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Texas Education Officials Reject Another Mexican-American Studies Textbook
For the second time in the last year, the State Board of Education rejected a proposed Mexican-American studies textbook, leaving teachers without any state-approved materials for teaching the course.
Students Benefit From David Weekley HomesSchool Supply Drive
David Weekley Homes hosted its third companywide CA+RE School Supplies Drive in 18 cities across the country. In Houston, school supplies were collected for Big Brothers Big Sisters of America, a nonprofit agency that provides children facing adversity with strong and enduring, professionally supported one-to-one relationships to positively impact their lives.
Harmony Public Schools Teachers receive 7.5 million in bonuses as part of TEA Incentive Allotment
Harmony Public Schools presented $7.5 million in bonuses to its teachers through the Texas Education Agency's Teacher Incentive Allotment program. Roughly 833 teachers across 62 campuses and 6 districts have been awarded. Nine Harmony teachers in Dallas received nearly $22,000 in bonuses.
Houston School Fair at the Zoo To Bring Learning Options, Free Fun to Families
Event to feature one-on-one application help, free admittance to zoo
A bilingual school fair at the Houston Zoo on Saturday, Jan. 21 offers families a chance to gather school information and enjoy special animal interactions, all in one morning.
Houston City Councilman Dwight Boykins' Letter On Enhanced Security
In lieu of recent acts of gun violence like the mass shooting at a Pittsburgh synagogue and the fatal workplace shooting this September at a Rite Aid distribution center in Maryland, many people have become increasingly concerned about security at public buildings including Houston City Hall.
John Whitmire Endorsed for Houston Mayor By Building Owners and Managers Association
John Whitmire announced today that the Houston Building Owners and Managers Association has endorsed him in his campaign for mayor of the City of Houston.
African Immigrants More Educated Than Most, Including Native-Born U.S. Citizens
Lots of the news from sub-Saharan Africa is about war, famine, poverty or political upheaval. So it’s understandable if many Americans think most Africans who immigrate to the United States are poorly educated and desperate. That’s the impression that President Trump left with his comments to members of Congress opposing admission of immigrants from “s*hole countries” in Africa and elsewhere.
LWV-Houston Complaint Leads to Reversal of USPS Decision to Prevent Distribution of Voter Registration Material at Post Offices
Voter registration cards and absentee ballot applications are once again available at Houston-area U.S. Post Offices, officials with the League of Women Voters of Houston announced today.
American Heart Association Hosts Free, Workout-Chic Health Symposium
Event will feature health screenings, education sessions and fun, interactive activities to combat heart disease
It’s time to put our hearts into fighting heart disease and Go Red for Women during Go Red Girlfriend weekend. An estimated 44 million women in the U.S. are affected by heart disease and stroke – the No.1 and No.5 killers of all women. In fact, 90 percent of all women have one or more risk factors for cardiovascular diseases and stroke.
Snooze Opens The Heights Location on Jan. 24
Snooze The Heights, the eatery’s fourth location in the Greater Houston area, is opening on Wednesday, January 24, 2018! Snooze The Heights guests can look forward to sweet and savory breakfast and brunch items in an energetic atmosphere with friendly service. This location boasts a fresh building design unlike any other Snooze. The 3,800-square-foot restaurant is industrially built using steel, glass and wood façade.
Helping People and Pets: BARC Houston Receives Mars Petcare Grant
BARC, the City of Houston's Animal Shelter and Adoption Center, is excited to announce that it has received a $20,000 grant from Mars Petcare to support its Healthy Pets Healthy Streets (HPHS) program, which provides free spay/neuter services to owned pets of qualifying Houston residents. As a 2022 BETTER CITIES FOR PETS™ Program Grant recipient, BARC will be able to expand outreach for the Healthy Pets, Healthy Streets initiative through translated program materials and marketing to more pet parents in underserved areas, including Houston's Complete Communities.
