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Discovery Green® to Transform Downtown Park into a Winning Wonderland for Houstonians
The Holiday Season Will Come to Life with an Ice-Skating Rink, Winter Movie Nights, Opportunities to Meet (and Skate With!) Santa, an Incredible Outdoor Art Installation, and more.
Bayou Preservation Association presents 18th Annual Symposium Oct. 6-7
“Green, in a Word, Is Good” is a virtual event featuring experts and thought leaders
The Bayou Preservation Association presents its 18th Annual Symposium Wednesday, Oct. 6 and Thursday, Oct. 7 as a virtual event with the theme Green, in a Word, Is Good. The Symposium, from 8 a.m. – noon over two days, will focus on green infrastructure as our path to a sustainable and resilient future.
Acres Homes initiates arts grants as part of mayor's Complete Communities program
Acres Homes announces seven arts and cultural projects selected for the Visit My Neighborhood program of Mayor Sylvester Turner’s Complete Communities initiative—the first of the five pilot communities to announce its programs.
Sheila Jackson Lee Celebrated for Her Involvement in Extending D-SNAP Services in Houston
TMO clergy members and leaders are meeting Tuesday at Christ Church Cathedral to recognize Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee for efforts to extend D-SNAP services in Harris County.
NFL Shop at Super Bowl LI Presented By Visa Elevates the Houston Retail Experience with Concerts, Signing, Food Demos, Exclusive Product and More
NFL SHOP at Super Bowl presented by Visa, opens Saturday, January 28 at George R. Brown Convention Center, and serves as the ultimate fan destination in the Greater Houston area. The 35,000-square foot NFL SHOP is free to the public and does not require a ticket for NFL Experience to enter.
Houston Educators, School Personnel and Community Groups Issue Recommendations for Safe Reopening of Houston Schools
Key Recommendation: Open School Year with Virtual Learning if Number of Cases of COVID-19 Has Not Declined for 14 Consecutive Days
Houston educators and community groups released comprehensive recommendations today for reopening Houston public schools in the absence of adequate guidelines from the state or the Houston Independent School District, saying they won’t sacrifice the health and safety of any student or school employee just for the sake of reopening school buildings.
Mourning the Loss of Award-Winning Actress Detria Marie Ward
The Ensemble Theatre, family, and friends mourn the loss of veteran award-winning actress Detria Marie Ward who transitioned Sunday, November 17, 2019. Her memorial service and funeral arrangements are pending.
Governor Abbott Appoints Three To Texas Board Of Occupational Therapy Examiners
Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Eddie Jessie and reappointed Jennifer Clark and Todd Novosad to the Texas Board of Occupational Therapy Examiners for terms set to expire February 1, 2025. The board licenses and regulates occupational therapy services in the state of Texas.
Houston-Area School Declared Over 1,700 Active COVID Cases Less Than One Week After Session Started
One week or less after Houston-area schools started their sessions, the school district website reported over 1,700 active COVID-19 cases among their students.
Walk-On’s Set for Grand Opening of First Baytown Restaurant
Award-winning brand to host ribbon-cutting ceremony and give away free Walk-On’s to one of the first 100 guests in line on Nov. 7
Race fans, sports fans and fans of good food are already revved up because Walk-On’s Sports Bistreaux is set to open its first Baytown restaurant on Monday, Nov. 7!
The Women’s Fund Hosts Health and Wellness Awareness Presentation on Sleep Health
The Women’s Fund for Health Education and Resiliency, a nonprofit providing Houston-area women and girls with the tools needed to be advocates for their health, will host a “Sleep Health” presentation exploring the importance of sleep in overall health, benefits of good sleep, consequences of inadequate sleep, sleep disorders, and tips for getting a better night’s sleep with guest speaker Dr. Ali Al-Himyary on Wednesday, November 16, 2022, from Noon to 1 p.m.
Holocaust Museum Houston Offers Free Admission on First and Third Sundays, Starting on Labor Day Weekend
For families on a budget, Holocaust Museum Houston (HMH) will host ExxonMobil Free Family Sundays the first and third Sundays September through November starting Labor Day weekend’s Sunday, September 3. HMH will be open to the public Labor Day, Monday, September 4 with free admission for active duty servicemembers and their families through the Blue Star Museums program. Admission is always free for ages 18 and under.
HCDE Opens New Adult Education Learning Center with Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
Harris County Department of Education hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Wednesday to celebrate the opening of its new Adult Education Learning Center in north Houston.
What Kind of Principal Turns Around A Failing School?
A Visionary Change-Maker/Activist From Houston
Heroes live among us but are so busy “saving the world” that they often exist under the radar and go unrecognized. Luckily for us, legendary educator/activist and author, Dr. Bertie Simmons wrote it all down in a memoir that spans her life before, during and after the turning around of a failing school - and not without controversy.
HISD launches ‘Let’s Stay Connected’ mental health hotline for students and parents
The Houston Independent School District launched the Let’s Stay Connected mental health hotline for students and parents today to provide emotional, social, and psychological support to students and parents who feel the need for assistance.
More Babies Born with Sickle Cell Disease in Greater Houston Area Than Other Regions of Texas
Annual summit aims to raise awareness, advocacy and action surrounding painful genetic blood disorder
Approximately 70 babies per year in the Greater Houston area are born with the painful genetic disorder called sickle cell disease, more than any other region of Texas. Of the estimated 100,000 Americans living with the rare condition, approximately 7,000 are Texans.
Winner Winner! Chicken Dinner!
When meeting new people, you should never ask, “So, what do you do for work?”. I ask one simple and impactful question, “So what did you eat today?”. I had the pleasure of asking King Borris of the kB Experiment podcast this question, just to find out that he is as passionate about food as he is about criminal justice! You guys, I found a new foodie friend to add to my foodie family. Not only did he suggest the restaurant, but he did the infamous foodie description of what he ate.
Winner Winner! Chicken Dinner!
When meeting new people, you should never ask, “So, what do you do for work?”. I ask one simple and impactful question, “So what did you eat today?”. I had the pleasure of asking King Borris of the kB Experiment podcast this question, just to find out that he is as passionate about food as he is about criminal justice! You guys, I found a new foodie friend to add to my foodie family. Not only did he suggest the restaurant, but he did the infamous foodie description of what he ate.
Governor Abbott Presents 2018 Star Of Texas Awards
Governor Greg Abbott today presented the 2018 Star of Texas Awards to peace officers, firefighters and first responders who demonstrated heroism in service to their communities and the State of Texas. The Star of Texas Awards were created in 2003 by the Texas Legislature to honor the men and women who have been killed or sustained injuries in the line of duty.
The 2023 Pink Awards Celebrates a Night of Excellence and Welcomes Hosts Carl Payne and Malik Yoba
Prestigious Honorees Announced for the Annual Ceremony
Hailed as one of Atlanta’s premier breast cancer awareness events, The Pink Awards is set for Saturday, February 25, 2023, inside Southwest Atlanta’s Riverside EpiCenter. This year’s awards will be co-hosted by “Martin” alum and celebrated actor Carl Anthony Payne II and 3x NAACP Image Award Winner and “NY Undercover Actor” Malik Yoba.
