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Have the Best Summer Yet
Coming are the days when the sun kisses our faces, our cares are tossed to the wind, and our calendar is filled with as much or as little activity as we want. That is the beauty of summer.
Houston Style Magazine Honors Mothers Who Serve the Community - Dee Moore
Fat is one of the ugliest words in the English language for the negative connotation it carries as far as Dee Moore is concerned. For the majority of her life she has been a woman with curves. Like most plus size women, she has endured a lot of pain being the butt of jokes and focus of judgmental eyes. Moore got criticism from everywhere but what hurt most was criticism she received from men who were suppose to love her. The constant disrespect greatly damaged her self esteem until one day she had enough. No longer would Moore allow words to damage her self-worth. She would remove the power those words had over her and other women as well.
Tiffany Haddish: Laughing Her Way to Stardom
Laughter is the best medicine and that could not be truer than for actress, comedian and now author Tiffany Haddish. After a horrific accident that left her mother with severe brain damage, a young Haddish found herself raising her four siblings and in foster care in the poorest part of South Central Los Angeles. She was not the best student and was often in trouble. People were ready to give up on her until divine intervention struck when her social worker sent her to the Laugh Factory Comedy Camp where she took her pain and used comedy as therapy to find her true passion.
Hill Harper’s New Mission: Increasing Health and Wellness with New Personal Care Line
“We have to take our health extremely seriously. We have nothing if we don’t have our health,” advises actor, author, philanthropist and entrepreneur Hill Harper. Like with most things, many Americans with good health take it for granted. It is not until a health warning or scare happens that we are jolted with the awareness that I must do better to take care of me.
Kennedy Edwards Is First African American Miss Texas Teen USA
In speaking with eighteen-year-old Kennedy Edwards one thing is definitely clear. Her goal in whatever she does is to strive for excellence and nothing short thereof. In every undertaking, she puts her all in to give the best performance that she can produce at that given time and at that precise moment.
Billy D. Washington: Keeps the Crowds Coming, Keeps the Laughs Going
He is probably the funniest comedian that you don’t really know all too well. A superior talent, Billy D. Washington, is not a comedian that you can compare to others. His sets make you challenge your thought, question your actions, and start a conversation. In other words, the brother is deep. Houston audiences got to experience Washington’s higher level thinking when he headlined at the Joke Joint Comedy Showcase.
Inspiring Millions Giving Voice to the Diversity of Opera
A party is always better when surrounded by friends. American born tenor Lawrence Brownlee returned to Houston to share his talent along with a few of his friends. International stars J’Nai Bridges, Nicole Heaston, Reginald Smith Jr., Russell Thomas, Nicholas Newton and Kevin Miller (piano) joined Brownlee on the Wortham Theater stage for Giving Voice: Lawrence Brownlee and Friends Sing Opera, Gospel, and Standards showcased the power of voice and song.
New Chief of Houston Police Department: Troy Finner
When outgoing police chief Art Acevedo announced his exit to run the Miami Police Department, Mayor Sylvester Turner knew he wanted his replacement to be someone who was fully capable to step into the role day one. The city needed someone who would be intentional about reducing crime. He could not have a found a more qualified officer to do that other than Troy R. Finner. After Houston City Council unanimously voted in favor Finner as chief, the official swearing-in could take place.
Class of 2019: Saluting African American and Hispanic High School Valedictorians
Twelve years (13 if you include Kindergarten) of school makes the hassle definitely worth the tassel. High school seniors across our city don the ceremonial cap and gown for one of the most important walks of their life, the walk to receive their diploma. With bright smiles and wide eyes, they accept their diploma in their right hand and turn their tassel with their left hand.
Alley Theatre Unveils Exciting 2024-25 Season: Classic Works, World Premieres, and Unforgettable Thrills Await!
Get ready for a season of theatrical brilliance as the Tony Award®-winning Alley Theatre, under the guidance of Artistic Director Rob Melrose, announces its captivating lineup for the 2024-25 season. From timeless classics to exhilarating new works, Houston audiences are in for a treat with an array of productions designed to inspire, entertain, and enthrall.
