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Houston Mayor Joins Wells Fargo and FHLB Dallas to Celebrate the Grand Opening of an Affordable Housing Apartment Complex
Representatives from Wells Fargo and the Federal Home Loan Bank of Dallas (FHLB Dallas) joined Houston, Texas, Mayor Sylvester Turner and other state and local dignitaries at the grand opening of New Hope Housing Avenue J (Avenue J) apartments. The $35-million, 100-unit, affordable apartment community in Houston’s historic Second Ward received a $750,000 Affordable Housing Program (AHP) subsidy from Wells Fargo and FHLB Dallas.
Landscaper Launches Veterans Day ‘Mows for Military’ Giveback with 100 FREE Cuts for Houston Vets
SmartScaping Landscaping & Design, a premiere Black-owned Houston landscaping maintenance and design company, is giving back this Veterans Day with FREE lawn service for 100 Houston veterans, U.S. Military service members, and military families!
Breakfast-to-Go Grape Smoothie
Whether it’s at school or at home after a day of learning, many kids love to snack. Lunches and snacks that are packable, easy to make and fun to eat start with a convenient, versatile ingredient like grapes. As a favorite fruit that goes well with a wide variety of ingredients, grapes offer a balance of sweet and tart for a juicy burst of flavor perfect for packing in school lunchboxes.
The Lupus Foundation of America Texas Gulf Coast Chapter Prepares for an Evening of Glitter and Gold Honoring a Local Lupus Warrior
“All that Glitters is Gold” at the Lupus Foundation of America Texas Gulf Coast Chapter Gala on Saturday, Sept. 17, at the Post Oak Hotel in Houston.
Little Red Box Grocery in East End Houston Launches New Affordable and Nutritional Meal Kits with Cooking Matters
The initiative will provide access to healthy foods for communities experiencing inequities in the Second Ward
Women in Film & Television Austin annual fundraiser taking place this Friday, April 14; tickets on sale now
Women in Film & Television Austin, a nonprofit organization that advocates for and empowers women in the media industry, is proud to announce its annual fundraiser event, which will be held this Friday, April 14, 2023 from 6 - 9 p.m. The event will help raise money to support the organization's mission to support and empower members through professional educational programming, networking events, development opportunities, creative collaborations and mentoring.
Exchange and Comcast NBCUniversal Team Up to Provide Service Members with Free Streaming of the Tokyo Olympic and Paralympic Games
NBCUniversal to Stream 5,500 Hours of Olympic Coverage; 1,000 Hours for Paralympics
The Exchange and Comcast NBCUniversal announced today that U.S. service members and honorably discharged Veterans worldwide will be able to stream NBCUniversal’s extensive coverage of the Tokyo Olympic and Paralympic Games from their personal devices and computers through ShopMyExchange.com.
Red Cross honors community heroes during annual Red Cross Month celebration in March
Celebrate by donating on Red Cross Giving Day, March 23; giving blood; or volunteering
“Communities are at their best when there are people helping people,” said American Red Cross volunteer David Guth. “Throughout the year the Red Cross provides people an opportunity to make a difference- whether that be in responding to a disaster, donating blood or providing a financial donation- we can make a difference in our local communities by being a part.”
Fort Bend County Announces Change to COVID-19 Community Impact Level
Local Data Shows an Increase in Active Cases and Hospitalization
In response to the number of COVID-19 infections and hospitalizations across the Houston region, The Fort Bend County Department of Health and Human Services (FBCHHS) raised the Community Impact Level to High, while stressing the importance that residents remain vigilant and stay up to date on their vaccine and boosters while following the guidelines recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to prevent the spread of the virus.
TSU's Jesse H. Jones School of Business Future Bankers Leadership Program boasts 100 percent pass rate for second time
For the second consecutive semester, students in Texas Southern University’s newly-established Future Bankers Leadership Program (FBLP) achieved an impressive 100 percent pass rate for a key professional certification exam – giving them a distinct advantage as they pursue careers in the finance and banking industry.
Harry Potter fans can experience the films in a whole new light with Houston Symphony this weekend
The Harry Potter Film Concert Series comes to Sarofim Hall with Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 1 in Concert, the second to last film in the Harry Potter series. On June 10 – 11, John Beal will conduct the Houston Symphony in performing Alexandre Desplat’s incredible score live from Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 1 while the entire film plays in high-definition on a 40-foot screen.
