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H-E-B and Black Professional Cowboys and Cowgirls Association Host 21st Annual "Heritage Day" Experience
Texas Tradition Raises Funds for BPCCA Scholarship, Features Houston’s Largest Black Rodeo
Black Professional Cowboys & Cowgirls Association (BPCCA) will host the 21st annual “Heritage Day” Experience on Saturday, March 14 from noon – 10 PM at the Humble Civic Center. This family-friendly event celebrates the rich culture and traditions of African American families with Houston’s largest black rodeo, LIVE entertainment and delicious Southern cuisine. Proceeds will benefit the BPCCA Scholarship Fund.
Harris County DA's Office: Former HISD Secretary to Pay Restitution for Embezzlement, Small Fire
A former secretary at a Houston Independent School District elementary school pleaded guilty this week to stealing about $35,000 in school activity funds and will pay the money back, as well as paying to repair damage from a small fire that she set to divert attention, Harris County District Attorney Kim Ogg announced.
Commissioners Court Commits $32M in Funding to Ensure Digital Access to Low-Income Harris County Students
The Digital Access Program will Provide Devices and WiFi Hot Spots to Students
All children deserve to have access to high-quality education. However, as public health experts have recommended that we delay in-person instruction and our schools move classes online, some children have been left without the tools to continue their education. Low-income families often cannot afford high-speed internet access and devices that their children need to complete their online coursework, leaving thousands of students without a way to begin school during the pandemic.
Council Member Abbie Kamin Launches Domestic Violence Awareness Initiative
Today, Council Member Kamin joined Mayor Sylvester Turner, Houston Police Chief Art Acevedo, and several nonprofit and corporate partners to launch a city-wide domestic violence awareness initiative. This initiative is in response to the increase in reports of domestic violence in Houston, as many victims are homebound with their abusers during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Shell Donates Custom Built "Super Gyro" Synergy Truck to Houston Food Bank
Truck to be used to help provide food for children in Houston communities
To support the Houston Food Bank in reaching their goal of providing five million hot meals for children in the Houston community by 2018, Shell is donating their custom built “Super Gyro” Synergy Truck, a product of the latest collaboration with the Shell #makethefuture campaign to the organization. The Synergy truck features several energy technologies which help to sustainably power the kitchen and the production of food from within the truck.
Travis Scott Figurine Raffle Benefiting RMHC of Greater Houston/Galveston
Houston Area raffle impacts underserved communities in Greater Houston & Galveston
Ronald McDonald House Charities® (RMHC) of Greater Houston/Galveston is excited to announce a raffle to win Travis Scott action figure #2 as seen in the Travis Scott Meal commercial from McDonald’s. Only 15 of the Travis Scott action figures were made in 2020. Raffle tickets can be purchased for $20 each through 11:59 pm March 2, 2021. Drawing will be held and winner announced on March 4, 2021. The contest is open to any resident of the Greater Houston area aged 18 or older. To buy a ticket, use the QR code at the bottom of this press release or visit rmhcghg.org/cactus-jack.
TUTS Leading Ladies Luncheon Honors Cissy Segall Davis and Raised Over $100,000
Theatre Under The Stars hosted the Leading Ladies Luncheon on April 22 at Houston’s renowned Tony’s on Richmond Ave. The event honored Cissy Segall Davis with the Shirley Stein Outstanding Champion in the Arts and Education Award for her extensive work in the arts community in Houston.
Glam4good Mobilizes the Fashion Industry to Restore Wardrobes & Beauty Essentials for Women and Their Families Devastated By Hurricane Harvey
Fashion & Beauty’s Most Recognized Brands Come Together in Support of GLAM4GOOD’S #SHOPPINGSPREE4FREE in Houston – Hosted by Charming Charlie
GLAM4GOOD, the award-winning, empowerment platform and non-profit organization, is headed to Texas to hold a disaster relief initiative in Houston on Saturday, September 23rd. With the generous support of Dee and Tommy Hilfiger, this event will help restore the wardrobes and personal care essentials for hundreds of women and their families who have been affected by the devastation of Hurricane Harvey.
