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Sony Corporation of America Announces $1.7 Million Donation to the International African American Museum
Creating a New Generation of Visitor Experiences
Today, the International African American Museum announced a $1.7 million product donation from Sony Corporation of America (SCA), on behalf of Sony Corporation and its U.S. affiliates. The Museum is scheduled to open in 2022 at the former Gadsden's Wharf in Charleston, SC. Historians estimate nearly half of all African captives brought to America arrived in Charleston, most of them at Gadsden's Wharf.
Kate’s Real Food Introduces Best Flavor Yet - the Classic and Craveable Dark Chocolate Mint
Kate’s Real Food, named the “Best Little Energy Bar in America'' by Forbes, and included in the Forbes 2020 holiday gift guide must-have list, is thrilled to announce the newest addition to the Kate’s lineup: the Dark Chocolate Mint Bar. Get ready to fuel your every adventure with this organic twist on your favorite classic flavor.
The House Passes the John R. Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act (H.R. 4)
House lawmakers approved new legislation aimed at protecting the right to vote on Tuesday, amid a wave of restrictive new elections laws from Republican-controlled state legislatures.
Harris County Announces $30M Plan to Bring More Nurses to Hospitals Across the Area
As local hospitals grapple with overwhelmed emergency rooms and intensive care units due to the COVID pandemic, Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo has proposed a $30 million plan to bring in more assistance.
Foodventures Outside of Houston
If you are not quite ready to hit the airport, I would love to invite you to explore the great city of Houston and its surrounding areas for an amazing foodventure. Driving up I-45 North, about an hour outside The Woodlands, is the beautiful town of Trinity. As we were driving, we saw a sign that said, “SHRIMP & BACON TACOS” and we had to make a U-turn.
Harris County Files Amicas Brief With Texas Supreme Court Opposing Sovereign Immunity For ERCOT
Prolonged Blackouts Caused The Deaths of Nearly 80 Texans
Today, the Harris County Attorney’s Office (HCAO) filed an amicus (friend of the court) brief with the Texas Supreme Court opposing the Electricity Reliability Cooperative of Texas’s (ERCOT) argument that it is en- titled to governmental immunity (which would bar most people from suing ER- COT). The brief warns were the court to grant the ERCOT immunity, ERCOT could use that ruling to oppose lawsuits by residents in the wake of Winter Storm Uri and the collapse of the energy grid.
CBS Studios /NAACP Venture and the Black List Partner to Identify Television Writers Telling Black Stories
CBS Studios/NAACP Will Provide a WGA-Minimum Script Deal
CBS Studios/NAACP Production Venture and The Black List today announce a new initiative to discover episodic writing talent whose work authentically represents the Black experience. CBS/NAACP’s production partnership, run by Sheila Ducksworth, will offer a WGA-minimum script deal to one of the writers identified by this initiative.
The Houston Health Department observes World AIDS Day to remember lives lost
Free testing offered at all department health centers
The Houston Health Department (HHD) joins the world on December 1 in remembering the millions of lives lost to AIDS. The department urges awareness, education and testing to help prevent the spread of HIV in Houston communities.
Exchange and Comcast NBCUniversal Team Up to Provide Service Members with Free Streaming of the Tokyo Olympic and Paralympic Games
NBCUniversal to Stream 5,500 Hours of Olympic Coverage; 1,000 Hours for Paralympics
The Exchange and Comcast NBCUniversal announced today that U.S. service members and honorably discharged Veterans worldwide will be able to stream NBCUniversal’s extensive coverage of the Tokyo Olympic and Paralympic Games from their personal devices and computers through ShopMyExchange.com.
Harris County Attorney Christian D. Menefee Secures $900,000 Settlement from ITC Due to an Explosion at Its Deer Park Facility
Harris County Attorney Christian D. Menefee settled a lawsuit with Intercontinental Terminals Company (ITC) for $900,000 in connection with the 2019 Deer Park fire. Two years ago, a fire erupted at ITC’s bulk liquid terminal when a tank containing a flammable liquid hydrocarbon mixture caught fire, eventually spreading to additional tanks. The fire created a plume over the entirety of the City of Houston before the fire was extinguished days later. The fire made national news and closed local schools and businesses.
