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Matthew A. Cherry’s NFL past helped him tackle a sweet story of Black parenting that’s for everyone in ‘Young Love’
Matthew A. Cherry, a former NFL wide receiver turned Oscar winner who created the hit animated short film “Hair Love,” wants to show with his latest project that young parenting is the ultimate game of grit and determination.
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METRO Ready to "Upgrade U" with Service to Beyoncé's Renaissance Tour
As Beyoncé fans eagerly await the upcoming RENAISSANCE WORLD TOUR at NRG Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 23, and Sunday, Sept. 24, METRO is here to provide convenient and affordable transportation options to the event.
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HCDE, Education Foundation of Harris County partner to offer $200,000 in classroom supplies for teachers
Harris County Department of Education (HCDE) and the Education Foundation of Harris County (EFHC) have partnered for the third annual Tools for Teachers program, designed to support Harris County independent school district teachers with classroom supplies for the 2023-2024 school year.
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A Walk Helping Children Find Their Voices
The 2023 Houston Walk for Apraxia event will be held on September 30th, 2023 at The Carruth Center to benefit children with apraxia of speech (CAS). The event begins at 9:00 am with a ceremony beginning at 11:00 am. Registration is FREE!
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“Thought U Knew”!! Leela James "Sets It Off" with Syleena Johnson, Avery Sunshine and Medusa in New Video
R&B/ Soul Singer Leela James gets gangsta! Who said pretty faces and soul singers can’t “Set it Off”? Well, Syleena Johnson, Avery Sunshine, and legendary LA rapper Medusa teamed up with Leela James to shoot the creative video for Leela’s new single, “Thought U Knew” which pays homage to the legendary film, “Set it Off”.
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World Premiere of Jaja’s African Hair Braiding
See production photos of the world premiere of Jaja’s African Hair Braiding, written by Jocelyn Bioh (School Girls; Or, The African Mean Girls Play) and directed by Whitney White (Our Dear Dead Drug Lord), now in previews and opening Tuesday, October 3 opening night at the Samuel J. Friedman Theatre (261 West 47th Street) on Broadway.
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Commissioner Rodney Ellis Statement on the Kickoff of the $7.2 M Redevelopment Project for the Knowles-Rowland House
Commissioner Rodney Ellis issued the following statement in response to the kickoff event for the Knowles-Rowland House Redevelopment Project:
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Beyonce at Redevelopment Project for the Knowles-Rowland House_Photos by Roscoe Whitworth, Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo’s Office.
Published on September 22, 2023
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Beyonce at Redevelopment Project for the Knowles-Rowland House_Photos by Roscoe Whitworth, Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo’s Office.
Published on September 22, 2023
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Beyonce at Redevelopment Project for the Knowles-Rowland House_Photos by Roscoe Whitworth, Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo’s Office.
Published on September 22, 2023
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The Knowles-Rowland House Rebuilding Ceremony
Officials have become the rebuilding process of the Knowles-Rowland House.
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Biden-Harris Administration Announces New Supports to Increase Reach of Mental Health Services and Professionals in Schools
The Biden-Harris Administration today is announcing a $2.6 million award to support mental health services and professionals in schools, further delivering on a key priority of the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act (BSCA). The Board of Regents of the University of Wisconsin System will establish a national Mental Health Evaluation, Training, Research, and Innovation Center for Schools (METRICS) to increase support and offer new resources for schools nationwide on training mental health professionals and providing school-based mental health services. This award is made possible by the historic Bipartisan Safer Communities Act, which President Biden signed into law on June 25, 2022.
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City offers free downloadable Accessory Dwelling Unit design plans
ADU | HOU Design Contest Concludes with Free Downloadable ADU Plans
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Concorde Career Colleges Leaders Available as Media Sources to Share Insights and Experiences For National Hispanic and Latinx Heritage Month
Corporate and campus leaders of Concorde Career Colleges, the healthcare division of Universal Technical Institute, leaders, instructors, and alumni who are of Hispanic and Latinx heritage are available as media sources to discuss how family history and roots helped shape their life and career choices. They are also available to share advice for others interested in career education and healthcare professions. Corporate and campus leaders of Concorde Career Colleges, the healthcare division of Universal Technical Institute, leaders, instructors, and alumni who are of Hispanic and Latinx heritage are available as media sources to discuss how family history and roots helped shape their life and career choices. They are also available to share advice for others interested in career education and healthcare professions.
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Prairie View A&M University Announces 2023-2024 Writer-in-Residence Attica Locke
Prairie View A&M University proudly announces the appointment of Attica Locke as its 2023-2024 Writer-in-Residence for the Toni Morrison Writing Program. Locke, a distinguished American fiction author and acclaimed writer-producer for television and film, will be formally introduced on Thursday, Sept. 28, 2023, at 11 a.m. in PVAMU’s Don K. Clark Building Auditorium.
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Harris County Attorney Christian D. Menefee Files Legal Brief Supporting Abortion Access
Harris County has joined a nationwide fight for emergency access to abortion care, signing on to an amicus brief siding with the United States Justice Department in United States v. Idaho, currently pending before the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals.
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Mayor Turner Hosts Adult Literacy Breakfast to "Keep the Torch LIT"
Nearly 250 of Houston’s community leaders joined elected officials for the Mayor's Adult Literacy Breakfast on September 14 at the Julia Ideson Building. Candace Burns, anchor with KPRC Channel 2, emceed the event as Mayor Sylvester Turner headlined his final Breakfast as Mayor and stressed the importance of improving adult literacy in our city and the need for increased opportunities that allow individuals to learn basic digital skills to thrive in a connected economy. Turner praised adult learners and recognized award recipients for supporting literacy efforts.
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Houston Philanthropist Opens New ABA Clinic To Help Youth With Special Needs
For the past 3 years, Roderick Batons has provided opportunities for those with autism and disabilities through his company, Howdy Homemade Ice Cream. After employing dozens with disabilities and seeing their passion to strive to have independence, lead, and live normal lives, Batson quickly grew a new love and respect for the disability community. On September 17th, Batson alongside his business partner Mr. Williams opened Essential Speech & ABA Clinic in Cypress. The grand opening was the ultimate family friendly and community event that consisted of food trucks, a car show, snow cones, Howdy Homemade Ice Cream, face painting, tours of the facility, and a train ride around the facility.
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Exploring the Essence of Brotherhood at the Community Artists' Collective
In a quest to rediscover the profound sense of community and kinship severed during the Afro-diaspora's painful history of slavery, the remarkable Afro-Brazilian artist Ibraim Nascimento unveils "Irmandade." This captivating exhibition, set to open its doors on September 23 at the Community Artists' Collective, is a testament to the enduring bonds of brotherhood and sisterhood.
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Taraji P. Henson's Foundation Expand Pioneering Mental Health Services to 2nd HBCU
In a continued effort to destigmatize mental health conversations within the Black community, The Boris Lawrence Henson Foundation (BLHF) and kate spade new york are proudly extending their groundbreaking "She Care Wellness Pods" initiative to Hampton University. This Fall, they are set to bring culturally competent mental wellness services to more than 25,000 Black women on historically Black college and university (HBCU) campuses.
