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Mostyn Law to Award $5,000 On Mother's Day to a Deserving Houston Mom
The “5K for Mother’s Day Giveaway” Now Underway with Majic 102.1
Mostyn Law and 1-800-TruckWreck will honor one Houston-area mother with a $5,000 cash gift through an online contest, staged in conjunction with Majic 102.1 (KMJQ-FM/Houston). Houston-area residents are being asked to nominate moms who have exhibited strength, commitment and love for their family throughout the ups and downs experienced in the last year and to describe how this money would positively impact these moms and their families.
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Access Granted: Covering the Cost For Your Meds
Are you able to cover the cost of your meds? It could easily put a dent in your pockets if you are battling major health challenges. Let’s face it: Coming to terms with the fact that you have a lifelong disease can be mentally draining. Trying to figure out how you will be able to afford your medications is an extra layer of stress that can be detrimental to your illness.
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4-in-1 Must-Have Tool For Your Self-Care Routine
Imagine a tool that would allow you to scratch, exfoliate, massage, AND moisturize your whole body… Now there is! Check out bearback’s Ultimate Self-Care Bundle! Available on Amazon (over 3K+ positive reviews) and Walmart!
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Grammy and Academy Award Winner H.E.R. to Star as Belle in ABC’s “Beauty and the Beast” 30th Anniversary Special
According to Variety.com, award-winning musical artist H.E.R. will play Belle in ABC’s upcoming hybrid special celebrating the 30th anniversary of Disney‘s animated musical classic Beauty and the Beast.
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JCSTS Drum Major for Justice MLK Cohort Holds Graduate Certificate Ceremony
Johnson C. Smith Theological Seminary (JCSTS) will host the 2022 Drum Major for Justice Certificate Ceremony for the MLK Cohort on June 12, 2022, at 3:00 p.m. Recognition will be presented to 8 Learning Partners who studied a 5-month curricula inspired by Dr. Martin Luther King’s justice philosophy.
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The trailer for 'Hocus Pocus 2' on Disney+ is here
A first look at the Disney+ original movie "Hocus Pocus 2" is here. The movie, which reunites Bette Midler, Sarah Jessica Parker and Kathy Najimy, is a live-action sequel to the Halloween classic. The trio again play the delightfully wicked Sanderson sisters.
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Upcoming discussion hosted by PVAMU’s Texas Juvenile Crime Prevention Center to focus on raising healthy children in hostile environments
The Texas Juvenile Crime Prevention Center at Prairie View A&M University announced today it will host “Beyond Rage: Raising Healthy Kids in Hostile Climates” on July 12. The virtual discussion will feature sociologist Janice Johnson Dias.
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Jade Novah Joined Star-Studded Cast for Rihanna's Savage X Fenty Vol. 3 Fashion Show On Amazon Prime Video
Releasing New Single "I Just Wanna Know October 1st
Atlanta-based singer, songwriter, actress, model, and all-around presence Jade Novah just performed on Rihanna’s Savage X Fenty Vol. 3 Fashion Show, airing exclusively on Amazon Prime Video now.
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TSU Receives Grant from the Baker Hughes Foundation
Texas Southern University has been selected as one of four Historically Black Colleges and Universities to receive a $125,000 grant from the Baker Hughes Foundation for the 2021-22 academic year. The grants, totaling $800,000, are part of the Foundation’s long-running mission to promote education and opportunity in the communities where Baker Hughes employees live and work. The funds will help provide financial support for a wide variety of scholarships, technological infrastructure, career readiness and curriculum development programs.
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Fall Events at Urban South - HTX
Summer is officially over, but Urban South isn’t slowing down! The Sawyer Yards brewery is hosting a variety of events this fall for Houston beer fans.
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Mobile Police: They Wouldn’t Let Him In, So He Tried to Blow Them Away
Mobile Police say a guy didn’t have the cash to get into a West Mobile club, so he took it out on the bouncer who turned him away.
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Cyclospora cases on the rise in Harris County
The Houston Health Department, Harris County Public Health (HCPH), and the Fort Bend Health & Human Services (FBCHHS) have received reports of an increased number of Cyclospora infections within their jurisdictions and urge people to use caution this summer while cooking and spending time outdoors.
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Houston's 'Holiday in the TRE' Invites Families to Celebrate with Joy and Generosity
Houston Style Magazine is gearing up for its support of the 4th spectacular ‘Holiday in the Tre’ event, a heartwarming tradition that illuminates the joyous season. On December 9th, 2023, from 10 am to 2 pm, Emancipation Park will transform into an enchanting winter wonderland. This much-anticipated, free community gathering, proudly presented by H.E.B, promises an array of festive activities, including an official holiday tree light- ing, engaging live entertainment, and a special kids’ zone that captures the magic of winter.
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Shell Supports the Houston Fire Department's 'Operation Stocking Stuffer' Warms Hearts with Monumental Toy Giveaway
As the sun rose over Houston, the Houston Fire Department's dedicated personnel, affectionately known as 'elves', were already bustling with activity in anticipation of the "Operation Stocking Stuffer" toy giveaway.
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BOX OFFICE BONANZA: 'The Color Purple 'Shines with Record-Breaking $18M On Christmas Day
Marsai holiday season brought a triumphant gift to the movie industry as "The Color Purple" dazzled audiences nationwide, securing an impressive $18 million in box office sales on Christmas Day. This feat marked the most lucrative Christmas opening since 2009 and the second highest in history.
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U.S. Representative Cori Bush Introduces New Bill to Congress Calling for Reparations for Black Americans
According to npr.org, U.S. Rep. Cori Bush (D, Missouri) has introduced new legislation calling for $14 trillion in reparations for Black Americans, in an effort to see the federal government atone and attempt to compensate for the practice of chattel slavery for over 250 years and the generations of racist policies that have followed.
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Sounds of Blackness Introduces Their Single "Woke"
Sounds of Blackness introducing their new single "WOKE." "WOKE" is available worldwide on all digital platforms starting June 16, 2023. “WOKE” COMING IN JUNE FROM THE 3X GRAMMY AWARD-WINNING SOUNDS OF BLACKNESS! SAY IT LOUD I’M “WOKE” AND I’M PROUD!
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Fort Bend County Honors COVID-19 Frontline Workers and Pandemic Partners as Global Health Emergency Ends
Fort Bend County Judge KP George and the Fort Bend County Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) held a ceremony at the Historic Fort Bend County Courthouse to recognize nearly 50 individuals, institutions of learning, organizations, county departments, schools, businesses, nonprofits, and medical facilities for their outstanding contributions to the fight against COVID-19.
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Democrat Lauren Ashley Simmons Announces Campaign for Texas State Representative, District 146
Union organizer and HISD parent advocate is running to unseat Shawn Thierry
Lauren Ashley Simmons, a union organizer and HISD parent advocate, announced her campaign for Texas State Representative, District 146 today. Simmons will run in the Democratic primary election on March 5, 2024, against the incumbent representative, Shawn Thierry.
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Houston AAMA GALA Illuminating Aspiring Minds and Celebrating Progress
Get ready, Houston! As the glitz and glamour of the city’s social calendar unravels, there’s one event that stands out not just for its glitz, but for its golden mission. This year, AAMA (Association for the Advancement of Mexican Americans) invites every soul in our vibrant community to leave an indelible mark on the future of countless budding talents through their annual Illumine Gala.
