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Bryan-College Station teachers receive pay increase from Harmony Public School
Harmony Public Schools teachers in Bryan-College Station will receive an increase in base salary next year, following a weekend vote by the Harmony Public Schools Executive Board.
Beaumont teachers receive pay increase from Harmony Public Schools
Harmony Public Schools teachers in Beaumont will receive an increase in base salary next year, following a weekend vote by the Harmony Public Schools Executive Board.
David Weekley Homes Collects Thousands of Meals, Donations During Annual Food Drive
More than 12,000 people locally – and 60,000 nationwide – in need received a hearty meal to celebrate the Thanksgiving holiday through the partnership of David Weekley Homes and 18 charities across the U.S. In Houston, Weekley joined with Houston Food Bank, a nonprofit organization that provides nutritious meals to food pantries, soup kitchens, senior centers and other agencies in 18 southeast Texas counties.
Houston Pension Solution Takes Historic Step Forward in Texas Legislature
After hearing testimony from Mayor Sylvester Turner and many others, the Texas Senate State Affairs Committee today voted to send the Houston Pension Solution to the full senate for approval. With one exception, the measure passed out of committee is the same reform package supported by a 16-1 vote of City Council and forwarded to Austin by the City of Houston.
Houston Pension Solution Takes Historic Step Forward in Texas Legislature
After hearing testimony from Mayor Sylvester Turner and many others, the Texas Senate State Affairs Committee today voted to send the Houston Pension Solution to the full senate for approval. With one exception, the measure passed out of committee is the same reform package supported by a 16-1 vote of City Council and forwarded to Austin by the City of Houston.
Investigation into Male Found Fatally Shot at 300 Heights Boulevard
Houston police are investigating the fatal shooting of a male found at 300 Heights Boulevard about 12:15 a.m. today (March 30).
Yolanda Adams Inducted Into Music Hall of Fame
Multi-Grammy award winning singer, Yolanda Adams is a Gospel Music Hall of Fame 2017 Inductee. The ceremony will take place on May 9, 2017, in Nashville, TN, at Lipscomb University Allen Arena.
Lynn Clouser for City Council At-Large Position #2 in November
Lynn Clouser, long-time Missouri City resident, volunteer and advocate, continues a legacy of civic leadership by announcing her candidacy for city council.
Houston Public Library Unveils First Barbara Jordan Monument in Houston
Mayor Sylvester Turner, Houston City Council Member Abbie Kamin, and Houston Public Library (HPL) Director Dr. Rhea Brown Lawson, honored guests and more gathered at Houston Public Library (HPL)’s African American History Research Center (AAHRC) at the Gregory School Thursday, July 27, to honor the late Barbara C. Jordan (1936-1996) and unveil Houston’s first monument dedicated to her.
HMAAC Announces Poet Laureate Emeritus – Deborah Mouton Artist Residency At The Power Center
The Houston Museum of African American Culture (HMAAC) is pleased to announce the May/June HMAAC artist residency of Deborah Mouton, the internationally known writ- er, educator, activist, performer, and the first Black Poet Laureate of Houston, Texas. The residency will take place at The Power Center in Houston, Texas and will involve engagement of students from The Imani School.
Richard Carranza From Houston Chosen as New NYC Schools Chancellor
Mayor Bill de Blasio announced a new pick for the Education Department’s chancellor just days after his first choice turned the position down.
Lawsuit claims 15 Houston gas stations sell Viagra-laced 'enhancement' pills
KPRC is reporting a lawsuit has been filed Monday claiming that 15 gas stations in the Houston area are selling “male enhancement” pills that contain undisclosed drugs including Viagra.
HBCU Friends Build a Spirited Legacy of Inclusion and Giving Back at Houston Black-Owned Distillery
Jubilee Spirits Founders focus on expanding diversity and equity with premium products that give back to the next generation
Jubilee Spirits, a new Black-owned, Houston-based distillery, is making history while celebrating history, with a unique group of founders and the company’s first ultra-premium spirits product- General Orders No.3 (GO3) Vodka.
Harris County Department of Education Trustees Approve CASE Debates to Serve At-risk Students
A nationally recognized debate program, the Houston Urban Debate League (HUDL), will serve 300 low-income, at-risk high school students in the Harris County area after the Board of Trustees approved the initiative on July 18.
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.
EPA Chief Visits Houston’s Heavily Polluted Neighborhoods as Residents Call for Accountability
During EPA Administrator Michael Regan’s visit, residents expressed concerns about a range of issues, including concrete batch plants, creosote contamination and the cumulative impact of pollution from multiple facilities concentrated in the same area.
Reminder: Northeast Water Purification Plant Expansion Project
Houston City Council Member Dave Martin would like to invite residents to attend an informational open house on Wednesday, October 25 or Wednesday, November 15 to learn about the expansion of the Northeast Water Purification Plant (NEWPP) located at 12121 N. Sam Houston Parkway East, Humble, TX 77396.
The Baker Hughes Foundation Contributes $50,000 to Houston’s Emancipation Park Conservancy
Grant will support educational programs, park cleanup activities and COVID recovery
The Baker Hughes Foundation has announced a $50,000 grant to support Emancipation Park Conservancy. The funds will support educational programs, park maintenance, and safety equipment for the park. The grant is part of a broader commitment by Baker Hughes to participate in community programs, volunteerism and engagement with the organization.
TThe Baker Hughes Foundation Contributes $50,000 to Houston’s Emancipation Park Conservancy
Grant will support educational programs, park cleanup activities and COVID recovery
The Baker Hughes Foundation has announced a $50,000 grant to support Emancipation Park Conservancy. The funds will support educational programs, park maintenance, and safety equipment for the park. The grant is part of a broader commitment by Baker Hughes to participate in community programs, volunteerism and engagement with the organization.
Toyota Implements Relief Payment Program for Those Impacted by Hurricane Harvey
Gulf States Toyota, the regional distributorship for Toyota in Texas and a longtime member of the Houston community, has felt the devastation of Hurricane Harvey firsthand and seen the destruction left in its wake.
