 151% between 2015-2016 and 2020-2021, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration.

Houston Selected as Finalist for Bloomberg Philanthropies Public Art Challenge

Bloomberg Philanthropies recently announced that Houston has been chosen as one of the 17 finalist cities to receive grants of up to $1 million each as part of the prestigious Public Art Challenge. This program, launched in 2014, supports temporary public art projects that address urgent civic issues.

The legal drinking age in 21 popular destinations

International travelers must keep up with all kinds of sobering rules as they cross borders: Entry regulations, currency exchanges, customs reporting and such.

Ryan Gosling says Margot Robbie mandated a pink day dress code on ‘Barbie’ movie set

Margot Robbie is just trying to live in a Barbie world. Part of her effort included the “Barbie” actor mandating a pink dress code, by which cast and crew members of the production had to abide once a week, this according to Robbie’s co-star Ryan Gosling.

Cyclospora cases on the rise in Harris County

The Houston Health Department, Harris County Public Health (HCPH), and the Fort Bend Health & Human Services (FBCHHS) have received reports of an increased number of Cyclospora infections within their jurisdictions and urge people to use caution this summer while cooking and spending time outdoors.

Driver in 2018 Drive-By Shooting Sentenced to 30 Years in Prison

A Houston man who drove past a group of people gathered in front of a home in 2018, allowing a gunman in the car to fatally shoot a 19-year-old, was sentenced to 30 years in prison this week, Harris County District Attorney Kim Ogg announced.

Winner Announced: 2023 Hot Wheels Legends Tour - July 8 Houston Event

The winner of today’s Hot Wheels Legends Tour Houston stop was just announced!

Sugar Land's Fish City Grill to Undergo Transformation

Fish City Grill and Half Shells are restaurants known and loved for their fresh seafood and welcoming atmosphere. The Sugar Land location, located in Sugar Land Town Square at 15980 City Walk, originally opened in 2006. Now, the popular seafood destination will undergo a dramatic facelift. The restaurant will be closed for renovations at 3pm on July 9, reopening for dinner on Friday, July 21.

Applications Open for Nonprofit Partners, Volunteers, Food Vendors and Live Entertainment for Bayou City Art Festival Downtown

Bayou City Art Festival, produced by the Art Colony Association, Inc., has opened the applications for nonprofit partners, volunteers, food vendors, and live entertainment for the Bayou City Art Festival Downtown on Saturday-Sunday, October 14-15, 2023.

Suburban Sugar Land Women & Partners Award Eight Scholarships

Suburban Sugar Land Women (SSLW) & Phenomenal Partners award EIGHT continuing and first-time scholarships. Scholarships are available annually to high school graduates in Fort Bend County - Fort Bend ISD, Katy ISD, Lamar CISD, Needville ISD, and Stafford MSD. Online application and bursar’s form are accepted annually June 01 – 30,11:59pm. Scholarship’s criteria - complete and accurate: application; professional head – shoulder photo; unofficial transcript, documentation that an official transcript has been requested, and receipt of an official transcript detailing full time enrollment – minimum of 12 credits; essay details why applicant should receive scholarship, current community service with responsibilities and leadership’ roles, and specific in person and virtual SSLW service participation; two letters of reference – one from high school or university staff and one from community service organization on letter head, dated, specific service’s details with sender’s name, signature, title, telephone, and email; and documentation of enrollment such as class schedule, housing assignment. Recipients must attend an annual, in person, College Send Off in July. Checks are mailed to the universities by July 31. Follow up in August – September.

Trapped drivers swam out of their cars. A woman died after being swept away by floodwaters. What to know about the heavy rainfall hitting the Northeast

Intense rain and flash flooding that left at least one dead in southeastern New York continued to pelt the Northeast on Monday, forcing residents from their homes and prompting road closures and water rescues.

Young person’s lawyer disputes allegations against BBC presenter

A lawyer for the young person at the center of a controversy involving an unnamed BBC presenter has disputed the claims reported in The Sun newspaper, saying they were “rubbish.”

Houston Style Magazine Spotlights Feed the Soul Foundation's New Executive Director

Feed the Soul Foundation, a national nonprofit organization, is thrilled to announce the appointment of Juana Collins as its Executive Director, effective Monday, May 1. Collins brings over 30 years of nonprofit executive experience, having worked with esteemed organizations such as the United Negro College Fund and the American Red Cross. She expresses her sincere gratitude for this incredible opportunity to contribute her expertise and support the foundation's mission.

NBA unveils new in-season tournament set to debut in November

The National Basketball Association on Saturday unveiled the format and groups for its in-season tournament set to debut next season.

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