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Seeking America’s Next Superstar: Main Event to Host Singing Contest for ‘Houston Idol’

Five winners of local singing competition on Aug. 28 will receive a Silver Ticket to audition for ‘American Idol’ executive producers

Not only is Main Event America’s go-to destination for fun; it’s also helping Houstonians win a chance to become the next American Idol!

BakerRipley Hosts Annual Back to School Health Fair throughout Houston

BakerRipley is hosting its annual Back to School Health Fair at 3 of its locations throughout Houston. This is the ninth year BakerRipley is hosting its annual Back to School Heath Fairs to help communities it serves get ready for back to school. The non-profit provides resources and education to help families live a healthy lifestyle.

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Fresh Hub, A Community Service Project Partnered with Houston Health Department

Project Fresh Hub has recently been awarded First Place in Human Services Category at Future Problem Solving International Competition, a dynamic international program involving thousands of students annually. "Fresh Hub is an on-going food-rescue and food-distribution project," said Shirley Zhu, a rising junior at Bellaire High School and the co-president of the community service program.

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Overlay Scheduled for Pizzitola and Rhea Streets

Houston City Council Member Dave Martin is pleased to announce Houston Public Works crews will be performing an asphalt overlay along Pizzitola Street, from Koenig Street to Debbielou Gardens Drive, and on Rhea Street, from the eastern dead end to Koenig Street. Construction is scheduled to begin the week of February 11, 2019 and be is expected to be complete by the end of March 2019, weather permitting.

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The Twelve Days of Christmas, Inc. Celebrates 20 Years of Service

Houston, Oakland, Dallas, Washington, DC, New York, and Atlanta

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Houston Early Music Celebrates the Holidays with An Elizabethan Christmas

– Now in its 50th season, Houston Early Music continues its anniversary celebration with An Elizabethan Christmas performed by Parthenia, A Consort of Viols featuring soprano Sherezade Panthaki.

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Martinville Drive Roadway Pavement Replacement Schedule

Houston City Council Member Dave Martin would like to announce that repairs are scheduled to begin along Martinville Drive today, January 8, 2018. The scope of work includes the replacement of existing pavement with new asphalt concrete pavement as well as ditch regrading. Construction is anticipated to be completed by early Spring 2019.

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The 16th Annual Texas Med Run Focuses on Children's Needs

The Harris Health System CAPES Program provides more than just support for families across the country

Houston, Texas - The 16th Annual The Texas Med Run, 10K. 5K Run/Walk and Kids K, will be highlighting the growing need of support for children in the Houston area.

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District Art Gallery: I Am, We Are

Just northeast of Downtown, a new hub for creative works is blossoming thanks to privately owned art galleries descending upon the neighborhood comprised of loft style apartments, studios and art galleries such as the newly opened District Art Gallery.

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Mayor: Passage of pension reform continues to boost city financial rating

The S&P Global Ratings service today raised Houston’s financial outlook to “AA stable” from “AA negative” in recognition of a $1 billion bond that reforms the city’s pension systems.

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Jack Daniel's Donates Over $5K for Houston Relief Efforts

Art, Beats and Lyrics, the national art and music tour presented by Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Honey, returned to Houston. The heavily cultured lifestyle experience merged the urban art and hip-hop for a-one-of-a-kind event. What began as a local art show in Atlanta is now one of the world’s largest traveling tours of its kind, bringing together seasoned veterans and emerging artists in visual art and hip-hop under one roof.

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Stand with Day for Night and Houston's Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (HSPCA)

Hurricane Harvey had a profound impact on not only the people of our region but also its animals. According to the Associated Press, over 60,000 people and their animals remain displaced from their homes over a month after the storm hit. From the beginning, the Houston SPCA has worked tirelessly to meet their needs.

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Houston Needs To Speak Up Against Denver

Communication is the one thing that was missing on the defensive end on Wednesday night when the Indiana Pacers defeated the Houston Rockets 132-124 at Toyota Center. During his pregame press conference, Rockets head coach Stephen Silas elaborated on how much he emphasized it to the team.

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Road Trip May Help Bring Some Life Back To The Astros

The Astros are doing what everyone of us does when we seem to be in a funk at work or at home. They are headed on a road trip that will hopefully bring them better results than their last homestand. Houston went 1-5 against the Oakland A’s and Detroit Tigers who were led by their former manager A.J. Hinch.

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It Aint Where You From, It’s Where You At Free Agent Christian Wood is embracing his opportunity with the Rockets.

The mindset that I believe everyone should be thankful for as we begin a journey into the New Year is to remember that it aint where you are from. It’s where you are at. For Houston Rockets PF/C Christian Wood, he lives that out every time he puts on a Rockets uniform.

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Biden to travel to Houston on Friday in the wake of extreme weather and power outages

President Joe Biden and first lady Jill Biden will travel to Houston on Friday as Texas works to recover from major winter storms and power outages.

Estrella Media's Houston Radio Stations Host Annual Radiothon Benefiting Children's Miracle Network Hospitals and Texas Children's Hospital

Estrella Media announced its Seventh Annual Radiothon in partnership with Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals to benefit the Texas Children’s Hospital in Houston. This year, the two-day Radiothon will take place on September 21 and 22 from 6:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. CT.

HISD Board Appoints Houston Attorney Myrna Guidry To District IX Position

During a special meeting last Tuesday, the Houston Independent School District Board of Education unanimously voted to appoint attor- ney Myrna Guidry as the new trustee for District IX to fulfill the unexpired term of Wanda Adams.

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Brett Orlando Named Managing Director of The Chifley, Houston’s Newest Boutique Hotel

Brett Orlando has been named Managing Director of the Chifley, Houston’s newest boutique hotel. Orlando brings more than 20 years of progressive leadership in the hospitality industry, with significant experience in all aspects of hotel management and building brand culture.

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The Greasy Spoon Soulfood Bistro Pearland Hosts Their First Annual Gospel Brunch & Fall Festival

Coined one of Houston’s Top 10 Tastiest Soul food restaurants by Houstonia Magazine, The Greasy Spoon Soulfood Bistro (TGS) is excited to announce their 1st annual Gospel Brunch and Fall Festival in conjunction with Praise 92.1 FM. TGS is inviting Pearland, Houston, and families from all surrounding communities for a free, fun, family friendly event that will take place on Sunday, November 20th at the Pearland location from 12:00PM-4:00PM