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John Whitmire Endorsed for Houston Mayor

John Whitmire announced today that the American Council of Engineering Companies Houston PAC has endorsed him in his campaign for mayor of the City of Houston.

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Houston Area Chapters of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. Partner to Paint the Town RED

In a Delta Day of Service Joint Founders Day

Houston, TX- On the shoulders of twenty-two collegiate women who, on the campus of Howard University, dared to live beyond limits, eight local chapters of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. will commemorate their legacy on January 13, 2018. It’s a rich history that continues to honor a commitment to sisterhood, scholarship, and service.

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People vaccinated against Covid-19 can go without masks indoors and outdoors, CDC says

People fully vaccinated against Covid-19 do not need to wear masks or practice social distancing indoors or outdoors, except under certain circumstances, the director of the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention announced Thursday.

Pentagon Nominee’s Record on Race and Segregation Draws Scathing Rebukes from Civil Rights Groups

Anthony Tata’s Self-Serving Apologies Don’t Excuse Long, Thorough History of Bigotry

Today, a diverse coalition of more than 50 civil rights, faith, education and labor groups have come out in opposition to the nomination of Anthony Tata for Under Secretary of Defense for Policy because of his long record of bigotry. Additionally, the North Carolina NAACP released a scathing statement of opposition documenting mismanagement, racial hostility, and efforts to resegregate schools when Tata was the schools superintendent of Wake County, NC.

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Essence Empowerment Conference

Heavy-Hitters Lined Up

The daytime 2017 Essence Festival Empowerment Conference at the New Orleans Morial Convention Center will feature the cream of the crop in social media, entertainment, politics and inspiration.

Houston Symphony Announces Four-Concert Chamber Music Series

Musicians of the Houston Symphony and world-class guest artists featured in Chamber Music Series

Today, the Houston Symphony announced a four-concert chamber music series showcasing musicians of the orchestra and guest luminaries in intimate venues across Houston. The opening concert takes place at MATCH Box 4 featuring violin virtuoso Gil Shaham and Houston Symphony musicians in Brahms’ Clarinet Quintet in B minor on Friday, Dec. 6 at 7:30 p.m.

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AARP Texas Survey: Voters 50+ to Decide Houston’s Next Mayor

A new survey commissioned by AARP Texas revealed that 84% of registered voters who are 50-plus will “very likely” vote in the 2023 Houston Mayoral election. The survey also revealed that 89% of those polled want Houston’s next top city leader to address crime and safety, calling those issues “top priorities” for this powerful voting bloc. Another 75% said jobs and the economy are essential to them. These issues will likely influence voting behavior at the polls in city elections this coming November.

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Mason Park Pedestrian/Bike Bridge Unveiling Set for September 22

As part of Bayou Greenways 2020, this iconic 485-foot bridge will connect communities along Brays Bayou in the East End

Houston Parks Board and its partners are pleased to announce the Mason Park Bridge Grand Opening event slated for Saturday, Sept. 22. Community members along Brays Bayou and across the city are invited to celebrate the official unveiling of Mason Park Bridge with Houston Parks Board, Houston Parks and Recreation Department, Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT), Harris County Flood Control District, Houston-Galveston Area Council, Kinder Foundation and Council Member Robert Gallegos. Event partners include Houston Area Road Runners Association, The Houston Wellness Project, Houston Marathon Foundation, Houston Dynamo, Bayou Preservation Association, Houston Public Library, East End Management District, Nature and Eclectic Outdoors (NEO), Telemundo Houston and various community organizations.

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Houston Women Prepare to March on Washington

Houston women are getting in formation – all in the name of girl power. They are joining hundreds of thousand of women who are making their way to the capitol for the Women’s March on Washington.

Houston ISD - Food Distribution Sites Canceled

As COVID-19 precautions intensify, food distribution sites operated by the Houston Independent School District in partnership with the Houston Food Bank have been canceled for Thursday and Friday.

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Artists Respond to Conditions in Harris County Jail and Mass Incarceration in the US

NOVEMBER 4TH - NOVEMBER 30TH

PANEL DISCUSSION WITH ARTISTS AND ACTIVISTS NOV. 4, 2023, 2:00 PM HOUSTON MUSEUM OF AFRICAN AMERICAN CULTURE 4807 CAROLINE STREET, HOUSTON, TX

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Uptown Houston Holiday Lighting Fireworks Postponed Until 2019

Due to the construction of Post Oak Boulevard, the Annual Uptown Houston Holiday Lighting event, held on Thanksgiving evening, is being postponed until 2019. Post Oak Boulevard is currently being rebuilt into an exquisitely designed Grand Boulevard.

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Strahan Returns to Houston to Show Harvey Recovery Efforts

Michael Strahan returned to Houston with his Good Morning America fam to show the recovery efforts in the city since Hurricane Harvey. Strahan is partnering with Rebuilding Together Houston to help them with their goal of restoring 1,000 damaged homes hit hard by Hurricane Harvey.

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Blossom Hotel Houston to Host a Night Under the Stars

The Lunar-Themed Luxury Hotel Will Host Rooftop Stargazing Event on April 15 in Partnership with the Houston Astronomical Society and True Anomaly Brewing Co.

Blossom Hotel Houston’s, the city’s newest luxury hotel, “Lunar Evening” event on April 15 from 7:30pm – 9:30pm in partnership with the Houston Astronomical Society and True Anomaly Brewing Co.

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J Mulan, Maya Prince and more celebrate at Essence of a Masterpiece in Houston

Last night on Sunday, March 27, local Houston influencer and media personality J Mulan partnered with Diageo, Art Houston Magazine, Prauper, and Houston Mayor's Office of Cultural Affairs to bring together a group of women artists, creators and businesswomen in a collaborative networking experience as part of Diageo's ongoing commitment to championing diversity, inclusion and intersectionality all year round.

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Gospel Superstar Yolanda Adams Praises TSU Students for Finishing Education In Commencement Address

Texas Southern University held its 2017 Winter Commencement ceremony on December 16, conferring degrees to the University’s August and December 2017 graduates. Family and friends of the graduating class filled the University’s H&PE Arena to watch their loved ones receive bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral degrees

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Harris Health Hires New Chief Diversity Officer to Lead Equity, Inclusion Efforts

Harris Health System has named Jobi Martinez, PhD, its first vice president and chief diversity officer, a position that prioritizes the system’s core value to strengthen diversity, equity and inclusion among its employees, patients and services.

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Family Houston and HP Create Partnership

On Saturday, June 2, 2018 HP will lead a workshop from 9:30 am to 12:00 pm at Family Houston on retirement savings and investments, as well as provide tips and information on individual and business taxes. Registration and light breakfast begin at 9:00 am.

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John Whitmire Endorsed for Houston Mayor By Building Owners and Managers Association

John Whitmire announced today that the Houston Building Owners and Managers Association has endorsed him in his campaign for mayor of the City of Houston.

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GM Intensifies Push to Train Young People for Jobs of the Future

GM Chairman and CEO Mary Barra and nonprofit leaders today introduced new, innovative programs designed to encourage young people to go into technology and engineering professions and improve teacher training in STEM-related subjects. Noting rapid technological advancements in electrified and self-driving vehicles, cybersecurity and connectivity, Barra said automakers’ futures depend on a deep and diverse pool of talented engineers. Nowhere is this more true than in computer science, where women and minorities make up only a fraction of working professionals.