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TDECU Encourages Financial Literacy for New College Students
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TDECU, Houston's premier credit union, is excited to welcome college students back to school this fall. College is often the first time young adults experience true financial independence, and this new freedom brings a host of opportunities and responsibilities.
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TSU Center for Justice Research, Baylor College of Medicine, and UTHealth Receive $2.6 Million NIH Grant to Examine Structural Racism and Perinatal Health Disparities
Texas Southern University’s Center for Justice Research, Baylor College of Medicine, and UTHealth McGovern Medical School will receive $2.6 million from the National Institutes of Health to examine perinatal health disparities, with a particular focus on women in Houston’s high-crime and high-incarceration communities.
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American Fiction Wins the 2023 Toronto International Film Festival People’s Choice Award
The people have spoken. Amuse them and there will be acclaim. Hence the bestowing of TIFF’s People’s Choice Award on a screen adaptation that’s fueled by wit, sarcasm and tepid drama.
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George Memorial Library Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month with Aztec Dance Performance
Fort Bend County Libraries’ George Memorial Library will celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with a special live performance, “Danza Azteca Splendor!” on Saturday, September 30, from 11:00 am to 12:00 noon, in the Jodie E. Stavinoha Amphitheater at the library, located at 1001 Golfview in Richmond.
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Michael Imperioli recalls the ‘Goodfellas’ scene that sent him to the hospital
Michael Imperioli sat down with CNN’s Chris Wallace to discuss the iconic actors he met working on the sets of “Goodfellas” and “The Sopranos” – and the scene that sent him to the emergency room.
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The Idea Fund Launches Round 17
The Idea Fund is pleased to announce the seventeenth round of funding for artist-centered projects. The Idea Fund will award a total of $60,000 in Round 17 to artists or collectives in the Greater Houston Area with grants of $5,000 and $2,500 each.
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Commissioner Lesley Briones Kicks Off Hispanic Heritage Month with Community Celebration and Master Plan Workshop at Burnett Bayland Park
First of several heritage events to be held from September 15 - October 15
Commissioner Lesley Briones hosted a community celebration at Burnett Bayland Park in Gulfton Saturday, September 9, marking the start of a series of events throughout Harris County Precinct 4 to honor Hispanic Heritage Month.
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Convicted Rapist Sentenced To 60 Years For 2015 Murder
A 26-year-old Houston man, who was already in prison for raping two women, was sentenced late Wednesday to 60 years in prison for murder, Harris County District Attorney Kim Ogg announced.
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Visit Finn Hall for Tunes and Touchdowns
Houston Sports, Live Music, Karaoke Nights, and an Art Market at Finn Hall
Finn Hall, Downtown Houston’s premiere food hall, is starting the season with fun happenings all month long. Located in the heart of downtown and only a few blocks away from all the action at Minute Maid Park, Finn Hall is the ideal location for discovering new eats and cheering your favorite sports team around the Swallow Nest bar.
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Drake’s Hollywood to Bring its Iconic Golden Era Atmosphere to Houston this Fall
Following Two Mega-Successful Los Angeles Openings, Vandelay Hospitality Group Brings Their Celeb-Loved Martinis to Houstonians
Vandelay Hospitality Group is thrilled to announce its popular concept, Drake’s Hollywood—a lively Hollywood-inspired restaurant and lounge—will open in Houston’s Montrose neighborhood late this November, located at 1100 Westheimer Rd. Additionally, an October date has been set for the opening of the much anticipated Rivers Oaks location for Vandelay’s Hudson House concept. Drake’s and Hudson House have locations in the Highland Park neighborhood of Dallas, and opened in Los Angeles earlier this year—Drake’s in West Hollywood and Hudson House in Beverly Hills.
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Congressman Al Green Recognized in Houston Chronicle Article for Federal Funds to Enhance Safer School Routes
On Wednesday, September 6, 2023, Congressman Al Green was featured in an article written by Houston Chronicle staff writer Dug Begley titled “Rep. Green cheers $2M project to give South Park students safer school routes.
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OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network Announces Dating Series Spin-Off 'Ready to Love: Make a Move'
First Season of READY TO LOVE: MAKE A MOVE Premieres Friday, October 13th, at 8 PM ET/PT -
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Houston Random Acts of Kindness Day, Life Enhancement Services Host Grand Opening of First Student ‘RAK Room’ of the School Year Tomorrow at C. E. King Middle School
Grand Opening, Ribbon Cutting for New Student ‘RAK Room’ at C.E. King Middle School
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HRAK RAK Rooms are specifically tailored for each school with custom incentives for students in all grade levels. Photos: Courtesy of Houston Random Acts of …
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Houston Random Acts of Kindness Day RAK Rooms offer students a diverse range of incentives for demonstrating positive behavior, maintaining academic excellence, and contributing positively …
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ARTcetera Houston Makes a Splash during Childhood Cancer Awareness Month
Live Arts Event to Help Kids with Cancer
Houston’s most talented artists bring their works to life at ARTcetera, a live, interactive fundraiser + auction benefiting pediatric cancer
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Universal Music Group Creates Scholarship Programs with HBCU Medical School
UMG's Task Force for Meaningful Change is working with the HBCU medical schools at Howard University College of Medicine, Morehouse School of Medicine, Meharry Medical College and Charles R. Drew University of Medicine to create scholarships for medical students and continue to widen the Black medical practitioner pipeline.
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The City of Houston and Community Partners Announce Donation Drive to Help the People of Morocco
In the wake of the devastating earthquake that struck Morocco, Houston Mayor Sylvester in collaboration with the Arab American Culture and Community Center and the Moroccan Society of Houston, will host a donation drive this weekend, September 16th and 17th, from 10 AM to 3 PM, to gather essential supplies for those impacted.
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Que Onda Magazine Celebrates 30 Years of Legacy: Marking Three Decades as Houston’s Premier Bilingual Publication
In the heart of 1993, amidst the bustling streets of Houston, Que Onda Magazine was birthed by the visionary Esparza family. Their dream? To craft the most influential Hispanic publication
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Coco Gauff’s Stunning US Open Victory – Houston Revels in Tennis Excellence
In a heart-stopping finale at the US Open, Coco Gauff’s triumphant conquest over Aryna Sabalenka had the entirety of Houston Style Magazine’s sports enthusiasts on the edge of their seats. The sonic boom of cheers reverberated across the stadium, crystallizing a moment where potential met achievement.
