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From Mission Bend To Commissioner's Court: Dexter L. McCoy To Headline Founders Day Event At Prairie View A&M University

Dexter L. McCoy's journey from the corridors of the Obama Ad- ministration to the Fort Bend County Commissioner's Court is a tale of resilience, community service, and leadership. His appointment as the Founders' Day speaker for Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. is not just a nod to his illustrious public service career but also a testament to his deep roots in the Fort Bend community, which he has served since January 2023.

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Jack and Jill of America Foundation is 55 years old today, oldest Black-led philanthropic organization

More than $445k given to record 65 grantees in 2022 to support black families, education and health & wellness initiatives

Jack and Jill of America Foundation (JJF) marks its 55th anniversary today by celebrating a year of record giving in 2022 in support of its mission to address issues affecting African American children and families, by investing in programs and services that create a strong foundation for children to thrive long-term.

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Julie Kent and Stanton Welch Talk About Their New Co-Directorship at Houston Ballet

Stanton Welch and Julie Kent are shown from the waist up, standing next to each other in front of a series of windows. Kent has her elbow resting on Welch's left shoulder and her left hand on her hip, and Welch has his arm crossed. They both look towards the camera with small smiles. Kent wears a blue and purple patterned dress and Welch wears a blue button-down shirt. In the background outside are trees. Houston Ballet artistic directors Stanton Welch and Julie Kent. Photo by Julie Soefer, courtesy of Houston Ballet.

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Houston's Trae Tha Truth Uplifts the City with Humanitarian Efforts, Shares New Music Video

The Houston Native Revisits a Highlight from 2015's Tha Truth, Uses Newly-Captured Footage to Depict the Devastation and Recovery of His Beloved Community

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Employees protest against Houston hospital's policy that all staff must be vaccinated against Covid-19

A group of Houston Methodist Hospital workers protested on Monday the health care system's requirement that staffers be vaccinated against Covid-19, according to CNN affiliate KTRK.

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Minimum wage hikes may harm child health, says Baker Institute expert

Arkansas and Missouri will increase their minimum wage as a result of midterm election initiatives, and additional ballot measures are in the works in other states for 2020.

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Labor Day Classic Moves To Thanksgiving Weekend; Athletics Events Postponed This Week

Labor Day Classic XXXIII will be rescheduled for Thanksgiving Weekend, and Prairie View A&M University has postponed all home athletic events this week.

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LEAD’s “Poker With A Purpose” Offers a Charitable Twist On Casino Night

Philanthropy comes to casino night in benefit of LEAD, a Houston area youth organization

On April 24, 2018, Houston’s own LEAD (Letting Everyone Achieve Dreams) will present “Poker With A Purpose” in benefit of their growing youth programs. Hosted by Kirby Ice House, registration will be available from 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. followed by charity poker, craps and blackjack games.

Contactless Lawn Care Service now Available in Houston

A contactless solution that enables lawn care services during the COVID-19 pandemic is now available in Houston.

The Caucus Ensures Equality Wins & History was made in Fort Bend County Today!

The Houston GLBT Political Caucus would like to celebrate the Fort Bend County Commissioners Court on making history by unanimously passing an amendment to the County Policy on Equal Opportunity for County employees that adds Employee Non-Discrimination protections for Fort Bend County’s LGBTQ+ employees, veterans, and many other communities! Fort Bend now joins Harris County and nearly a dozen other localities in Texas that have non- discrimination policies which prohibit discrimination based on sexual orientation and/or gender identity for their local government employees, thanks to pro-equality Commissioner Ken DeMerchant.

Buffalo Bayou Partnership to Unveil Buffalo Bayou East Master Plan

Plan Focuses on Area from US 59 to Port of Houston Turning Basin

Buffalo Bayou Partnership will be celebrating the culmination of a multi-year planning process for Buffalo Bayou’s East Sector – from US 59 to the Port of Houston Turning Basin. The event will feature live music, presentation of the master plan, and the opportunity to tour a new site overlooking Buffalo Bayou. There also will be neighborhood vendors, St. Arnold Brewing Company, face painting, piñata making, slabs and low riders.

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Emancipet to host series of ‘Yappy Hours’

Fun, free events benefit affordable veterinary care

Emancipet, the nonprofit on a mission to make veterinary care affordable and accessible to all pet owners, is hosting a new series of “Yappy Hours” at some of the coolest, dog-friendly places around the city. The events are free, with a portion of the proceeds from alcohol sales benefiting Emancipet. Details below!

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Local Fashion Designer to Host Annual Bridal Show for Non-Traditional Brides

The 30-piece collection will be filled with textured lace and color for the bride who dares to be different on her big day.

Local fashion designer, Chasity Sereal is releasing her anticipated bridal collection for the non-traditional bride at her first ever, solo bridal show, entitled Enchanted Botanicals on Sunday, July 28th from 6 p.m. - 9 p.m. at The Space, located at 2005 Commerce Street, Houston, Texas 77002. Sereal has graced the runways of New York Fashion Week and is giving Houston a 30-piece collection filled with textured lace, bold colors, and eccentric designs for the bride who dares to make a statement on her wedding day.

PatioGate Pet Resort to Offer On-site Training in Partnership with Karma Dog Training Houston

PatioGate Pet Resort has partnered with Karma Training Dog Houston to offer on-site dog training every Sunday.

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The Rich Get Richer

Astros make last second deal to acquire former Cy Young Award Winner

The Houston Astros are the gift that keeps on giving. Two years ago, they made a major splash by acquiring All-Star and future Hall of Famer Justin Verlander from the Detroit Tigers helped the Astros secure their first ever World Series championship by defeating the Los Angeles Dodgers. Houston fans everywhere rejoiced as they thought they would never feel joy like that ever again. That was until July 31, 2019.

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Coca-Cola® Releases Commemorative Championship Can to Celebrate the Houston Astros World Series Victory

In celebration of the Houston Astros’ triumphant 2017 World Series win, Coca-Cola® is giving Astros fans a refreshing way to savor the sweet taste of a Championship.

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Rasheedah Carr Named Vice President Of Engineering For Comcast Houston

Comcast this week announced that Rasheedah Carr has been appointed Vice President of Engineering for the company’s Houston Region. In this role, Carr will be responsible for providing leadership to the market implementing Engineering initiatives that deliver superior network reliability and fast paced growth production.

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Rockets Face Warriors After Tough Loss Against The Clippers

The Rockets will have no time to regroup as they head up the coast from Los Angeles to San Francisco on Saturday to take on the Golden State Warriors who are also coming off of a tough loss to the Washington Wizards on Friday night.

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Cousins and Rockets are set to part ways at some point this season according to reports

The Houston Rockets organization has been a standup franchise this NBA season. For a team that has been through a ton of adversity, they keep doing what’s best for the team and the players. On Saturday, it was reported that the Rockets and reserve center DeMarcus Cousins are set to part ways sometime this season and a transaction could happen before the NBA All-Star break which is set for the first weekend in March.

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Texans President Jamey Rootes Resigns

HOUSTON – Things are continuing to change in the Houston Texans organization as long-time president Jamey Rootes is leaving the organization to pursue his interests as a writer, public speaker, consultant and professor at the University of Houston.