Story
Sweet Meets Spicy
Fresh ideas for a fun fiesta menu
There’s no better way to spice up a party than by using unexpected ingredients in fun, flavorful dishes and drinks. For your next fiesta, celebrate a star of the party with sweet and juicy watermelon.
Story
It’s Zero Degrees for Wing Cravings
When it comes to chicken, the wings are usually the parts of the bird that I could pass on, mainly because they are the smallest and least filling part of the chicken. I have seen many social media posts about various wing places in town, but in my opinion, I haven’t read about any particular place in our Metroplex that is serving an exception wing eating experience.
Story
A Lesson in Cultural Math: How Many 6 Inch Tamales Does it Take to Get to Cuba?
It's an uplifting story that demonstrates that humanity has no borders. A young woman from Chico, California comes up with an ingenuous idea to literally cook her way to Cuba after her heart calls her to go to the community of Vinales in order to do service work as part of a Bright Light Volunteers global service learning program.
Story
David Vs Goliath
Rockets small ball lineup faces tough test versus Clippers big men
Tonight’s matchup between the Houston Rockets and Los Angeles Clippers is a must see as it could potentially be a preview of the 2020 Western Conference Finals. Yes, you did read that right. I believe that these two teams may see each other down the line to determine who will represent the Western Conference in the Finals.
Story
Starbucks' newest drink is made with egg-white powder
Starbucks just unveiled its latest coffee drink: The cloud macchiato, made with egg-white powder.
Story
Heights Bier Garten Hosts Hendrick’s Grand Garnisher
In celebration of World Cucumber Day Hendrick’s Gin debuted its Grand Cucumber Garnisher by launching a city-to-city tour throughout the United States. The tour began in New York City and made it to Houston before the end of the year. The motorized cucumber slicing machine is 38 feet long, has a hybrid powertrain, can travel up to 25 miles per hour, and slice up to 18 cucumbers in 60 minutes.
Story
Anderson Cooper and Ina Garten discuss joys of peanut butter and jelly during quarantine
"I have the palate of a five year old," Anderson Cooper tells celebrity chef Ina Garten.
Story
Orange Leaf to Unveil New Design, Offering a Sweet New Experience in Cypress
Fast-growing national froyo franchise to host unveiling celebration with giveaways, face painting and more on May 21
Orange Leaf Frozen Yogurt is turning over a new leaf in Cypress with the debut of an all-new enhanced design at its 12702 Grant Road location.
Story
PVAMU Hosts Award-Winning Artist and Activist Common on Exclusive Book Tour
Prairie View A&M University stands as the sole HBCU on the renowned performer’s nationwide book tour.*
Prairie View A&M University proudly welcomes the multitalented artist, actor, author, and activist Common for an engaging conversation. PVAMU stands as the exclusive HBCU venue on Common's extensive multi-city tour.
Story
Show Technology Announces Inaugural Brazos Home & Garden Show
Home improvement and outdoor living show to commence January 26-28 at The Fort Bend Epicenter
The first ever Brazos Home & Garden Show launches at The Fort Bend Epicenter from January 26-28, 2024. This annual show provides attendees with everything they need to solve their home and garden projects under one roof. Browse the latest in kitchen, bath and flooring, speak face-to-face with home building professionals, sample the newest home technology, envision the outdoor oasis of your dreams, shop home essentials, save money with show-only discounts, have fun with activities for the whole family, and so much more during this one-weekend event.
Story
HCDE Reduces Tax Rate & Increases Services
"During these unprecedented times, I think it is important for residents of Harris County to know that we are in this together," said HCDE Board President Eric Dick. "Many business are struggling due to the coronavirus pandemic. Harris County Department of Education is going to tighten its belt and lead fellow school districts by example."
Story
Rep. Reynolds Joining with Local Teachers, Parents and Medical Professionals Over Growing Concerns On the Reopening of Our Schools
We are just less than a month away from the fall semester of school starting at Fort Bend ISD and other local districts. Online student instruction will begin on August 17, 2020. TEA is then requiring schools to have a phase in transition to full in-class student instruction.
Story
Governor Abbott, HHSC Secure $2.67 Billion In Federal Funding for Texas Hospitals
Governor Greg Abbott and the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) today announced that $2.67 billion in federal funding has been approved to support Texas hospitals that provide care for people receiving Medicaid. This is a $1.07 billion increase from the previous State Fiscal Year (SFY) 2020.
Story
Food Distribution No. 3 for HCDE Head Start Families Supplies Average 20 Meals Per Box
Twenty meals will save a family of four approximately $200. In a third round of food distributions, Harris County Department of Education Head Start and Early Head Start families receive food boxes at designated Head Start Center locations in northeast Harris County.
Story
Representative Garnet F. Coleman Announces Bid for Re-Election
Today, August 20th, Representative Garnet F. Coleman (D-147) released the following statement:
Story
Mayor Turner Issues Statement on the Deaths of Two City of Houston Employees Due to COVID-19
Mayor Sylvester Turner tonight sends his condolences to the families of two City of Houston employees who died this week as a result of COVID-19.
Story
Man dies on Mt. Everest; colleagues raising money to bring body back home
Family and friends are mourning the death of a Glastonbury man who died while climbing Mt. Everest.
Story
Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Named 2020 CarBuzz Awards Winner
Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Recognized In “Save The Planet” Category For Exceptional Fuel Economy and Feature-Packed Driving Experience
Story
Two Nashville HBCUs announce joint accelerated pre-med, dental program
Tennessee State University and Meharry Medical College are working together in an effort to foster more Black physicians and dentists in underserved communities.
Story
The Jazz Houston Youth Orchestra Auditions
July 30 & 31, 2021 – 11:00 am – 5 p.m. St. Mark’s Episcopal Church – 3816 Bellaire Blvd. (77025)
If you are a youth jazz enthusiast, do not miss a chance to be a part of the inaugural year of the foremost Youth Jazz Orchestra in Houston. This Audition-Only Orchestra will be made up of 20 of Houston’s finest young musicians.

