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Houston's Bravest: 31 New Firefighters Join the Ranks in a Ceremony of Commitment and Courage
The Houston Fire Department proudly welcomed 31 new firefighters into its esteemed ranks, marking a day of pride and promise for the city. The Class of 2023-C stood tall on February 22, 2024, as they took their Oath of Office in a stirring ceremony held at the Houston Community College Main Campus Auditorium.
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Aretha Franklin Shades Dionne Warwick Over Whitney’s Funeral
The Queen of Soul is coming out swinging against fellow legend Dionne Warwick, accusing her of making up a story that she was Whitney Houston’s godmother, even though the alleged offense happened five years ago at Houston’s funeral.
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Houston Ballet Expands On Its 2020 Plans For Digital Programming and Launches New Digital Program This Week
A Look at the Rest of 2020 for Houston Ballet and the Premiere of its First 2020-2021 Repertoire
Houston Ballet prepares to present the rest of its programming in 2020 digitally, beginning first with A Night at Jacob’s Pillow on October 9. While the organization fulfilled subscribers’ benefits with previously recorded digital programming in the remainder of its 2019-2020 season, its opening repertoire of the 2020-2021 season will be the first on-demand program available to single ticket buyers as well.
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The Life and Legacy of Earl Lewis Thomas
BOOM! Earl Lewis Thomas was a force that no one wanted to challenge on the football field. The NFL defensive man was one of six that encompass the Seattle Seahawks’ Legion of Boom that put the team in the history books for their six consecutive seasons. The NFL, family, and friends are mourning the powerful wide receiver as Thomas passed away in Houston at the age of 71 succumbing to COVID-19 virus.
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Houston First Theater District Garages reopen in time for Thanksgiving Day Parade
Houston First Corporation is pleased to announce the Theater District parking garages will reopen to the public on Thanksgiving Day for parking from 6 a.m. until noon. Those planning to attend the H-E-B Thanksgiving Day Parade or “A Christmas Carol,” which opens at the Alley Theatre on November 24, will have the option to conveniently park on any level in all three underground garages.
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City of Houston Kicks-Off Earth Day HTX
Speaker Series will Continue Tuesday, April 18
The City of Houston will host Day Two of the Earth Day HTX celebration beginning at 9 a.m., Tuesday, April 18, with discussions on Flood Mitigation, Preparedness and Policy, and the Disproportionality of Climate Change Impact on People with Disabilities.
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HMAAC Announces Poet Laureate Emeritus – Deborah Mouton Artist Residency At The Power Center
The Houston Museum of African American Culture (HMAAC) is pleased to announce the May/June HMAAC artist residency of Deborah Mouton, the internationally known writ- er, educator, activist, performer, and the first Black Poet Laureate of Houston, Texas. The residency will take place at The Power Center in Houston, Texas and will involve engagement of students from The Imani School.
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Community Artists’ Collective and Community Music Center of Houston Celebrates Black Music Month with their 7th Annual Legacy Project
The opening reception will be held on Saturday, June 3rd from 4:00- 6:00 P.M. at Community Artists’ Collective, 4101 San Jacinto St. Suite 116, Houston, TX 77004. The musical tribute will be held on Sunday, June 4th from 4:00- 6:00 P.M. at Pilgrim Congregational United Church, 3115 Blodgett St, Houston, TX 77004 from 4:00-6:00 P.M.
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Military uniform, love letter found on side of rural road in KCK
It’s a mystery that has the makings of a movie... After almost 70 years of being preserved, a military uniform was found on the side of a rural road in Kansas City, Kansas.
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Srage 13 Docuseries "MARCH" on HBCU Band Life Debuts Tonight on The CW
Step into the riveting and demanding world of the Marching Storm, the award-winning band at HBCU Prairie View A&M University, as its members strive to climb in the rankings, balance the demands of life and school, and carry the bold legacy of the university. Stage 13’s docuseries MARCH debuts on Monday, January 24 at 8:00pm ET/PT on The CW. The 8-episode series is executive produced by Jamail Shelton (“Love & Hip Hop”), Emmy winner Cheryl Horner McDonough (“The T Word”), and Stage 13 EPs Shari Scorca and Marcel Fuentes.
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Houston Symphony EarShot Readings Postponed
Readings of Works by Composers José G. Martínez R., Patricia Martínez, Marco-Adrián Ramos, and Diana M. Rodriguez Aguilar to be Postponed
EarShot Readings with Houston Symphony scheduled to take place in Houston, TX on May 5-7, 2020 have been postponed in an effort to reduce the spread of the new coronavirus (COVID-19). The Readings, led by conductor Christopher Rountree, were to have featured the following works by four emerging orchestral composers: José G. Martínez R.’s En El Otro Lado/On the Other Side, Patricia Martínez’s PHOSPHORUS, Marco-Adrián Ramos’ Rehén de tus labios, o Escena de telenovela, and Diana M. Rodriguez Aguilar’s Mudai. These four composers were selected from a pool of 137 applicants in an international call for scores, reviewed by a distinguished panel of mentor composers.
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Public Art of the University of Houston System Unveils Newest Temporary Art Commission - Folly By Jorge Pardo
Public Art UHS marks the opening of the installation with a series of events October 19, 20 and 21
Public Art of the University of Houston System (Public Art UHS), an arts organization that serves multiple campuses across the UH System and the greater Houston community, unveils its newest temporary installation: Folly by Mexico-based Cuban-American artist Jorge Pardo. This work marks the third project in Public Art UHS’s temporary public art program and the second site-specific Grove Commission developed for Wilhelmina’s Grove, a serene on-campus gathering space anchoring the UH Arts District. The Temporary Public Art Program of the University of Houston System is generously supported by The Brown Foundation, Inc.
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Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee Commends Mayor Sylvester Turner on the Introduction of the Houston Peace Plan for Youth
Jackson Lee: “Mayor Turner’s initiative is a compelling endeavor that protects against violence, promotes good health for youth and provides opportunities for youth.”
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Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee of Texas Statement Recognizing 69th Anniversary of Israel’s Independence
Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee released the following statement today in recognition of the 69th anniversary of Israel’s independence:
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Ben Hall - Former city attorney of Houston talks w/ Dawn Paul
Dawn Pall caught up with Ben Hall, Former city attorney who is now running for Mayor of Houston, TX at the Sister2Sister event held at the Wortham Theater. Hall speaks on Women Empowerment, and engagement within his campaign for office with Houston Style Magazine. For more, check out StyleMagazine.com
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Dallas Mayor Eric Johnson's Party Switch and Path to Republican Alignment
In a surprising turn of events, Dallas Mayor Eric Johnson, a lifelong Dallas native and former Democrat State Representative, made headlines last week by announcing his switch to the Republican Party. This move makes him the only mayor aligned with the Republican Party among America's 14 largest cities.
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Scott McClelland, President, H-E-B Food & Drug, and Winell Herron, H-E-B Group Vice President Public Affairs, Diversity and Environmental Affairs, presented J.J. Watt with a …
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Ex-Minister Accused Of Embezzling $800K From First Baptist Church
A Houston minister has just been indicted for embezzling more than $800,000 from Houston First Baptist Church. Patch.com reports that a Harris County grand jury indicted Jerrell Altic, 40, on accussation of taking the money starting in 2011.
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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!
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Congresswoman Lee’s 24th Annual Toys for the Kids Giveaway
Photography by Vicky Pink - Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee hosted her annually toy giveaway to …
