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Most Stylish Houstonians of 2019
Houstonians are known throughout the world for their generosity and how they help their fellow man in a disaster. Rarely seen are the philanthropic efforts of Houstonians who just see a need and provide a solution. Those that excel professionally while still giving back in extraordinary ways are who we call most stylish.
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Mayor Sylvester Turner and Microsoft TExpand Digital Alliance With The City Of Houston
Mayor Sylvester Turner announced on Monday that the city of Houston has expanded its ground- breaking digital alliance with Micro- soft to innovate in big data, artificial intelligence and the digital economy. Microsoft brings to Houston “Accelerate,” a new program designed to address economic recovery through skilling both underserved communities and re-skilling the many Americans impacted by COVID-19.
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100 Black Men 7th Annual Scholarship Gala Part 2
Erynn Haskins of Houston Style Magazine Interviews 100 Black Men Houston Chapter President Bethew "Bert" Jennings, George Foreman Jr. and George Foreman IV at the Hilton Americas Hotel April 26th.
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Citywide Initiative: Mayor Turner Announces Inaugural Winners of Evolve Houston's eMobility Microgrants
Today, Mayor Sylvester Turner announced the winners of Evolve Houston’s eMobility Microgrants that will fund electric vehicle and charging infrastructure-related projects in many of Houston’s underserved communities. Mayor Turner was joined by the partners at Shell, NRG, CenterPoint, and the University of Houston who together founded Evolve Houston to ensure that the city is at the forefront of the transition to electric vehicles.
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NAACP Houston Condemns CM Kubosh Reference of Rosa Parks
Recent statements by Houston City Councilmember Michael Kubosh have deeply grieved the hearts and offended many African Americans. Others who are sensitive to the history of African Americans in this country are also disturbed. Even though 1619 is often given as the date of arrival of the first African slaves in what is now the United States of America, history tells us there were actually African slaves in this country as early as the 1500’s. No matter which one of these dates you believe to be true, we do know that the American slaves from Africa and their descendants remained in bondage in this country for over 200 years.
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Let's Talk About Clean Energy
GREENTOWN LABS is a community of clean tech pioneers collaborating to design a more sustainable world. It is a clean tech startup incubator founded by entrepreneurs, to bring together startups, corporations, investors, government leaders, and many others to shape our best future. Recently, they announced their expansion to Houston—an energy hub unlike any other that’s capable of leading the way in renewable energy and the decarbonization of our planet, to define Houston as the Energy Transition capital of the World.
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The Women’s Fund Hosts Spring Membership Luncheon with Focus on Making Good Medical Decisions
Friday, May 19, 2023
The Women’s Fund for Health Education and Resiliency, a nonprofit providing Houston-area women and girls with the tools needed to be advocates for their health, is hosting the annual Spring Membership Luncheon at Tony’s on Friday, May 19, 2023, at 11:30 a.m.
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Texas Association of Independent Pharmacy Owners Quarterly Meeting
Photography by Vicky Pink - On Thursday, February 25, 2016, Houston Style Magazine was on …
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Jack and Jill of America, Incorporated - Houston Chapter Presents Their 2016 Debutantes
An Evening of Elegance
The Houston Chapter of Jack and Jill of America, Incorporated presented 31 outstanding debutantes and seven stags to society at its 29th Biennial Debutante Ball at the Hilton Americas — Houston on Sunday, January 1, 2017. The president of the Houston Chapter is Mrs. Lisa Harris. Ms. Connie L. Cochran served as chairman and Mrs. Annette Bracey, Mrs. Erica Craven Fazande, Dr. Jocelyn Greely, and Ms. Colette Loeb served as co-chairmen. Melinda Spaulding, news anchor for KRIV Fox 26, and Dr. Austin Lane, president of Texas Southern University served as masters of ceremony. As each debutante was introduced to society, she was promenaded around the dance floor where she thanked her mother with a long stemmed red rose before performing sophisticated waltzes with her escort and father. Each stag was escorted by his mother as he was presented.
