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Houston Fire Fighters “Fill the Boot” to Support Kids and Adults with Muscle Debilitating Diseases
Houston, Texas, February 21, 2018 – On Wednesday March 21 at 10 a.m., the Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA), the Houston Fire Department and the Houston Professional Fire Fighters Association, IAFF Local 341 will hold a news conference to kick off the annual “Fill the Boot” campaign.
Bravo's Top Chef Selects Houston for Season 19
Houston’s Status As A Global Culinary Destination Cemented By The Emmy Award-Winning TV Series HOUSTON, Sept. 21, 2021 — With a focus on celebrating culture and diversity, the Emmy and James Beard
With a focus on celebrating culture and diversity, the Emmy and James Beard Award-winning culinary competition Top Chef selects Houston (ranked the nation’s most diverse city) for its series’ 19th season. The series, produced by Magical Elves, will premiere on Bravo in 2022. A new batch of talented chefs will be challenged all over the city, and host Padma Lakshmi, head judge Tom Colicchio, and judge Gail Simmons will all be back to crown the next Top Chef.
2022 The State of Hispanics – Data Summit hosted by the Houston Hispanic Chamber of Commerce
The Houston Hispanic Chamber of Commerce will host its 2022 The State of Hispanics – Data Summit at the Intercontinental Houston Medical Center. The program will feature a day filled with discussions on Houston’s Economic Outlook, and the hard data and true impact of Hispanics across the region, state, and country. Dr. Laura Murillo, President and CEO of the Houston Hispanic Chamber of Commerce will dialogue with speakers to include Jesse Thompson, Senior Business Economist from the Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas and Dr. Jim Granato, Dean and Professor at the Hobby School of Public Affairs, University of Houston.
Prince Royce Joins Forces With Cigna to Work Against COVID-19 Disparities in Houston
Cigna Health Improvement Tour comes to Houston offering free flu shots, PPE and Covid-19 resources.
Immigrants Fear Deportation Amid ICE Raid Rumors
Many people in Houston’s immigrant community are on edge following arrests last week in Austin and elsewhere.
Mayor Turner Appoints New METRO Board Member
Mayor Sylvester Turner today announced the appointment of Diann L. Lewter to the Metropolitan Transit Authority (METRO) Board of Directors.
Jamila Barefield Receives Her Angel Wings
In 2014, Jamila Barefield heard the words no one ever wants to hear. “You have cancer.” She has just an examination of her colon in 2013 and doctor told her everything looked well. The thing is that the doctors only examine half of Jamila’s colon. He didn’t even look at her other half with cancerous polyps. That might have cured if treated early enough. Sadly, there were not. This began her three-year battle with colon cancer.
Miles Ahead Scholars program boosts student grades, attendance in inaugural year
The inaugural year of the Houston Independent School District’s Miles Ahead Scholars (MAS) program for students at Wheatley, Worthing, and Kashmere high schools resulted in decreases in discipline problems and increases in grades and attendance rates, according to an internal study by the district.
Governor's Committee On People With Disabilities Announces 2020 Barbara Jordan Media Award Winners
The Governor’s Committee on People with Disabilities (GCPD) today announced the winners of the 2020 Barbara Jordan Media Awards for media content created in 2019. Established in 1982, the Barbara Jordan Media Awards recognize the respectful, accurate portrayal of people with disabilities by media professionals and students. In response to the challenges presented by the COVID-19 pandemic, GCPD and their partners at the Texas A&M University Department of Communication, Journalism Studies created a virtual awards program honoring the winners and highlighting their outstanding work.
New Sculpture Exhibit “Woman: Spirit of the Universe” Showcases the Journey to Equality
The Heritage Society hosts a women’s history exhibit by local artist
On Tuesday, July 5, a sculpture exhibit representing the collars that adorned the shoulders of historical women will be open to the public at The Heritage Society’s Museum Gallery at 1100 Bagby Street.
Caring, Healing, Teaching: Meet Cordegus Monette, HCDE's August Employee of the Month
For 20 years, Cordegus Monette has been educating and supporting students in alternative learning environments to help them forge a path for their futures. As the transition specialist at Harris County Department of Education’s Academic and Behavior School West, Monette believes part of his job is to show students the possibilities the future holds for them. He does this by demonstrating he believes in them so they can believe in themselves.
A Message About the 2020-2021 Houston ISD School Year
We have officially reached the end of the 2019-2020 school year! Each of you played an es- sential role in the education of our children this year. As educators, we often say, “It takes a village.” This mindset has never been more critical than now.
Chairman Coleman Announces County Affairs Hearing in Houston
Chairman Garnet Coleman (D-Houston) has announced that the House Committee on County Affairs will meet in Houston on February 6th to hear from experts and the public regarding interim charges related to Hurricane Harvey and flooding. Additionally, the Committee will discuss the implementation of Senate Bill 1849 otherwise known as the "Sandra Bland Act."
Four Houston Refugee Resettlement Agencies Form Collaborative to Raise $8.5 Million for Houston Afghan Resettlement Efforts
The Kinder Foundation and Houston Endowment gift $3 million in total to help Afghan families build new lives in Houston
The Alliance, Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston, Interfaith Ministries for Greater Houston, and YMCA of Greater Houston have joined forces to form the Houston Afghan Resettlement Fund (HARF) to raise support for vetted Afghan families who are resettling to the Houston area.
ongressman Al Green Ho sts “For the Children Day of Action” Free Drive-Thru School Supply and Mask Distributi on at Westbury High School, All Students Welcome
On Wednesday, September 2, 2020, Congressman Al Green hosted a free, drive-thru school supply and mask distribution at Westbury High School for local students of all grade levels. Congressman Green released the following statement:
Houston Health Day Event to Feature Health Demos, Services Offered by Houston Health Department
The Houston Health Department will showcase its health services and programs during the second annual Houston Health Day, a free event full of activities, games and prizes that encourage exercise.
Classic Disney Masterpiece Fantasia Projected On a Big Screen with Live Score
Jan. 5-7
Principal POPS Conductor Steven Reineke and the Houston Symphony bring magic and animation to Jones Hall with Disney Fantasia—Film with Live Orchestra Jan. 5-6 at 8 p.m. and Jan. 7 at 2:30 p.m.
Astros Foundation and PGA TOUR announce five-year partnership for the Houston Open
The PGA TOUR, the Astros Foundation and its Board of Directors, led by Astros Owner & Chairman Jim Crane, announced a five-year partnership for the Houston Open beginning with the 2019 event. The Astros Foundation will operate the event and serve as the host organization.
AFC-Texas Cheers Governor Abbott Educational Freedom Announcement
“Thanks to Greg Abbott’s leadership, the educational freedom movement in Texas has been lit on fire”
The American Federation for Children - Texas (TFC) today cheered Governor Abbott for his leadership in announcing a landmark change in supporting funding following the child to any educational setting of their parents’ choice.
Angie Harmon, Rosanette & Harry Cullen Honored at UNICEF Audrey Hepburn Society Ball in Houston
On Wednesday evening, the Southwest Regional Office of UNICEF USA hosted the fourth annual UNICEF Audrey Hepburn Society Ball at the Marriott Marquis in Houston, Texas. The event, emceed by Great Day Houston host Deborah Duncan and featuring a special performance by Michael Bolton, celebrated UNICEF’s lifesaving work and honored UNICEF Ambassador and actor Angie Harmon with the Spirit of Compassion Award. Since her appointment as a UNICEF Ambassador in 2013, Angie has served as a spokesperson for UNICEF USA’s End Trafficking Initiative and has traveled to Vietnam to bring awareness to UNICEF’s lifesaving programs for children.
