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HISD partners with Houston Food Bank for second mass food distribution site on Saturday at NRG

The Houston Independent School District is partnering with the Houston Food Bank to organize a second mass food distribution site on Saturday, April 25 from 4 to 7 p.m. at NRG Stadium.

Whitmire's Vision for a Thriving Houston

John Whitmire has firmly set his sights on "Revitalizing Houston," echoing his commitment from the campaign's inception on November 15 last year, through to his triumphant declaration of victory. His words resonated with conviction in the packed hall of George R. Brown Convention Center, where he announced, "Great cities accomplish great things. My focus is on enhancing safety and infrastructure – expect more officers on our streets and tangible improvements in our community's well-being."

New Alief-David M. Henington Regional Library Grand Opening

Please join Mayor Sylvester Turner, city council members, and other dignitaries and community members for the Grand Opening and Open House at its new location in the Alief Neighborhood Center, located at 11903 Bellaire Boulevard, Houston, TX 77072, on Saturday, January 14, 11:00am – 2:00 pm.

Bed Bath & Beyond Inc. Announces $1 Million Product Donation to NAACP Empowerment Programs

Essential Items to be Sent to Black Communities in Need as a Result of COVID-19 and Recent Unrest

Bed Bath & Beyond Inc. (Nasdaq: BBBY) today announced a $1 million product donation to the NAACP Empowerment Programs. The donation will provide essential items to the organization and its charity partners, supporting Black communities impacted by COVID-19 and recent unrest across the U.S. The Company is making the donation as part of its recently launched Bringing Home Everywhere program, a $10 million plan that is providing essential home products to communities hardest hit by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Houston’s 37th Postmaster To Be Officially Sworn-In

Oath of Office Ceremony to be held March 17, 2017

Chenise LeDoux, who was recently appointed as Houston’s 37th Postmaster, will be officially sworn into office at 10 a.m. Friday, March 17, 2017. The public is cordially invited to attend, free of charge, the oath of office ceremony held at The Bell Tower on 34th, 901 W. 34th Street, Houston, TX 77018.

Mayor Turner Announces Citations Will be Issued to People Not Wearing Face Masks

Mayor Turner discusses the decision to enforce the state's mandatory mask order by instructing Houston Police to issue $250 fine

Mayor Sylvester Turner announced that he has directed the Houston Police Department to issue warnings and citations to anyone not wearing a face mask or face covering required by the state's mandatory mask order. Police will not ticket those who are not wearing a mask if they meet the exemption criteria. The citation carries a $250 fine.

Complimentary Breakfast for Teachers at the breakfast klub

Local breakfast restaurant to pay it forward by providing breakfast to Houston Area educators.

the breakfast klub wants to show teachers their appreciation by offering them a COMPLIMENTARY BREAKFAST before they begin the new school year. The breakfast will be served at Signature Kafe. The Signature Kafe is an extension of The Breakfast Klub that serves the most popular menu items from TBK’s menu and is located directly behind The Breakfast Klub restaurant.

Houston Area Urban League Young Professionals Host Fifth Installment of Opulence Despite Harvey Effects Drawing Dozens to Alternative Nightlife

Feb. 3, 2018 marks the fifth installment of Opulence Casino Night, Houston Area Urban League Young Professionals’ (HAULYP) signature fundraising event. Hosted at America Tower Plaza, Opulence provides an alternative to the common club or lounge options for nightlife.

2nd Smahrt Girl Brunch & Ball Gowns Gala

Photography by Vicky Pink - The Smahrt Girl Foundation at their 2nd Annual Brunch and …

Hogg Foundation Awards $11.5 Million in Grants to Address Well-being in the Houston Area

The Hogg Foundation has awarded $11.5 million in grants to 11 organizations for the Communities of Care initiative. The initiative supports collaborative approaches to well-being in the Houston Metropolitan Statistical Area. The grants will strengthen efforts to transform the environments where people live, learn, work, play and pray, bringing a population health approach to support resilience, mental health and well-being for all members of a community, and with a focus on children and youth of color and their families.

Houston, We Have A Problem! Again

Texans take on Colts minus two key stars

After receiving praise and adoration of a brilliant game on both sides of the football in a blowout defeat of the Detroit Lions on Thanksgiving Day, Lions head coach Matt Patricia was eventually fired. And the Texans found themselves right back in the midst of turmoil and adversity as they prepare to take on divisional foe Indianapolis Colts.

Rice to offer minor in entrepreneurship

New program will help students succeed in a world where entrepreneurial capabilities are critical

Rice University, which has the No. 1 graduate entrepreneurship program in the U.S., will now offer an undergraduate minor in entrepreneurship.

William Chris Vineyards Brings Sway to Houston

Deep in the heart of Texas’ Hill Country nestled between Fredericksburg and Johnson City lies the estate of William Chris Vineyards. The exact location is Hye, Texas and here, they pride themselves on producing varietal blends sourced 100% from Texas High Plain grapes.

Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee Joins Fight to Stop Flooding in Houston and Harris County

Jackson Lee—“The federal government has a major role in stopping flooding in Houston and the greater Harris County Area. Working alongside the State of Texas after the devastating singular weather event of Hurricane Harvey—which generated 51 trillion gallons of water—we must work to secure local matching funds for continued federal funding to fix our flood-weary areas.”

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