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Federal $600 Unemployment Payments to End July 25 State Unemployment Benefits to Continue

TWC Reminds Public that Funding Expires Due to Congressional Timeline

The Federal Pandemic Unemployment Compensation (FPUC) program is part of the CARES Act that provides an additional $600 to benefit payments, and based on TWC’s contract with the US Department of Labor, the last payable week for FPUC is the week ending July 25, 2020.

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Black Health Matters To Launch New Kidney Disease Channel

Black Health Matters www.blackhealthmatters.com has launched a new Kidney Disease Channel. The channel features original, content that will be especially noteworthy to the Black community. Roslyn Y. Daniels, Black Health Matters Founder & President Roslyn Daniels, President, Black Health Matters adds, "We are especially excited to add a kidney disease channel with an emphasis on focal segmental glomerulosclerosis (FSGS), a rare kidney condition that is the leading cause of nephrotic syndrome (a kidney disorder) to our platform since African Americans are at a high risk to be affected by this disease."

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How You Can Help Find a Solution to COVID-19

The human immune system holds important clues about how people naturally detect and defend against disease. For COVID-19, many people have been able to defeat the virus because of their natural defense systems.

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Oscar, Emmy and Grammy Award-winning Artist, Common Teams Up with The Fraggles in Apple’s “Fraggle Rock: Rock On!”

New mini-episode featuring duet with Common debuts today for free, exclusively on Apple TV+

The Fraggles are back for more fun, music and silly adventures in a brand new mini-episode of “Fraggle Rock: Rock On!,” and this week, they are joined by a special guest: award-winning artist, actor and activist, Common.

HISD, Houston Food Bank distribute over 280,000 pounds of food Saturday at NRG

When HISD Nutrition Services Senior Operations Manager Keith Lewis drove up to NRG Stadium Saturday for the massive food distribution effort, he wasn’t nervous. He was excited.

HISD students eligible for Pandemic Electronic Benefit Transfer assistance

HISD families may be eligible to receive Pandemic Electronic Benefit Transfer (P-EBT), a one-time benefit of up to $285 to be issued on an EBT card to assist families during the district’s closure.

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Astros Foundation and PGA TOUR announce five-year partnership for the Houston Open

The PGA TOUR, the Astros Foundation and its Board of Directors, led by Astros Owner & Chairman Jim Crane, announced a five-year partnership for the Houston Open beginning with the 2019 event. The Astros Foundation will operate the event and serve as the host organization.

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Reckless Posting Leads to Senseless Dying: No R.I.P.

With the World Wide Web being at everyone’s fingertips, it is an easy way for cyberbullying to take place without thinking about how one may be affected. Although cyberbullying is a thing of right now, there is also general bullying within schools.

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Louisiana Cajun Navy rescues thousands, inspires many more

If Clyde Cain had to guess, he’d say the Louisiana Cajun Navy rescued 8,000 to 10,000 Houstonians during the flooding that followed Hurricane Harvey last year. But, he’s really not sure.

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Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated Installs 25th International President, Valerie Hollingsworth-Baker During Grand Boulé In New Orleans

Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated, a 98-year-old international women's service organization, held its Grand Boulé in New Orleans from July 18 – 22, 2018 with the purpose of bringing members together for business meetings, fellowship, community service, and rededication to its founding principles of Scholarship, Service, Sisterhood, and Finer Womanhood. During the Grand Boulé, Valerie Hollingsworth-Baker, Zeta's immediate past International First Vice President, was elected to International President, and will lead the organization into its centennial year in 2020.

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YWCA of Houston Hosts "Shoes and Champagne Soiree"

Benefiting an emergency housing and assessment center for survivors of Human Trafficking

The YWCA of Houston presents “Shoes and Champagne Soirée”, an event benefiting the WYNDOWS Project, an emergency housing and assessment center for victims of Human Trafficking ages 18-24. This highly anticipated event will take place on Friday, September 28th, 2018 at the Deborah Colton Gallery in West University from 6 – 9pm. The goal is to raise $100,000.00 to assist these young women in their transition from victims to survivors.

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5 Easy Ways to Say “I Love You”

If gift-giving isn’t your strong suit, occasions like Valentine’s Day are likely to bring on stress and worry, but procrastinating will only serve to elevate your unease.

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Chevrolet Suburban First Vehicle To Receive Award Of Excellence Star At Hollywood & Highland

Iconic vehicle starred in more than 1,750 films and television series since 1952

Today, the Chevrolet Suburban became the first vehicle ever awarded an Award of Excellence star at Hollywood & Highland. Presented by the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce and unveiled at a ceremony on Hollywood Boulevard, the award recognizes Suburban for its 67-year career in Hollywood film and television.

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Arts Nonprofit Announces Open Applications for Nationally Recognized Entrepreneurship Program

Fresh Arts has announced the opening of applications for the Artist INC Houston 2020 seminar. Artist INC is a nationally-recognized arts entrepreneurship program designed to provide business training and relevant resources to multi disciplined artists. Artist INC in Houston is presented in partnership with Mid-America Arts Alliance. The deadline to apply for the program is Friday, January 10, 2019 at 5 p.m. and there is no fee to apply. Artists of all disciplines and mediums are encouraged to apply.

AIDS Foundation Houston raises more than $150,000 at World AIDS Day Luncheon 2019

AIDS Foundation Houston, Inc. (AFH) hosted the annual World AIDS Day Luncheon on Friday, December 6, 2019, at The Ballroom at Bayou Place. Luncheon chairs Carrie Brandsberg-Dahl, Adrian Dueñas and Duyen Nguyen, with presenting sponsor Chevron, welcomed more than 500 guests to the annual fundraiser.

UNCF’s National College Empower Tour Kicks Off in New York; Awarding Thousands in Scholarship Dollars to Local Students

Hundreds of students expected to attend the UNCF Empower Me Tour

The UNCF (United Negro College Fund) Empower Me Tour (EMT) kicks off this academic year on Saturday, Sept. 21 at Hunter College. EMT is a free, traveling college-and-career-readiness roadshow that provides a platform for high school students to earn on-site scholarships and admission to the nation’s top historically black colleges and universities (HBCUs). Thousands of dollars will be awarded, on the spot, to local New York high school graduating seniors who attend.

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Kamala Harris Teams Up With Maxine Waters On $13 Billion Plan To End Homelessness

Sen. Kamala Harris (D-Calif.), who is running for president, introduced a bill Thursday that would invest billions of more dollars in affordable housing and other initiatives to prevent homelessness.

Trusting Oral Fads is Major Cause of Unintended Damage to Teeth and Gums, says Dr. Farzad Feiz

Dr. Farzad Feiz of California Dental Care and Calabasas Dental Group comments on a recent article that talking to a skilled and experienced dentist is always safer than referring to random online articles or advertising touting the latest dental gimmick.

Houston Grand Opera Announces Cast Substitution for Rigoletto

Baritone Michael Mayes, in his HGO debut, to perform the title role on October 18, 20, 26

Houston Grand Opera (HGO) announces that baritone Brian Mulligan, scheduled to sing the title role in Rigoletto, recently withdrew from the production due to health-related issues. Michael Mayes, making his HGO debut, will sing the first three performances of the role of Rigoletto in the upcoming production that opens the Company’s season.

Indulge in Corner Bakery’s New Wholesome Holiday Dishes

Rustic Italian Panini, Chicken Rosa Pasta, Caramel Pecan Chocolate Baby Bundt Cake and more now available

Corner Bakery is catering to your indulgent side with the debut of its new seasonal menu items.