6th Annual Houston AfriFEST – a Festival of African Arts, Culture and Entertainment
Houston, the most diverse city in the U.S. will again take center stage as it pays tribute to the continent of Africa. On Saturday, October 27th, 2018 the Nigerian American Multicultural Council (NAMC) and the African Student Association – Houston Baptist University host its 6th annual Houston AfriFEST - a festival of African arts, culture, and entertainment from Noon to 8:00 p.m. on the grounds of the Houston Baptist University, located at 7502 Fondren Rd., Houston, TX 77074.
NAACP Files Suit Against Myrtle Beach for Racially Discriminatory Practices During Black Bike Week
City and Police Accused of Separate and Unequal Treatment of Black Bikers versus White Bikers
The National NAACP, the Myrtle Beach Branch of the NAACP and three individuals filed a complaint and motion for preliminary injunction in U.S. District Court for the District of South Carolina alleging that the City of Myrtle Beach and the City of Myrtle Beach Police Department discriminate against African-American tourists.
Houston artists create mural as tribute to 2020 high school seniors
New mural unveiled at upcoming celebration
A new mural celebrating the Houston area class of 2020 has been added to the iconic collection of murals in Graffiti Park, 2102 Leeland St. in East Downtown (EaDo). Internationally recognized Houston artist, Gonzo247 collaborated with artists Nicky Davis, JoJo, Sy and Carolyn Figueroa to create a vibrant, colorful piece filled with uplifting messages to inspire members of this year’s graduating class who have endured a difficult year, missing many traditional memories because of the COVID-19 pandemic.
The Texas Renaissance Festival Announces Launch of Weekly Podcast
TRF Partners with The Houston Pod for Podcast Production
The Texas Renaissance Festival (TRF) has announced a partnership with The Houston Pod for the production of their inaugural podcast, “Hear ye, Hear ye – A Texas Style Renaissance Podcast” that will launch on Wednesday, July 15 at 5 p.m. CST. The weekly podcast will be hosted by the King of the Festival, and will feature artisans, vendors, performers, and TRF managers providing an insider’s look into the production of the festival.
Houston Grand Opera Collaborates with Local Artist Reginald Adams in Labyrinth Series for Seeking the Human Spirit Initiative
Free community events to feature local poets, spoken word artists, and musicians
Houston Grand Opera, in partnership with Houston First, invites community members to tour a series of labyrinths created by local artist Reginald Adams during the opening nights of upcoming productions The Wreckers, El Milagro del Recuerdo, Werther, and Salome. Local poets, spoken word artists, and musicians will contribute to the experience by curating a multisensory atmosphere of deep reflection, meditation, and discovery for all on Fish Plaza outside Wortham Theater Center. The installations invite participants to connect not only with the operas, but also with their own inner spirits.
FIRST CLASS STUDENTS: UH College of Medicine Selects Inaugural Class
Maya Fontenot was gifted with a natural aptitude for science and math, but her passion for medi- cine and activism started as a child in southwest Houston. Though she grew up middle class, Fontenot recalls frequent visits to the county hospital with aunts and uncles who struggled with poverty... and their health. Those eye-opening and alarming experiences gave her a glimpse into the challenges “a poor person seeking medical care” can face.
Compassionate Cultivation reopens Houston temporary distribution site for medical cannabis prescription pickup
Temporary distribution site (TDS) at Sequoia Medical Practice in Houston, Texas, allows in-person pickup of cannabis medication
Statement from United Airlines Regarding Resolution with Dr. David Dao
We are pleased to report that United and Dr. Dao have reached an amicable resolution of the unfortunate incident that occurred aboard flight 3411. We look forward to implementing the improvements we have announced, which will put our customers at the center of everything we do.
Historic Portrait Unveiling and Dedication Ceremony to Be Held for Judges of 246th District Court
Judge John W. Peavy, Jr.’s Judge Peavy is not a stranger to making history and is a man of many “firsts”. Upon his appointment by Governor Dolph Briscoe in 1977, he became the first African American to serve as the first Family Law Judge in the state of Texas for the 246th District Court of Texas (1977-1994).
