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New Yates HS to Offer Unparalleled 360-degree Views of Houston
When construction of the new Yates High School is complete next year, it will offer unparalleled views of the city with Downtown Houston to the north, Texas Medical Center to the south, and the Galleria to the west.
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“Go-To” Black Voice Expands Into Missouri City
The Greater Houston Black Chamber (GHBC) and Ft. Bend County Commissioner Grady Prestage will host the Kickoff Meeting of the Missouri City Branch of the GHBC and share results of the Texas Southern University commissioned “Missouri City Business Needs Assessment,” Tuesday, July 25th from 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m., at the Fort Bend County Sienna Annex Building located at 5855 Sienna Springs Way, Missouri City, TX 77459. A reception will be held immediately following the event at B’s Wine Bar located at 8770 HWY 6, Suite 300.
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Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee Welcomes H-E-B and Commends H-E-B For its Job Fair in Cuney Homes
For over a hundred years, the H-E-B Grocery Company has been a mainstay of Texas and Houston. This business—which began as a family business—has helped feed Houston. It has been constantly recognized as one of the best places to work. Indeed, it has earned this distinction from such vaunted employment search companies as Indeed and Glass Door. The company Comparably has deemed H-E-B as one of the best places to work for a woman. So, it is clear from these accolades that a career with H-E-B would be beneficial for anyone who is hired by them.
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Houston native supports versatile missions while serving at U.S. Navy Helicopter Squadron
Ensign Sabrina Briggs, a native of Houston, Texas, supports versatile missions while serving at Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 3.
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The Prairie View Retired Teachers presents a Conversation with Paula Harris
The Prairie View Retired Teachers and School Personnel Association, Ann Preston Unit presents “A Conversation with Paula Harris” for its Black History Program on February 9, 2023 at 1:00 p.m. in the Julius W. Becton Auditorium, A. I. Thomas Administration Hall at Prairie View A&M University. Others on the panel discussion are Kennedy Dent, Senior, Chemical Engineering, Prairie View A&M University, Torrence Ross, Jr., Hempstead High School and Troy Hubbard II, Waller High School. The theme is: “Honoring Our Past, Celebrating Our Present and Pursuing Our Future.”
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The Ensemble Theatre to be recognized by the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette and the August Wilson Estate during run of “Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom”
The Ensemble Theatre celebrates its 30-year revival of August Wilson’s Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom, directed by Eileen J. Morris with Opening Night and Media Reception, Thursday, May 10, 2018, 6:30 p.m. 3535 Main Street, Houston, TX 77002.
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Entertainment Industry Leaders Partner with MPAC to Cultivate Opportunities in Television in Houston
MPAC welcomes representatives from WeTV, TVOne, Warner Bros. Worldwide Television, Will Packer Television, some of television’s most popular shows, along with local journalists and other major players
Mack Performing Arts Collective (MPAC) welcomed aspiring media leaders, including local high school students and teachers, on February 17th for a two-day TV Forum examining television broadcast and digital content from development to distribution. The event, which is free for high schoolers, is part of the organization’s “It’s a Wrap” education program, and was held at the University of Houston. It is designed to empower individuals who aspire to work in the television industry, giving them access to knowledge, skills, invaluable contacts and greater confidence.
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Texans Join Historic BBQ Restaurant Grand Opening and Food Challenge
Houston Texans join the 5-Pound Challenge
Houston staple and iconic Third Ward smokehouse, Ray's Real Pit BBQ Shack kick-offs Memorial Day weekend with a Grand-Opening celebration and the launch of their first BBQ Food Challenge! This celebration and 5-pound smoked enthused eating competition is slated for Saturday, May 26, 2018 at 10:30 a.m. outside of their new location, 3929 Old Spanish Trail | Houston, TX. 77021.
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'Bobby Brown' puts new spin on BET edition of his story
After a pair of major documentaries and a Lifetime TV movie devoted to the late Whitney Houston, "The Bobby Brown Story" -- based on his autobiography -- feels a bit like a reclamation project, one that puts a more Brown-friendly spin on the couple's history. That doesn't invalidate a BET miniseries that offers lots of music and doses of nostalgia, but it feels more like an old (and at times self-serving) edition, not a new one.
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Adopt a Shelter Pet Day is April 30
Best Friends in Houston has teamed up with shelter partners throughout the greater Houston community for a citywide adoption event celebrating National Adopt a Shelter Pet Day on April 30.
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20 Days in Mariupol: A Gripping Documentary and Panel Discussion Event
In an impactful collaboration, FotoFest, Holocaust Museum Houston, and the Institute for Global Engagement at the University of Houston proudly present the Texas premiere of "20 Days in Mariupol." This visceral documentary, directed by Pulitzer Prize recipient and Ukrainian photojournalist Mstyslav Chernov, captures the harrowing experiences of journalists covering the devastation of Mariupol, Ukraine.
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Council Members Call for Special Council Meeting
A special City Council Meeting was called by Council Members Brenda Stardig, Greg Travis, Michael Kubosh, Martha Castex-Tatum, and Dwight Boykins to hear a resolution for Mayor Turner to honor petitions signed by Houstonians and certified by the City Secretary.
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Houston Texans Founder, Senior Chairman & CEO Robert C. McNair Passes Away
Houston Texans Founder, Senior Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Robert C. McNair passed away on Friday, November 23, 2018 at the age of 81. He is survived by his wife, Janice, sons, Cal and Cary, daughters, Ruth and Melissa, 15 grandchildren (10 granddaughters, five grandsons) and two great grandsons.
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Houston Entrepreneurs Organization, Jim McVaugh, McVaugh Custom Homes is Texas’ Only Residential Builder to Win the Industry’s Highest Honor, a Gold Award.
The Royal Oaks Courtyard Villa’s serve as Houston's premiere modern, guard-gated, luxury single-family development. The Courtyard Villas is Texas’ first ever fully LEED certified community and is a combination of the latest and greatest in modern home building. Located just 6.5 miles from the Galleria, this community offers the ultimate in luxury and affordability.
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Melinda Spaulding Chevalier named VP for public affairs at Rice
Melinda Spaulding Chevalier, an Emmy Award-winning communicator, brand strategist, crisis management expert and community affairs leader, has been named Rice University’s next vice president for public affairs.
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TGI Coalition Member Tatyana Ali Speaks on Going Green
Houston Style Magazine Reporter Trevior Mays( @kingtrevior ) spoke with the amazing actress Tatyana Ali about joining Toyota's support of sustainability by joining the Toyota Green Initiative Coalition. To usher in the 2014 Toyota SWAC Basketball Tournament, Toyota hosted the TGI Coalition Mixer to celebrate the tournament. The TGI Coalition is a collection of celebrities and environmental experts who speak on relevant ways to go green. Tatyana Ali ( @tatyanaAli ) is known for role as Ashley Banks in the legendry sitcom "Fresh Prince of Bel-Air". Additionally, Tatyana released an EP entitled Hello on ITunes. To find out more information on the TGI Coalition and Toyota's Sustainability efforts,
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EPA Environmental Justice Screening
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Mayor's Media Holiday Party
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Phi Slama Jama Reception
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HCDE Board of Trustees Appreciation Reception
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