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Holiday Spotlight: Faith-Based Non-Profit Hoodies 4 Healing Foundation Dedicates Sunday To Feeding The Homeless
Cypress-based non-profit dedicates their passion for the community to feeding and providing resources to the homeless, and financially supporting single mothers with kids that have medical conditions.
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Jazz Fest: A New Orleans Story
You can bet on music’s healing power. New Orleans has played those odds for over 50 years. Its renown jazz fest brings all kinds of people together, mends spirits and has even survived an apocalypse.
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Tips to Help You Stick to Your New Year’s Resolutions
Katia Designs shares tips on how to improve your resolution success rate
Every time a new year rolls around, there are millions of people who make resolutions, or set new goals they want to meet. The problem with this is that within weeks, many of them have already given up on those goals. Coming up with a resolution is one thing, but ensuring that it plays out is completely another. The good news is that there are things that you can do to help improve your success rate and keep you focused on achieving those new goals.
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SPLC Pledges $100 Million in Voter Engagement Programs in the Deep South through 2032
SPLC’s commitment represents a historic pledge of resources to amplify multi-racial, inclusive democracy initiatives
The Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC) today announced a $100 million reinvestment from its endowment to its Vote Your Voice program over the next decade – increasing its commitment by more than three-fold from the $30 million pledged initially in 2020 – for non-partisan voter outreach, democracy advocacy and civic engagement efforts across the Deep South. Through a collaborative partnership with the 70-year-old Community Foundation for Greater Atlanta, the SPLC’s Vote Your Voice program supports organizations working in Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana and Mississippi.
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Ahmad Goree Named New Leader of Dallas Southern Pride
More than 10K people expected to attend the 2023 Juneteenth Unity Weekend Celebration event June 15-20 in Dallas
Dallas Southern Pride (DSP), the premier organization hosting pride events throughout the Dallas metroplex, announced today that Ahmad Goree, former director of public affairs, will assume the role of chief operations officer and director of engagement of Dallas Southern Pride, effective immediately. Goree succeeds the late Kirk Myers-Hill, who was president of Dallas Southern Pride, and a beloved member of the community whose contributions will be greatly missed.
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Warner Robins native serves aboard U.S. Navy floating airport
Seaman Donovan Alexander-Profit, a native of Warner Robins, Georgia, is one of more than 5,000 sailors serving aboard the self-contained mobile airport, USS Abraham Lincoln.
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Celebrating Women's History Month: Houston's Trailblazing Female Artists Shine Bright
BANF Highlights the Visionary Contributions of Stacey Allen, Dr. Lavanya Rajagopalan, and Dr. Gabriela Baeza Ventura in Houston's Arts Scene
As Women's History Month unfolds, the BIPOC Arts Network and Fund (BANF) proudly directs the spotlight toward three remarkable women who have left an indelible mark on Houston's artistic landscape. Stacey Allen, Dr. Lavanya Rajagopalan, and Dr. Gabriela Baeza Ventura stand as luminaries, pushing boundaries, igniting creativity, and fostering innovation within their respective spheres. Recognizing their extraordinary achievements, BANF celebrates their unwavering dedication to amplifying diverse voices and shaping the cultural narrative of Houston.
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Texas Southern University's Fine Arts Week: A Celebration of Talent and Inspiration
Immerse yourself in a week-long celebration of artistic excellence as Texas Southern University (TSU) proudly presents Fine Arts Week 2024. This vibrant event, organized by the Department of Visual and Performing Arts and the Department of Music, pays homage to the transformative power of creativity while honoring the remarkable achievements of TSU alumnus Edwin Lee Gibson, Emmy and SAG Award winner for his role in FX's acclaimed show, The Bear. Join us as we come together to celebrate the arts and showcase the immense talent within our community.
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Lone Star Flight Museum Hosts Texas Aviation Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony Sponsored by Southwest Airlines
Get ready for an extraordinary tribute to aviation's finest at the Texas Aviation Hall of Fame (TAHOF) Induction Ceremony & Luncheon, hosted by the Lone Star Flight Museum (LSFM) on April 19, 2024, at 11:30 a.m. Presented by Southwest Airlines, this event at the LSFM, located at 11551 Aerospace Avenue in Houston's Ellington Airport, promises to honor four remarkable individuals for their outstanding contributions to the aviation industry.
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Galleria Dallas to Celebrate Bipoc Designers with Black Fashion Movement Pop Up June 17-20
When Frenchye Harris entered the fashion industry, there weren’t many people who looked like her at the table. There weren’t many models who looked like her. And there certainly wasn’t a showcase for designers who looked like her. Harris met that challenge during the past year by creating the Black Fashion Movement.
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Ukraine’s railways still running after two years of war - how
Since Russia attacked two years ago, Ukraine has endured ground invasions and relentless missile attacks that have killed thousands and destroyed villages, towns and cities.
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FAIR Health Launches Next-Generation Healthcare Planning Tool for New Yorkers
FAIR Health has launched a groundbreaking website, YouCanPlanForThis.org, aimed at transforming how people in New York State engage in healthcare planning. A next-generation transparency tool, the free site gives New Yorkers unprecedented access to accurate medical and dental costs and comprehensive educational resources, so they can plan financially for a procedure or episode of care.
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Mardi Gras Ball for Special People at Moody Gardens, Galveston Island
Each year Moody Gardens® hosts the Mardi Gras Ball for Special People, which provides the opportunity for people with disabilities to safely enjoy the spirit and fun of Mardi Gras. This is a free event for those with special needs and their immediate family and/or caregivers. The event includes food, refreshments, live music, beads, costume and dance contests, pictures, face painting arts & crafts and more. More information here: http://bit.ly/specialpeopleball Music: Imagine Dragons - "On Top of the World" Purchase here: http://amzn.com/B0092MKHN2 Moody Gardens® is a public, non-profit educational destination utilizing nature in the advancement of rehabilitation, conservation, recreation and research.
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Jussie Smollett Says He Won’t Be Killed First In ‘Alien’; Clears Up Taraji, Nia Long Rumors
Jussie Smollett is heading to the big screen with his role in Alien: Covenant.
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Tyra Banks Scraps Age Limit On ‘Top Model’
Tyra Banks is bringing a big change to “America’s Next Top Model” when she returns as host for the upcoming 24th cycle.
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The Black Lives Matter Movement is the Enemy of African Americans
The first thing that I have to say is that I am an African American man living in the Minneapolis area. I have to state this now; otherwise I would probably be called a racist.
