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Enjoy Miller Outdoor Theater This Saturday!

We're back at Miller Outdoor Theatre this Labor Day Weekend with a program that’ll provide a dreamy night under the stars filled with the melodious sounds of Mozart, including “A Little Night Music,” one of the most popular works of classical music of all time.

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Houston-area elections office dismantled as contentious Texas law takes effect

The election administrator’s office in Texas’ most populous county – Harris County, which is home to Houston – has been dismantled to comply with a new state law passed by Republican legislators that officially takes effect Friday.

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DeMario Jackson Returning to 'Bachelor' Franchise

Despite the scandal which he said cost him his job, DeMario Jackson isn't done yet with ABC's "Bachelor" franchise.

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Cornyn on Fox: ‘Careful, Deliberate Transition’ Out of Obamacare

‘There is going to be an orderly, careful, deliberate transition to make sure that nobody gets hurt in the process.’

U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) spoke about the need to repeal Obamacare and provide the American people with a more affordable alternative during an interview today with Fox News’ Happening Now. Excerpts from the interview are below, and video can be found here.

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Mother of Rapper T-Pain Launches Private Catering Company, Goldfire Private Chefs

Originally from the Bahamas, Aliyah “Mamapain” Najm found her passion for cuisine while working at her parents’ restaurant. She eventually moved to Tallahassee, Florida where she and her then husband opened a seafood restaurant. Aliyah quickly became an indispensable asset to the restaurant, bringing her exquisite palate and creativity to everything she touched.

Groundbreaking for African American Civil War Museum/ Grimke Re-development Project Set for October 17

After several years of planning and work, the African American Civil War Museum is pleased to announce that construction is underway on the historic Grimke building.

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New CMS Guidance Will Reduce Access to Healthcare

Studies Show Almost All Able-Bodied Medicaid Enrollees Already Work or Care for Loved Ones

Statement of Harold P. Wimmer, National President and CEO of the American Lung Association, in response to the guidance released by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services to states that it will approve 1115 waivers that include work requirement provisions:

The Fisk Jubilee Singers® Set to Commemorate 150th Anniversary with Yearlong Celebration of Events

The world-renowned Fisk Jubilee Singers® will celebrate the 150th anniversary of their founding with a year-long celebration of events. Organized as a choral ensemble in 1871, the Fisk Jubilee Singers® have played an essential role in introducing and sharing the tradition of the Negro spiritual with the world. This remarkable ensemble has traveled the world singing sacred songs and raising funds to support Fisk University for the past 150 years.

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Upcoming discussion hosted by PVAMU’s Texas Juvenile Crime Prevention Center to focus on raising healthy children in hostile environments

The Texas Juvenile Crime Prevention Center at Prairie View A&M University announced today it will host “Beyond Rage: Raising Healthy Kids in Hostile Climates” on July 12. The virtual discussion will feature sociologist Janice Johnson Dias.

The African American Tobacco Control Leadership Council (AATCLC) and Action On Smoking and Health (ASH) File Lawsuit Against The FDA

he Complaint Highlights the Lack of Action to Protect Thousands of African Americans From Tobacco-Related Deaths

Today, The African American Tobacco Control Leadership Council (AATCLC) and Action on Smoking and Health (ASH) held a virtual press conference announcing their joint complaint against the FDA, represented by Pollock Cohen, LLP. The complaint requests the court compel the FDA to fulfill its mandate to take action on FDA's own conclusions that it would benefit the public health to add menthol to the list of prohibited characterizing flavors and therefore ban it from sale.

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Former NFL player Sergio Brown is missing after his mother’s death was ruled a homicide

Former NFL player Sergio Brown is missing after his mother died from injuries related to an assault and her body was found near a creek behind her suburban Chicago home, according to the Maywood Police Department.

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MCTX City Manager Anthony J. Snipes Elected as National President And Board Chair of National Forum for Black Public Administrators

MCTX is proud to announce that City Manager Anthony J. Snipes has been elected to serve as National President and Board Chair on the Board of the National Forum for Black Public Administrators (NFBPA). At his inauguration on Saturday, April 6, 2019 during the organization’s national conference in Orlando, Fla., NFBPA leaders recognized Snipes for his exemplary municipal leadership, national professional networks and ongoing commitment to public service.

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The Rose Hosts 4th Annual Ensemble Theatre Fundraiser to Change High Death Rate in African American Women

The Rose @ The Ensemble will once again fill theatre seats with Houstonians passionate about saving the lives of African American women.

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Dodgers Force World Series Game 7 with 3-1 Win Against Astros

One of the most entertaining World Series of all time is going the distance. The Los Angeles Dodgers have forced a decisive Game 7, winning Game 6 at home 3-1 against the Houston Astros on Tuesday night.

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Rep. Thierry Helps Combat Food Insecurity In the Aftermath of Hurricane Harvey

State Representative Shawn Thierry (D-Houston) announced that Texas Health and Human Services will launch its disaster food relief program for families impacted by Hurricane Harvey in Harris County.The Disaster Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program offers short-term food assistance benefits to families recovering from a disaster.

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GirlTrek’s #RoadToSelma Tour Headed to Houston on Aug. 8th

GirlTrek, the largest national public health nonprofit and movement for Black women and girls, is bringing radical self-care and healing to the city of Detroit as part of its yearlong, 50-stop #RoadToSelma tour, a national wellness revival complete with storytelling, sweat, self-care and sisterhood.

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Houston Parents: Your Child’s Back-to-School Checklists Should Include a Dental Visit

Making a Dental Visit Part of Your Child’s Back-to-School Checklist Can Lead to a Brighter Smile and a Brighter Future

This August, as Houston families prepare for the upcoming school year, dentists and staff from national children’s dental provider Kool Smiles have an important reminder for parents: Remember to keep your kid’s teeth healthy this school year by scheduling a back-to-school dental appointment.

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Greenspoint Area Pastor Jamail Johnson Campaigns For A Change In Aldine Independent School District

North Houston area Pastor Jamail Johnson (The Word Church) Campaigns for the Position 1 seat on the board of Aldine Independent School District. Johnson recently hosted his campaign kick-off on last Thursday, Sept. 14, 2019 at the Allen Dave Tribute Center.

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Godspeed Mr. Watt

It has been one week since arguably the best player in Houston Texans franchise history announced that he had come to a mutual agreement with ownership to be released from the organization and become a free agent. The news sent the sports world and Texans fans into a whirlwind, especially since the future first ballot Hall of Fame defensive end J.J. Watt was a fan favorite on and off the field.

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PVAMU’s College of Business to launch Doctor of Business Administration degree this fall

Business executives seeking to bolster their analytical and research skills, better leverage big data, or pivot into a career in academia without leaving their day jobs will soon have the opportunity, thanks to a new doctoral program offered at the Prairie View A&M University (PVAMU) College of Business (COB).