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46th Annual Legislative Conference
The National Black Caucus of State Legislators (NBCSL) 46th Annual Legislative Conference will convene November 29 through December 3 at the Planet Hollywood Resort and Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Comcast Texas partnered with the City of Houston, SERJobs to launch a $150,000 digital navigators pilot program that will serve hundreds of residents in Acres Homes, Kashmere Gardens, Magnolia Park-Ma
On Friday, November 18, Comcast announced that 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. The digital navigators pilot program is a partnership between Comcast Texas, the City of Houston Mayor’s Office of Complete Communities and SERJobs.
Legacy Made Simple Teaching Families How to Leave Behind Generational Wealth
Right at the tip of the holiday season, author Dr. Gena Jones releases her new book, “Legacy Made Simple: The simple way to leave a legacy without the guesswork.” and it’s available on Amazon.com, MyLegacyMadeSimple.com, and in bookstores today!
HoustonISD Classes Resume Wednesday, November 30, 2022.
All HISD schools, offices and facilities will resume normal operations Wednesday, November 30, 2022.
Alley Theatre Kicks Off Multi-City Regional Theatre Co-Production of Lauren Yee’s Cambodian Rock Band
Under Chay Yew’s direction, this production is electric, darkly funny while revealing a haunting part of history
The Tony Award®-winning Alley Theatre and Artistic Director Rob Melrose announce the cast and creative team of Cambodian Rock Band. The Signature Theatre Production of Cambodian Rock Band is co-produced with Berkeley Repertory Theatre, ACT Theatre/5th Avenue, and Center Theatre Group. Cambodian Rock Band is by Lauren Yee, featuring songs by Dengue Fever, and directed by Chay Yew and runs from January 20 – February 12, 2023.
Notice of Public Hearing to Discuss Harmony Public School State Financial Accountability Rating
As part of the December 10, 2022, Board of Directors Regular Meeting, Harmony Public Schools (HPS) will hold a public hearing to discuss the HPS Schools’ 2021-2022 Financial Integrity Rating Systems of Texas (FIRST) accountability ratings.
University of Houston and Photon Auto to Open New Electric Vehicle Concepts Exhibition at Houston’s Mashburn Gallery
16 Projects, including eight electric vehicle models, to explore the best exterior and interior design for a new generation of luxury electric vehicles.
On Friday, December 2, 2022, Photon Auto Inc. and the University of Houston’s Gerald D. Hines College of Architecture and Design will celebrate the opening of a new and innovative Electric Vehicle Concepts Exhibition at the university’s Mashburn Gallery.
Is your small business missing out on big opportunity?
5 myths about winning City of Houston contracts
This may surprise you, but in the past fiscal year, more than $587 million, or 36.2 percent, of the $1.6 billion awarded by the City of Houston to companies for goal-oriented construction, professional services, and goods & services contracts, was awarded to certified minority, women, and small business enterprises (MWSBE firms).
Everyone from the vet to the barber is hiking prices. And there's no relief in sight
When Teri Byrd opened her 4 Paws Veterinary Clinic in Vashon, Washington, four years ago, her sights were set on growing the business.
Deshaun Watson will return to play for the Cleveland Browns Sunday after serving 11-game suspension
For the first time in two years, embattled quarterback Deshaun Watson returns to the field for the Cleveland Browns Sunday after serving an 11-game suspension.
City of Houston Lifts Boil Water Notice
TCEQ Confirms Tap Water Is Safe to Drink
The City of Houston has lifted the boil water notice that it issued Sunday, November 27th. Customers no longer need to boil water before drinking, cooking, and making ice. Water quality testing submitted to the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) has confirmed that tap water meets all regulatory standards and is safe to drink.
HISD Schools Closed Due to Boil Water Notice
HISD SCHOOLS CLOSED DUE TO BOIL WATER NOTICE
Due to the Boil Water Notice issued by the City of Houston Sunday evening, all Houston ISD campuses and facilities will be closed Tuesday, Nov. 29.
Houston mayor says boil water advisory will likely be lifted overnight after power outage at water treatment plants
Houston officials expect the boil water advisory issued Sunday evening will be lifted by 3 a.m. Tuesday.
Tornadoes in the Southeast are getting worse and they're often the deadliest
In recent years, scientists have noticed an increased frequency of tornadoes in the Southeast, carving a path of lost property and lives. The widely-known "Tornado Alley" includes the area from central Texas stretching north to Iowa, and from central Kansas and Nebraska east to western Ohio, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
The Houston Children’s Chorus Presents "Kids & Christmas" Pops Concert
"Kids & Christmas" Pops Concert Saturday, December 17 at 5pm Alice Pratt Brown Hall, Rice University 6100 Main St. Houston, TX 77005
Black couple wins $1.2 M grant to reimagine STEM education
STEM-related pathways are the future of learning in and out of schools and for the workforce.
The HEPH Foundation, an education-focused foundation, is proud to announce that it has been awarded a $1.2 Million grant to support its commitment to learners. The grant is provided by the How We Learn Fund, a fund administered by the Oak Park-River Forest Community Foundation.
Velvet Taco Celebrates the Holidays with "Merry Christmas" Marketing Campaign
Start A New Holiday Tradition, Velvet Taco-Style with Catering, Gift Cards, '12 Days of Tacos' Giveaway, & Holiday-Inspired Taco
Velvet Taco announces the company’s holiday campaign, Merry Resistmas, encouraging guests to resist the ordinary holiday traditions and fare with the brand’s iconic, neon catering taco box, gift cards, and Weekly Taco Feature – or what the brand calls the WTF – the Fa-La-La Brisket Feast.
Houston Chronicle Reports on Congressman Green’s Efforts to Bring His Constituent Jaime Avalos Back Home to His Wife and Baby in Houston
On Saturday, November 26, 2022, Congressman Al Green released the following statement:
7 Unique Houston Nonprofits to Support on GivingTuesday
GivingTuesday will take place on November 29th this year and will celebrate 10 years of people doing good. Created in 2012, it has grown into a year-round global movement that inspires hundreds of millions of people to give, collaborate, and celebrate generosity. Supported by MacKenzie Scott, among others- the annual day of service encourages people to:
The Black Man Project Commits to Eliminating Barriers to Mental Health for Black Men
Houston-Based Nonprofit Introduces Free Group Therapy Sessions
Over the past few years, The Black Man Project has toured the country, hosting conversations focused on the Black male experience in contemporary society, engaging more than 100 men in Los Angeles, CA, Seattle, WA, Tulsa, OK, and New York, NY.
