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Cadence Bank Contributes to the Houston Area Urban League to Help Start the Center for Social Justice and Education

Cadence Bank, a subsidiary of Cadence Bancorporation (NYSE: CADE), has made a significant contribution to the Houston Area Urban League (HAUL) to help fund the development of its Center for Social Justice and Education.

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More Babies Born with Sickle Cell Disease in Greater Houston Area Than Other Regions of Texas

Annual summit aims to raise awareness, advocacy and action surrounding painful genetic blood disorder

Approximately 70 babies per year in the Greater Houston area are born with the painful genetic disorder called sickle cell disease, more than any other region of Texas. Of the estimated 100,000 Americans living with the rare condition, approximately 7,000 are Texans.

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Three Houston Texans selected for the 2020 NFL Pro Bowl

After it was all said and done, and the votes were tallied up. Three Houston Texans offensive weapons were selected to the 2020 NFL Pro Bowl. Quarterback Deshaun Watson, wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins, and left tackle Laremy Tunsil will represent the Texans in Orlando, Florida. This is the 16th-consecutive season that Houston has had at least one player selected.

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Deadline Extended for Public Input on Changes to Chapter 19

City Council Member Dave Martin appreciates the comments received by many District E residents, and is happy to announce that Mayor Sylvester Turner has changed the deadline for public input on changes to City of Houston Chapter 19 to Monday, March 5 at 5:00 p.m. After the proposed changes were presented to Council during a Joint Transportation, Technology, and Infrastructure/Regulation and Neighborhood Affairs Committee Meeting last Monday, February, 12, Council Member Martin provided strong feedback to Mayor Turner, demanding residents be given more time to participate in the process.

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“Aha Moment” Rockets defeat the Pelicans as the winning streak continues.

The Merriman-Webster dictionary defines an Aha moment as a sudden realization, inspiration, insight, recognition, or comprehension and nothing makes a coach feel jubilated, then when his players experience it for the first time. For Houston Rockets head coach Stephen Silas, he could see it coming for his team in spurts as multiple lineups caused certain players to have the moment at certain times. Now with a healthy lineup it seems as if everyone who has touches the floor for the Rockets is having them.

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A Texas man who went missing as a teen 8 years ago was just found alive sleeping outside a church

A Houston man who went missing as a teen more than eight years ago was found sleeping in front of a local church, according to police.

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Mayor Whitmire Instills Renewed Leadership in Houston Housing Authority

In a decisive move to combat financial irregularities and enhance the operational efficacy of the Houston Housing Authority (HHA), Mayor John Whitmire has appointed a new slate of esteemed Commissioners. This strategic change comes in the wake of HHA ceasing the issuance of housing vouchers due to budget overruns, a decision that notably affects veterans, the disabled, and the homeless.

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Texas Education Officials Reject Another Mexican-American Studies Textbook

For the second time in the last year, the State Board of Education rejected a proposed Mexican-American studies textbook, leaving teachers without any state-approved materials for teaching the course.

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In 5 years of #MeToo, here's what's changed -- and what hasn't

Five years ago, a single hashtag sent waves across the world: #MeToo. News of sexual harassment and assault allegations against ubiquitous Hollywood producer Harvey Weinstein had just broken. In its wake, countless people came forward with stories of sexual abuse -- accusing high-profile men from former president George H. W. Bush to actor Kevin Spacey of various kinds of sexual harassment.

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Jordan Thomas Wins Harvard Debate Competition as He and 24 Other Students from Atlanta Make History

A group of 25 black students from Atlanta, competing against hundreds of young scholars from around the world, made history over the weekend with winning performances in a Harvard debate tournament.

