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A Star is Born: Urban Star Reopens on Sept. 19 at Hyatt Regency Houston/Galleria
Modern, locally-sourced restaurant in uptown Houston luxury hotel completes renovations
Hyatt Regency Houston/Galleria, located in the heart of uptown Houston, announces its restaurant, Urban Star, has completed a full renovation and will reopen on September 19, 2022.
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Houston First to Open Lynn Wyatt Square for the Performing Arts
Reimagined Downtown Green Space to Transform Houston’s Theater District
Houston First Corporation (HFC) is celebrating the long-awaited Lynn Wyatt Square for the Performing Arts (LWS) at a grand opening event, Thursday, September 21, 2023, at 10:30 a.m. Participants at the celebration will include Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner, philanthropist Lynn Wyatt, HFC Chairman David Mincberg, and HFC President and CEO Michael Heckman, along with other public officials and leaders from Houston’s performing arts and business community as well as project architects and designers.
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46th Annual "Original" Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Parade
Attention residents of Houston, Texas, and the surrounding areas! The Black Heritage Society Inc. has partnered with the City of Houston to organize the 46th Annual "Original" MLK Parade. The parade will occur on Monday, January 15, 2024, at 10:00 am in Downtown Houston and is open to the Public. The parade will commence at the corner of Smith and McKinney in front of Houston's City Hall. This year's theme for the parade is "Brotherly Love is the Strongest Advocacy for Peace, Freedom, and Justice for All!"
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U.S. Department of Education Emphasizes Importance of Full-Service Community Schools Through Competitive Grant Program
Department aims to scale the program to impact more children and families as communities respond to the pandemic.
Today, the U.S. Department of Education released the Notice of Proposed Priorities, definitions, and requirements for the Full-Service Community Schools competitive grant program and tomorrow is launching a 30-day public comment period for the program. These proposed priorities align with the vision set forth by the Biden-Harris Administration and U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona in support of high-quality educational opportunities for all students and the important role of full-service community schools in providing wraparound and academic supports to students and families that are critical in their academic success.
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Office of Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee and Partners Hold Hurricane Harvey Recovery Fair
Congresswoman Jackson Lee: “This is an opportunity to get critical recovery information about available disaster assistance from both governmental and non-profit organizations.”
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City of Houston Lifts Boil Water Notice
TCEQ Confirms Tap Water Is Safe to Drink
The City of Houston has lifted the boil water notice that it issued Sunday, November 27th. Customers no longer need to boil water before drinking, cooking, and making ice. Water quality testing submitted to the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) has confirmed that tap water meets all regulatory standards and is safe to drink.
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Dining Out for Life fundraiser benefitting AIDS Foundation Houston returns July 24-31 Inbox
16 Houston-area restaurants (and counting) will participate in the annual fundraising event
For one week in July—July 24 through July 31, 2021—Houston-area restaurants are donating a portion of their proceeds to AIDS Foundation Houston, Inc. (AFH) through their participation in the annual nationwide event, Dining Out for Life.
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Alley Theatre Receives Bank of America ACTivate Award from Theatre Forward
The Theatre Forward Grant will accelerate Alley Theatre’s effort to create a more equitable and inclusive environment
The Tony Award®-winning Alley Theatre is proud to be one of six recipients of the Bank of America ACTivate Awards. The Bank of America ACTivate Awards, a Theatre Forward grants program, seeks to foster and accelerate theatres’ efforts to become more equitable, diverse, and inclusive of Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) individuals and groups.
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The University of Houston-Downtown Ushers in New Era with Grand Opening of Wellness & Success Center
New Center Called a Game Changer for UHD and the Downtown Houston Community
On the cusp of its 50th anniversary, the University of Houston-Downtown (UHD) ushered in a new era today with the official opening of its Wellness & Success Center (WSC). Designed by SmithGroup in association with HarrisonKornberg Architects and built by Vaughn Construction, the $39 million, 75,000-square-foot facility not only expands UHD’s footprint and visibility, it also establishes a dynamic core and recognizable landmark for fostering and nurturing an on-campus community.
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Early Voting Kicks Off in Harris County: Cast Your Vote for the Future of Houston’s Leadership
Houston Style Magazine proudly presents a comprehensive guide to the Early Voting period commencing Monday, April 22, 2024, for a pivotal Special Election in Harris County. This election will notably determine who will complete the term for the State Senator District 15 seat, following John Whitmire’s resignation to assume the mayoralty of Houston. As Houstonians gear up for the electoral season, it's crucial to stay informed about the candidates and the impact of their potential leadership.
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Houston Black Heritage Fest 2017
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HABJ’s Brand You!
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2nd Annual Sickle Cell Houston Walk
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Houston Texans Training Camp – First Day
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7th annual “Meet the Buyer” Purchasing Forum.
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Charnele Brown Visits UH
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