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ACT-SO Programs and Events to Open Convention Week
Cornelius Smith Jr. to Host ACT-SO Competition at 108th National Convention in Baltimore
The NAACP’s 108th Annual Convention begins with the NAACP ACT-SO (Academic, Cultural, Technical and Scientific Olympics for high school students) final competition and awards. Hosted by Cornelius Smith Jr., an ACT-SO alum and star of ABC’s Scandal, this year, 700 of the nation’s top students will vie for laptops and college scholarships in the 39th annual ACT-SO competitions themed “Victory in Everything”. ACT-SO includes 32 competitions in STEM, humanities, business, and performing, visual and culinary arts. Almost 300,000 young people have participated in the program since its inception in 1978.
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The Story of King Josiah
Feature Film a Highlight of Houston Convention
The account of young King Josiah, found in the Bible, is a compelling story for both children and adults today. As a boy, Josiah becomes the king of Israel and almost immediately faces threats to his kingship. Does he give in to the bad influences or does he stand up for what he knows to be right? Josiah’s story is brought to life in this year’s feature film at the "Love Never Fails"! International Convention of Jehovah’s Witnesses.
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City of Houston welcomes visitors and encourages safety for College Football Playoff National Championship events
The City of Houston welcomes football fans and visitors to the 2024 College Football Playoff National Championship events and encourages all attending to stay informed and stay safe.
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Texas Legislative Black Caucus Statement Condemning TEA Takeover of HISD
"This is an overreach by the state on this academic issue and will be a total loss of local control over the education of over 194,000 students at 276 campuses. Ultimately, we need to be focusing on the best ways to help serve our students and teachers, and taking the helm of HISD is not the best way to move forward. The Texas Legislative Black Caucus completely condemns"
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Mayor Sylvester Turner Announces The National Nonpartisan Conversation On Voter Rights
Two–Day Event Will Take Place In Houston, Texas
Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner will host the National Nonpartisan Conversation on Voter Rights alongside five leading mayors from across the country, including Michael Hancock (Denver, CO), Acquanetta Warren (Fontana, CA), David Holt (Oklahoma City, OK), Regina Romero (Tucson, AZ), and John Giles (Mesa, AZ).
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This is the world's happiest country
Reindeer jerky, anyone? Finland is the happiest country in the world, according to the latest World Happiness Report.
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H-E-B Acquires Property at Meyerland Plaza
95,000 sq. ft., two-story store slated for Fall 2019
H-E-B has finalized an agreement with Fidelis Realty Partners to develop a 95,000 sq. ft., two-story location in the northwest corner of Meyerland Plaza. The store will house a parking structure, BBVA Compass Bank and an elevator vestibule on the lower level, with exceptional shopping situated on the second floor which will be connected to neighboring JC Penney via sky bridge.
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HMAAC Is Pleased to Celebrate CEO John Guess, Jr.’s Honorary Degree of Humane Letters from the Johns Hopkins University
On May 25, 2023 the Houston Museum of African American Culture CEO John Guess, Jr. was awarded an Honorary Degree of Humane Letters from the Johns Hopkins University (JHU). Guess, who was cited as a Businessman, Social Advocate and Arts Patron, was joined by six other honorees that grew to a total of eight when surprise Johns Hopkins Commencement speaker Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy became an Honorary degree recipient.
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Amanda Edwards’ Runoff Election Night Party
Photography by Vicky Pink - On Saturday, December 12, 2015, Houston Style Magazine was on …
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Governor Abbott Names Chair And Appoints Six To Texas Board Of Occupational Therapy Examiners
Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Blanca Cardenas and Karen Gardner and reappointed DeLana Honaker, Ph.D. to the Texas Board of Occupational Therapy Examiners for terms set to expire on February 1, 2023. Additionally, the Governor reappointed Stephanie Johnston, O.T.D., Sally Harris King, and Pamela Nelon for terms set to expire February 1, 2021. The Governor named Johnston presiding officer of the board. The board licenses and regulates occupational therapy services in the state of Texas.
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Astros open homestand with an outstanding pitching performance by Urquidy
The Houston Astros found some familiar territory on Tuesday at Minute Maid park by defeating the Texas Rangers by a score of 4-1 in the first game of the final homestand for Houston this season. With the win the Astros climb back to .500 with a 24-24 record and are still in second place in the A.L. West with the playoffs near.
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Astros game against the Oakland A’s gets postponed due to positive test results from the A’s organization
On Sunday the Houston Astros had its fourth game postponed in less than a week. The organization was alerted around 1am early Sunday morning that a member of the Oakland A’s organization had tested positive for COVID-19. Houston and Oakland played a doubleheader on Saturday to make up for the postponed game on Friday when both teams decided not to play to protest social injustice in America.
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Space Center Boulevard Concrete Panel Replacement Weekend Planned Work
On Saturday, February 25 and Sunday, February 26, the City of Houston's Public Works and Engineering Department will replace deteriorated pavement panels at El Dorado Boulevard and Space Center Boulevard. During the weekend construction, the outside eastbound lane will be closed on Space Center Boulevard. Additionally on El Dorado Boulevard, the inside lanes will be closed in each direction (northbound and southbound) approaching Space Center Boulevard.
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Black Enterprise Executive to Address African American Community
The Greater Houston Black Chamber (GHBC) will host its monthly 2nd Tuesdays with the Chamber luncheon on Tuesday, April 11, 2017, from 11:30 am 1:00 pm at Buffalo Soldiers Museum where Black Enterprise Senior Vice President / Executive Editor-at-Large will speak and moderate a panel of BE 100s companies.
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Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee Announces Opening of Disaster Recovery Center in Northeast Houston
Jackson Lee: “This Disaster Recover Center will serve the vital needs of residents impacted by Hurricane Harvey, seeking to recover from the catastrophe and get their lives back on track.”
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Amanda Edwards Hits Campaign Trail Running: Over $600K Raised in 11 Days for Texas' 18th Congressional District Race!"
🚀Quick Catch Up: Former Houston City Council Member, Amanda Edwards, running for Texas' 18th Congressional District, has announced her campaign raised over $600K within just 11 days of her declaration on June 19, 2023. Looks like she's off to a strong start in her quest to succeed Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee who has her sights on the Houston Mayor's role.
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The Knowles-Rowland House Rebuilding Ceremony
Officials have become the rebuilding process of the Knowles-Rowland House.
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Third Ward on Tap Reclaims Community Space with the Revitalization of the Columbia Tap Trail
An HHA project aimed at providing safe, sustainable, and positive space for families and community members, while preserving the integrity and longevity of the historic Third Ward
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Grammy® Award Winning Houston Chamber Choir announces new, inspirational 2020-2021 virtual season, To Everything a Season
The Grammy® Award-winning Houston Chamber Choir, under the direction of Founder and Artistic Director Robert Simpson, is proud to announce its new, inspirational 2020-2021 virtual season, To Everything a Season. The Houston Chamber Choir Digital Stage kicks off Nov. 22 and includes five customized and heartfelt concert videos created to remind audiences that even in difficult times like these, beauty and joy can be found throughout the changing seasons of our lives.
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Harmony Public Schools South & West Texas Districts Earn “A” Rating in New TEA Accountability Ratings
Harmony Public Schools Houston South and West Districts has earned an “A” in the Texas Education Agency’s first accountability ratings since the COVID pandemic began.
