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Enjoy Mother's Day Special Offerings at Omni La Mansión del Rio and Mokara Hotel & Spa
Omni La Mansión del Rio and Mokara Hotel and Spa are giving deserving moms the ultimate relaxation retreat for some much needed down time to de-stress & revitalize.
'Right to Repair' Movement Could Risk Patient Care for Disadvantaged Communities
Cutting corners in the medical field is unacceptable
In state legislatures across the country the “right to repair” movement is gaining momentum. Thirty-three states and Puerto Rico considered right to repair legislation during the 2023 legislative session. And while this might be a good idea for some products, policymakers should oppose any attempts to weaken regulated safety requirements for repairing life-saving and life-enhancing medical devices. Patient safety is too great a risk.
Houston native serves aboard U.S. Navy warship in Pearl Harbor
Petty Officer 2nd Class Janet Gonzalez, a native of Houston, Texas, is serving aboard USS Daniel K. Inouye, a U.S. Navy warship operating out of Pearl Harbor, Hawaii.
Because They Were Just Germans?
In my hometown of Williamsburg, Virginia, there is a living museum whose stated motto is: "That the future may learn from the past."
Study Confirms Black Women Are 3-4 Times More Likely to Die During Pregnancy
The death of a woman during pregnancy or after delivery is indeed a tragedy for a family. Unfortunately, more and more pregnant women in the United States die each year due to pregnancy or delivery complications, and black women are more likely to be a victim than white women.
The City of Houston and Houston Community College Partner on Executive Education Program
Build Up Houston 2017 Class
Twelve small business owners will participate in the 2017 Class of Build Up Houston. Now in its 3rd year, Build Up Houston is the city’s executive education program that supports construction companies currently operating and doing business in the City of Houston. The program utilizes Interise’s award-winning StreetWise 'MBA'™ curriculum and will cover topics such as business development, strategic planning, access to capital, government contacts, financials, marketing and sales, and human resources. Classes will meet bi-weekly from January 31, 2017 through July 2017 at the Houston Community College’s Central Campus.
Katy Prairie Conservancy offers Stewardship Saturdays each month for groups and individuals to help keep the Katy Prairie healthy
The Katy Prairie Conservancy invites the public to participate in Stewardship Saturdays, in which corporate groups, service organizations, and individuals can come out to the Indiangrass Preserve on the Katy Prairie and help maintain the health of this vital natural resource. Stewardship Saturdays, held on the first Saturday of each month, guide volunteers through several restoration tasks each week that keep the land healthy, including managing invasive species, clearing fences of vegetation, and planting native plants.
Biden Student Debt Forgiveness Begins Interested Borrowers Must Act by Oct. 31
President Joe Biden’s recent student debt cancellation announcement elicited a diverse range of reactions– some congratulatory, others critical, and still others that seem unsure what to make of the unprecedented multi-billion-dollar effort.
Texas sends ban on gender-affirming care for minors to governor’s desk
The Texas legislature Wednesday night voted to ban gender-affirming care for most minors, sending a bill to the governor’s desk that, if enacted, would put critical health care out of reach for transgender youth in America’s second-most-populous state.
Meet Houston Mayoral Candidate Gilbert Garcia
Houston residents are eagerly anticipating the upcoming mayoral election, where they will have the chance to choose a new leader for their city. With a diverse pool of candidates, ranging from seasoned politicians to fresh faces in the political arena, one individual has emerged as a standout contender: Gilbert Garcia. Although relatively new to politics, Garcia has made a significant impact on the Houston community and garnered attention for his vision and passion.
Hyatt Lost Pines Announces April Lineup for Live Music Series
Hyatt Regency Lost Pines and Visit Bastrop announce the April lineup for the “Live at Lost Pines” music series.
Houston Blues & Jazz Festival Featuring MonoNeon, Andy Timmons and James Francies Three Artist – One Night ONLY – Sat., Sept 24, 2022
Three Artist – One Night ONLY – Sat., Sept 24, 2022
We want our Houston Style Mag- azine readers to have fun and experience an evening of great entertainment of Blues and Jazz including three performances in one night at the Houston Blues and Jazz Festival at the 713 Music Hall on Saturday, September 24, 2022, starting at 7:00pm.
Biden Administration Offers New Plan After Supreme Court Halts Student Debt Cancellation Education Department says alternative SAVE Plan set to begin this July
On June 30, a long-awaited and consequential Supreme Court decision denied forgiveness that would have erased $430 billion of federal student loan balances for 20 million borrowers and lowered the median amount owed by another 23 million borrowers from $29,400 to $13,600.
How Will 2024 Elections Affect Diaspora?
With 2024 being the biggest election year in history, the role of diaspora is more crucial than ever.
With 2024 being the biggest election year in history — as over 70 countries with over four billion people send citizens to the polls — the role of diaspora is more crucial than ever.
Origins and Legacies: Celebrating the Founding Artists of Project Row Houses
Elevating Houston's Art Scene: Grand Opening of CCPPI’s 3131 Gallery in One Emancipation Center
Join us at the 3131 Gallery's grand opening to honor Garnet Coleman and celebrate Houston's vibrant artistic community!
Lift Review
Any film that begins with an elaborate, broad daylight heist deserves viewers’ attention. It’s what comes between that intro and the film’s adrenalin-pumping final hour that may give Netflix audiences reasons to take a refrigerator break.
Kinder HSPVA 50th Anniversary Alumni Exhibition
OCTOBER 28 – NOVEMBER 27, 2021 Opening Reception: Thursday, October 28, 6 – 8 pm DiverseWorks Gallery @MATCH 3400 Main Street Houston, TX 77002
Qatar is the ally we need to counter Putin's growing influence
Russia's reprehensible invasion of Ukraine has made one thing clear: The global order is changing. An axis of repressive, authoritarian world powers -- all with ties to Vladimir Putin -- is growing bolder and more confident, and wants to see America's influence decline.
Book Bans Are an Attack on the Freedom to Read, Teach and Learn
Truth is a threat to authoritarianism. Reading is a path to truth. That’s why the freedom to read is essential to the freedom to learn. And that’s why the freedom to learn is often attacked by those who abuse power and those who cling to it.
Seven Top Takeaways from this Year’s Midterms
As the dust settles on the midterm elections and the warnings of a “Red Wave” evaporate, it’s time to take a deep breath and take stock of what we’ve learned. There are many takeaways from the elections this year – and here are a few that top the list for me.
