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HISD hosts mass food distribution at NRG on Saturday

25 new campus sites also announced for week of May 4

Food distribution efforts led by the Houston Independent School District in partnership with the Houston Food Bank will continue this Saturday at NRG Stadium and next week at 25 campus sites throughout the district.

Downtown District and Buffalo Bayou Partnership Present Virtual Blanket Bingo in May

Traditionally held at Market Square Park, the Downtown District brings back its popular Blanket Bingo series with a virtual twist in light of COVID-19. The free events, hosted by John Mills-McCoin, will take place on Saturday, May 9 and Thursday, May 21. Houstonians are invited to take out their blankets at home, log on to bingomaker.com and play for the chance to win a $50 gift card to a selection of Downtown Houston restaurants.

The Father of Juneteenth, Al Edwards, Has Died at 83

Mayor Sylvester announced earlier today that former state rep. Al Edwards died at the age of 83.

Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Supports Sarah’s House Donation to Aid Area Women, Children

The Bay Area Houston Alumnae Chapter (BAHA) of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. recently donated $1,000 to Sarah's House to further the organization's mission to provide safe harbor to women and children who are in immediate need of food, clothing, shelter, safety, and stability.

METROLift Takes to the Road to Make Thousands of Grocery Deliveries

This weekend, about 2000 families will get a special delivery, courtesy of the city of Houston's Food Access Program. The free grocery delivery program, led by the Mayor's Office for People with Disabilities, has already helped more than 700 families as we fight COVID-19.

Sprouts Farmers Market Expands Grocery Pickup to Texas

Healthy grocer now offers curbside pickup at 30 additional stores

Sprouts Farmers Market has expanded grocery pickup to 30 of its locations in Texas as an added convenience for families looking to shop for healthy products without entering the store during this incredible time of need.

Congressman Al Green Joined Mayor Sylvester Turner, Houston Health Department, Texas Department of Emergency Management for Announcement of New Coronavirus Testing Site in Sunnyside

On Wednesday, April 29, 2020, Congressman Al Green joined Mayor Sylvester Turner as well as representatives from the Houston Health Department and Texas Department of Emergency Management to announce a new coronavirus testing site in Sunnyside, located in the Ninth Congressional District. Congressman Green released the following statement:

Governor Abbott Temporarily Allows For Appearance Before Notary Public Via Videoconference For Real-Estate Instruments

Governor Greg Abbott has suspended a statute concerning appearance before a notary public to acknowledge real-estate instruments such as mortgages. This suspension temporarily allows for appearance before a notary public via videoconference when executing such documents, avoiding the need for in-person contact during the COVID-19 pandemic. The conditions that will apply whenever this suspension is invoked can be found here.

Black Fret donates $25,000 to HAAM + accelerates release of $250,000 in grants in response to COVID-19

Austin-based music nonprofit pays Austin and Seattle bands $24,000 for performances the week of March 15 and accelerates the release of $250,000 in grants

For Houstonians… You Can Take Away Their Work, You Might Even Take Away Some Freedoms, but You Can’t Take Away Their Barbecue

And Grant Pinkerton is Here to Make Sure of It

For many in the Houston Heights area, Pinkerton’s Barbecue is an institution. Life before COVID-19 was good. Business was booming. Each and every morning, the pit masters came in early to cook all the food for the day, and then customers would simply go through the line, order their brisket, ribs, sausage, or chicken, based on what was available and watch their meat get cut right in front of them. That’s it. No food made to order. And, when it was gone, it was gone.

Texas Has 4th Highest Identity Theft Rate in the U.S.

Coronavirus-related scams have proliferated in recent weeks. According to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), some businesses have already been reprimanded for misleading claims around coronavirus treatments and cures. But not all scams are related to false advertising.

New Poll: Nearly a Third are Delaying or Avoiding Medical Care Due to COVID-19 Concerns

With some waiting rooms nearly empty, emergency physicians are seeing a worrisome trend play out across the country. Nearly a third of American adults (29 percent) say that they have delayed or avoided medical care because they are concerned about contracting COVID-19, according to a new poll from Morning Consult and the American College of Emergency Physicians.

As some Americans head back to work, psychologists offer tips on proper social distancing

As some states reopen for business amid the COVID-19 pandemic, a Rice University psychologist and his colleagues have developed a chart of evidence-based tips on how to properly social distance.

City Council Member Edward Pollard Free Masks Giveaway

City Council Member Edward Pollard and his staff, along with more than a dozen volunteers, gave away 12,000 disposable face masks on Tuesday, April 28, to Houston residents is support of the Harris County order requiring residents to wear masks or face coverings when outside the home. Hundreds of cars began lining up at 6:30 a.m. in the parking lot of the PlazAmericas Mall, located at 7500 Bellaire Blvd. to receive the masks. Council Member Pollard also used this opportunity to encourage residents to complete their Census forms.

New memoir inspires readers with a true story of faith in times of war

Zac Miller marks his publishing debut with the release of ‘Faith in War the Soldiers Bible’

From the jungles of Vietnam in 1965 to the mountains of Afghanistan in 2019, a pocket Bible was passed from soldier to soldier over the course of 50-plus years and carried off to war in the hopes that God would be watching over them. Zac Miller invites readers to witness their journey within the pages of “Faith in War the Soldiers Bible” (published by Xlibris).

Help Sustain Beauty and Grooming Services Providers On The World's Largest Tip Day

A group of Chicago business owners has come together to launch a way for people to provide financial support and show their appreciation for their beauty and grooming services providers with The World's Largest Tip Day on Friday, May 1. The day is focused on generating much-needed assistance for barbers, hair stylists, nail technicians, aestheticians and other providers, while encouraging consumers to stay home and stay safe, even as some barber shops, hair salons and spas are scheduled to reopen.

International Philanthropist & Disabilities Advocate Lisa A. Thomas Featured in Photo Memoir By Celebrity Photographer Bruce Bell

Bell Releases “In Search of the Authentic Lisa A. Thomas” Photo Book

World renown philanthropist Lisa A. Thomas is the featured subject of celebrity photojournalist Bruce Bell’s new photographic timeline, In Search of the Authentic Lisa A. Thomas. Bruce Bell of Bruce Bell Media (BBM) has been in the photography business since 2002. His work is a favorite in the Houston African community.

Setting the Standard

Texans Offensive Lineman Laremy Tunsil Wants To Be Example For Younger Players

After signing a three-year $66 million contract extension last week with the Houston Texans, offensive lineman Laremy Tunsil became the highest paid player at his position in the NFL. Did the money play a major factor in him getting the deal done? Yes. But Tunsil had another strong motive on why he wanted to set the market for offensive lineman.

Council Member for District J Edward Pollard to Distribute 12,000 Free Masks in District J

In support of the Harris County order requiring residents ages 10 and older to wear masks or face coverings when outside the home, City Council Member for District J Edward Pollard’s office will be distributing up to 12,000 disposable masks to the public.

Governor Abbott Announces Phase One to Open Texas, Establishes Statewide Minimum Standard Health Protocols

Creates Statewide Contact Tracing Program Issues Special Guidance For Texans Over 65, Nursing Homes

Governor Greg Abbott today announced the first phase of the State of Texas' ongoing plan to safely and strategically open Texas while minimizing the spread of COVID-19. Under Phase I, certain services and activities are allowed to open with limited occupancy, and the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) is issuing minimum standard health protocols for all businesses and individuals to follow.

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