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Mexican Independence Day Fiesta: "Grito" Reenactment, Mariachi, Ballet, and Piñata Fun!
Saturday, Sept. 16 beginning at 11 a.m.
Join Children’s Museum Houston for fiesta, freedom and ballet folklórico as we commemorate Mexico’s “Fiestas Patrias.” On Sept. 15, 1810, Father Miguel Hidalgo climbed atop a church and encouraged people to fight for Mexico’s independence, which was then declared the next day. This “cry” for liberty marks Miguel Hidalgo’s famous “Grito de Dolores,” and it’s celebrated with music, fireworks and parades. Fiestas Patrias marks the Museum’s first of many events during National Hispanic Heritage Month, Sept. 15 to Oct. 15.
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PVAMU Class of 2027: First-Year Student Dominates Toni Morrison Writing Contest
English was not Madi Gentles’ first language. Adopted from Ghana at the age of 3, Gentles, or Queenstar Maa Adjoa at birth, first spoke Twi, a dialect native to the West African country.
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$5 Million in ARPA Funding Invested in Arts and Cultural Organizations
Four months following approval by Houston City Council, 62 Houston Arts & Cultural organizations from across the City learned that their requested funding, up to $100,000, was approved. The Mayor’s Office of Cultural Affairs (MOCA) was able to accomplish this effort in collaboration with Mid-America Arts Alliance, a trusted partner with a track record of helping the city efficiently distribute federal funds within the creative economy.
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City of Houston’s skyline as viewed from the Houston Police Officers Memorial by Jesús Bautista Moroles. Photo by Alex Barber.
Published on September 7, 2023
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City Invites Veterans and Active Duty Military to the 2023 Houston Stand Down
The City of Houston's Office of Veterans and Military Affairs is partnering with local organizations and community members to host the 2023 Houston Stand Down to assist the men and women who have served our country.
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Discovering the Legacy of The Green Book: A Journey Through African American Travel History
Step into history with "The Negro Motorist Green Book" exhibition, a captivating exploration of the iconic guide created in 1936 by Harlem postman Victor Green. This annual publication was a lifeline for African American travelers during the era of Jim Crow, providing in- valuable information on welcoming restaurants, gas stations, department stores, and other businesses. Developed by the Smithsonian Institution Traveling Exhibition Service (SITES) in collaboration with the acclaimed author, photographer, and cultural documentarian, Candacy Taylor, this exhibition is made possible through the generous support of Exxon Mobil Corporation.
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See The Negro Motorist Green Book at the Holocaust Museum of Houston
The fascinating history of The Green Book, an annual guide established in 1936 by Victor Green, a Harlem postman, to assist African American travelers in navigating the challenges of segregation during the Jim Crow era, takes center stage in "The Negro Motorist Green Book."
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New COVID Variant Found in Houston Resident, Fourth Such Case in U.S.
THE VARIANT FIRST EMERGED TWO WEEKS AGO AND HAS SINCE BEEN DETECTED IN SEVERAL COUNTRIES, INCLUDING DENMARK, ISRAEL AND THE UNITED STATES.
A Houston resident has become the fourth person in the country to test positive for the new BA 286 COVID-19 variant. However, experts say, that while the new variant has gotten a lot of attention, it's unlikely it will have more impact than other current COVID-19 variants.
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COUNTDOWN To HOUSTON: The Heir, The Queen, and The Birthday Serenade: An Unforgettable Countdown to Beyoncé’s Renaissance Concert in Houston
Houston, if you’re not yet tingling with excitement, get ready for the buzz of the decade. On September 23, 2023, the stratosphere will vibrate with an energy only the return of our Queen can muster. Beyoncé Giselle Knowles-Carter is coming home for a Renaissance Concert at the NRG Stadium, and Houston Style Magazine—your first-ever window to Queen Bey—is here with exclusive details. Plus, we’ve got a delightful scoop from her recent birthday bash and a nod to the next generation: Blue Ivy.
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LABOR DAY 2023 – Embracing The Spirit Of Unity and Advancement With New CWA President – Claude Cummings, Jr.
Hello to our dedicated Houston Style Mag- azine audience! As we’ve come together on Labor Day 2023, it’s a time of both jubilation and intro- spection. “I feel the gravity of this moment keenly, as it’s my inaugural Labor Day celebra- tion since being elected Pres- ident of the Communications Workers of America (CWA)”Hello to our dedicated Houston Style Magazine audience! As we’ve come together on Labor Day 2023, it’s a time of both jubilation and introspection. “I feel the gravity of this moment keenly, as it’s my inaugural Labor Day celebration since being elected President of the Communications Workers of America (CWA)”.
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Girl Boss Of The Year Award Winner Founder/Host of “Pillow Talk Houston”-Sherice Sheppard pictured with Destiny Stewart of Girl Boss Suites
Published on September 6, 2023
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Houston-area elections office dismantled as contentious Texas law takes effect
The election administrator’s office in Texas’ most populous county – Harris County, which is home to Houston – has been dismantled to comply with a new state law passed by Republican legislators that officially takes effect Friday.
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The election administrator’s office in Texas’ most populous county – Harris County, which is home to Houston – has been dismantled to comply with a …
Published on September 6, 2023
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Travis Scott announces his first tour since the 2021 Astroworld tragedy
Travis Scott is gearing up to again take the stage nearly two years after the Astroworld tragedy, his ill-fated Houston concert that left 10 dead and hundreds injured in 2021.
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What to know about Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton’s impeachment trial
The impeachment trial of Ken Paxton, the Texas attorney general who faces accusations of repeatedly abusing his office to help a donor, is set to begin Tuesday in the state Senate.
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2023 NFL season: everything you need to know ahead of another year of football
Another year, another calendar filled with thrills, spills and a whole lot of touchdowns. The arrival of September means one thing: the NFL is back.
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Summer is nice, but fall is better — for travel
Sure, an escape to the beach or cooler mountain air or the arctic air-conditioning of a museum comes not a moment too soon when summer really starts to heat up.
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AARP Texas Survey: Voters 50+ to Decide Houston’s Next Mayor
A new survey commissioned by AARP Texas revealed that 84% of registered voters who are 50-plus will “very likely” vote in the 2023 Houston Mayoral election. The survey also revealed that 89% of those polled want Houston’s next top city leader to address crime and safety, calling those issues “top priorities” for this powerful voting bloc. Another 75% said jobs and the economy are essential to them. These issues will likely influence voting behavior at the polls in city elections this coming November.
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Harris County Commissioner Lesley Briones leverages $170 million for sustainable infrastructure projects
32 projects across Precinct 4 will move forward because of Places 4 People
Harris County Commissioner Lesley Briones today announced a $170 million dollar investment in sustainable infrastructure projects. These projects will improve access to parks, alleviate flooding, close critical connectivity gaps, and increase public safety.
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Union Pacific Mobilizes Community Support for Groundbreaking Soil Testing Initiative in Houston's Fifth Ward
Proactive Testing Initiative Unveiled as Union Pacific Reinforces Its Long-Term Dedication to Community Transparency and Safety
Union Pacific Railroad has escalated its commitment to ensuring a healthy and sustainable future for residents of Houston’s Fifth Ward by unveiling a comprehensive soil sampling program. Collaborating with esteemed organizations like the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), City of Houston, Harris County, and Bayou City Initiative (BCI), the railroad giant aims to gather crucial data on soil conditions near the former Houston Wood Preserving Works (HWPW) site, an area already benefitting from Union Pacific's rigorous remediation efforts.
