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State Rep. Penny Morales Shaw On Pending Bills in the Texas State Legislature
State Representative Penny Morales Shaw shares her views on the bills before the state Senate. She is an attorney in Houston, Texas, where she represents the 148th District in the Texas House of Representatives, which includes parts of Spring Branch, Garden Oaks / Oak Forest, Carverdale, and Cypress-Fairbanks.
Houston native performs during St. Louis Navy Week
Musician 1st Class James Randorff, from Houston, assigned to Navy Band Great Lakes performs at Central Visual and Performing Arts High School in St. Louis, May 9, 2023.
Inaugural “Laughs with Legends” Event Honors Houston Oilers Legend Warren Moon
Event also features Comedy Headliner George Wallace, and the “Legends Liars Club” - Former NFL Greats Andre Reed, Larry Centers, John Randle and Bubby Brister
A-Game Sports Marketing announced today that the honoree for the inaugural “Laughs with Legend” event will be Houston Oilers Legend and Pro Football Hall of Fame member Warren Moon. The event, which will take place at the Houston Improv on January 31, 2016 will also feature George “Mr. Las Vegas” Wallace as the comedy headliner and four legendary former NFL players in a skit called “The Legends Liars Club.” These players are: Andre Reed, Pro Football Hall of Fame; Larry Centers, NFL record-holder; John Randle, Pro Football Hall of Fame; and Bubby Brister, NFL record-holder.
Entertainment Industry Leaders Partner with MPAC to Cultivate Opportunities in Television in Houston
MPAC welcomes representatives from WeTV, TVOne, Warner Bros. Worldwide Television, Will Packer Television, some of television’s most popular shows, along with local journalists and other major players
Mack Performing Arts Collective (MPAC) welcomed aspiring media leaders, including local high school students and teachers, on February 17th for a two-day TV Forum examining television broadcast and digital content from development to distribution. The event, which is free for high schoolers, is part of the organization’s “It’s a Wrap” education program, and was held at the University of Houston. It is designed to empower individuals who aspire to work in the television industry, giving them access to knowledge, skills, invaluable contacts and greater confidence.
OPINION: Don’t Leave Hispanic Businesses Out Of COVID-19 Recovery, For Houston’s Sake
“Hispanics Represent More Than $53 billion In Annual Spending Power, Which Is Just Short Of A Quarter Of Total Consumer Spending In The Region.” – Dr. Laura G. Murillo
The pandemic caused by COVID-19 has created an economic challenge unlike any other in our lifetime.
Texans Join Historic BBQ Restaurant Grand Opening and Food Challenge
Houston Texans join the 5-Pound Challenge
Houston staple and iconic Third Ward smokehouse, Ray's Real Pit BBQ Shack kick-offs Memorial Day weekend with a Grand-Opening celebration and the launch of their first BBQ Food Challenge! This celebration and 5-pound smoked enthused eating competition is slated for Saturday, May 26, 2018 at 10:30 a.m. outside of their new location, 3929 Old Spanish Trail | Houston, TX. 77021.
Houston Food Bank's Holiday Cards - Print and Electronic - Offer Gift-Giving Alternative with a Heart
HOUSTON…Need a corporate gift idea for employees, co-workers, clients or business associates? Looking for just the right thing for the person who has everything? This year, spread holiday cheer and do something good with your gift-giving by making a donation to the Houston Food Bank.
Tickets on Sale for Candytopia Houston TODAY at 12 pm CT
Colossal Candy Creations, Flying Unicorn Pigs and Marshmallow Tsunamis to Invade Space City Beginning June 14
Candytopia, the candy-coated experiential adventure that has delighted over 750,000 guests across the country, is bringing its confectionery wonderland to the heart of Houston at the The MARQ*E entertainment center (7620 Katy Fwy, Suite 360 Houston, TX 77024). The limited-run engagement will debut June 14. Candytopia, the candy-coated experiential adventure that has delighted over 750,000 guests across the country, is bringing its confectionery wonderland to the heart of Houston at the The MARQ*E entertainment center (7620 Katy Fwy, Suite 360 Houston, TX 77024). The limited-run engagement will debut June 14.
