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Texans Lose First Preseason Game Against Packer 28 -26
Green Bay, Wis.- One thing you can say about the residents of Green Bay is they love them some football. 72,928 fans turned out to watch the Houston Texans and Green Bay Packers play their first 2019 preseason game at Lambeau Field. Green Bay defeated Houston by a score of 28 -26.
Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner proclaimed himself proud today to receive endorsements from Fort Bend County elected officials
At a news conference in Chasewood, part of Fort Bend County in the City of Houston, elected officials lined up to praise the Mayor for his work in their community. Endorsers included County Judge K.P. George, Commissioner Ken DeMerchant, Precinct 4, District Attorney Brian Middleton, Constable Daryl L. Smith Sr., Precinct 2, State Representative Ron Reynolds and Fort Bend County Democratic Party Chair Cynthia Ginyard. Commissioner Grady Prestage, Precinct 2, District Clerk Beverly Walker and Senator Borris Miles are also endorsing Mayor Turner but were unable to attend the news conference.
Caliente: The Houston Astros are blazing through the rest of the AL
They say history has a strange way of repeating itself. If that is true, then some Astros fans need to be putting in for vacation days from work in October for the World Series parade in downtown Houston. The Astros became the first team to reach 70-wins in the American League this year after defeating the Cleveland Indians on last Thursday. They are currently on pace to go over 100 wins for the third straight year and would be the first team since the 2002-04 Yankees to do so. Having won 14 of their last 17 games and 8-2 in their last 10, they also hold a very sizeable lead in the AL West at 8.5.
5 Spas to Destress Your Life and Bring You Peace
You only get one body so you should treat it good. Taking care of your body is more than just eating the right foods and exercising. It means protecting your mental health and trying to decrease or limit all stress factors in your life. Massages and other relaxation services have proven to be key in destressing your life and obtaining better health. Houston has some of the best spas to ease the mind, body, and soul.
Fifth grader wins Houston ISD’s 2023 MLK Oratory Speech Competition
Houston ISD is getting an early start to the MLK holiday. The district held its 27th annual MLK Oratory Speech Competition on Friday. Twelve fourth and fifth grade students from different elementary schools across the district presented three-to-five minute speeches. This year’s theme was “What would Dr. King say to us today about hope for tomorrow.”
The Iman Project & The Plant Project Launch New Hands-On Summer Workshop Series for Kids
The Iman Project and the Plant Project plant shop in Houston are offering a fun, new “Plant Tiny Seeds” hands-on summer series just for kids on select Wednesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays, June through August!
Hermann Park Conservancy Breaks Ground On the Commons at Hermann Park
Project will transform 26-acre space into a multi-use destination
On Saturday, April 2, Hermann Park Conservancy (HPC) and the Houston Parks and Recreation Department (HPARD) broke ground on the Commons, a 26-acre space in the Park’s southwest corner on the corner of Fannin and Cambridge Streets. The project, part of HPC’s 20-year master plan, aims to make the Park an even more beneficial place for all Houstonians and to unify communities for years to come.
Food Rankings Results: CHILDREN AT RISK, Kroger honor Aldine ISD and Houston ISD in 2023 Food Rankings
Houston area schools continue to lead the way in providing nutritious meals and snacks throughout the school day.
Across Texas, nearly 5.4 million students qualify for free or reduced-price school meals through federal programs such as the National School Lunch Program and the School Breakfast Program. For many of these children, meals eaten at school are the only substantial meals they will receive during the day. School districts are critical players in implementing school food programs – yet some districts are doing better than others in providing breakfast, lunch, and after-school meals to students in need. With nearly 1.3 million food-insecure children in Texas, it is imperative that school districts do a much better job at ensuring our children are consistently getting nutritious meals.
University of Houston Secures $1.6 Million Grant to Advance STEM Education for Underrepresented High School Students
Researchers at the University of Houston received a $1.6 million grant from the National Science Foundation (NSF) for a community partnership to provide a culturally responsive STEM experience to underrepresented high school students enrolled in alternative schooling systems in the city of Houston.
Blacks Experience More Family Member Deaths Than Whites, On Average
African-Americans are more likely than whites to experience the loss of a parent during childhood and more likely to be exposed to multiple family member deaths by mid-life, according to a study by the Population Research Center at The University of Texas at Austin.
Exclusive Interview: David Banner Gives Us The Rundown On 'Never Heard' Movie and Chimes In On Houston Rap Scene
Let go and let God handle it, the Never Heard movie cast is gearing up for a one-day only movie premiere that is bound to to stir you up spiritually.
American Red Cross Opens Shelters in Houston
Mayor Sylvester Turner has asked the American Red Cross to open two shelters to ensure the safety of those in the community facing possible widespread damage due to Tropical Storm Harvey.
Houston Selected for U.S. Navy Band Tour
America's Navy is coming to Houston, Texas, one of 14 cities in four states to host a performance by the United States Navy Band during its 2017 tour -- one of the signature outreach programs of the U.S. Navy.
Roddy Ricch "The Anti Social Tour" Recap
Roddy Ricch "The Anti Social Tour" at Warehouse Live, Houston.
Compassionate Houston Wants to Invite You to Begin to Celebrate RAK Week This Year
February 11-17, 2018 is National Random Acts of Kindness (RAK) Week What better way, we think, to cultivate even more compassion and kindness in our community than to highlight this week. Together, let's spread kindly acts throughout Greater Houston!
Cotton Patch Cafe Opens its First Houston-Area Location
Cotton Patch Cafe, the Texas-based Southern homestyle restaurant, celebrates the grand opening its first Houston-area location in Spring.
The Woodlands Businessman Opens Office Pride Commercial Cleaning Services Franchise
Christopher Foreman, a Houston-area businessman, has opened Office Pride Commercial Cleaning Services of The Woodlands-Spring, an independently owned and operated commercial cleaning franchise.
Houston Health Department expands COVID-19 test sites to anyone wanting to get tested
Testing capacity doubles to 1,000 per day
The Houston Health Department’s two COVID-19 drive-thru sites will broaden testing to anyone wanting to get a test and double their daily testing capacity to 1,000 on Tuesday.
Architectural Gem Restored in Houston's Historic's Fifth Ward
Parra Design Group rejuvenates a mid-century modern masterpiece at 2316 Harlem
Camilo Parra, principal of Parra Design Group headquartered in Houston’s Fifth Ward, discovered a neglected, yet distinctive home in the neighborhood at 2316 Harlem Street. Parra felt the structure embraced Usonian ideals championed by renowned architect Frank Lloyd Wright. The home is built around a courtyard and features oversized windows, a carport, and an overhanging roof. Research revealed that the house may have been designed by African American architect John S. Chase, but this can’t be verified. Parra committed to restore this treasure to its full luster and offer it for sale.
The Health Museum to Provide Free Admission on Saturday September 21 for National Smithsonian Magazine Museum Day
On Saturday, September 21, 2019, The John P. McGovern Museum of Health and Medical Science – Houston’s first Smithsonian Affiliate museum – will provide free admission to Houstonians who present a Museum Day ticket. Museum Day is an annual celebration of curiosity hosted by Smithsonian magazine where more than 1,500 museums open their doors for free.