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Cullen Trust Gift Aids UH Students Struggling with Food Insecurity Amid Pandemic
The University of Houston has received a $100,000 gift from the Cullen Trust for Higher Education to aid University students and members of the community who are in immediate need of food assistance. The gift supports efforts at UH and the Houston Food Bank to raise awareness on the growing issue of food insecurity due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
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African-Americans Face More Pollution-Related Health Hazards, New Report Shows
African-Americans face a disproportionate risk of pollution-related health problems caused by the location of oil and gas refineries, according to a new study released Tuesday.
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AIDS Foundation Houston raises more than $150,000 at World AIDS Day Luncheon 2019
AIDS Foundation Houston, Inc. (AFH) hosted the annual World AIDS Day Luncheon on Friday, December 6, 2019, at The Ballroom at Bayou Place. Luncheon chairs Carrie Brandsberg-Dahl, Adrian Dueñas and Duyen Nguyen, with presenting sponsor Chevron, welcomed more than 500 guests to the annual fundraiser.
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Barbara Bush Houston Literacy Foundation and Mayor Sylvester Turner Unveil #WeRead Initiative
Virtual read aloud initiative encourages children and families to read during closure of schools due to coronavirus
Mayor Sylvester Turner and the Barbara Bush Houston Literacy Foundation (Foundation) joined forces to launch #WeRead, a focused effort in response to the need for high-quality, digital learning content to support at-home and distance education amidst school and library closures
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Congressman Al Green’s Public Forum on Medicaid
Photography by Vicky Pink - Congressman Al Green hosted a Public Forum on Medicaid in …
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Shining Bright: Houston's Top Teens Triumph at the 2024 Blue and Silver Presentation Ball
Celebrating the dazzling success of the 2024 Blue and Silver Presentation Ball, the Top Ladies of Distinction, Inc. Nonpareil Chapter once again illuminated the night with an "Evening of Elegance and Inspiration." This prestigious event, held on February 24 at BREC Jefferson Highway Park, was not just a showcase of grandeur but a profound display of talent and service, integral to the ethos of the organization.
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The Skin Cancer Foundation’s Free Skin Cancer Screening Program Stops in Houston, TX
Destination: Healthy Skin Brings Skin Cancer Education to Thousands Nationwide
The Foundation’s 38-foot RV, customized with two private exam rooms, travels around the country each year. Inside the RV, local dermatologists provide free full-body skin cancer screenings. Participants will also receive educational materials and Walgreens brand sun care items. Complete details available in the press release.
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New Luxury Spa Coming To Houston Heights This Fall
Thrilled to announce the upcoming opening of Houston’s newest hotspot: E L L E É salon + spa —a luxury salon + spa founded by Lesha Wincher, Miss Houston USA 2018 & former NFL cheerleader. Opening its doors in mid-September, E L L E É was designed as an oasis to escape everyday life.
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National Urban League Young Professionals (NULYP) Announces 2017 NULYP Honors Award Winners
National Urban League Young Professionals (NULYP) recognizes 10 outstanding young professionals who exemplify the National Urban League mission through their professional and personal contributions to community and service. This class of YP Honors recipients represent a diverse field of industries and backgrounds, but share the common value of excellence in service.
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In Support of its STEAM Educational Programming, The Health Museum to Host ‘Cheers to Your Health: STEAMPunk’ Fundraiser
On Friday, October 27, 2017, The John P. McGovern Museum of Health and Medical Science invites Houstonians to celebrate and toast to its educational programming in science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics (STEAM) at its largest fundraiser of the year, Cheers to Your Health: STEAMPunk. The Texas Medical Center member institution is Houston’s most interactive science learning center and the only Smithsonian Affiliate in the Houston Museum District, and this year celebrates its 21st anniversary as the most visited museum of its kind in the nation.
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NAACP Image Awards Lou Gossett, Jr.
The 45th NAACP Image Awards is the nation's premier multi-cultural awards show. The event celebrates the outstanding achievements and performances of people of color in the arts (television, recording, literature, motion picture and writing & directing), as well as those individuals or groups who promote social justice through their creative endeavors. Houston Style Magazine was on the Red Carpet and we have the exclusive. Catch the our coverage here!
