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Houston Film Company Making Movie Based On Hurricane Harvey
It has only been a few months since the devastating storm flooded our area, but a movie about Hurricane Harvey is coming soon.
Congressman Al Green Hosts Back-to-School Backpack Giveaway
On Wednesday, August 17, 2022, Congressman Al Green will host a back-to-school backpack giveaway. He is honored to be partnering with local organizations Ridgemont Community Center and ICNA Relief for this back-to-school-drive.
McDonald’s launches Boo Buckets on October 17 for two weeks only
Boo Buckets are back at McDonald’s just in time for spooky season! Starting on October 17, fans can get in the Halloween spirit at participating McDonald’s restaurants in the Greater Houston area with four new Halloween Happy Meal designs including: Monster, Skeleton, Mummy and Vampire (launching for the first time and inspired by the OG purple Boo Bucket).
Congressman Al Green Receives Information About Houston Mail Delivery
On Tuesday, January 23, 2024, Congressman Al Green released the following statement:
Dacamera Announces Lineup for 2022/2023 Season and Second Annual Houston Summerjazz
Highlights include appearances by violinist Gil Shaham and pianist Emanuel Ax; the Houston premiere of Osvaldo Golijov’s Falling Out of Time, the world premiere of Kendrick Scott’s Unearthed and the DACAMERA debut of Paris’s Ensemble Intercontemporain; plus appearances by jazz stars Branford Marsalis, Cecile McLorin Salvant and Christian McBride
Mayor's Office of Cultural Affairs Awards Second Round of Digital-Focused Arts Grants
The Mayor’s Office of Cultural Affairs (MOCA) announces the second round of competitive grants by Let Creativity Happen! (LCH) Digital. The 13 successful projects employing digital tools to engage people with arts and culture will receive $31,000. These projects were awarded from among 71 proposals to the second round of the Let Creativity Happen! (LCH) Digital competitive grant program.
Idaho student killings suspect could be executed by firing squad if he is convicted and sentenced to death
The man accused of fatally stabbing four University of Idaho students could be executed by firing squad if he’s convicted and sentenced to death – and if the state cannot obtain the drugs necessary for a lethal injection.
Student entrepreneurs can start their first lemonade stand with learning app offered by Empowered and Lemonade Day
My Lemonade Day app offers tools for kids starting a lemonade stand business
This spring and summer, kids can learn to manage their own lemonade business from start to finish with help from Lemonade Day and Empowered, two organizations focused on experiential, real-world learning through an individualized approach to all students.
Six Flags Announces 2022-2023 Special Events Lineup
Plus the Return of the Popular Dining and Membership Programs
Six Flags Hurricane Harbor Splashtown Houston’s largest water park, today announced a robust lineup of special events during the 2022 and 2023 seasons. In addition, the park’s dining pass and membership programs are back by popular demand. Returning guest favorites and new offerings create endless opportunities for fun all season long. Event highlights for the 2022/2023 seasons include:
Texas Among Most Vulnerable to Measles Outbreak
Four Texas counties are among the top 25 in the nation identified as being most at risk for a measles outbreak, according to a new study.
Big Sean Launches 'Mogul Prep' Program For Inner City Youth
Sean Don gives back to his community with the help of his mom.
Human Rights Campaign Announces Launch of First Ever National In-Home HIV Testing Kit Program
Today, The Human Rights Campaign (HRC) Foundation, the educational arm of the nation’s largest lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer (LGBTQ+) civil rights organization, in partnership with Us Helping Us, launched the United States’ first national in-home HIV testing program centered around reaching communities disproportionately impacted by HIV—Black and Latinx gay, bisexual men and transgender women of color. Also, for the first time in its history, HRC will be providing a direct-to-door service to the LGBTQ+ community by pledging to administer a minimum of 5,000 free in-home testing kits for HIV over one year.
Human Rights Campaign Announces Launch of First Ever National In-Home HIV Testing Kit Program
Today, The Human Rights Campaign (HRC) Foundation, the educational arm of the nation’s largest lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer (LGBTQ+) civil rights organization, in partnership with Us Helping Us, launched the United States’ first national in-home HIV testing program centered around reaching communities disproportionately impacted by HIV—Black and Latinx gay, bisexual men and transgender women of color. Also, for the first time in its history, HRC will be providing a direct-to-door service to the LGBTQ+ community by pledging to administer a minimum of 5,000 free in-home testing kits for HIV over one year.
HCDE Board Approves $174.5 Million 2020-2021 Budget
The Harris County Department of Education Board of Trustees approved a $174.5 million budget for the 2020-2021 school year Wednesday, continuing programs and services that effectively support students, educators and school districts in Harris County. With this budget, HCDE maintains its business model, which preserves the integrity of its services to school districts. The budget also provides for ongoing support for HCDE employees through competitive compensation and benefits.
Houstonian Wins First Place in H-E-B Quest for Texas Best Competition
H-E-B’s Primo Picks Quest for Texas Best judges narrowed the field of 25 finalists to just FIVE winners on Friday, August 11 at the Central Texas Food Bank.
Russo's New York Pizzeria Celebrates National Pepperoni Pizza Day with a $10 Large Pepperoni Pizza
Pepperoni pizza lovers unite! On Thursday, September 20, the only authentic New York-style, Italian restaurant and pizzeria franchise concept, is offering $10 large pepperoni pizzas to celebrate the popular food holiday. Limit one per customer, dine-in and take out only, and additional toppings extra.
Congressman Al Green Applauds Senate Passage of Coronavirus (COVID-19) Relief Measure
On Wednesday, March 18, 2020, Congressman Al Green released the following statement regarding the Senate’s passage of the second coronavirus relief package:
H-E-B Named One of the Best Places to Work in 2018
Glassdoor.com just released its list of the best places to work in 2018, and our hometown heroes H-E-B have made the top 20... well, just barely at number 20, but that's besides the point.
The Lancaster Hotel’s Rose Brooks retires after 39 years of service
Rose Brooks, the storied Lancaster Hotel’s longest standing employee, will retire this month after 39 years of service. During that time, she has served more than 1.4 million guests including politicians, celebrities, actors and performers, sports icons, powerful lawyers, government leaders, local executives, honeymoon, anniversary couples, remodels, and renovations. The list goes on and on.
McDonald's USA® Partners with Keke Palmer to Surprise "Future 22" Change Leaders With $220,000 to Continue Positively Impacting Communities Nationwide
The Award-Winning Actress, Singer and Entertainer Helped Announce These Grants at a Special Event During Essence Fest
From a STEM educator who is leveling the playing field for Black and brown children in computer science to a financial literacy champion who is bridging the financial gap in inner cities, these visionaries are shattering ceilings and breaking barriers to create meaningful change in communities across the country. Since February, their stories have been told through an integrated marketing campaign that includes videos on Instagram at @wearegolden and McDonald's YouTube channel, as well as TV and radio spots voiced over by Keke, and more.