Harris County Attorney Christian D. Menefee Secures a $900,000 Settlement From ITC - Due to Deer Park Explosion
Harris County Attorney Christian D. Menefee settled a lawsuit with Intercontinental Terminals Company (ITC) for $900,000 in connection with the 2019 Deer Park fire. Two years ago, a fire erupted at ITC’s bulk liquid terminal when a tank containing a flammable liquid hydrocarbon mixture caught fire, eventually spreading to additional tanks. The fire created a plume over the entirety of the City of Houston before the fire was extinguished days later. The fire made national news and closed local schools and businesses.
KHOU 11 and TEGNA Foundation Award $88,000 in Community Grants to Aid 8 Houston-Area Nonprofit Organizations
KHOU 11 and the TEGNA Foundation, the charitable foundation sponsored by TEGNA Inc. (NYSE: TGNA), have awarded 8 area nonprofit organizations community grants totaling $88,000.
Increasing Wildfire Risk for Southeast Texas and Surrounding Area
Southeast Texas and the surrounding area is currently experiencing an extended period of hot and dry weather. A prolonged period of accelerated drying will expand the area of dry to extremely dry vegetation across the landscape and have the potential to support wildfire activity. Texas A&M Forest Service continues to monitor the situation closely and has positioned personnel and equipment across the areas of concern for a quick and effective response to any new wildfire ignitions.
“Wobbly-wheel” scammer who victimized at least 25 people sentenced to six years in prison
A Spring Branch man has been sentenced to six years in prison after pleading guilty to engaging in organized criminal activity for his part in a “wobbly-wheel” scam, Harris County District Attorney Kim Ogg announced Tuesday.
Fort Bend County Awarding over $11 Million in American Rescue Plan Act Funds to Non-Profits
Fort Bend County Judge KP George today announced the recipients of the Fort Bend County American Rescue Plan Act Non-Profit Grant Program funds. This allocation, which is the first of its kind, will result in over $11 million in grant funds being dispersed to non-profit organizations that were impacted by the pandemic and those that address critical needs within the community.
‘WE ALL EAT’ PROGRAM AWARDED ADDITIONAL $5 MILLION FOR MEAL DISTRIBUTION IN FORT BEND CO.
Nearly 500,000 free meals distributed to local residents since start of We All Eat program
The Texas Black Expo announces that Fort Bend County has awarded an additional $5 million to its We All Eat program, which provides meals to those in need from local restaurants. This latest award puts a total funding amount of the program at $10.4 million. To date, nearly 500,000 free meals have been distributed to families in Fort Bend County via the program, a rate that is expected to nearly double by the end of the year.
Transition to Fall Fashion with Tommy Bahama
Can it truly be Fall already? Tommy Bahama continues their 30th Anniversary celebration with a nod to relaxation and the carefree spirit from which the lifestyle brand was born. Signature prints, ultra-soft fabrics, and effortless silhouettes live on even when days grow shorter, and hemlines and sleeves get longer. National Relaxation Day is August 15 – and Tommy Bahama uses this day to kick off the Fall season as the “unofficial outfitter” of the day of relaxation, with a dress code that is carefree and comfortable with relaxed styling that celebrates comfort as the endless days of summer give way to Indian summer.
Festive and Fun Happening at Finn Hall
Juneteenth, Pride Month, Live Music, New Extended Hours and More!
Finn Hall, Downtown Houston’s premiere food hall, is celebrating the summer with new extended hours and hosting festive happenings for Juneteenth and Houston’s Pride weekend. Discover new food options until 10 p.m. and drinks from Swallow’s Nest until 11 p.m. every Thursday through Saturday and a range of festive and fun events planned for the month of June.
Jackson State University Will Honor President Emeritus John Peoples During 144th Founders’ Day Convocation on Oct. 28President Emeritus John A. Peoples, Jr. Ph.D. will receive an honorary doctorate of
President Emeritus John A. Peoples, Jr. Ph.D. will receive an honorary doctorate of humane letters during Jackson State University’s 144th Founders’ Day Convocation on Thursday, Oct. 28th at 10 a.m. on the Gibbs-Green Plaza, which will also be livestreamed.
Houston Firefighters Continue Tradition of Holiday Giving with Annual Toy Drive Kick-Off
The Houston Fire Department is kicking off its annual toy giveaway for area children starting November 5 thru December 15, 2021. For the next few weeks Houston Firefighters will work alongside with the community and corporate sponsors to collect and distribute toys and gifts to families in need. The toys collected will be distributed December 18, 2021.
