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This New Year, See What You Can Do Online at socialsecurity.gov
Are you looking for new ways to save time this new year? Social Security offers many of its services online by signing up for a secure my Social Security account.
A Lesson in Cultural Math: How Many 6 Inch Tamales Does it Take to Get to Cuba?
It's an uplifting story that demonstrates that humanity has no borders. A young woman from Chico, California comes up with an ingenuous idea to literally cook her way to Cuba after her heart calls her to go to the community of Vinales in order to do service work as part of a Bright Light Volunteers global service learning program.
COVID Money Tracker Launches to Enhance Transparency April 20, 2020
Congress has already approved more than $2 trillion in fiscal measures to deal with the unprecedented economic and public health crisis caused by the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, while the Federal Reserve has announced trillions of dollars in loans and other extraordinary measures, and it is extremely likely further action will be taken.
Fortnite is the Leading Twitch Game with Over Half a Million Streamers as of May
As one of the biggest games ever with more than 350 million players, Fortnite continues dominating the gaming world. According to data gathered by GoldenCasinoNews, the Epic Games` megahit ranked as the leading Twitch game with 580 thousand streamers as of May. With nearly 404 thousand streamers in the last months, Call of Duty: Modern Warfare ranked as the second most-popular game on Twitch.
Vote by Mail Applications Sent to All Registered Voters in Harris County Age 65 and Up
Harris County Clerk Chris Hollins has sent vote by mail applications to 376,840 registered voters who are 65 years of age and older. Those voters should expect to start receiving the applications in their mailboxes this week. To receive a mail ballot for the July 14 Primary Runoff Elections, voters must complete their applications and return them promptly by July 2 (received, not postmarked).
Support Black Owned Business: New Rendezvous Date App
Rendezvous Date is a new dating service with the goal of bringing matches together in-person sooner than later.* (Since the outbreak of Covid-19, Rendezvous is installing a video service w/in the App that is going live soon.) Rendezvous is for singles who are serious about a relationship and fed up with ghosting, catfishing and penpals. Founder Jason Paul created Rendezvous after one to many frustrating online dating experiences and incorporated features into his app he wished he’d seen in others. What sets Rendezvous apart?
COVID-19 Response Plans for Connecting More Residents, Businesses at the State and Community Level
Connected Nation (CN) is providing a new resource for state and community leaders that will help them identify immediate and simple solutions for connecting more residents and businesses during COVID-19 quarantines.
Yolanda Adams, Michelle Williams, Brian Courtney Wilson, Ruben Studdard, Coko of SWV, Syleena Johnson, Major. and more
Music Endeavor Was A Selfless Birthday Gift to Inspire & Encourage Virtual Connection During The Pandemic
TV Host & Pop Culture Commentator Jawn Murray has assembled an all-start list of R&B, Gospel & Jazz singers for an inspiring virtual collaboration remaking the classic 'Dionne Warwick & Friends' song, "That's What Friends Are For."
AFT Statement on Leadership Conference’s Civil Rights Principles for Higher Education Act Reauthorization
Today, the AFT joined the Leadership Conference on Civil and Human Rights and 46 other organizations in identifying critical civil rights principles they recommend for inclusion in any reauthorization of the Higher Education Act.
ScoreMore Shows Announces Festival Lineup Additions - Young Thug at JMBLYA & Lil Wayne at Neon Desert / Cardi B Cancels Both Festival Performances
ScoreMore Shows is revealing today new lineup additions to each of its upcoming music festivals in Texas this May, including the the sixth annual JMBLYA, which will return to Dallas, Austin and Houston on May 4, 5 and 6, respectively; as well as Neon Desert Music Festival, which is taking place this year on Saturday, May 26, and Sunday, May 27 of Memorial Day weekend in El Paso, Texas.
