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Mostyn Law & 1800TruckWreck Award $15,000 to Heartbeat of the Campus Winnera

Local high school, college students honored for their achievements at special reception

Mostyn Law’s HeartBEAT of the Campus Awards has recognized fifteen Houston-area students for their successes on campus and in the community, providing each with a $1,000 check in support of their further studies.

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We’re Not Letting Anybody Steal Our Joy

A congressional meeting room might be the last place people would expect to find joy.

Big Climb Houston is back!

On Saturday April 2, media and the public are invited to attend the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s Big Climb Houston in the fight to cure blood cancers. Participants of the Big Climb will challenge themselves to climb 50 flights of stairs to the top of Three Allen Center and raise critical funds in support of blood cancer research and patient support. Planet Fitness, the innovative fitness franchise with a major presence in Houston, will be local sponsor of the event for the 5th year.

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St. Luke’s United Methodist Church presents Ukraine benefit concert featuring Christina Wells and Ken Medema on Sunday, Apr. 3

Proceeds go to UMCOR (United Methodist Committee on Relief) for Ukrainian citizens and refugees impacted by the war

Urban South Brewery Launches New Beer to Benefit Humanitarian Efforts in Ukraine

100% of proceeds from “Double Spilled: Slava Ukraini” beer sales to be donated to the International Rescue Committee

In solidarity with the families and refugees of Ukraine, Urban South Brewery has launched a new beer to raise funds for humanitarian efforts and emergency response in Ukraine. Double Spilled: Slava Ukraini will be available at both Urban South’s New Orleans and Houston taprooms and 100% of the proceeds from beer sales will be donated to the International Rescue Committee.

GRAMMY-Winning Recording Artist John Legend To Receive Global Impact Award At Recording Academy Honors Presented By The Black Music Collective

The Recording Academy® announced today 12-time GRAMMY®-winning artist John Legend will be honored during Recording Academy Honors Presented By The Black Music Collective taking place in-person during GRAMMY Week. Legend will be receiving the first-ever Recording Academy Global Impact Award for his personal and professional achievements in the music industry.

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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!

HUD's Action Plan To Advance Property Appraisal And Valuation Equity

"Researchers have observed a market value gap between majority-Black and majority-white neighborhoods for decades. On average, homes in majority-Black neighborhoods are valued at less than half of those in neighborhoods with few or no Black residents. Statistical analyses show that accounting for neighborhood and property characteristics and amenities—such as the age of the property or its proximity to public transportation—does not explain the entire disparity. Recent research has identified appraisals as one of the drivers of the gap."

Environmental Justice Leader Mustafa Ali to Review Justice40 Initiative with White House Advisor Gina McCarthy at Second Annual BIPOC Climate Justice Dialogue

Environmental justice leader, Mustafa Santiago Ali, will discuss the progress made on the implementation of the Biden-Harris Administration’s Justice40 initiative with White House Advisor Gina McCarthy during the Second Annual BIPOC Climate Justice Dialogue. Hosted by the HBCU Green Fund and other environmental groups, the two-day virtual event is open to the public and will take place April 7 – 8, 2022. To register visit: https://bit.ly/35aiE3N.

Eastbound Memorial Drive Tunnels Now Open to One-Way Vehicular Traffic

Eastbound traffic directed to new alignment of Memorial Drive; Westbound tunnels to open in April

Today, Memorial Park Conservancy along with project partners the City of Houston Parks and Recreation Department, Kinder Foundation, and Uptown Houston celebrated the opening of the eastbound Land Bridge tunnels to one-way vehicular traffic.

William H. Kuntz Jr., Former TDLR Executive Director, Passed Away on Sunday

William H. Kuntz, Jr., former executive director of the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation, passed away Sunday after a long illness.

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Former At-Large City Council Member Amanda K. Edwards Announces Candidacy for Mayor of the City of Houston

Former At-Large City Council Member Amanda K. Edwards has announced her candidacy for Mayor of the City of Houston. This is an open seat race to succeed Mayor Sylvester Turner, who is term-limited and cannot run again. The Edwards campaign is poised to make history; it is no coincidence that the campaign announcement is occurring during Women’s History Month. If elected, Amanda would become Houston’s first African American female mayor.

Beto Will Destroy Texas Energy Industry

“Anti-energy industry candidate Beto O’Rourke’s support for the Green New Deal and curtailing oil and gas drilling would DESTROY the Texas energy industry, killing hundreds of thousands of jobs in the process.” – Mark Miner, Communications Director

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J Mulan, Maya Prince and more celebrate at Essence of a Masterpiece in Houston

Last night on Sunday, March 27, local Houston influencer and media personality J Mulan partnered with Diageo, Art Houston Magazine, Prauper, and Houston Mayor's Office of Cultural Affairs to bring together a group of women artists, creators and businesswomen in a collaborative networking experience as part of Diageo's ongoing commitment to championing diversity, inclusion and intersectionality all year round.

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DeSantis signs controversial bill restricting certain LGBTQ topics in the classroom

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis on Monday signed legislation banning certain instruction about sexual orientation and gender identity in the classroom, approving the controversial measure that opponents have dubbed the "Don't Say Gay" law.

Joint Statement From NFL Clubs On Commitment To Increasing Diversity Among Ownership

Following a discussion among the 32 NFL clubs, the membership adopted today the below statement and resolution that outlines its commitment to increasing diversity among ownership.

Academy 'condemns' actions of Will Smith at Oscars, starts 'formal review' of slapping incident

The Academy of Motion Pictures Arts and Sciences in a statement issued on Monday condemned the actions of best actor winner Will Smith after the "King Richard" star stormed the stage and slapped presenter Chris Rock in the face during Sunday's Oscars ceremony.

Association for the Advancement of Mexican Americans Day of Service

Today, the Association for the Advancement of Mexican Americans (AAMA) will host a special Day of Service in honor of legacy civic leaders Cesar Chavez and Dolores Huerta. Students and staff from AAMA’s two George I. Sanchez Charter Schools will volunteer at both Houston campuses to update on-site murals, stain a back fence, pick up trash on the property, mulch and trim bushes, among various other beautification projects. The one-day service event is intended to honor the memory and legacy of Chavez and Huerta ahead of this year’s Cesar Chavez Day on March 31, 2022 and Dolores Huerta Day on April 10, 2022. AAMA is a leading Latino-serving nonprofit organization in the city of Houston with over 50 years of service across the state of Texas.

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Alpha Kappa Alpha Reignite the Passion of Community Involvement with the Rev. Al Sharpton

"Historical representation personified" – these were the words used by Rev. Al Sharpton as he described Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated® and its international president, Dr. Glenda Baskin Glover, during the sorority’s 90th South Central Regional Conference. The Rev. Sharpton took the stage and gave a powerful speech, sharing with the audience his appreciation for the organization’s contributions and his longstanding dedication to community service. As a vocal and prominent figure in civil rights activism, the Rev. Sharpton’s words reignited a sense of pride during an event that was a reminder and celebration of black excellence.

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Boss Babes Who Pray Shuts Down Houston #Recap

The 2022 “Boss Babes Who Pray” Conference (A two day event for Christian business women and executives; held in 3 cities, two continents and two countries) kicked off March 15th 2022, in Houston, Texas.