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PVAMU Announces Outstanding Spring 2023 Graduates
Earning a college degree is a challenging task. Earning a degree during a once-in-a-lifetime pandemic makes this statement even more valid.
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HCTX Voting: Elevating Election Excellence – Teneshia Hudspeth Empowers Election Clerks for November 7, 2023
In a dazzling display of proactive leadership, Teneshia Hudspeth, the indefatigable Harris County Clerk, orchestrated a momentous event earlier today. With unwavering determination and unwavering resolve, she deputized a cadre of diligent election clerks, setting the stage for a seamlessly executed transition and avert any potential disruptions or delays in the intricate choreography of the forthcoming November 7, 2023, election.
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Purpose Toys Announces Expansion of Popular Naturalistas Doll Line with Fade Collection
A line of contemporary "cultural action figures" that celebrate Black barber culture and the global influence of Black American male style
DeeDee Wright-Ward, creator of viral NATURALISTAS Natural Hair Fashion Dolls and CEO of Purpose Toys (the nation's largest and most widely distributed Black-owned CULTURE-driven international toy company, and leader in natural hair products and CULTURE-driven products for kids) announces the expansion of their flagship line NATURALISTAS, with the forthcoming release of their latest brand, "FADE COLLECTION"!
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City offers free downloadable Accessory Dwelling Unit design plans
ADU | HOU Design Contest Concludes with Free Downloadable ADU Plans
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Alliance Wellness Clinic Receives $750,000 Grant to Launch Innovative Domestic Violence Intervention Initiative
Project focused on potential harm doers to stop violence before it happens awarded grant on behalf of the Mayor’s Office of Human Trafficking and Domestic Violence
The Alliance was recently awarded $750,000 of grant funding from the City of Houston Mayor’s Office of Human Trafficking and Domestic Violence (MOHTDV) to design, execute, and administer an evidence-based, preventive, domestic violence intervention program. The MOHTDV’s goal is to provide funding for projects that are innovative, culturally competent, and focused on intervening in communities of color and ethnic minorities when it comes to preventing domestic violence.
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Bee Busy Wellness Center: A Beacon of Health and Community Support in Houston, Texas
In the heart of Houston, Texas, Bee Busy Wellness Center stands as a beacon of health, wellness, and community support. Founded in 2009, this non-profit organization has provided comprehensive health- care services, education, and resources to underserved communities without regard to ability to pay.
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Houston Embraces the Spirit of Giving with AAMA at The Cristina Project’s Annual Charity Event
On a sunny spring morning in Houston, the bustling activities at The Gonzalez Law Group's premises painted a picture of a community united for a noble cause. March 9th, 2024 marked the fourth annual 'Give a Bag, Get A Bag' event organized by The Cristina Project, a testament to Houston’s unwavering spirit of generosity and community service.
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Trump is on the defense as he prepares for expected 2024 announcement
Should Donald Trump announce his third presidential bid on Tuesday, as is widely expected, he will begin the next phase of his political career under siege.
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Manu Ginobili Receives Standing Ovation In What Could Be His Last Game
Ginobili says he'll take his time deciding if he wants to retire.
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Trump Dismisses Papadopoulos as 'low-level volunteer' But Once Touted Him
President Donald Trump on Tuesday sought to downplay the indictments of former top campaign aides even calling one of his campaign advisers, who pleaded guilty to making a false statement to the FBI, a "low-level volunteer."
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Youngest person to die from COVID-19 in Nashville couldn’t afford health insurance
Darius Settles had a lot - a young son, a wife, a promising small business designing custom suits. What he didn’t have was health insurance.
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Derek Chauvin to be sentenced Thursday on federal charges
Former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin, already jailed on state murder charges for his role in the death of George Floyd, will learn his federal sentence Thursday when he appears in a US District Court.
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Texas Game Warden Timothy Walker Receives Prestigious SEAFWA Officer of the Year Award
Texas Game Warden Timothy Walker has earned the distinguished Southeastern Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies (SEAFWA) Officer of the Year award, a testament to his exceptional dedication and contributions to conservation law enforcement. The accolade was officially conferred during the Texas Parks and Wildlife (TPWD) Commission meeting held in January.
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Jerry Rodriguez: A Local Voice for Positive Change in the Harris County Constable Precinct 5 Race
As early voting approaches on February 20th, anticipation builds for the Texas Democratic and GOP Primaries on Super Tuesday, March 5th. A vast array of positions from the President to local constables will be on the ballot, but one race, in particular, is drawing attention in Harris County: the Constable Pct. 5 race, where after 40 years of dedicated service, Ted Heap is stepping down, and Sergeant Jerry Rodriguez steps forward as a candidate.
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Covid-19 deaths have dropped below 1,000 a day as summer surge tails off
Declines in the average number of daily Covid-19 deaths and in new cases indicate that the virus' summer surge through the US is waning.
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Thousands Trying to Get Out of Atlanta After Lights Went Out at Hartsfield Airport
There were people still sleeping on the floor the day after a power outage shut down operations at the Atlanta airport, but long ticket and security lines were moving -- albeit slowly -- as normalcy began returning to the world's busiest airport Monday.
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Comcast Business Launches Webinar Series to Support Businesses of All Sizes
Comcast and industry experts explore critical topics facing today’s business community
As individuals and organizations around the world respond to and work to respond to the pandemic, it is important for businesses to stay connected to information. The top priority of any business should be protecting the health of customers and employees, while continuing to provide the best service possible.
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3D gun plans website suspends downloads after court ruling
A gun rights group that has posted plans for 3D guns blocked downloads from its website on Tuesday after a federal judge sided with states that argued the postings could help criminals and terrorists manufacture such weapons.
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How to help your kids get enough sleep, especially during the Covid pandemic
Getting enough sleep was tough even before the pandemic. With disrupted routines, extra screen time and the incredible amount of stress most people face now, sleep routines seem to have gone quickly but quietly downhill. And from what I'm seeing in my child psychiatry practice — kids are suffering especially hard.
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What is monkeypox, and how can you stay safe as it spreads?
As a global outbreak of monkeypox continues to grow, public health officials are stressing the importance of education in fighting the virus.
