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UNITY NATIONAL BANK RECEIVES A MAJOR INVESTMENT FROM JPMORGAN CHASE

JPMorgan Chase announces that they increased their investment in Black-, Hispanic- and Latino-led MDIs and CDFIs to more than $100 million.

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Visit CIityCentre to Shop, Dine, and Experience Something New!

Houston-based Midway, a privately owned, fully integrated real estate investment and development firm, is pleased to announce that CITYCENTRE and its dynamic lineup of tenants are providing guests with new offerings and promotions through June 30, 2023. The premier mixed-use destination for upscale shopping, dining, and entertainment is elevating the experience for everyone visiting or living at CITYCENTRE.

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Resilient Cities Network launches new tool to help cities embed equity in climate ready urban infrastructure projects

The Resilient Infrastructure Diversity and Equity (RIDE) Scorecard is a screening tool for infrastructure projects to ensure investments meet key criteria of the Resilient Cities Network Chair's Agenda

This ad reveals how worried Terry McAuliffe is about the Virginia governor's race

Late last month, former Virginia Gov. Terry McAuliffe said this in a debate with Republican Glenn Youngkin; "I don't think parents should be telling schools what they should teach."

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Veganism: Plant-Based Meat Alternatives Are Good for Business

Most consumers of meat alternatives are people who are simply intrigued by the idea of plant-based meat that tastes the same. In fact, vegans and vegetarians only make up 4% and 6% of global consumer

In the last 10 years, the plant-based meat industry has skyrocketed, and vegan restaurants have been popping up in mass numbers across the globe. Most people have heard of Slutty Vegan, the Black-owned vegan restaurant that aimed to bring vegan options and food awareness initially to Atlanta’s West End and now brings it to other cities. Black-owned vegan restaurant culture is a staple in cities like Baltimore, MD, Atlanta, Los Angeles, Washington, DC, and Oakland, CA, but the plant-based meat industry and markets are global. What many people don’t know is South Africa has been an early pioneer of the meat alternative industry beginning in the 1990s.

Rice engineers: Make wastewater drinkable again

Model shows recycling could dramatically slash cities’ need for fresh water resources

Delivering water to city dwellers can become far more efficient, according to Rice University researchers who say it should involve a healthy level of recycled wastewater.

Tech-or-Treat: 3 Tech Steps Toward a Spookier Halloween

With the Fall air getting cooler and the leaves beginning to change, the most frightening day of the year is just a couple of weeks away. It's time to dust off your ghoulish decorations, put on your best costume and stock up on candy. Roughly two-thirds of the U.S. celebrate Halloween in some way; the National Retail Federation predicts that in 2019, 69 percent of people across the U.S. will hand out candy, 49 percent will decorate their home, 47 percent will dress up and 32 percent will throw a party. Many will also visit haunted houses or local Halloween events.

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A Sweet Superfruit for Summer Meals

From backyard barbecues and family picnics to a bright addition to seasonal recipes, sweet cherries not only provide a boost of flavor but also pack a punch when it comes to nutrition, helping keep you and your family healthy during busy summer months.

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A Pop-Up Shop For Full Bust Ladies Coming To Houston

New York City-based Exclusively Kristen and South Florida-based Bolero Beachwear are teaming up with Houston’s Mystique Lingerie in order to bring full bust ladies style and proper fit.

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All Blaq Everythang Festival Presents Blaq Fridaze + Pop-Ups

All Blaq Fridaze + Pop-Ups Presented By The All Blaq Everythang Festival, a celebration of black culture and creating a space of collective energy for economic impact.

People can't stop buying leggings. That's great news for Lululemon and Athleta

The pandemic has sparked broad shifts in the clothes people are wearing, boosting some retailers while leaving others behind.

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ICYMI: Walmart Boosts Employee Wages after President Trump's Tax Cuts

"Walmart is boosting the minimum hourly wage for its U.S. employees to $11 and dishing out bonuses of up to $1,000, crediting President Trump's tax cut for enabling the move. …

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H-E-B and Favor Delivery to Join Forces

Combination will provide Texans with an innovative, convenient and world-class home delivery experience

H-E-B, one of the nation’s leading independent food retailers and the largest private employer in Texas, today announced that Favor Delivery, the innovative on-demand delivery service headquartered in Austin, will become a wholly owned subsidiary. The terms of the transaction were not disclosed.

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Partners with Heart & Soul Outreach Ministries to serve food and provide toiletries for over 100 homeless attendees during an outdoor service on Nov. 29th

Blessties USA and the HOODIES4HEALING foundation is partnering with Heart & Soul Outreach Ministries to host a fundraising service for the homeless on Sunday, November 29th from 9 am to 12 noon. Evangelists Wayne and Andrea Ormond will be delivering an inspirational sermon for this outside event that will be held right behind Minute Maid Park in the parking lot across from the Star of Hope in downtown (2320 Lamar St., Houston, TX 77003).

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Micro Winery Opens in Missouri City

Winery creates a new experience for Missouri City area residents.

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Olympians Visit Houston for the 2023 Make-a-Splash Tour Presented By Phillips 66

Olympians Nathan Adrian, Elizabeth Beisel, Rowdy Gaines, Cullen Jones and Chase Kalisz will participate in a community swimming activity and visits to local schools during the 2023 Make-a-Splash Tour stop in Houston.

A new Google Doodle honors the history-making Native American comedian Charlie Hill

Google honored barrier-breaking comedian Charlie Hill, the first Native American comic to appear on national TV, with a Doodle on what would've been his 71st birthday.

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H-E-B: Marks Texas Recycles Day With FREE Nature Center Access

In the spirit of Texas Recycles Day, H-E-B champions environmental stewardship by offering free admission to select Texas nature centers. This initiative is part of their year-round effort to bolster recycling and sustainability practices.

Biden announces new military and veteran suicide prevention strategy

President Joe Biden on Tuesday announced a new military and veteran suicide prevention strategy that includes promoting safe firearms storage and outlining best practices for firearm dealers.

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Houston’s original creperie, Coco Crepes & Coffee, opens new location in Upper Kirby

Bella Restaurants Group opens the 9th Houston-area location; Grand Opening July 24

Houston’s first creperie, Coco Crepes & Coffee, has opened its ninth location. Located at 3303 Richmond Ave., formerly home to the Velvet Melvin Pub, the family-friendly cafe and coffee shop from Bella Restaurants Group will celebrate its Grand Opening on July 24 with giveaways including crepes, 100 days of free coffee and more.