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What arrest of ex-cop in Houston shows about danger of conspiracy theories
On October 19, two weeks before Election Day, a retired police captain in Texas allegedly ran his SUV into the back of an air conditioning repairman's vehicle, when the man stepped out, he pointed a gun at him, forced him to the ground and put his knee on the repairman's back, according to Houston police.
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Knights of Peter Claver & Ladies Auxiliary 35th Banquet
Photography by Jasmine Sims - The Knights of Peter Claver was founded over 100 years …
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It was a Jolly-filled Night at Joy to the World!
The Bayou City Performing Arts presented Joy to the World, a holiday concerto commemorating 40 fabulous seasons. It was a special night featuring the Gay Men’s Chorus of Houston and the Bayou City Women’s Chorus held on National Worlds Aids Day. It celebrated inclusivity, diversity, and the spirit of Christmas while reflecting on the worldwide AIDS crisis and how we still have much too accomplished with awareness and prevention.
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Animal Lovers Gather for Themed Brunch and Pet Fashion Show
On Saturday, February 8, 2020 from 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., philanthropic animal lovers will gather at the Hotel Zaza in Houston’s Museum District for the 7th annual Wags and Whiskers, formerly the Best Friends Brunch, benefiting Interfaith Ministries for Greater Houston’s Animeals program. The “On Broadway” themed event will feature a pet fashion show, silent auction, and more!
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Wells Fargo to Host Holiday Mobile Pop-Up Food Bank at Discovery Green
Wells Fargo and Feeding America are joining together to fight hunger this holiday season. Wells Fargo is hosting a holiday mobile pop-up food bank at Discovery Green as part of its second annual Holiday Food Bank Program. Community members can stop by the pop-up to donate non-perishable food items that will benefit the Houston Food Bank.
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The Human Rights Campaign Endorses Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner for Re-Election
Today, the Human Rights Campaign (HRC), the nation’s largest lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer (LGBTQ) civil rights organization announced its endorsement of Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner’s bid for re-election.
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NFL Veteran Whitney Mercilus Adopts Lamar Fleming Middle School to Kick Off His Life Skills Program for Special Needs Students
Remodeled Kitchen unveiled for students
Whitney Mercilus and the WithMerci Foundation have adopted Houston Independent School District’s Lamar Fleming Middle School Special Needs Department to launch a Life Skills program. Mercilus will hold a press conference on Tuesday, October 19th at 11 A.M. at Lamar Fleming Middle School (4910 Collingsworth | Houston, TX 77026). Mercilus will be joined by several WithMerci board members (NBA Legend Mario Elie, Original Texan Chester Pitts, HLSR Sheri Reed); Principal Bruce of Lamar Fleming Middle School; Yolanda Rodriguez, Assistant Superintendent; Rick Cruz, Deputy Superintendent and Alecia Bell, School Support Officer.
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Terminally Ill Teen Dies Days After Chat With Beyoncè
A terminally ill teen from Houston, Texas sadly lost her battle with cancer just days after talking with her musical hero Beyoncè, reports The Associated Press.
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Houston Rapper Z-RO Faces Misdemeanor Charge In Just Brittany Assault Case
Houston rappers "Just Brittany" and "Z-RO" made an appearance in court concerning the aggravated assault case she filed against him. "Just Brittany’s,” whose real name is Brittany Bullock, attorney Lisa Bloom wasted no time correcting an earlier report that "Z-RO," whose real name is Joseph McVey, has been cleared of all criminal charges.
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Astros Hire Jose Espada as Bench Coach
Powell hired as hitting coach for San Francisco Giants
The Houston Astros have named Joe Espada as their bench coach. The announcement was made by Astros General Manager Jeff Luhnow.
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Harris County DA: Fertitta offers $25K reward in shooting death of Arlene Alvarez
A Harris County Grand Jury on Tuesday declined to indict Tony Earls in the fatal shooting of 9-year-old Arlene Alvarez, announced District Attorney Kim Ogg.
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African American Mayors Conference 2019
Photography by Vicky Pink - For the first time Houston hosted the annual African American …
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Cooking Up Cocktails
In celebration of the upcoming release of ALMOST CHRISTMAS, Houston area members of Delta Sigma …
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81st South Central Regional Conference of AKA
Photography by South Central Communications - On March 21-24, 2013, Houston Style Magazine was on …
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A Golden Partnership for Youth Athletics Amateur Athletic Union Track and Field and Carl Lewis Announce Innovative Collaboration
On Tuesday, May 9th, the Amateur Athletic Union (AAU) and Carl Lewis’ The Perfect Method (TPM) announced an exciting agreement designed to solve an urgent problem in youth athletics today. The two entities believe that by leveraging their respective brands together, they will optimize the opportunity to offer coaches and young athletes the tools to maximize performance and reach their athletic potential.
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Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Houston’s Family Wellness Check-In Program provides valuable information about Club families during COVID-19 health crisis
The Family Wellness Check-In Program, implemented by Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Houston (BGCGH) in mid-March, has yielded valuable information for the nonprofit to better assist Club families during the COVID-19 health crisis. BGCGH staff began checking in with Club families via phone calls the week of March 16, focusing on immediate needs related to shelter, food and medical care. To date, 5,241 families have been contacted, with more than 1,000 families to be called in the coming week.
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Houston native awarded Arctic Service Ribbon for NATO exercise
Petty Officer 1st Class Alexander Mai, a Houston native, was recently recognized while serving with U.S. Navy assigned to Commander, U.S. Second Fleet, deployed to Norway in support of NATO exercise Steadfast Defender 2024.
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Houston Ballet Nutcracker Market Spring Adapts to COVID-19 Cancellation With Virtual 2020 Spring Nutcracker Marketplace
The Houston Ballet Nutcracker Market SPRING, cancelled due to concerns around the development of the coronavirus (COVID-19), announces shoppers can now participate in an online market featuring many of the same merchants who were scheduled to appear at the event. Running March 25 through April 30, Nutcracker Market will host Virtual 2020 SPRING Nutcracker Marketplace via Facebook, providing both an opportunity for the shop owners to sell their merchandise and for shoppers to support these small businesses.
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Whole Foods Market 365® Independence Heights Opens on August 22
Whole Foods Market 365 opened its first store in Houston and tenth store nationwide on Wednesday, August 22, 2018. The 30,000-square foot store is located at 101 North Loop West in Independence Heights.
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La Vie Style House to Open Second Store in Houston
La Vie Style House is continuing their growth with a second store, set to open in Houston’s River Oaks District. The store – located at F130 River Oaks District – boasts 1,300 square-feet in varying shades of the brand’s signature pink. The new store, which is a natural extension and next step for La Vie Style House, is poised to open on Friday, October 15, 2021.
