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Mayor Turner & Houston Health Department Urge Flu Shots, Flu Precautions
Mayor Sylvester Turner and the Houston Health Department urge everyone 6 months of age and older to get a flu shot if they haven’t already, as influenza levels spike in Houston and across the nation.
HCC wins Federation of Houston Professional Women Diversity Excellence Award
Houston Community College was honored with the Federation of Houston Professional Women Sheri L. Parrack Diversity Excellence Award for 2022.
Houston Random Acts of Kindness Day, HISD Wrap Around, Parkway, and Yellowland Records to Reveal First-Ever Student ‘RAK Room’
Exciting New Incentive-Based School Stores and Resource Rooms will Reward Good Behavior and Address the Needs of Students in Multiple HISD Schools
Houston Random Acts of Kindness Day (RAK Day) Founders, Treveia and David Dennis, in partnership with the Houston Independent School District (HISD), HISD Wraparound Services Department, and sponsoring business partner Yellowland Records, will reveal their first-ever student “RAK Room” on Monday, August 15, 2022, at 10:00am at Paul Revere Middle School (10502 Briar Forest Drive) in Houston!
Houston Favorite Lotus Seafood Celebrates National French Fried Shrimp Day Wednesday with $5 Popcorn Shrimp & Fries Deal
Lotus Seafood, a Houston staple and cult favorite since 2006, is giving shrimp lovers cause for celebration this Wednesday with a $5 Popcorn Shrimp & Fries deal in honor of National French Fried Shrimp Day!
HISD receives high ranks from Children at Risk for being pandemic resilient
The Houston Independent School District is home to some of Houston’s most pandemic resilient schools according to Children at Risk’s annual list of best public schools.
YMCA of Greater Houston Food Distribution Sites for the Week of August 17
YMCA of Greater Houston will be distributing food at the following sites for the week of August 17. The YMCA has partnered with the Houston Food Bank, Montgomery County Food Bank, Brighter Bites, Interfaith Ministries and other partners to provide critical food and supplies to thousands of families throughout the city.
Children’s Museum Houston celebrates Black History Month with special guest readers, interactive activities and spotlight performances
Children’s Museum Houston will celebrate February Black History Month with an abundance of activities, displays and performances dedicated to honoring African American legacy, heritage, and history.
Celebrating Women's History Month: Houston's Trailblazing Female Artists Shine Bright
BANF Highlights the Visionary Contributions of Stacey Allen, Dr. Lavanya Rajagopalan, and Dr. Gabriela Baeza Ventura in Houston's Arts Scene
As Women's History Month unfolds, the BIPOC Arts Network and Fund (BANF) proudly directs the spotlight toward three remarkable women who have left an indelible mark on Houston's artistic landscape. Stacey Allen, Dr. Lavanya Rajagopalan, and Dr. Gabriela Baeza Ventura stand as luminaries, pushing boundaries, igniting creativity, and fostering innovation within their respective spheres. Recognizing their extraordinary achievements, BANF celebrates their unwavering dedication to amplifying diverse voices and shaping the cultural narrative of Houston.
Video Games Live Returns to Houston Symphony with New Concert Featuring Music and Video from Popular Video Games
The highly successful Video Games Live multimedia concert experience will return to the Houston Symphony for the fifth time at 7:30 p.m. Friday, July 14, at Jones Hall. A brand-new show from years past, the entertaining spectacle will be led by guest conductor Emmanuel Fratianni.
Cadillac Bar hosts Annual Cinco de Mayo Fiesta at Houston and Kemah Locations
Guests to enjoy fine fare, buckets of beer, margaritas and live music!
¡Olé! Cadillac Bar is hosting nacho average Cinco de Mayo celebration and you’re invited to come fiesta on Friday, May 5 at both the Houston location and the Kemah Boardwalk location.
What Stinks? Officials Try To Track Source Of Smell Across Houston
Harris County Emergency Management officials are still investigating the burning plastic smell reported by residents across the Houston area.
City of Houston And Resilient Houston Recognized With Top Awards For Planning and Resillience
City of Houston's Planning and Development Department and the Mayor's Office of Resilience brought home top awards for planning projects in Texas.
Mayor Turner Initiates Second Phase of Plan to Combat Human Trafficking
Mayor Sylvester Turner announced today the start of the second phase of the City’s Anti-Human Trafficking Strategic Plan. The plan is the nation’s first comprehensive municipal response to combat human trafficking.
Expansion Set for Popular Houston Furniture Chain
Exclusive Furniture Announces the Opening Four New Sprawling Showrooms
Known for the popular tagline "Where Low Prices Live," Sam Zavary the President and CEO of Exclusive Furniture, is excited to announce the expansion of the mid-priced family owned and operated furniture chain, currently operating six stores throughout the city of Houston. As he works to continuously advance the brand and his footprint in the furniture industry, Exclusive Furniture is set to open four new showrooms over the course of the next two years with two slated to open in mid 2018.
Mayor Launches Volunteer Project for Flood Relief
Mayor Sylvester Turner and the city Department of Neighborhoods today launched an unprecedented volunteer project to help Houstonians struggling to rebuild their lives and homes because of the Hurricane Harvey floods.
Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. Hosts Mental Health Symposium
The stress-burden of color, implicit in the very nature of existence for people of color, may lead to emotional, mental and psychological health issues. These aforementioned health issues may then be increased by the economic realities of existence --including substandard housing, low paying jobs, discrimination, and a daily possibility of lethal violence in any encounter with the police. Consequently, the current political climate in America may be creating a condition of "stress overload" for people of color.
More Than 150 Children to Celebrate the Holidays at 7th Annual H-E-B Year of Joy Holiday Ice Skating Party
The 7th annual H-E-B Year of Joy® Holiday Ice Skating Party, the city’s only free ice-skating party for children from underserved communities, takes place 4 - 6 p.m. Tues., Dec. 13, at Green Mountain Energy Ice at Discovery Green ®, 1500 McKinney in Houston.
Mayor Turner Announces Appointment Of Housing And Community Development Director
Mayor Sylvester Turner has appointed Keith W. Bynam as director of the City of Houston’s Housing and Community Development Department (HCDD). Director Bynam has served as interim director since September 2021.
Coca-Cola Holiday Caravan brings the Real Magic to Houston
The iconic Coca-Cola® Holiday Caravan is embarking on an epic, cross-country tour! The festive red truck decked out in thousands of sparkling lights and holiday décor will serve as the ultimate backdrop for pictures with Santa, where families can receive a free printed photo to take home.
Dean of the Texas House Representative Senfronia Thompson Endorses Sheila Jackson Lee for Mayor of Houston
In a momentous announcement, Texas Representative Senfronia Thompson officially endorsed Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee for Mayor of Houston. Texas native Senfronia Thompson, the longest-serving woman and African American in Texas history, and Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee, one of the most influential leaders of our time, have worked in tandem on numerous initiatives, firmly cementing their dedication to the people of Houston and Texas.
