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Celebrate the Richness of Hispanic Heritage
America would not be the country it is today without the contributions of Hispanic Americans. Every year from September 15 to October 15 we remember the achievements of Hispanic Americans and how they have made America the country that it is. The influential touches of their rich culture can be seen all over Houston and around the world. A greater grasp of the culture can be gained when visiting the Institute of Hispanic Culture of Houston (IHCH). Houston Style got a chance to speak with the president and chairman of the board Mayte Sera Weitzman to learn more about the culture and the institute.
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Published on October 6, 2021
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Published on October 6, 2021
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Rockets Defeat The Wizards In First Preseason Win
Basketball is back in Houston! Ok. Wait. Before you get too excited, technically, it is not back just yet because the regular season has not started, but basketball was played on Tuesday night at the Toyota Center as the Houston Rockets defeated the Washington Wizards by a score of 125-119.
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Houston native serves aboard USS Tripoli
Operations Specialist Seaman Gilberto Pequeno, from Houston, fills an oxygen tank in the vehicle stowage area aboard amphibious assault ship USS Tripoli (LHA 7). Tripoli is an America-class amphibious assault ship homeported in San Diego. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Sebastian Minshall)
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It's time to become friends with your anxiety
I've never felt as anxious or cried as much as I have during the pandemic, and I know I am not the only one.
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New book offers window into the Trump presidency from his chief congressional prosecutor
In the days before Rep. Adam Schiff became then-President Donald Trump's chief congressional nemesis, Trump praised the man who would go on to epitomize his toxic relationship with Democrats on Capitol Hill.
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Rockets Complete Trade with Brooklyn
The Houston Rockets today announced they have acquired a 2024 second round pick from Brooklyn along with forward Sekou Doumbouya (SEH-coo doom-boo-YAH) in exchange for cash considerations.
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Houston Public Library’s Central Library Reimagined
The Houston Public Library (HPL) will reopen its reimagined Central Library on Thursday, Oct. 7, 2021 with a three-day celebration of engaging activities, events, giveaways and more for all to enjoy! On Oct. 7, guests can enjoy the sounds of Houston in Harmony at 12:30 p.m. and a Movie Night on the Plaza at 5:15 p.m. On Oct. 8, the Library welcomes back its popular craft times and on Oct. 9, guests can enjoy an Outdoor Family Storytime at 11:15 a.m. and a Puppet Show on the Plaza at 2 p.m.
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South Texas College of Law offers support for tenants at upcoming Keep Harris Housed event in Alief
Free event will help Houston-area renters access legal services, apply for rental relief programs
Eric Kwartler, Public Interest Attorney in South Texas College of Law Houston’s Randall O. Sorrells Legal Clinics, and several of his law students will be providing guidance to area residents to help them avoid being evicted during a Keep Harris Housed outreach event Thursday, Sept. 30, in Alief.
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Governor Abbott Announces Intention To Appeal FEMA Denial Of Federal Emergency Declaration In Response To Border Crisis
Governor Greg Abbott today announced that the State of Texas will appeal the Federal Emergency Management Agency's (FEMA) denial of Texas' Federal Emergency Declaration request as a result of the escalating crisis at the Texas-Mexico border.
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Voting Rights Activists Arrested at White House
Activists from the League of Women Voters, People For the American Way, and Declaration for American Democracy Demonstrate for White House Voting Rights Action
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Wells Fargo NeighborhoodLIFT Program Returns to Houston to Create 300 Homeowners
As Houston continues to battle COVID-19, $5 million effort will help residents with $15,000 home down payment assistance
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Wells Fargo announces more than 300 $15,000 down payment assistance grants
It was announced Wells Fargo along with NeighborWorks America and Avenue, will bring our NeighborhoodLIFT® program back to Houston for a third time to help more than 300 low- and moderate-income individuals get on a path to homeownership with $15,000 down payment assistance grants—a total $5 million investment.
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Tennessee Performing Arts Center and Nashville Public Television partner to broadcast 'Walk Together Children: The 150th Anniversary of the Fisk Jubilee Singers' on Oct. 3
Inspired by the 150th Anniversary of the Fisk Jubilee Singers® and the opportunity to share the ensemble's rich artistry and cultural significance beyond Nashville, the nonprofit Tennessee Performing Arts Center (TPAC) and Nashville Public Television (WNPT), Nashville's independent nonprofit PBS station serving Middle Tennessee and Southern Kentucky, are partnering to present Walk Together Children: The 150th Anniversary of the Fisk Jubilee Singers to PBS member stations across the country.
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Houston Ballet Returns to Live Performances at Its Home Theater with the Margaret Alkek Williams Jubilee of Dance
Houston Ballet prepares to take the stage at its home theater, Wortham Theater Center, for the first time in 18 months. The Margaret Alkek Williams Jubilee of Dance opens Houston Ballet’s 2021-2022 season and marks the return to in-person performances on September 30.
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Black Women for Positive Change Announces 2021 Elizabeth Keckley Honorees
Black Women for Positive Change is pleased to announce the Honorees of the 2021 Elizabeth Keckley Awards, an event that honors individuals who have demonstrated lives of public service and dedication to building and expanding the American Black Middle/Working Class. The Keckley Awards are part of the Tenth Annual Month of Families, Non-Violence and Opportunities, October 1-31, 2021. “We are honored to highlight the accomplishments of this year’s honorees. We believe it is important to provide youth and adults with role models in different industries, that they can emulate, as they develop their personal walks of life,” said Honorable Jan Perry, Social Action Chair and Attorney Carthenia Jefferson, Committee Co-Chairs of the Keckley Awards, organized by Black Women for Positive Change.
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The National Black Cultural Information Trust and Black Content Creators Tackle COVID-19 Misinformation with "Inform Unite Heal" Awareness Campaign
The National Black Cultural Information Trust, Inc. launched the "Inform Unite Heal" COVID-19 Awareness Campaign for Black communities to spread awareness of how the pandemic affects Black lives and counter misinformation.
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Mayor Sylvester Turner Announces 2021 Hispanic Heritage Awards Winners
Mayor Sylvester Turner honors five exceptional Houstonians during Hispanic Heritage Month.
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Black Theatre Coalition/Broadway Across America Fellowship
Sponsored by the John Gore Organization
The John Gore Organization (JGO), the leading presenter, producer, distributor, and marketer of Broadway theater worldwide, has partnered with Black Theatre Coalition (BTC), an organization dedicated to eradicating racial inequities in the theater industry, to create a comprehensive paid fellowship program for Black-identifying undergraduate college juniors, seniors and recent college graduates.