AFT President Randi Weingarten on 2019 PDK Poll Measuring the Public’s Attitudes Toward the Public Schools
American Federation of Teachers President Randi Weingarten released the following statement upon the release of this year’s Phi Delta Kappan (PDK) Poll, the 51st iteration of the survey that measures public opinion about America’s public schools, noting that for the first time in nearly 20 years, the survey included teachers in its responses:
A Message From State Rep. Thierry House District 146
TODAY we have the chance to shape history, and the power is right in our fingertips. All we have to do is VOTE! If you haven't already voted, please don’t wait, don’t hesitate—just do it! #GOVOTE. Polls are open from 7AM to 7PM. You can find your polling place along with what’s on your ballot and the acceptable forms of ID HERE. In Texas, employers are legally required to provide employees paid-time off to vote, unless the employee has at least two consecutive hours to vote outside of the voter's working hours. (See actual law here)
Marvin Sapp Searching for Gospel Music's Next Great Vocal Talent!
Marvin Sapp recently celebrated a milestone anniversary, as he marked 30 years since accepting his call to preach. He also celebrated 15 years as pastor of Lighthouse Full Life Center. These milestones are reached as the second single off of his latest, Dove and Stellar Award winning release “Close”, advances to the top of Gospel Radio Airplay Charts. The dazzling ballad, “Listen”, is the #3 most-played Gospel song in the country. “Listen” reframes the adage that God is trying to tell you something with modern day lingo as the singer imparts: “Hold up / Shhhhh…Listen / I know you’ve got your own plan / But He’s got a better one.”
African American Tech “Mompreneur” Launches Cryptocurrency $Guap to Grow Black-Owned Businesses
Technology veteran, visionnaire, and mompreneur Tavonia Evans has launched the very first ICO (Initial Coin Offering) for $Guap, a coin aimed at recycling wealth within the Black community. $Guap is a groundbreaking offer that breaks into the world of cryptocurrency with an ambitious mission to reward African-American consumers for supporting businesses that support them.
New Book, Inspired By the Author’s 13-Year Old Granddaughter, Challenges One Million Black Men and Fathers to Make Sure Their Children “Know Our Story”
This individual activity provides fathers and black men opportunity to be involved in setting the foundation for their children’s future. “Know Our Story” has power to guarantee children increase their knowledge of the essentials of success.
Martin Luther King’s Legacy Honored with Day of Service
Shell Oil Company volunteers spend holiday working along with other companies & individuals
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. once said, “Life's most persistent and urgent question is, 'What are you doing for others?'” To honor King’s life and work and in recognition of MLK Day, Houston Food Bank is welcoming individual and corporate volunteers on Monday, January 15, 2018, which is MLK Day.
Texas Grid Manager, Electricity Transmission Company Hit with Lawsuit for Ignoring Warnings About Grid, Electricity Infrastructure Weaknesses
Suit claims ERCOT, AEP responsible for property damage, business interruptions
Texas’ electricity grid manager ERCOT and electricity transmission company American Electric Power Company (AEP) consciously ignored repeated warnings about weaknesses in the state’s power infrastructure and bear responsibility for property damage and business interruptions from recent catastrophic winter weather power outages, according to a lawsuit filed Friday.
Native Texan Launches RancH2O Canned Cocktails
Born and raised in Midland, Texas, Amelia Lettieri grew up with a no-nonsense approach to enjoying a refreshing “no frill” adult beverage. After graduating from college, she worked with several leading beverage companies and with 7-Eleven Inc. She was pivotal in the acquisition and integration of over 700 convenience stores.
PVAMU to award nearly 1,000 degrees at its 140th Spring Commencement Convocation
Prairie View A&M University will award nearly 1,000 degrees to its spring graduates this Saturday, May 14, 2022, at Panther Stadium.
Houston Police Department– GHPAL "Sea Of Opportunities" Fundraiser Luncheon
The Houston Police Department is committed to relational policing. The community is important to us, and we remain committed to bridging the gap between youth and police.
