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2022 Writing Competition Winners
Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo™ Announces 2022 Writing Competition Winners
The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Trailblazer Committee announced the winners of its 2022 Writing Competition. Texas-area second graders were invited to submit either a poem or an essay, following the theme, “The Adventures I’ll Have in My Boots.” This is the program’s second year.
Texas Democrats On The Joe Biden and Kamala Harris Inauguration
Texas Democrats are ecstatic Joe Biden and Kamala Harris have been inaugurated as the President and Vice President of the United States. But today is not simply a win for Democrats. Today we celebrate as Americans. After a difficult and dark four years, we have proven that our democracy has held, that the arc of justice bends towards the good, and that we are on the path to restoring the soul of our nation.
Neo Soul Pioneer, Multiplatinum Singer-Songwriter and Producer Maxwell to Receive the 'Legend' Award at the 2021 "Soul Train Awards" Presented by BET
Today, BET announced three-time GRAMMY® award-winning singer-songwriter and producer Maxwell will receive the ‘Legend’ award at the 2021 “Soul Train Awards.” Award-winning and multiplatinum singer/songwriter, actor, entrepreneur, and author Ashanti will be the recipient of the ‘Lady of Soul’ honor. The 2021 “Soul Train Awards” premieres Sunday, November 28 at 8 PM ET/PT on BET and BET Her.
OWN Announces New Comedy Series "The Paynes" From Tyler Perry
Network Orders Additional Episodes of Perry’s Hit Drama Series “The Haves and the Have Nots” and “If Loving You is Wrong”
Continuing its successful partnership with prolific producer Tyler Perry, OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network announced today a 38-episode order for a new comedy series from Perry, “The Paynes,” a spinoff of his popular series “House of Payne.” The network has also ordered 44 additional episodes of Perry’s hit OWN drama series “The Haves and the Have Nots” and 18 episodes of “If Loving You is Wrong.”
Heart Health: A Challenge to Fathers Everywhere
Nearly 44 percent of African American men and 48 percent of African American women have some form of cardiovascular disease, which includes Heart Valve Disease (HVD). Yet many of these men and women are not aware they have this condition.
Houston Business Owner Challenges 13-Time Congressional Incumbent
For longer than many of its voters have been alive, Houston’s 18th Congressional District has known one representative. That’s likely to change for the better in 2020 thanks to Dr. Bimal Patel, a native of Houston, a trusted optometrist, and a business owner in the 18th. Dr. Patel—or Bimal, as he prefers to be called—will challenge incumbent Sheila Jackson Lee in next year’s March 3rd Democratic primary.
Tesla shares rise on strong sales report
Tesla shares shot up 5% Monday after it reported stronger-than-expected quarterly sales. Tesla’s stock is building on an already strong run this year.
Rites of Passage | Join Us - Friday, February 9th @ 7pm | University Museum at Texas Southern
Rites of Passage: An Ode to Humanity & Culture is an exhibition celebrating the spirit of nature and human experience. A fusion of vintage African art and vibrant contemporary works, this exhibition weaves the paradigms of history into present day sentiment, paying homage to the archetypes of family and society.
Statement from Former Texas Congressman Martin Frost on the Death of Former Fort Worth Mayor and Texas State Senator Hugh Parmer
"Like so many others, I was deeply saddened to hear about the death of my friend, former Fort Worth Mayor and Texas State Senator Hugh Parmer. Hugh was an extraordinary man who directed his keen intellect, intense focus and natural creativity to public service that benefited our hometown of Fort Worth, the State of Texas and our entire nation.
Mayor Sylvester Turner To Host Inaugural Houston-Africa Energy Summit With African Heads Of State, African Ministers, Corporate CEOs, And Business Leaders
The Two-Day Summit Will Take Place September 22-23 In Houston, TX
Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner will host the City’s first-ever Houston-Africa Energy Summit featuring African Heads of State, African Ministers, Houston-based energy CEOs, and business leaders from the African continent and the Greater Houston Area.