Final Ticket Release for Dream Con 2024: Austin's Premier Entertainment Convention
Calling all anime enthusiasts, gamers, cosplayers, and pop culture aficionados! The highly anticipated final ticket release for the 6th Annual Dream Con 2024, Austin's largest entertainment convention, is set to take place on Friday, March 15th, at 7 pm CST. Hosted by social media influencers RDCWorld, Dream Con promises an unforgettable experience filled with excitement, creativity, and camaraderie.
Meet the Class of 2017: Tomorrow’s Future Leaders of America
After twelve years, 108 months, 3,240 days, are the estimated number of days students attend school before reaching the pinnacle of their educational career, high school graduation. That pivotal time has come for the class of 2017. It’s time for them to turn their tassel and take the brave steps into the next chapter of their lives. Annually, Houston Style Magazine recognizes the Houston ISD’s African American and Hispanic valedictorians to salute them on their accomplishments. Congrats Class of 2017!Meet the Class of 2017: Tomorrow’s Future Leaders of America
Michael B. Jordan On Protecting His Center
Close your eyes. Clear your mind. Take a really deep breath in. How calming is that? For some that quick exercise is all that is needed to recharge or do a little mini escape from the craziness of the day. That exercise is a way of reminding yourself to not stress and calm down.
Celebrating the Life of Lestine Goode
Lestine Goode was a devote Christian, family man, and most importantly, my daddy. He ran the race and fought the good fight but sadly succumbed to his illness. He was laid to rest on July 24, 2019, after having a funeral worthy of the distinguished man he was. Read more about the man who not only taught me lessons to live by but also to many other children across the city under his tutelage.
Tony Diaz: The Father of the Librotraficante Movement
In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, Houston Style Magazine is recognizing some of Houston’s most prominent Hispanics that are making a difference in their communities. We start with a man who is known not just in Houston but also throughout the state and the nation. Meet activist, author, radio host, and writer Tony Diaz.
Houston Grand Opera Presents Mozart's Don Giovanni: A Masterpiece Reimagined!
Get ready to experience the timeless allure of Mozart's Don Giovanni as the Houston Grand Opera (HGO) unveils its captivating production on April 19, 2024. Led by the esteemed conductor Dame Jane Glover, this mesmerizing interpretation promises to enchant audiences with its blend of tragedy and comedy.
Star-Studded Spectacle: The Office and Charmed Casts Descend Upon Comicpalooza
Houston's Premier Pop-Culture Convention Set to Dazzle Fans with Iconic Personalities
Houston Style Magazine is delighted to unveil the latest additions to the stellar lineup of special guests at Comicpalooza, Texas' largest pop-culture festival. Prepare to be enthralled by the comedic genius of The Office's Creed Bratton, Andy Buckley, and Oscar Nuñez, alongside the enchanting presence of Charmed stars Holly Combs, Shannen Doherty, and Rose McGowan, along with Orange is the New Black sensation and voice actor, Kimiko Glenn. From Scranton to spells, these luminaries are ready to captivate audiences at the George R. Brown Convention Center from Friday, May 24, to Sunday, May 26.
Blck Market Gives Black Business Owners A Place of Their Own
A true sign that something is valuable is if everyone is chasing it. That could not be truer for the all mighty dollar. Everyone wants some mean green especially the black community. With money comes power. The power to build your community up, shape the lives of those who live there, and set everyone on a path for success. Every opportunity to catch that dollar must be seized.
Remembering Yolanda Pope: Houston Style's Resident Foodie
Writers are usually the ones who are never at a lost for words. However, this writer is finding it hard to use words to adequately describe Yolanda Pope. Her personality was welcoming. She didn't mind sharing her knowledge. The entire staff knew food, especially good food, was her weakness. Yolanda has had her last dish as she passed away peacefully in her sleep on August 16, 2021.
Volkswagen Passat GT: A New Version of Cool
What is cool is ever changing as it is defined by a generation. Trends in music, fashion, and language help to bring meaning to “being cool.” Topping that list are cars, specifically sports cars. They are fast, fierce, and oh so fun to drive. Nothing could be cooler. For a week, I got to sit in the driver’s seat of Volkswagen’s sporty mid-size sedan, the 2018 Volkswagen Passat GT V6 and learned how it is a new version of cool.
