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7th Annual TLOD/TTA Christmas Around the World Mentoring Tea Program
Photography by Jo-Carolyn Goode - On Sunday, December 15, 2013, Houston Style Magazine was on …
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Women in Jazz Association, Inc. Showcases Austin’s Female Musicianship
March is Women’s History Month, and Women in Jazz Association, Inc. presents Celebrating Women in Jazz, A Springtime Dinner and Concert with vocalists Candace Bellamy, Melissa Briggs, and Pamela Hart and trumpeter Rachael Spencer. The supporting band includes Juliana Silveira-piano; Jessica Valls-bass; Lauren Gould-sax and Masumi Jones-drums. This all women show showcases Austin, Texas’ jazz talent and aptitude from musicians who are passionate about jazz performance, education and its importance to the world. Throughout history women have shaped the jazz scene with sultry and sassy singing, dynamic drumming, haunting horns, beguiling bass and poetic piano. Jazz is in them, and they perform it, teach it, advocate for it and passionately share it.
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Texans Honor Carlos Valdez, Jr. Through NFL Hispanic Heritage Awards
The Houston Texans have selected Carlos Valdez, Jr., Owner and CEO of Las Palapas Hausman and longtime volunteer and former board chair for the YMCA of Greater Houston, as the recipient of the NFL Hispanic Heritage Leadership Award. The NFL and the Hispanic Heritage Foundation (HHF) have partnered for the eighth annual NFL Hispanic Heritage Leadership Awards during the 2018 celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month.
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Mayor Turner Announces 12th Annual Back to School Fest Presented By Shell
Mayor Sylvester Turner will be joined by representatives from Shell and the Houston Food Bank to announce details on the 12th Annual Back To School Fest presented by Shell.
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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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All Kids Healthy Campaign
Photography by Kareem Williams On Saturday May 3, 2014, Houston Style Magazine was on hand …
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Houston native becomes member of elite Navy Honor Guard
A native of Houston, Texas, recently completed an intensive 10-week training program to become a member of the elite U.S. Navy Ceremonial Guard.
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Houston and Sugar Land Mayors Unite to Encourage COVID-19 Vaccinations
Mayor Sylvester Turner and Sugar Land Mayor Joe Zimmerman will be joined by Fort Bend County Judge KP George, Congressman Al Green and other invited elected officials and community leaders to encourage members of the public to get vaccinated against COVID-19 and help the Greater Houston area achieve herd immunity.
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Houston Health Department Launches Campaign to Build Awareness About PrEP and Treatment as Prevention
The Project PrIDE campaign is the city’s first-ever health campaign directly reaching out to African American and Hispanic members of the LGBTQ community.
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Families Empowered Hosts Free Houston School Roundup June 26
To combat low enrollment rates for pre-K and kindergarten, Families Empowered is hosting a roundup of schools in Houston. The event will provide families with the chance to meet public ISD schools and programs, public charter schools, and private schools and programs for your Pre-K 3, Pre-K 4 and Kindergarteners.
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HISD and the Coast Guard announce new partnership to further maritime education
The Houston Independent School District and the United States Coast Guard highlighted a new partnership with HISD’s maritime high schools during a celebration at Austin High School.
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The Conrad O. Johnson Music and Fine Arts Foundation Presents “Let the Children Play” A Tribute to Music Educators & Icons Scholarship Luncheon
Honoring Ezra Charles ■ Archie Bell ■ Dr. Aubrey Tucker Musical Guest Appearances by Eloise Laws ■ Joe Carmouche ■ Kyle Turner ■ Imaj
The Conrad O. Johnson Music and Fine Arts Foundation presents “Let the Children Play” A Tribute to Music Educators & Icons Scholarship Luncheon on Sunday, January 14, 2018, 2:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. at The Bayou ( 500 Texas Ave., Houston, Texas 77002).
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Houston Had This Superbug Problem for Years and Never Knew
A dangerous strain of antibiotic-resistant bacteria is far more common in Houston than anyone knew and shows signs it can spread prolifically, researchers reported Tuesday. It's a specific strain of a bacteria known as Klebsiella pneumoniae.
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Up to 400 Firefighters Could Be Laid Off in Mayor's Plan to Fund Prop B
KPRC reports up to 400 Houston firefighters could be laid off in order to implement the pay raises for Proposition B, according to the mayor’s office and several City Council members.
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Arco del Tiempo: World's First Generative and Sustainable Piece of Public Art To Be Installed in Houston
The City of Houston made another bold move in climate leadership today with Mayor Turner's announcement at Talento Bilingüe (TBH).
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One Person Dead, Another Injured In Apartment Complex Shooting
One person has died and another person injured after a shooting at an apartment complex in southwest Houston on Tuesday night.
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Youth Development Center Opens New Building in Houston's Greater Fifth Ward
Building design meets at-risk children’s needs with security, education and creativity
PlanNorth Architectural Co. announces the official opening of the Youth Development Center (YDC)’s new building in the Greater Fifth Ward.
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Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Wins Adoption the By House of Representatives of Amendments to Aid Homeless Veterans, Promote Environmental Justice and Ensure Army Corps of Engineers has Resources Needed
Jackson Lee: “The energy and water appropriations legislation passed today by the House includes a number of initiatives designed to provide the resources and support needed to keep our citizens and communities safe. I am pleased that a half-dozen Jackson Lee Amendments were adopted during House consideration of this critical appropriations vehicle.”
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Wesleyan University joins other schools in nixing legacy admissions after Supreme Court’s affirmative action ruling
Wesleyan University will stop giving preferential treatment to applicants who are the children of alumni – joining a growing list of schools to end legacy admissions after the Supreme Court’s ruling on affirmative action.
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A Extravagant Soiree Unveils the Magic of Houston Ballet's Cinderella
Houston Style Magazine's aficionados of art, society, and culinary delights were treated to an evening of enchantment at Steak 48, where the Houston Ballet's upcoming production of Cinderella took center stage. This celebration, hosted in collaboration with The Ritz-Carlton Residences, The Woodlands, transformed the second-floor private area of River Oaks District into a lively haven for over 100 culture enthusiasts.
