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Jurassic World: The Exhibition Roars into Houston, Texas, opening March 8, 2024 for a Limited Engagement at Katy Mills
Pre-Sale Ticket Waitlist Now Open at Jurassicworldexhibition.com
The award-winning Jurassic World: The Exhibition set to open in Houston on March 8, 2024, has now become one of the fastest selling exhibitions in history since its launch, and has welcomed over 8 million visitors. After touring cities around the world including London, San Diego, Denver, Dallas, Chicago, Philadelphia, Paris, Madrid, Seoul, Chengdu, Guangzhou, Shanghai, Toronto, Atlanta, Sydney, Cologne and Berlin, this global sensation makes its return to Texas.
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Solid Waste Management Collection and Facility Schedule for Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday 2024
January 9, 2024: In observance of the City of Houston's approved holiday, Monday, January 15, 2024, collection services will be interrupted during Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday. Below you will find a list of closures for facilities and administration and updates to curbside recycling services.
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Renowned HGTV Celebrity Egypt Sherrod Headlines Family-Centric Houston Home & Garden Show
The highly anticipated Houston Home and Garden Show returns with an exceptional blend of inspiration, expertise, and community engagement, featuring HGTV's Egypt Sherrod, a diverse array of vendors specializing in home and garden projects, a lush plant market by PlantCon International, adoptable pets from the Houston Humane Society, insights from Gardening for Dummies, and captivating stage presentations. This premier event will take place at NRG Park from February 2-4, 2024.
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Houston Developer, Roberto Contreras, Heads Home for First Local Hotel Project
Meet Roberto Contreras, a visionary Developer and CEO of Texas-based DC Partners, making waves in his hometown with the unveiling of Thompson Houston, the city’s newest and most stylish hotel in February 2024.
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Feed the Soul Foundation Hosts First-Ever Global Culinary Conference on Business Development
Renowned Chefs & Culinary Experts Host Sessions during Two-Day 'Boost Camp' Platform to Educate Culinary Entrepreneurs on Successful Business Operations & Strategies
According to James Beard Foundation's 2023 Industry Report, 53% of culinary business owners experienced lowered profits this year and challenges around rising food and labor costs have severely impacted profit margins, menu and content pricing since 2022. In its third year of service, Feed the Soul Foundation, a national nonprofit that continues to provide financial relief and business development solutions for culinary businesses, will host its first-ever Global Culinary Conference.
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Norway parliament approves highly controversial deep sea mining
Norway could become the first country in the world to push ahead with deep sea mining after it voted Tuesday to open its waters for exploration, provoking an outcry from environmental groups.
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Girl Scouts of San Jacinto Council Unveils Highly Anticipated Cookie Season
Girl Scouts of San Jacinto Council is excited to announce the official start of Girl Scout cookie season on Feb. 10, 2024, and cookie fanatics can expect to see cookie booths in their communities on Feb. 16.
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Legacy Houston Latino Nonprofit Organization Announces Dr. Adolfo Melara as Chief Executive Officer
Today, AAMA – the Association for the Advancement of Mexican Americans – announced significant senior leadership changes while celebrating its expansion to Houston's Northside and the addition of a K-5 STEM Dual Language Academy to George I. Sanchez Charter Schools. Dr. Adolfo Melara steps in as the new Chief Executive Officer, while Daisy Morales steps down from her role as Interim CEO. In addition to assuming the role of CEO, Dr. Melara will continue as President and Superintendent of George I. Sanchez Charter Schools.
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The Equality of Opportunity vs. Outcomes Argument Doesn’t Add Up
The debate surrounding Equality of Opportunity vs. Equality of Outcomes has intensified, with affirmative action programs often at the center, labeled as "reverse discrimination." The year 2023, of a surety, was a monumental one as the decision on this hotly debated issue made headlines, but what does it look like for 2024, and for the future of our country? It is critically important that we consider what comes next, and act.
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Mary J. Blige to Receive Entertainment Icon Honor at 2024 "Urban One Honors"
Event Films on Saturday, January 20, at The Coca-Cola Roxy in Atlanta, GA
Today, Urban One announced that GRAMMY™ and EMMY Award-winning singer, OSCAR®-nominated actress and legendary Queen of Hip Hop Soul, Mary J. Blige, will be recognized as the prestigious Entertainment Icon Honoree at “URBAN ONE HONORS.” The two-hour “URBAN ONE HONORS: Best in Black” event premieres during Black History Month on Sunday, February 25, 2024 at 8p/7c, on TV One and simulcast on CLEO TV.
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Mary J. Blige_Photo Credit: Will Sterling
Published on January 9, 2024
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The new FAFSA: What you need to know to get financial aid for college
There’s one form prospective and current college students must submit in order to receive federal financial aid, and it looks a lot different than in prior years.
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Urban South Houston Hosts First Annual Charity Chili Cook-off on February 3
During challenging times, charity chili cook-off funds provide support to the Herrin Family
Located in a city known for its diverse culinary scene and community spirit, Urban South HTX proudly announces its inaugural Charity Chili Cook-off, set to take place on Saturday, February 3, 2024, from 1-6 pm. This event will be a flavorful feast and an opportunity to rally together to support a local family facing unimaginable challenges.
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Houston Mayor John Whitmire and City Controller Chris Hollins
Published on January 9, 2024
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AAMA Announces Leadership Transition and Educational Advancements, Dr. Adolfo Melara Assumes CEO Role
AAMA, the Association for the Advancement of Mexican Americans, reveals significant leadership changes and expansion into Houston's Northside.
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Explosion at historic Fort Worth hotel injures 21, covers streets in debris
Twenty-one people were injured Monday as a result of a gas explosion at a historic downtown Fort Worth hotel, according to police.
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Man who attacked a Nevada judge is sentenced by that same judge to prison for separate incident
A man who was seen on video jumping and attacking a judge sitting behind a bench in Clark County, Nevada, last week was back in court Monday and was sentenced by the same judge for a separate incident.
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A defendant in a Las Vegas courtroom dove over the desk to attack Clark County Judge Mary Kay Holthus. Mandatory Credit: Clark County Clerks
Published on January 9, 2024
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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!"
