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Astros Announce the Hiring of Paula Harris, Astros Foundation Executive Director
Harris brings over three decades of experience as a Houston community leader
The Houston Astros have hired Paula Harris as the club’s new Astros Foundation Executive Director and Senior Vice President, Community Affairs, it was announced today.
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Chris Rock rips an absent Jussie Smollett at the NAACP Image Awards
Comedian Chris Rock ripped into Jussie Smollett with a series of jokes Saturday at the NAACP Image Awards, where the actor was nominated for his role on the Fox series "Empire."
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Kristoff St. John played Neil Winters on the CBS daytime soap opera "The Young & the Restless". Full credit: Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty Images for NAACP
Published on February 4, 2019
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Mayor Turner Issues Statement on Passing of Captain Dowling
I join the Houston Fire Department in mourning the loss of Captain William “Iron Bill” Dowling, who died today from complications suffered in the 2013 fire at the Southwest Inn that claimed the lives of four other Houston fire fighters. Captain Dowling left us on the day we were honoring our first responders at the Houston Rodeo. He was truly a hero whose service to the city will not be forgotten. I ask all Houstonians to pray for his family and friends.
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HISD to receive 250 bicycles from Houston Parks Board to create Art Bike Parade entries
The Houston Independent School District this weekend will receive 250 new bicycles donated by the Houston Parks Board, in collaboration with the Orange Show Center of Visionary Art, to enable students and teachers to create entries for the city’s inaugural Art Bike Parade on Saturday, May 9.
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Mural Project to Highlight Houston's Mexican-American History
Houston is celebrating its diversity with a new mural. The mural’s title is “Mexican American History & Culture in 20th Century Houston.”
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Houston Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Celebrates 40thAnniversary Milestone
In honor of its 40th anniversary, the Houston Hispanic Chamber of Commerce played host to the largest gathering of Hispanic business leaders in the region in Downtown Houston.
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Chairman Coleman on Protecting DACA Recipients
Today, January 29, 2018 the Houston Hispanic Chamber of Commerce held a press conference calling on national leaders to provide a clear path to citizenship for all DREAMers. Chairman Garnet Coleman (D-Houston) released the following statement:
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Book tells the journey of the Bews family from Scotland to America in the late 1890s
Mary Kathleen Preston and Lillie Mae Jordan announce the release of ‘Ella’s Stories’
When they were young, Mary Kathleen Preston and her sister listen to stories of their mother Ella. They preferred these stories to fairy tales at bedtime. These stories make her remember a generation of pioneers who gave up so much to move to America and make homes for their family and future generations. These are “Ella's Stories” (published by AuthorHouse).
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Mayor Sylvester Turner Makes It Official: He’s on the Ballot!
Mayor Sylvester Turner filed his paperwork today to appear on the ballot for a second term in the November 5 city election. Today is the first day that candidates can file.
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A City and Party that Looks Like America
Here’s some good news. The Democratic Party that is now emerging from the catastrophe of the Trump presidency looks like America. It is energized by a coalition of African Americans, Latinos, Asian Americans, fair-minded Anglos and new young voters. Democratic values are grounded in the American dream – opportunity for all, respect for hard work, protecting workers rights, civil rights and human rights, and restoring the pathway to education and economic reward that each person deserves no matter their background.
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Houstonians React to the Departure of Houston ISD Superintendent Richard Carranza
Houston in shock over Houston ISD Superintendent Richard A. Carranza
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David Weekley Homes Collects Thousands of Meals, Donations During Annual Food Drive
More than 12,000 people locally – and 60,000 nationwide – in need received a hearty meal to celebrate the Thanksgiving holiday through the partnership of David Weekley Homes and 18 charities across the U.S. In Houston, Weekley joined with Houston Food Bank, a nonprofit organization that provides nutritious meals to food pantries, soup kitchens, senior centers and other agencies in 18 southeast Texas counties.
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Houston Habitat for Humanity Receives Grant of $1.34 Million from Qatar Harvey Fund
26 homes in Houston and Harris County to receive needed repairs
Repair work will soon be getting underway on 26 homes in Houston and Harris County that were damaged during Hurricane Harvey two years ago. Houston Habitat for Humanity is administering the project after receiving a grant of approximately $1.34 million from the Qatar Harvey Fund.
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Joy On Ice
2nd Annual #YearOfJoy Holiday Ice Skating Party Brings Joy to 75 Houston Area Children
Some 75 children from Houston’s Third Ward community will experience the joys of ice skating for the holidays at the 2nd annual #YearOfJoy Holiday Ice Skating Party at the ICE powered by Green Mountain Energy at Discovery Green, 1500 McKinney from 4:00 – 6:00 p.m. Monday, Dec. 11, 2017
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New Wellness Spa with Full Hookah Bar Brings Upscale Experience to Houston
Charlotte-based Ugo Beauty & Artistry spa expands brand with new Houston location
Popular Charlotte, North Carolina-based luxury wellness spa Ugo Beauty & Artistry is expanding with the launch of the brand’s second US location in Houston, Texas!
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The Houston AutoBoative Show Combines the Best of Vehicles and Boats for One 5-day Event!
The Houston AutoBoative Show returns to NRG Center January 25-29, 2023 bringing together the best of two shows, the 67th Houston Boat Show and the 40th year of the Houston Auto Show, presented by Evolve Houston.
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Honoring a Legend: Houston Celebrates Barbara Jordan with Plaza and Monument Unveiling
In a moving tribute to a local and national heroine, the heart of Houston pulsated with pride as the Down- town Houston+ and POST Houston unveiled the Barbara Jordan Plaza and the stirring “I am Barbara Jordan” monument on Saturday. Esteemed Mayor Sylvester Turner and Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee led the ceremony alongside fellow dignitaries, celebrating Barbara Jordan's immeasurable contributions to the spirit of Houston and the nation's legislative history.
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Get Ready to Ride: Registration Now Open for Tour de Houston
Calling all cyclists! Don't miss out on the chance to be a part of the 17th Annual Tour de Houston, happening on April 7th. Presented by Apache Corporation, this iconic event promises an exhilarating experience while supporting a great cause.
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Ribbon-cutting photo--Adults from left: Tom Gall, Houston Parks Board Michael Isermann, Houston Parks and Recreation Department Council Member Dwight Boykins, Houston City Council Rebecca Williams, …
Published on September 28, 2018
