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BakerRipley Hosts Annual Back to School Health Fair throughout Houston
BakerRipley is hosting its annual Back to School Health Fair at 3 of its locations throughout Houston. This is the ninth year BakerRipley is hosting its annual Back to School Heath Fairs to help communities it serves get ready for back to school. The non-profit provides resources and education to help families live a healthy lifestyle.
Fresh Hub, A Community Service Project Partnered with Houston Health Department
Project Fresh Hub has recently been awarded First Place in Human Services Category at Future Problem Solving International Competition, a dynamic international program involving thousands of students annually. "Fresh Hub is an on-going food-rescue and food-distribution project," said Shirley Zhu, a rising junior at Bellaire High School and the co-president of the community service program.
Overlay Scheduled for Pizzitola and Rhea Streets
Houston City Council Member Dave Martin is pleased to announce Houston Public Works crews will be performing an asphalt overlay along Pizzitola Street, from Koenig Street to Debbielou Gardens Drive, and on Rhea Street, from the eastern dead end to Koenig Street. Construction is scheduled to begin the week of February 11, 2019 and be is expected to be complete by the end of March 2019, weather permitting.
The Twelve Days of Christmas, Inc. Celebrates 20 Years of Service
Houston, Oakland, Dallas, Washington, DC, New York, and Atlanta
Martinville Drive Roadway Pavement Replacement Schedule
Houston City Council Member Dave Martin would like to announce that repairs are scheduled to begin along Martinville Drive today, January 8, 2018. The scope of work includes the replacement of existing pavement with new asphalt concrete pavement as well as ditch regrading. Construction is anticipated to be completed by early Spring 2019.
The 16th Annual Texas Med Run Focuses on Children's Needs
The Harris Health System CAPES Program provides more than just support for families across the country
Houston, Texas - The 16th Annual The Texas Med Run, 10K. 5K Run/Walk and Kids K, will be highlighting the growing need of support for children in the Houston area.
Mayor: Passage of pension reform continues to boost city financial rating
The S&P Global Ratings service today raised Houston’s financial outlook to “AA stable” from “AA negative” in recognition of a $1 billion bond that reforms the city’s pension systems.
Jack Daniel's Donates Over $5K for Houston Relief Efforts
Art, Beats and Lyrics, the national art and music tour presented by Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Honey, returned to Houston. The heavily cultured lifestyle experience merged the urban art and hip-hop for a-one-of-a-kind event. What began as a local art show in Atlanta is now one of the world’s largest traveling tours of its kind, bringing together seasoned veterans and emerging artists in visual art and hip-hop under one roof.
Stand with Day for Night and Houston's Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (HSPCA)
Hurricane Harvey had a profound impact on not only the people of our region but also its animals. According to the Associated Press, over 60,000 people and their animals remain displaced from their homes over a month after the storm hit. From the beginning, the Houston SPCA has worked tirelessly to meet their needs.
Estrella Media's Houston Radio Stations Host Annual Radiothon Benefiting Children's Miracle Network Hospitals and Texas Children's Hospital
Estrella Media announced its Seventh Annual Radiothon in partnership with Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals to benefit the Texas Children’s Hospital in Houston. This year, the two-day Radiothon will take place on September 21 and 22 from 6:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. CT.
Brett Orlando Named Managing Director of The Chifley, Houston’s Newest Boutique Hotel
Brett Orlando has been named Managing Director of the Chifley, Houston’s newest boutique hotel. Orlando brings more than 20 years of progressive leadership in the hospitality industry, with significant experience in all aspects of hotel management and building brand culture.
HISD Early Childhood Centers receive substantial investment to expand literacy programs
Houston Independent School District is partnering with PNC Bank and Houston Dynamo Football Club to invest in and prioritize early literacy. The early childhood education library project is aimed at improving access to early childhood literacy.
Complete Communities University Leadership Training
The Department of Neighborhoods (DON) invites Houston residents to apply for enrollment in the Complete Community University (CCU) Spring 2023 leadership training course. The course will run 8 weeks, March 8 to April 26, 2023, Wednesdays, 6-8:30 p.m., in person and online via Microsoft Teams. In-person classes will be held at the City Hall Annex, 900 Bagby Street.
Department of Neighborhoods Announces Complete Communities University Training for Emerging Leaders
Spring 2023 session starts March 8 Application Deadline - February 8, 2023
The Department of Neighborhoods (DON) invites Houston residents to apply for enrollment in the Complete Community University (CCU) Spring 2023 leadership training course. The course will run 8 weeks, March 8 to April 26, 2023, Wednesdays, 6-8:30 p.m., in person and online via Microsoft Teams. In-person classes will be held at the City Hall Annex, 900 Bagby Street.
Texas Southern University and Houston Community College announce historic new partnership agreement
Agreement eases path for HCC students transferring to TSU
Texas Southern University and Houston Community College leaders announced a first-of-its-kind agreement to provide a seamless path for HCC students to transfer to TSU.
Houston Health Department now offering COVID-19 vaccines for children six months and older
Children as young as six months old are now eligible for a COVID-19 vaccine at any of the Houston Health Department’s four health centers.
Houston Health Department e=Extends COVID-19 Vaccination Incentive Program
The Houston Health Department is extending its COVID-19 vaccination incentive program by adding two more $1,000 prize opportunities and an additional week.
Houston Fire Department Launches In-Store Shopping for Operation Stocking Stuffer
The Houston Fire Department announces the beginning of in-store shopping for Operation Stocking Stuffer.
Houston Landmarks to “Light the World in Teal” for Alzheimer’s Awareness on November 4
William P. Hobby Airport and Downtown Aquarium Ferris Wheel Among Sites Participating in Alzheimer’s Foundation of America’s Light the World in Teal program.
Oil Tycoon and Entrepreneur to Celebrate Historical Chieftaincy Conferment as Atobaase of Yorubaland in Houston, Texas
Houston Investor and one of the world’s leading offshore production experts, Dr. Babajide Agunbiade, FNSE, and wife, Entrepreneur Mrs. Funke Agunbiade, were recently conferred with the title of His Majesty Atobaase and Her Majesty Yeye Atobaase of Yorubaland in Oyo State, Nigeria. The event in Nigeria was attended by many eminent royals, including Emir of Kano and Oluwo of Iwo and other dignitaries and political leaders. The Atobaase title is one of the oldest chieftaincy titles in Yorubaland and one of only 14 titles that cover the whole of Yorubaland and is legally recognized by its government.
