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Houston Chronicle Article Inspires Local Entertainment Company to Highlight Up and Coming African American Artists in Houston

Eternal Light Entertainment, (ELE) Presents Roho Ya Msanii, the Soul of Artist Series

In conjunction with inspiration from an article written by Monique Welch in the Houston Chronicle aptly titled ”6 Black Artists you need to know who are part of Houston’s booming art scene”, Reginald Stewart, founder, and CEO of Eternal Light Entertainment, (ELE) created Roho Ya Msanii, the Soul of the Artist Series to present four of the Artist mentioned in Welch’s article to the community from March 10th to April 24th at the Agora Haus, a private upscale location in The Heights pro bono.

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Celebrity Chef Ja'Nel Witt Shares Talents at Black Chef Table Dinner, Sat. March 26th

Celebrity chef Ja’Nel Witt is the latest culinary talent to join the popular Black Chef Table series at Kulture restaurant in downtown Houston. Witt will serve as the head chef during a six-course dining experience on Saturday, March 26, at 7 p.m. at Kulture, located at 701 Avenida De Las Americas.

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Cleveland Browns defend Deshaun Watson signing, say they conducted 'comprehensive evaluation'

The Cleveland Browns have defended their signing of embattled quarterback Deshaun Watson, saying they carried out a "comprehensive evaluation" beforehand.

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First Sculpture of a Latina in the City of Houston Coming to the Center for Pursuit's New Campus

The Zenteno Sculpture Project, depicting Houston singer and songwriter Norma Zenteno, will be placed on the new campus of The Center for Pursuit, 4400 Harrisburg Blvd., in East End Houston. A formal presentation of the sculpture by Houston-based artist and sculptor Bridgette Mongeon, along with a performance by Zenteno Spirit, is set for Saturday, March 19 from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm. The event is free and open to the public.

Joint Statement by Congressman Al Green (TX-09), Congresswoman Sylvia Garcia (TX-29), and Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee (TX-18)

“The people have suffered long enough. The people of Texas in general, and Harris County more specifically, have suffered long enough. It has been more than four years since Hurricane Harvey devastated Houston and Harris County.

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Rustika Café and Bakery Welcomes New Multi-Unit Manager

Popular family-owned café and bake shoppe hires Latonya Prophet to oversee Friendswood and Sugar Land locations

Rustika Café and Bakery announced today that the company has hired Latonya Prophet as its new multi-unit manager.

The V.O. Burton Foundation Inc Gives Back To Where It Began

Phyllis Burton is the CEO and Founder of the V.O. Burton Foundation Inc. This nonprofit organization was created in honor of her late father Varn O. Burton. He managed over seven apartment complexes in the Trinity Gardens community. During his tenure he relentlessly gave back to the community and was an agent of change. He would visit tenants that transitioned to nursing homes and bring them needed items and a home cooked meal that he prepared himself. The V.O. Burton Foundation Inc is hosting Its first event where it all began.

Bayou City Art Festival Memorial Park is Back This Friday, Saturday and Sunday!

Iconic art festival celebrates 50 years at Memorial Park March 25-27, 2022

The Art Colony Association, Inc. (ACA), the producer of the Bayou City Art Festival, will transform Memorial Park into a vivid outdoor gallery and an interactive art event along S. Picnic Loop from Friday through Sunday, March 25-27, 2022, 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.

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Houston First and UH to Host March Madness Watch Party

The Coogs have returned to the Sweet Sixteen, and yet another fantastic watch party at Avenida Houston is being planned to cheer them on!

bellagreen’s Spring Seasonal Menu Blooms with New Flavors

Honey Garlic Cauliflower Wings, BLT Chicken Wraps, Roots & Fruits Salad and more available at Texas’ Greenest Restaurant beginning March 22

Spring is in the air, and bellagreen™ is celebrating the change in seasons with vibrant new dishes starring springtime’s best fruits and vegetables.

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Chemistry And Sacrifice Will Be Key To Success For Young Rockets According To Pacers Malcolm Brogdon

“The sky is the limit for that team,” said Brogdon, who finished the game with 25 points. “They are young, but they are talented.

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Stages Announces 2022-2023 Season

45th Season includes 5 world premieres, celebrates Stages’ signature intimacy and scope

Stages’ 2022-2023 Season showcases local artists and draws from a range of communities and traditions to share stories with big impact and heart

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THEATRE UNDER THE STARS ANNOUNCES EXCITING NEW SEASON

Theatre Under The Stars (TUTS) announced the exciting line-up of musicals for its 2022/23 Season featuring a beloved Disney classic and pre-Broadway co-production with Seattle’s 5th Avenue Theatre.

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Former Texans S Justin Reid To Sign With The Kansas City Chiefs

Houston was one of Reid’s first choices as a destination to play in the 2022-23 NFL season, but the price tag was a little too steep for a rebuilding franchise that has a lot of holes to fill on both sides of the ball.

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Women in Jazz Association, Inc. Showcases Austin’s Female Musicianship

March is Women’s History Month, and Women in Jazz Association, Inc. presents Celebrating Women in Jazz, A Springtime Dinner and Concert with vocalists Candace Bellamy, Melissa Briggs, and Pamela Hart and trumpeter Rachael Spencer. The supporting band includes Juliana Silveira-piano; Jessica Valls-bass; Lauren Gould-sax and Masumi Jones-drums. This all women show showcases Austin, Texas’ jazz talent and aptitude from musicians who are passionate about jazz performance, education and its importance to the world. Throughout history women have shaped the jazz scene with sultry and sassy singing, dynamic drumming, haunting horns, beguiling bass and poetic piano. Jazz is in them, and they perform it, teach it, advocate for it and passionately share it.

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Houston First Corp. to Host Official March Madness Watch Party

Guests are invited to view the University of Houston Cougars’ matchup against the UAB Blazers

Sports fans are invited to cheer on the University of Houston (UH) Cougars as Houston First Corp. and UH will host an official March Madness watch party at Avenida Houston on Friday, March 18 at 8:20 p.m.

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United Airlines, TSU announce major partnership

Scholarship and mentorship program expands pipeline of aviation professionals

Officials from United Airlines visited Texas Southern University on Wednesday, March 9, to announce a partnership with the university's Aviation Science and Technology program, including the Professional Pilot concentration. The partnership includes a $50,000 a year scholarship program and ongoing mentorship activities between United employees and students in the program.

2022 Writing Competition Winners

Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo™ Announces 2022 Writing Competition Winners

The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Trailblazer Committee announced the winners of its 2022 Writing Competition. Texas-area second graders were invited to submit either a poem or an essay, following the theme, “The Adventures I’ll Have in My Boots.” This is the program’s second year.

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Rockets Reserve Bruno Fernando Shines Against The Mavericks

Houston Rockets reserve center Bruno Fernando heard his name sparingly by head coach Stephen Silas after being traded from the Boston Celtics to the Houston Rockets in mid-February. On Friday against the Dallas Mavericks, Fernando heard his name loud and clear when coach Silas called for him to enter the game in the third quarter.

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HLSR Host First Responders Honor & Awards Ceremony

First Responders from around the Houston area gathered to remember and honor first responders who have fallen in the line of duty during the 2022 Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo™ First Responders Day, presented by BP. To open the ceremony, Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Chairman of the Board Brady Carruth gave some opening remarks about the event.