All-New Concept – Wild – is Revolutionizing Hemp Integration Through New Multi-Dimensional Lounge
Bali-inspired coffee lounge serving natural cannabis derivatives, lattes, tacos, pastries and more now open in The Heights
Wild – a brand new, category-defining, multi-dimensional concept featuring a coffee shop, cocktail bar and first-class dispensary – is now helping the Houston community find their flow through its all-new Bali-inspired lounge!
Burns Original Bar-B-Que Is Opening New Location In Pearland This Weekend!
4ht of July Weekend just got better! In celebration of the 1-year anniversary of their first Kroger Bistro location in Summerwood, Burns Original Bar-B-Que announces the grand opening of their new bistro location in Pearland, TX! This Saturday, July 2nd, Burns will open their 2nd Bistro restaurant inside Shadow Creek Kroger. Their partnership with Kroger started in 2019 with Burns debuting their signature Bar-B-Que sauce in selected locations which eventually led to Burns having products in over 21 stores. During the Pandemic, Burns hosted weekly pop-ups at various Kroger locations where they sold Bar-B-Que sandwiches, chips, and drinks. The success of their pop-ups led them to open a Bistro in Kroger Summer 2021. Not only did Burns make history as the first Black-Owned Restaurant in Kroger, but during the 2022 Rodeo season, they made history by being one of the only Black-Owned Bar-B-Que tents.
Katy Prairie Conservancy preserves nearly 965 acres of land for conservation projects
The Katy Prairie Conservancy (KPC) announces the preservation of nearly 965 acres of additional land for two important land conservation projects, increasing lands conserved by the land trust to 30,127 acres. The lands will be protected from any future commercial development.
Houston Texans, NFL Foundation And LISC Award $450,000 To Renovate And Resurface Jcak Yates High School Athletic Field
“The Houston Texans are proud to work with our partners to support the renovation of the Jack Yates High School Athletic Field,” said Texans Chairman and CEO Cal McNair.
Buy Emmitt Smith’s House - Get an Emmitt Dinner Date
Serious football fans have been presented with a rather unique encouragement to buy a house: a dinner date with NFL Hall of Famer, longtime Dallas Cowboys player and Dancing with the Stars season-three winner, Emmitt Smith! And he has priced his home in honor of his former Cowboys # 22, listed at $2.2 million.
Hosea Helps organize a second drop off in Jackson, Mississippi to assist the Hurricane Ida Victims
Hosea Helps continues to reach back to those impacted by the Hurricane Ida disaster. Many families are still displaced, lack essential food, and supplies and are desperately trying to rebuild their lives. Hosea Helps’ is preparing for their second drop off on October 9, 2021, at Jackson State University (1400 John R. Lynch St. Jackson Mississippi, 39217). The distribution will be drive thru to pick up within the university parking lot to begin at 9am.
Yonutz Brings Fantastical Freebies and Festivities on National Donut Day
Creators of the award-winning SMASHED™Donut, Yonutz offers free donuts,
Yonutz, the celebrated and innovative donut and ice cream concept, creator of the famed SMASHED™Donut, and three-time winner of Dessert Wars, will celebrate National Donut Day in the most fantastical way: with free SMASHED Donuts and a side of surprises on Friday, June 2.
Hines Hosts Generations of Strength Exhibit in Celebration of Pride Month
Powerful Installation Highlighting LGBTQIA+ Icons Travels to Lobbies of Hines-Managed Properties in Downtown Houston
In honor of Pride Month, Hines’ Generations of Strength exhibit will be on display at several properties that the real estate firm manages in downtown Houston. The powerful installation features photographs of 22 LGBTQIA+ icons and details on their contributions to society across generations, from 1854 through today.
McDonald's Restaurants Across Texas Look to Hire More Than 22,000 Employees This Summer
McDonald’s and participating independent owner/operators have provided more than $9.5 million in tuition assistance to crew members and managers in Texas
McDonald’s restaurants across Texas are looking to hire approximately 22,000 restaurant employees this Summer. Job seekers are encouraged to apply to a local McDonald’s restaurant today.