CBCF 5th Executive Economic Summit in Houston - Dec 10-11, 2017
The Congressional Black Caucus Foundation (CBCF) will be in Houston for their 5th Executive Economic Summit. Chairwoman Sheila Jackson Lee is hosting the distinguished delegation to discuss relevant economic issues, especially during this current post-Hurricane Harvey period. The focus and theme will be: “Economic Lessons Learned and the Role of Business in National Disaster Relief Efforts”.
Mayor Turner Announces Unique Partnership Between Houston ISD and Rapper/Actor Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson
Mayor Sylvester Turner hosted a news conference Monday to announce a unique partnership between rapper, actor, and philanthropist Curtis "50 Cent" Jackson, his G-Unity Foundation, and the Houston Independent School District.
University of Houston-Downtown Ascends in U.S. News Best Colleges Rankings for 2022-2023
Today U.S. News and World Report released its 2022-2023 Best Colleges rankings, and University of Houston-Downtown (UHD) moved up in its rankings from last year’s categories. The University also appears on new lists. The second-largest university in Houston, UHD is a comprehensive, four-year university in the heart of downtown Houston.
Trusted Tech Experts Coming to Houston’s Historically Under-Resourced Neighborhoods to Help Shrink the Digital Divide
Trusted tech experts, or digital navigators, will soon be dispatched to help shrink the digital divide in four of Houston’s historically under-resourced neighborhoods: Acres Homes, Kashmere Gardens, Magnolia Park-Manchester and Sunnyside. Their mission will be to give free one-on-one support to hundreds who want to get online and make the most it.
Adopt a Shelter Pet Day is April 30
Best Friends in Houston has teamed up with shelter partners throughout the greater Houston community for a citywide adoption event celebrating National Adopt a Shelter Pet Day on April 30.
Houston Achieves a One-Year 17% Decrease in Street Homelessness
Results for the greater Houston area’s annual Homeless Count and Survey were released today, revealing a remarkable, one-year 17 percent decrease in street homelessness from January 2022 to January 2023. The reduction is one of the biggest in the city’s history and the largest since Hurricane Harvey hit in 2017.
Houston Achieves a One-Year 17% Decrease in Street Homelessness
Results for the greater Houston area’s annual Homeless Count and Survey were released today, revealing a remarkable, one-year 17 percent decrease in street homelessness from January 2022 to January 2023. The reduction is one of the biggest in the city’s history and the largest since Hurricane Harvey hit in 2017.
All Access Art Show, LLC. Reveals Groundbreaking Mural Initiative in Collaboration with the U.S. Army
All Access Art Show LLC Reveals Groundbreaking Mural Initiative in Collaboration with the U.S. Army to Foster Interest in Military Service within Houston's Latino community.
Mr. Brainwash "Houston is Beautiful" Exhibit Opening Reception
The city illuminated with electric energy during a private opening reception for Houston is Beautiful, a collection of artworks by Mr. Brainwash (Thierry Guetta).Owners of Art of the World Gallery Liliana Molina and Mauricio Vallejo celebrated the exhibition along with special guest Mr. Brainwash and over 250 art enthusiast on Thursday, April 27, 2017.
Society for the Performing Arts Announces Retirement of President and CEO June Christensen in December 2018
Board of directors to conduct national search for new leadership
Society for the Performing Arts (SPA) announced today that June Christensen, long-time SPA President and CEO, has advised SPA’s board of directors that she will retire at the end of 2018. Christensen joined SPA in 1989 and was promoted to her current position in 2007.
Levy Park Conservancy to Host Healthy Bites to Save Lives with Famed Chef and Author Rocco DiSpirito on Oct. 21
Individuals and families encouraged to attend this free festival at Levy Park
The Levy Park Conservancy (LPC) presents Healthy Bites to Save Lives, a festival headlined by award-winning chef, author and lifestyle crusader Rocco DiSpirito and featuring Houston-area celebrities, chefs and experts to “Celebrate All that is Houston” on Oct. 21 from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. The public is invited to this free event at Levy Park, 3801 Eastside St., which is sponsored by Dr. Mehmet Oz’s HealthCorps.org and will raise funds to assist students in Texas who have been impacted by Hurricane Harvey.
Musical Tribute to Homer's 'Odyssey' Arrives in Houston
Homeric legend comes alive through the medium of French Baroque music in a program presented by Cleveland-based ensemble Les Délices for the Houston Early Music series on Friday, Nov. 3, at 7:30 p.m. at Salem Evangelical Lutheran Church.