Steinway Teams Up With Alicia Keys For Artist Relief Through MusiCares
Steinway & Sons is proud to announce the conclusion of a special auction to support the MusiCares® COVID-19 Relief. On August 15, a generous bidder won the online auction of a beautiful Steinway-designed Boston 126E upright piano—finished in brilliant turquoise and signed by 15-time GRAMMY® Award-winning singer and songwriter Alicia Keys. The final sale generated $35,000 for the MusiCares COVID-19 Relief, which seeks to alleviate the enormous financial burden placed on people in the music industry who are adversely impacted by the global pandemic.
Alley Theatre Announces the Cast & Creative Team of Sherlock Holmes and The Case of the Jersey Lily
Alley Theatre Resident Acting Company Member Todd Waite Returns to the Role of Sherlock Holmes for the Fifth Time at the Alley
The Tony Award®-winning Alley Theatre announces the cast and creative team of Sherlock Holmes and The Case of the Jersey Lily. The comedy-mystery Sherlock Holmes and The Case of the Jersey Lily by Katie Forgette and directed by Alley Theatre’s Associate Producer & Casting Director Brandon Weinbrenner runs April 14 – May 7, 2023 in the Hubbard Theatre.
Governor Abbott Meets With Texas Military Leaders Following 2017 Texas Military Summit
Governor Greg Abbott today met with commanders of U.S. military installations in Texas following the Texas Military Summit hosted by the Texas Military Preparedness Commission (TMPC). During the meeting, the Governor shared his strong and unwavering commitment to enhance and protect the 15 major military installations in Texas and their surrounding defense communities. The Governor also expressed his gratitude for the commanders’ leadership and service to the state and the nation.
Top Energy/Tech CEO and Private Equity Investor, Solomon Ali, Launches the MBA: Minority Business Access Podcast
Tech and Energy CEO, and Private Equity Investor, Mr. Solomon Ali, launches his podcast to educate and empower people of color, and women, in business.
Get ready to earn your "M.B.A." with Tech & Energy CEO and Private Equity Investor, Solomon Ali. Mr. Ali's new podcast, MBA: Minority Business Access walks minority business owners and entrepreneurs through tested methods of circumventing what he calls "a slanted financial system towards people of color and other minorities," to successfully raise funding and scale their businesses.
Martin Luther King’s Legacy Honored with Day of Service
Shell Oil Company volunteers spend holiday working along with other companies & individuals
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. once said, “Life's most persistent and urgent question is, 'What are you doing for others?'” To honor King’s life and work and in recognition of MLK Day, Houston Food Bank is welcoming individual and corporate volunteers on Monday, January 16, 2017 MLK Day.
Donut Worry, Gourdough's Public House has you covered with a fun filled NYE Bash & New Year's Day Hangover Brunch on the Historic San Antonio Riverwalk
Buckle up San Antonio because Gourdough's Public House is ringing in the New Year twice. First up is the Gourdough's NYE Bash on the Riverwalk, followed by New Year's Day Hangover Brunch.
San Antonio Punk Festival Receives Cease and Desist Letter From Afropunk
Afropunk, the organization that puts on the festival by the same name, has threatened legal action against a San Antonio group over the use of the word Afropunk.
UT Men’s Head Tennis Coach On Administrative Leave After Bribery Allegations
The University of Texas at Austin has placed Michael Center, its head coach for men’s tennis, on administrative leave after FBI documents revealed that he allegedly took a $100,000 bribe in 2015 to help a student gain admission to UT-Austin by adding him as a recruit to the tennis team.
Fort Bend County Honors COVID-19 Frontline Workers and Pandemic Partners as Global Health Emergency Ends
Fort Bend County Judge KP George and the Fort Bend County Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) held a ceremony at the Historic Fort Bend County Courthouse to recognize nearly 50 individuals, institutions of learning, organizations, county departments, schools, businesses, nonprofits, and medical facilities for their outstanding contributions to the fight against COVID-19.
2023 SXSW Film & TV Festival Lineup Announced With Dungeons & Dragons on Opening Night
Announcing the initial 2023 SXSW Film & TV Festival lineup with everything from bloodthirsty demons and Flamin' Hot Cheetos to a toy designer from El Salvador and the highly anticipated Opening Night film Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves, directed by Jonathan Goldstein and John Francis Daley.
