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Boss Babes Who Pray Shuts Down Houston #Recap
The 2022 “Boss Babes Who Pray” Conference (A two day event for Christian business women and executives; held in 3 cities, two continents and two countries) kicked off March 15th 2022, in Houston, Texas.
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Mayor Announces New Grants for Artists Pushing the Boundaries at the Grassroots Level
Mayor Sylvester Turner announces the first grants by Let Creativity Happen!, which supports innovative ideas that redefine artistic boundaries and can provide new ways for Houstonians to experience art.
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Abbott Offers $10k Reward In Case Of Fatal Shooting Of 8-Year-Old
The Office of the Governor's Criminal Justice Division Monday offered a reward of up to $10,000 for information leading to the identification and arrest of the person or persons involved in the shooting of 8-year-old De'Maree Adkins.
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Robin Thicke, Mýa, and DJ Jazzy Jeff to Headline Célébrez en Rosé Wine & Music Festival in Houston on May 28
Célébrez en Rosé wine and music festival is making its debut in Houston during Memorial Day weekend on Saturday, May 28, in Buffalo Bayou Park, with an all-star entertainment lineup and headline performances from Robin Thicke, Mýa, and DJ Jazzy Jeff. The event will also feature several local acts, including DJ Mr. Rodgers and DJ Cee Watts.
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JINYA Ramen Bar Celebrates Grand Opening in Spring Branch
Acclaimed Japanese ramen restaurant to open ninth restaurant in Houston area on May 10
Houston, you DON’T have a ramen problem, thanks to JINYA Ramen Bar. The acclaimed Japanese restaurant – famous for its bold noodles that are cooked with thick, rich broth – is celebrating a ninth location in Space City with a grand opening in Spring Branch on May 10.
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JINYA Ramen Bar Celebrates Grand Opening in Spring Branch
Acclaimed Japanese ramen restaurant to open ninth restaurant in Houston area on May 10
Houston, you DON’T have a ramen problem, thanks to JINYA Ramen Bar. The acclaimed Japanese restaurant – famous for its bold noodles that are cooked with thick, rich broth – is celebrating a ninth location in Space City with a grand opening in Spring Branch on May 10.
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IEACF 32nd Annual Scholarship Luncheon and Fashion Show
Photography by Ray Carrington and Jo-Carolyn Goode - On Sunday, April 21, 2013, Houston Style …
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While nationwide surge may be slowing, officials warn of troubling Covid-19 signs across US heartland
New Covid-19 cases in the US may be on the decline, but some officials across the country's heartland reported worrisome news this week.
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Statement From Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee On the 2020 Democratic National Convention
The City of Houston put forward a stupendous effort and a great proposal – we should all get ready for the 2024 Democratic National Convention
Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee who advocated strongly for the 2020 Democratic National Convention to be in Houston, Texas applauds the stupendous work led by Mayor Sylvester Turner to bring the Convention to Houston.
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U.S. Department of Education Answers President Biden’s Call to Action to Spur Academic Recovery
Today, the Biden-Harris Administration announced a series of actions to support students' academic recovery and to ensure recovery efforts are meeting student, parent, and family needs. These actions will help meet President Biden’s call for more schools to invest in strategies to accelerate academic recovery using American Rescue Plan (ARP) funds and to galvanize more Americans to serve their communities by becoming tutors and mentors to help address the impact of missed instruction on our nation’s students.
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Musical Tribute to Homer's 'Odyssey' Arrives in Houston
Homeric legend comes alive through the medium of French Baroque music in a program presented by Cleveland-based ensemble Les Délices for the Houston Early Music series on Friday, Nov. 3, at 7:30 p.m. at Salem Evangelical Lutheran Church.
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Memorial Hermann and Aldine ISD Forge Groundbreaking Partnership to Launch HEAL High School for Healthcare Careers
Memorial Hermann Health System and Aldine ISD announce a game-changing partnership to launch HEAL High School, offering students in the Houston area a unique blend of healthcare career education and a comprehensive high school experience
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Houston Plant Shop and Montrose Collective Team Up for Free Plant Party Saturday
Free Family-Friendly Event to feature Live Music, Plant Market, Succulent & Sips Bar
The Plant Project Houston is inviting the community to a Free Plant Bar Experience at the Montrose Collective, located at 888 Westheimer, this Saturday, September 10, 2022, from 2pm-6pm!
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Houston Is Mural Celebrating 10 Years
10 YEARS of Houston Is… Celebrating with a Community Mural Refresh!
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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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The Who, R.E.M., Nine Inch Nails, Patti Smith, Janelle Monae, Death Cab for Cutie, Wilco, Mitski, Rush & More Auction Off Setlists for Nick Hornby, Dave Eggers & Michael Chabon's Setlists for Young Vo
Proceeds will benefit youth writing and activism centers: London’s Ministry of Stories & The International Congress of Youth Voices’ Summer gathering in San Juan, Puerto Rico
Starting tonight, 100+ setlists from renowned musicians will go to auction online to benefit international youth writing and activism centers and organizations on behalf of Setlists For Young Voices. Setlists For Young Voices is a new initiative developed and launched by Nick Hornby (novelist, screenwriter, co-founder of Ministry of Stories, a London-based youth writing center), with the help of Dave Eggers (novelist, co-founder of San Francisco youth writing center 826 Valencia), and Michael Chabon (novelist, screenwriter).
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The Iman Project & The Plant Project Launch New Hands-On Summer Workshop Series for Kids
The Iman Project and the Plant Project plant shop in Houston are offering a fun, new “Plant Tiny Seeds” hands-on summer series just for kids on select Wednesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays, June through August!
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TSU faculty, staff and students celebrate Juneteenth
Members of the Texas Southern University community are honoring Juneteenth at a variety of events – both on- and off-campus, as well as virtually, over the next two weeks.
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GM Motors Collaborates with Houston-Based Leading Motoring Company to Help At-Risk Youth Build/Restore Cars!
In preparation for their 20-year anniversary, Houston's leading Automotive Customization Shop, 713 Motoring, partnered with GM Motors and Houston-Based Film/Creative Company IYO Agency, to mentor and provide opportunities within the automotive space for young inner-city males that are experiencing tough times. Through the Automotive Customization Skills Trade Program, the young men learned the ins and out of the automotive industry and also participated in hands-on experience restoring a vintage Box Chevy, which they revealed to the public, friends and family during the 713 Motoring 20-year anniversary celebration over Memorial Day Weekend at the lavish Astorian.
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Food Network Star and Local Celebrities Join 'Zest in the West' for An Exciting Culinary Feast
West Houston Restaurants Making a Comeback After Hurricane Harvey
The Houston West Chamber of Commerce and Food & Vine Time Productions welcome an impressive line-up of celebrity judges for Decade of Decadence at the 10th annual Zest in the West food and wine event, taking place Wednesday, October 18, 2017, from 7 – 10 p.m. at Château Crystale. The is the 10th year the event is being presented by Kroger.