The Many Reasons Behind The Increase In Twins
First Beyoncé and Jay Z, then Amal and George Clooney. It seems like twin pregnancy announcements are popping up everywhere. According to medical studies, it may not be a coincidence.
Houston Named The Most Diverse City In The U.S. In Recent Survey
There's no doubt that Houston is a diverse city. In fact, the Bayou City has held the distinction of being one of America's most diverse cities for several years running.
NAACP Reveals Tactics Fossil Fuel Industry Uses to Manipulate Communities of Color
The fossil fuel industry regularly deploys manipulative and dishonest tactics when engaging with communities of color, often working to co-opt the respect and authority of minority-led groups to serve corporate goals.
Terminally Ill Teen Dies Days After Chat With Beyoncè
A terminally ill teen from Houston, Texas sadly lost her battle with cancer just days after talking with her musical hero Beyoncè, reports The Associated Press.
Therapist Ashley Scott’s Workspace Incorporates Shower Curtain, Family Dog, Plenty of Patience
Reinventing her office space during COVID-19 is an exercise in creativity for Harris County Department of Education occupational therapist Ashley Scott.
Unprecedented Demand for Mental Health Services in the Local Region Creates Urgent Need for HGI Counseling
After more than two years of the onset of the global COVID-19 pandemic, the 44-year-old nonprofit organization HGI Counseling is confronting an unprecedented demand for its mental health services in the Greater Houston region. Since March 2020, HGI Counseling has experienced an increase of 600 percent in the number of therapy sessions it completes on an ongoing basis.
NAACP Statement On Confirmation of Gorsuch
NAACP President and CEO Cornell William Brooks issued the following statement regarding the Senate’s confirmation of Judge Neil Gorsuch to the United States Supreme Court.
Harris County Department of Education Announces Teens for 2018 Regional Scholastic Art & Writing Awards
Teen awardees for the 2018 Harris County Department of Education Regional Scholastic Art & Writing Awards are announced as a record 6,225 Harris County entries are judged in the prestigious competition. Recipients join the ranks with iconic writers and artists Sylvia Plath, Robert Redford, Truman Capote, Andy Warhol and Richard Avedon, who all earned awards as Scholastic Art & Writing awards as teens.
As Good As It Gets?
Can it get any better? What a fantastic string of days we've enjoyed, with comfortable temperatures, low humidity and clear, blue skies. For Houston, these are the, "Top 10" days and tomorrow comes in at a close second, only because it'll be slightly warmer. But will it last?
Houston Mayor John Whitmire, City Controller Chris Hollins Mark First Visit in New Term
Today, Mayor Whitmire visited with City Controller Chris Hollins to begin a dialogue on how the Administration and the Controller’s Office can best work together to serve Houstonians while addressing the City’s looming fiscal challenges.
New Report Highlights How Charter School Leaders of Color Build Strong School Culture to Drive Student Success
Today, the National Alliance for Public Charter Schools (National Alliance), in partnership with Public Impact, released "Identity and Charter School Leadership: Profiles of Leaders of Color Building a Strong School Culture." This final report in a three-part series examines how the experiences of leaders of color influenced them to build a school environment where students learn, grow and thrive.
Houston-Area Finalists Announced for H-E-B Primo Picks Quest for Texas Best Contest
25 top culinary creators from Texas head to Austin finals, compete for $70,000 in prizes
Out of nearly 600 entries, eight local food artisans have been named finalists in the fourth annual H-E-B Primo Picks Quest for Texas Best search for new and innovative products. The Quest for Texas Best is a signature program for H-E-B’s Primo Picks brand, which labels best-in-store products, all unique, delicious, and new. Since its inception in 2014, the Quest for Texas Best competition has yielded more than 200 new products on H-E-B store shelves across the state.