In Search of Unity: A Houston Perspective of A Yates High School Loss (George Floyd): Dr. Bertie Simmons Speaks

The killing of George Floyd, a member of the Yates High School family, has poignantly exposed and made abundantly public the lives that blacks have lived for centuries in America. It is heart-breaking and calls several things to question: Why have we not, as the “privileged” class, done something over all these years to bring justice to the black community – a community that has made amazing contributions to our society? Why have we as the “privileged” closed our eyes to the unjust treatment they have endured all their lives? Our doing nothing shines a bright light on our lack of respect, understanding and empathy for others. The blame rests on our shoulders for our insensitivity and lack of courage to stand up for what is right.

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Cabo San Lucas: The Perfect Girlfriend’s Getaway Destination

Houston Style’s globetrotter on the go recently took a trip to Cabo San Lucas for a quick girlfriend’s getaway and did it all on a budget! So for those of you in need of a vacation but perhaps the holidays forced you to tighten up the boot straps a bit, here’s Brandi to tell you how to get that much needed paradise escape without breaking the bank.

Be Heart Smart: Science-Based Information To Help Lower The Risk Of Heart Disease

Not all signs of an impending heart attack are obvious and the subtle signs that go unnoticed can still result in a deadly outcome, adding to the tragic statistic that makes Coronary Heart Disease (CHD) the leading cause of death for men and women in America. Cardiologist Waqar Khan’s new book is a practical guide that covers everything from de-bunking common myths about the causes of heart attacks to advice on heart-healthy meals to live a healthier life.

Grifols Houston-Area Biomat USA Plasma Donor Centers Now Accepting Donations from People Who Have Recovered from COVID-19

Potential donors can call 866-END-CV19 to learn more about donating their convalescent plasma to produce a hyperimmune globulin medicine for potentially treating COVID-19

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Houston Based Law Firm Roberts Markland LLP Wins $3,800,000.00 Verdict For Disabled Passenger Who Was Dropped And Injured On A United Airlines Flight

United Airlines Passenger Erica Fulton Ecstatic To End Her Long Journey To Justice

On January 22, 2019, a federal jury serving the United States District Court for the Southern District of Texas unanimously ordered United Airlines and its contractor AirServ to pay $3,800,000.00 to disabled passenger Erica Fulton of St. Petersburg, FL, who was dropped by airline employees as they transferred her from her chair into her first class seat.

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Young Dolph’s Concert in Houston Ends in Gunfire

Five months after being shot at 100 times in Charlotte, N.C., shots were fired at Young Dolph‘s concert in Houston this past Saturday (July 1). In one clip, a Snapchat user appears to be updating his story when several gunshots go off. In the background, the beginnings of what sounds like a pretty chaotic scene are heard as Dolph ends his show performing his Yo Gotti diss, “Play Wit Yo Bitch.”

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HCC Fashion Expert Offers Super Advice On the Hottest Trends for the Game

The countdown has started and thousands of football enthusiasts and their female companions will attend concerts and other Bayou City events leading up to Sunday’s super game. Yet, the question in the minds of many will be, “What can I wear that is trendy, sporty yet comfortable?”

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Space Center Boulevard Concrete Panel Replacement Weekend Planned Work

On Saturday, February 25 and Sunday, February 26, the City of Houston's Public Works and Engineering Department will replace deteriorated pavement panels at El Dorado Boulevard and Space Center Boulevard. During the weekend construction, the outside eastbound lane will be closed on Space Center Boulevard. Additionally on El Dorado Boulevard, the inside lanes will be closed in each direction (northbound and southbound) approaching Space Center Boulevard.

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Black Enterprise Executive to Address African American Community

The Greater Houston Black Chamber (GHBC) will host its monthly 2nd Tuesdays with the Chamber luncheon on Tuesday, April 11, 2017, from 11:30 am – 1:00 pm at Buffalo Soldiers Museum where Black Enterprise Senior Vice President / Executive Editor-at-Large will speak and moderate a panel of BE 100s companies.

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Remembering the Life of Kelvin Keith Belcher, MD

Romans 6:23 reads, “For the wages of sin [is] death; but the gift of God [is] eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord.” Kelvin Keith Belcher, MD has reached his eternal life with the Lord joining him on February 18, 2017.