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Damon Brown Unveils Vibrant Drinkware in Starbucks Collaboration, Celebrating Black Culture Beyond Boundaries
Renowned artist Damon Brown infuses his signature style into the latest Starbucks drinkware collection, celebrating Black culture and community with each inspired piece. From his early days, enthralled by the vivid world of cartoons and superheroes, through the dynamic storytelling of Japanese anime and the raw energy of urban art, Brown's creative journey has been as colorful as his palette.
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Council Member for District J Edward Pollard to Distribute 12,000 Free Masks in District J
In support of the Harris County order requiring residents ages 10 and older to wear masks or face coverings when outside the home, City Council Member for District J Edward Pollard’s office will be distributing up to 12,000 disposable masks to the public.
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Former NAACP Leader Who Lied About Her Race Says in New Book, “I was ‘Too Black’ for My Husband”
Rachel Dolezal, the former NAACP leader from Spokane, Washington who pretended to be Black although she is really white, says in her new book that her first marriage to an African American man ended because she was “too black” for him. Her new book is entitled In Full Color: Finding My Place in a Black and White World, and it discusses how she always wanted to be black – even when she was just a kid.
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The Center for Pursuit receives grant from Greater Houston COVID-19 Recovery Fund to assist clients in need
Joint effort between United Way of Greater Houston and Greater Houston Community Foundation
The Center for Pursuit, Houston’s largest not-for-profit organization serving adults with intellectual and development disabilities (I/DD), has received a grant from the Greater Houston COVID-19 Recovery Fund, a joint effort by United Way of Greater Houston and the Greater Houston Community Foundation. The first round of the fund will distribute $1.5 million among 30 nonprofit organizations with constituents who need urgent access to food and emergency financial assistance due to COVID-19.
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Calling all Aspiring Young Poets: Writers in the Schools Announces 2023 Space City Slam Series
Writers in the Schools (WITS), a Houston-area nonprofit that engages youth in the joy and power of reading and writing, invites young poets to participate in its annual poetry competition.
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MAYOR’S BACK 2 SCHOOL FEST: A Spectacular Triumph Igniting The Citys Spirit
The George R. Brown Convention Center came alive with excitement and anticipation this past Saturday, August 5th, for the 13th Annual Mayor’s Back 2 School Fest. This much-awaited event, sponsored by the renowned Shell and masterfully orchestrated by the May- or’s Office of Special Events, was not just another edition - it was, by many measures, the most successful yet.
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Texas Southern Announces Preliminary Boost In Fall Enrollment
University tops 10,500 students after focused recruitment campaign
Texas Southern University (TSU) announces a preliminary boost in enrollment for the Fall 2017 semester. More than 10,500 students have started class on campus after a late opening to the academic session following Hurricane Harvey.
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Harris County Commissioner Rodney Ellis, Houston Artist Anat Ronen, Community Leaders will Unveil Mural Celebrating Supreme Court Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson’s Confirmation
A mural of Supreme Court Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson will be unveiled at Finnigan Park by Harris County Commissioner Rodney Ellis and other community leaders.
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BTS' "Yet To Come" Reborn as Hyundai Version for the Goal of the Century World Cup Campaign
-Remake of BTS’ hit song “Yet To Come (The Most Beautiful Moment),” to be revealed for ‘Goal of the Century’ World Cup Campaign song in Hyundai Version to connect people for a better future -Company’s vision of Smart Mobility Solution Provider to be featured in the official music video -Company to launch TikTok challenge to further engage with fans on the company’s global campaign -One-minute preview of music video along with the campaign message is now available
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Access Consciousness Celebrates the 9th Annual Global Access Bars® Day on January 15th
One of the largest personal development companies to offer complimentary stress relief sessions plus 10 hours of free inspirational livestream content on January 15th
Access Consciousness® is inviting members of the community to experience one of the fastest growing forms of self-care on January 15th for its 9th Annual Global Access Bars Day, a day for people to discover new possibilities for growth and happiness as they embark on a new year.
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Houston Symphony At-Home Livestream Recital Series
This week, the Houston Symphony launches its new Living Room Series—hour-long livestream recitals by the world-class musicians of the Houston Symphony, Friday nights at 8 p.m.
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Actor Greg Alan WIlliams and Entertainment Manager Matthew Knowles Headline National Black Book Festival's 10th Anniversary
Double Emmy Award-winning actor and author, GregAlan Williams, is confirmed as a featured author at the 2017 National Black Book Festival, which celebrates its 10th anniversary this year. Williams is most recently known for his portrayal as the villainous, Robert "Mac" McCready, on OWN's hit drama series, Greenleaf, but is also known for a number of memorable roles across television (The Sopranos, The Game, The West Wing) and film (Remember the Titans, The Preacher’s Kid, Terminator Genysis). Williams' novel, Heart of a Woman, which was originally published in 2009, has recently been re-released in audio book format. This will be Williams’ debut as a featured author at the Festival and his appearance will be on Saturday, Oct. 28 @ 3:00 p.m.
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Interfaith Ministries for Greater Houston’s Annual Tapestry Gala Featuring Ernest Walker Band
Inspirational night of celebration, dinner, and entertainment Saturday, November 12, 2022
Interfaith Ministries for Greater Houston (Interfaith Ministries) will celebrate dialogue, collaboration and service at its annual Tapestry Gala presented by Shell USA, Inc on Saturday, November 12, 2022, at 6:30 p.m. at the Hilton Americas – Houston.
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2017 Houston Texans Single-Game Tickets On Sale Thursday, July 27
Single-game tickets for the Houston Texans 2017 home games will go on sale Thursday, July 27, at 10 a.m. CT, the team announced today.
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This Family Owns the First Ever Black-Owned Furniture Brokerage — With Access to $200 Million in Factory Direct High-End Custom Furniture!
Texas Wholesale Furniture Co., based in Houston, Texas, is owned and operated by Prairie View A&M Alum, husband and wife team, Brandon and Naima Townsend. Their company works with 200 manufacturers nationwide, and specializes in wholesaling high-end residential and office furniture.
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Twelve Days of Christmas Inc Houston Chapter Legacy Tea
Photography by Vicky Pink - Twelve Days of Christmas, Inc. celebrates the spirit of charitable …
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Breakfast with Mayor Sylvester Turner
It was eggs, bacon and business at the Breakfast with Mayor for business owners. The …
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Fort Bend County Judge K.P George along with members of Commissioners Court, Larry Callies of the Black Cowboy Museum in Rosenberg, and Edward G. Udell, …
Published on February 18, 2020
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Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner and HCC Chancellor Cesar Maldonado sign a three-year training agreement at HCC’s Northeast College, surrounded by college leaders, trustees and Fire …
Published on November 22, 2022
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Residents Turn in 1,200 Guns During Most Successful Gun Buyback Event in Recent U.S. History
Event Held in Alief Co-sponsored by Commissioner Rodney Ellis and Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner
Harris County Commissioner Rodney Ellis said he’s proud that hundreds of residents turned in 1,200 guns for gift cards on Saturday in what officials billed as the most successful single-day Gun Buyback in recent U.S. history.
