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How Galveston Is Honoring Its Role As the Birthplace of Juneteenth
As Galveston historian Samuel Collins III, whose own ancestors were freed as a result of the Juneteenth order, raised funds and installed a historical marker at the former Osterman Building—ravaged by Hurricane Carla and razed in the ’60s—but few people ever stopped to read it. Then, last year, amid the tragic deaths of Breonna Taylor and Houstonian George Floyd and massive protests over civil rights, Collins noticed a change. “All of the sudden, Juneteenth just exploded in popularity.
The Open House: With Realtor Falyn Davis
Get Bang A For Your Buck: Sunnyside Investments
Welcome back to The Open House. If you’re an investor looking for a new place to grow your money, I’ve got the perfect upcoming area in the city.
A Local Black Father Wants the Narrative Changed That Black Men ARE In Their Son’s Lives
As June comes to a close we still want to shine a light on good Black men who are good fathers.
June Deadrick Elected to Board of Trustees of the Texas Bar Foundation
June Deadrick, Director of State & Federal Relations (Government Affairs) for CenterPoint Energy has been elected to the Board of Trustees of the Texas Bar Foundation.
Texan Voters Unsure If State Can Tackle Power Grid Issues, Survey Says
Latest Survey Shows Texan Voters Want Weatherization/Winterization of Electric Grid But Doubt Legislated Policy Will Deliver
When Winter Storm Uri hit, many Texans lost power from February 14-20, resulting in losses of lives and economic activity, and damages to their homes that for some are still not completely repaired. Now, four months later as demand for electricity has increased at the start of the summer amid tight supply, Texans continue to prioritize improvements to the power grid, albeit with doubt as to whether the Texas Legislature and Governor can get the job done.
Annalise Lockhart’s ‘Inheritance’ focuses on a Black family who are haunted by white spirits
Annalise Lockhart’s live action short film Inheritance focuses on a Black family who are haunted by white ghosts in rural America. This powerful film which has elements of science fiction screened at the Oscar qualifying Atlanta Film Festival, RiverRun International Film Festival and will be screening at Palm Springs International ShortFest, another Oscar qualifier, this month.
Houston Grand Opera Hosts Renowned Tenor Jonas Kaufmann in One Night Only Concert and Gala Event
International Star Jonas Kaufmann Takes the Stage in Texas for the First Time Ever on October 6
Houston Grand Opera (HGO) is proud to announce An Evening with Jonas Kaufmann, a special, one-night event with international tenor Jonas Kaufmann on October 6, 2021, at the Wortham Theater Center. Kaufmann’s highly anticipated HGO debut, and first-ever Houston performance, is the chance of a lifetime for opera lovers.
Families Empowered Hosts Free Houston School Roundup June 26
To combat low enrollment rates for pre-K and kindergarten, Families Empowered is hosting a roundup of schools in Houston. The event will provide families with the chance to meet public ISD schools and programs, public charter schools, and private schools and programs for your Pre-K 3, Pre-K 4 and Kindergarteners.
Celebrate Independence Day with American-Made Tees and Seasonal Savings
Austin-based blank apparel retailer, Threadsy, announces a Fourth of July campaign featuring apparel made in the USA and 40% off select accessories. Just in time for Independence Day gatherings, people can shop and save on totes, coolers, hats, and other must-have gear.
Rodney Griffin Appointed to City of Missouri City Planning Commission
Rodney Griffin was appointed by the City of Missouri City Mayor and Council to the nine member Planning and Zoning Commission, June 7, 2021. Griffin was sworn in by Mayor Robin Elakatt before a packed house. Council Members Lynn Clouser( L) and Dr. Cheryl Sterling are present in the photo.
The Jazz Houston Youth Orchestra Auditions
July 30 & 31, 2021 – 11:00 am – 5 p.m. St. Mark’s Episcopal Church – 3816 Bellaire Blvd. (77025)
If you are a youth jazz enthusiast, do not miss a chance to be a part of the inaugural year of the foremost Youth Jazz Orchestra in Houston. This Audition-Only Orchestra will be made up of 20 of Houston’s finest young musicians.
Flight Club, A London-based Concept, Debuts Immersive Bar and Restaurant in Houston Later This Year
Flight Club brings high-tech Social Darts™ to Regent Square for First Concept Based in Texas
Flight Club is proud to announce Houston as the third location of the immersive bar and restaurant concept. A British import which has revolutionized the traditional game of darts, Flight Club Houston is set to open in late 2021 and features semi-private game areas, eclectic bar program led by award-winning Peter Vestinos, and menu curated by acclaimed Chicago Chef Rich Gresh.
KIPP Texas Public Schools is distributing free breakfast and lunch for all children 18 years of age or younger (up to 21 years of age for individuals with disabilities) through Friday July 9
KIPP Texas Public Schools is distributing free breakfast and lunch for all children 18 years of age or younger (up to 21 years of age for individuals with disabilities) through Friday July 9. Children do not have to be enrolled in a KIPP Texas school to receive free meals.
our Houston-based LGBTQ+ Artists to Know
Harrison Guy | Moe Penders | Lovie Olivia & Preetika Rajgariah
Experience PRIDE at the MFAH: A Rainbow of Artists, a montage of stories told by Houston-based artists in honor of Pride Month and the 52nd anniversary of the Stonewall uprising. In this video series, the artists share their personal journeys and discuss works of art in the MFAH collections. Among the highlights: the world premiere of These Feet Were Made for Walkin’, a new dance choreographed by Harrison Guy and inspired by art in the Kinder Building. The piece is powerfully performed on-site by Cameron Edwards to a commissioned score by Ricky Lethridge.
Luby's finds buyer to acquire cafeteria brand and 32 Texas restaurants
It turns out you may not have to hoard Luby's LuAnn platters like they're toilet paper during a pandemic because the restaurant has found a buyer for a majority of its business, keeping the company alive.
City Makes $12 Million Available for Third Round of Harvey Recovery Multi-family Development
The City of Houston Housing and Community Development Department (HCDD) has issued a third round of funding, currently estimated at $12 million, for the Harvey Multifamily Program. Through this funding round, the Harvey Multifamily Program expects to make its final awards to developers, primarily as gap funding to cover the rising costs of building materials.
Children's Museum Houston Celebrated Juneteenth
Sponsored by Gilbert Andrew Garcia & Garcia Hamilton & Associates, L.P.
On Saturday, June 19th, the Children’s Museum was proud to celebrate and honor Juneteenth with spoken word poetry, interactive activities, line dancing, and so much more. Activities included,
Juneteenth Celebrates the Continuing Struggle for Equality Under the Law
"Great nations don't ignore the most painful moments. ... They embrace them," said President Biden as he signed the Juneteenth National Independent Day Act - passed unanimously in the U.S. Senate - to make Juneteenth - June 19th - a federal holiday.
ACA Once Again Upheld By the Supreme Court
The U.S. Supreme Court ruled against Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton's case to find the Affordable Care Act (ACA) unconstitutional. This is the third time the U.S. Supreme Court has found the ACA constitutional. It is long overdue for Texas to expand Medicaid to provide over a million Texans with access to quality healthcare instead of wasting taxpayer money pursuing politically motivated court cases.
Astros Continue To Dominate By Defeating The Tigers 12-3
On Thursday night the Houston Astros defeated the Detroit Tigers by a score of 12-3 to extend their win streak to 11 games. They are now one game shy of tying their franchise record for most consecutive wins.
