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Houston Strong: Houston Texans vs. Jacksonville Jaguars
Walking from the parking lot to the NRG Stadium you could feel an overwhelming spirit resonating throughout the air. Something that wasn’t felt over a week ago when the city was in the midst of a catastrophic natural disaster, Hurricane Harvey. The hurricane was an event that the residents of Houston and surrounding areas are still recovering from. Normalcy was the one thing that the city needed and the Houston Texans looked to help restore the city.
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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.
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HOUSTON TEXANS AND PARTNERS AWARD $400,000 TO 15 LOCAL NONPROFITS
The Houston Texans awarded $400,000 through the Inspire Change Grant Fund to 15 local nonprofits and education programs.
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100 Years of WOW! Miller Outdoor Theatre Announces Season Opener
As the curtain rises on the 100th Anniversary performance season at Miller Outdoor Theatre (MOT), The Miller Theatre Advisory Board has announced that Houstonians and visitors alike can expect eight months of exceptional cultural arts programming plus four stellar 100th celebratory events, all free of charge to the public. The 100th season kicks off March 17 when Irish eyes will smile when The Trinity Irish Dance Company brings their progressive Irish Dance to Houston for St. Patrick’s Day. The following evening transports all to 1923, the “birth” of Miller Outdoor Theatre, complete with a celebratory roaring 20s themed extravaganza with Vaudeville performers, swing dance lessons, photo opportunities and more. Additionally, the Board has launched a $12.5 million dollar capital campaign to raise necessary funds to improve the visitor experience at the theatre. Renovations and improvements will be made to the theatre’s fixed and hillside seating. Also, the creation of a signature entryway to the theatre will both welcome guests and facilitate smooth access in and out of the facility. As always, admission to MOT remains free to all. Everyone is encouraged to make Miller memories during the 100th anniversary season.
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S. Epatha Merkerson exclusive with Houston Style Magazine
S. Epatha Merkerson travels to Houston, Texas for the American Diabetes Challenge and sit down for an exclusive with Bell of Totally Randie for Houston Style Magazine!
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Houston Pension Solution Takes Historic Step Forward in Texas Legislature
After hearing testimony from Mayor Sylvester Turner and many others, the Texas Senate State Affairs Committee today voted to send the Houston Pension Solution to the full senate for approval. With one exception, the measure passed out of committee is the same reform package supported by a 16-1 vote of City Council and forwarded to Austin by the City of Houston.
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Houston Pension Solution Takes Historic Step Forward in Texas Legislature
After hearing testimony from Mayor Sylvester Turner and many others, the Texas Senate State Affairs Committee today voted to send the Houston Pension Solution to the full senate for approval. With one exception, the measure passed out of committee is the same reform package supported by a 16-1 vote of City Council and forwarded to Austin by the City of Houston.
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Rockets’ Star Russell Westbrook Purchases 650 Laptops for Local Students
Even when he is not on the court, Houston Rockets guard Russell Westbrook is still making his presence felt in the community. Westbrook is teaming up with Comp-U-Dopt and Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner to donate 650 laptops through his WHY NOT? FOUNDATION to underprivileged children throughout the city.
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Houston Ballet Announces Free Performances at Miller Outdoor Theatre
Houston Ballet gives free performances at Miller Outdoor Theatre on September 13-15, 2018 at 8 PM. Free tickets available for covered seating, open seating available on the lawn
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MFAH and HCP Present Inspired by Robert Frank: Publishing the Photobook in the 21st Century
Saturday, December 9, at the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston
The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, and the Houston Center for Photography, jointly present Inspired by Robert Frank: Publishing the Photobook in the 21st Century, a panel discussing the current environment in the field of photography and photobooks, as well as perspectives on the future. The panel, moderated by Ashlyn Davis, executive director, Houston Center for Photography, will include: Alejandro Cartagena, photographer and editor; Manfred Heiting, designer, editor, and collector; Kevin Messina, publisher and editor; and Gerhard Steidl, printer and publisher.
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Rodeo Awards $200,000 in Vocational Scholarships
Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo™ Awards Houston-Area Technical Schools with $200,000 in Vocational Scholarships
Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo officials awarded several Houston-area community colleges and technical institutions with $200,000 in Vocational Scholarships for the 2022-2023 academic year.
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Tecovas Opens Houston Flagship Store at CITYCENTRE
Expanding Houston’s Footprint at Shopping, Dining, and Entertainment Destination
Houston-based Midway, a privately owned, fully integrated real estate investment and development firm, is pleased to announce that Tecovas has recently opened its newest flagship store in Houston at CITYCENTRE, Houston’s premier mixed-use destination for office space, upscale shopping, dining, and entertainment. Located on Town & Country Blvd. next to Warby Parker and Lily Rain, this marks the third store in the Houston area for the Austin-based western brand
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Mostyn Law to Award $5,000 On Mother's Day to a Deserving Houston Mom
The “5K for Mother’s Day Giveaway” Now Underway with Majic 102.1
Mostyn Law and 1-800-TruckWreck will honor one Houston-area mother with a $5,000 cash gift through an online contest, staged in conjunction with Majic 102.1 (KMJQ-FM/Houston). Houston-area residents are being asked to nominate moms who have exhibited strength, commitment and love for their family throughout the ups and downs experienced in the last year and to describe how this money would positively impact these moms and their families.
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Houston Area Urban League 2014 Equal Opportunity Gala Host
The Houston Area Urban League, Inc. (HAUL) celebrated the partnership and community works of five outstanding Houston-area organizations and community figures at its 2014 Annual Houston Area Urban League Equal Opportunity Day Gala (EOD). The annual fundraiser helps to benefit operations and the emerging needs of HAUL. The EOD Gala is also an opportunity to honor those who have made significant contributions to the community in the areas of economic development, leadership, and humanitarianism and community service.
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Houston Area Urban League 2014 Equal Opportunity Gala Part 2
The Houston Area Urban League, Inc. (HAUL) celebrated the partnership and community works of five outstanding Houston-area organizations and community figures at its 2014 Annual Houston Area Urban League Equal Opportunity Day Gala (EOD). The annual fundraiser helps to benefit operations and the emerging needs of HAUL. The EOD Gala is also an opportunity to honor those who have made significant contributions to the community in the areas of economic development, leadership, and humanitarianism and community service.
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Houston Area Urban League 2014 Equal Opportunity Gala Part 3
The Houston Area Urban League, Inc. (HAUL) celebrated the partnership and community works of five outstanding Houston-area organizations and community figures at its 2014 Annual Houston Area Urban League Equal Opportunity Day Gala (EOD). The annual fundraiser helps to benefit operations and the emerging needs of HAUL. The EOD Gala is also an opportunity to honor those who have made significant contributions to the community in the areas of economic development, leadership, and humanitarianism and community service.
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Hennessy Media Lunch with Maurice Hennessy
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Lunch & Clothes 4 the Homeless
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Grand Opening of the River Oaks District
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HABJ Student Mentoring Breakfast
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