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Mayor Sylvester Turner Announced as New President of African American Mayors Association
Houston Mayor, Sylvester Turner, accept top leadership role in African American Mayor's Association.
Bee Busy Wellness Center Hosts The 7th Annual Hygiene for Hope
In celebration of National Health Center Week, Bee Busy Wellness Center, a Federally Qualified Health Center with locations serving Greater Houston’s Southwest and Southeast Communities, will host its 7th Annual Hygiene for Hope, Free BackPack Giveaway and Community Health Fair for school aged youth on Saturday, August 13, 2022 from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. at 8785 West Bellfort Ave, Houston, TX 77031 and 1300 Bay Area Blvd, STE 200, Houston, TX 77058.
Two Xscape Biopics On The Way
There are dueling Xscape biopics in the works, but as far as the group is concerned, only one truly matters.
Communications Professionals Selected as an Accelerate Partner in the African-American Cisco Partner Community
Communications Professionals announced today that it has been officially designated as an Acceleration Partner in the African American Cisco Partner Community (AACPC), a distinction indicating that the company has not only satisfied the rigorous personnel, support, and specialization requirements to achieve Cisco's Select level, but is also a key partner in Cisco's Social Justice efforts to power and inclusive future for all. In recognition of this accomplishment, Communications Professionals is identified as a Cisco Select Integrator in the Cisco Partner Locator.
Houston Native Serves the U.S. Navy at Naval Air Station Sigonella
Hospitalman Jasmine Brooks, a native of Houston, Texas, serves the U.S. Navy at the U.S. Navy Medicine Readiness and Training Command operating out of Sigonella, Italy.
Council Connection for Monday, July 6
At their Monday, July 6 Virtual Regular Meeting, Councilmembers authorized the execution of a professional services contract for the design of the Parks Department maintenance facility; authorized the negotiation and execution of a contract for the remodeling of Fire Station No. 3 and No. 4.; approved a resolution finding a public purpose and ratifying certain donations related to the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) disaster. Here is a rundown of all Council actions at the meeting:
“Texas Impact Launches PSA Campaign Featuring Faith Leaders Speaking Out Against Bathroom Bills”
Texas Impact, the Lone Star State’s oldest and largest interfaith advocacy network, today announces the launch of a new campaign featuring four public service announcements (PSAs) opposing discriminatory legislation targeting transgender Texans.
Shawn "JAY Z" Carter Signs 10-Year Touring Contract With Live Nation
Deal Continues Long-Standing Partnership with Largest Producer of Live Music Concerts
Today, Shawn "JAY Z" Carter and Live Nation announced an exclusive touring partnership. The agreement continues JAY Z's longstanding partnership with the world's leading live entertainment company. The deal includes worldwide touring, in which Live Nation will produce and promote JAY Z concert events.
Drake Unpacks The NIKE NOCTA Ethos
Following his “Laugh Now Cry Later” video, shot on location at Nike WHQ, and the release of the “Certified Lover Boy” album merchandise cap- sule, Drake and Nike launch a new sub-label, NOC- TA (...A nod to the artist’s nocturnal creative process). Ahead of the first NOCTA release, Drake shares his thoughts on the spirit of the project.
Telemundo's Texas Stations Launch New Morning Newscast On Sept. 26
Two-Hour Regional Morning News Show “Noticias Telemundo Texas” Will Air On Telemundo Owned Stations In Dallas, Houston, San Antonio, McAllen and El Paso
Telemundo Station Group, the media group that is home to 31 Telemundo owned stations in the U.S. and Puerto Rico, today announced that “Noticias Telemundo Texas” - a new, two-hour weekday newscast will air across five Texas DMAs beginning September 26. The regional morning newscast will air Monday to Friday from 5am to 7am CT on Telemundo KXTX / Dallas Fort Worth, KTMD / Houston, KVDA / San Antonio, KTLM / Harlingen-McAllen and KTDO / El Paso. Telemundo’s hoyDía national morning show will air at 7am CT (instead of 6am CT) in the markets that will air the new morning newscast (check local listings). The anchor team and reporter roster for “Noticias Telemundo Texas” will be announced soon.
Danielle Keys Bess Launches Houston City Council At-Large #2 Campaign
Danielle Keys Bess, a Houston native and realtor with 20 years of experience in community activism and government relations, formally announced her candidacy today for Houston City Council At-Large Position 2.
Weaver Launches Family Office Services and Weaver Capital Advisors
National accounting and advisory firm, Weaver, announces the launch of Family Office Services and Weaver Capital Advisors to be led by Stephen Carter, Partner-in-Charge.
Houston Area Jobs: H-E-B and Joe V’s Smart Shop are Hiring
H-E-B and Joe V’s Smart shop are hiring immediately: H-E-B is hiring for the following positions: Overnight stocker, day- time stocker, checker and bagger.
Black Mom Makes $1 Million in First 60 Days By Starting This Business
Ramona Griggie grew up in Section 8 housing in St. Croix, and later moved to Atlanta, GA where she got married, had a child, and became a housewife. One day, she decided to give her son, who was graduating from Duke University, a gift of teeth whitening.
Remax Southwest to Better Serve Customers with U-Haul
U-Haul Company of Texas is pleased to announce that Remax Southwest has signed on as a U-Haul® neighborhood dealer to serve the Sugar Land community.
Another Black Man Arrested by Police… This Time For Leaving His Car Running in a Parking Lot
Craig Williams, a 40-year old African American man from Sacramento, California, was recently detained and arrested by a white police officer for leaving his car idling outside of a local 7-Eleven. Cell phone video and the officer’s body camera shows Craig being arrested after resisting arrest with a brief struggle with the officer.
Liberty Tax Adds to Business with U-Haul Affiliation
U-Haul Company of Texas is pleased to announce that Liberty Tax has signed on as a U-Haul® neighborhood dealer to serve the Houston community.
Sheriff’s Office and NE Fort Bend County Fire Department Form New Regional Dive Team
FBCSO airboat to be a shared vessel in the partnership to better deploy across the county.
Through a collaboration with the Northeast Fort Bend County Fire Department, several Fort Bend County Sheriff’s Office divers were selected to form the first-ever regional Fort Bend County Dive and Water Rescue Team.
Watch the Official Trailer for Jennifer Lopez and Josh Duhamel star in Shotgun Wedding
Prime Time Video just released the official poster for Shot Gun Wedding that stars Jennifer Lopez, Lenny Kravitz, Josh Duhamel, Jennifer Coolidge and others.
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas Offering Medicare Advantage Plans in 38 New Counties for 2023
Expansion to reach 4 million eligible Texans
Cross and Blue Shield of Texas (BCBSTX) will now offer health care coverage options for Medicare-eligible individuals in 38 new counties, as well as add multiple lower-cost plans in 2023.
