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U.S. Department of Education to Launch Application Process to Expand Federal Pell Grant Access for Individuals Who Are Confined or Incarcerated

The U.S. Department of Education (Department) tomorrow will launch a new process through which institutions of higher education can apply to offer postsecondary programs to confined or incarcerated individuals. For the first time in nearly 30 years, as a result of statutory changes enacted through the FAFSA Simplification Act, individuals enrolled in approved prison education programs (PEPs) will be eligible for Federal Pell Grants outside a limited pilot program known as the Second Chance Pell Experiment. The Department will begin accepting applications on July 3, 2023, and will approve applications on a rolling basis.

Houston Health Department, partners announce free COVID-19 testing schedule for week of September 7

The Houston Health Department and its agency partners are announcing the schedule for sites offering free COVID-19 tests the week of Sept. 7, 2020. The week will offer more than 20 free testing sites across Houston, including four mega sites.

AHF To Commemorate MLK Holiday at Parades and Through Free HIV Testing Events Across The Country

AIDS Healthcare Foundation (AHF) is proud to commemorate the Martin Luther King Jr. holiday observed on January 15 by participating in MLK parades and hosting free HIV awareness and testing events in more than a dozen U.S. cities across the country, including Los Angeles and San Francisco, CA; Washington, DC; Ft. Lauderdale and Miami, FL; Atlanta, GA; Chicago, IL; Baton Rouge, LA; Dayton and Cleveland, OH; Biloxi and Jackson, MS; Greensboro and Winston-Salem, NC; New York, NY; Columbia and Holly Hill, SC; and Dallas and Ft. Worth, TX.

Gentrification, Charter Schools and the Death of the African American Inner City School

Every day on my way to work I pass by my old elementary school, Shadydale Elementary on Tidwell Rd. It was one of the crown jewels of the North Forest Independent School District that comprised four elementary schools, four middle schools, and two high schools. I remember Shadydale fondly; it was the first place I picked up a pencil to write a story.

From the Classroom to the Stage: Eddie B Takes His Comedy On the Road

Teachers are some of the most underpaid and underappreciated individuals but they are not underproductive. Being that this is the situation of teachers, they naturally have some frustrations, a few complaints, and a lot of headaches about their job. However, there is not an outlet for them to be able to release such aggravation until Eddie B became their voice.

Mayor Turner And 8 Texans Mayors Demand Mask Requirements From Gov. Abbott

Over the past few days Houston has set records and not the good kind. The number of confirmed COVID-19 cases in the city has been on a rise. The Memorial Day weekend and numerous protests have blamed in the spike. Social distancing and wearing masks has proven to be the most efficient way of combating the coronavirus. Governor Greg Abbott confirmed he supports such precautions in a press conference held earlier this week.

Texas Company HumanN Donates $50,000 of Products To Healthcare and Essential Workers

HumanN launches We Are All HumanN to give healthcare and essential workers access to healthy energy enhancing products for free

HumanN, an Austin-based functional food and supplement company, has launched We Are All HumanN, donating $50,000 worth of SuperBeets and Neo40 products to healthcare workers and those on the frontlines fighting COVID-19 around the country as a thank you for all the hard work they are doing. The supplements are being donated to help support overall energy levels of these heroes.

Micro Winery Opens in Missouri City

Winery creates a new experience for Missouri City area residents.

Houston Chef David Cordúa Joins the Stellar Lineup for the 2023 Galveston Island Wine Festival

Moody Gardens is thrilled to announce the participation of esteemed Chef David Cordúa the highly anticipated return of the Galveston Island Wine Festival. This year's festival is being held for the first time since the COVID-19 pandemic and promises to be an exceptional culinary and wine experience, showcasing the talents of Chef Cordúa and a lineup of other esteemed Chef Masterminds alongside fine wines, delectable cuisine, and unforgettable experiences at the Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa, & Convention Center & Attractions.

Traveling with Denella Ri'chard Juneteenth One-Hour Television Special in Partnership With The GreenBook Experience Scheduled to Broadcast in 60 U.S. Markets

Traveling with Denella Ri'chard, the 2023 award-winning television travel show, is thrilled to announce its co-production partnership with The GreenBook Experience to produce the first-ever Juneteenth one-hour television special. The nationally syndicated television show will air in 60 U.S. markets, including Seattle (NBC), Orlando (ABC), Philadelphia (MNT), Washington D.C. (IND), Houston (C.W.), Boston (MNT), Detroit (C.W.), Miami (C.W.) and New Orleans (CBS) reaching an audience of 36 million U.S. television households. The television special will also be available streaming on-demand on GoTraveler and GFNTV.

Fans or no fans? Where some NFL teams stand

The National Football League will kick off its season September 10 with fans in the stands, according to an announcement Monday.

New CRL Research: For-Profit Colleges Promise But Seldom Deliver Gainful Employment

Mounting student debt is a nagging problem for most families these days. As the cost of higher education rises, borrowing to cover those costs often becomes a family concern across multiple generations including the student, parents, and even grandparents or other relatives.

'Ladies Who List' Star, Tiffani Hawes, ESQ., Selects CNBetter Media as Public Relations Agency of Record

Popular reality star, Tiffani Hawes, ESQ., is ready to discuss life after “Ladies Who List,” her legal superpower as #EveryonesFavoriteClosingAttorney as well as new life pursuits in marriage, family

Reality star, Tiffani Hawes, ESQ., has selected CNBetter Media as “Agency of Record” for public relations. Best known as a cast member of the popular reality show, Ladies Who List on the Oprah Winfrey Network, Tiffani is also known as #EveryonesFavoriteClosingAttorney and the successful owner of The Hawes Law Firm, a multi-million dollar legal practice that specializes in residential real estate closings, including home loan closings, refinance closings, real estate contract review and title insurance matters. CNBetter Media will be responsible for managing Tiffani's media relations, securing personal brand partnerships and collaborations, and executing strategic PR campaigns to increase Tiffani's influence, visibility and reach.

Houston Style Magazine Talks Boat Sharing with SailTime

Houston Style Magazine reporter Destany Rainey talked with of SailTail to learn about the newest trend on the water, boat sharing. It is the new sharing economy at sea that allows local families the luxury of boat ownership without the cost and hassle that comes with owning a boat. More middle-class families here are living their dream to sail without going broke. Interview: Evan Macaluso, Director of Operations for SailTime Special Thanks To -Destany Rainey, reporter -Jo-Carolyn Goode, videographer -Evan Macaluso, Director of Operations for SailTime -Matt DeMargel, SailTime

21st Anniversary Gala APAHA Social Recap by Dawn Paul of HSM

APAHA will be celebrating the Asian Pacific/ American Heritage Month in May. The 21st Anniversary Gala was held on Friday May 31, 2013 at Omni Houston Hotel from 6:30pm to 11:00PM. The glamorous gala themed Experience The Wonders of Asia will include dinner, a dazzling fashion show, cultural performances and Asian Bazaar showcasing our kaleidoscope of Asian/Pacific American heritage. Houston Style Magazine's own, Dawn Paul was there on hand to get the "inside scoop!" Check it out here!!

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