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Solid Waste Department Collection and Facility Schedule for New Year's Day

Council Member Dave Martin would like to remind residents of the collection and facility schedule changes for the New Year's Day Holiday.

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Leave the Driving to METRO on New Year's Eve

Have fun and ride safely on New Year's Eve – courtesy of METRO. Free rides will begin at 6 p.m. New Year's Eve (Dec. 31) until 6 a.m. New Year's Day (Jan. 1) on local bus, METRORail and METROLift. Have fun and ride safely on New Year's Eve – courtesy of METRO. Free rides will begin at 6 p.m. New Year's Eve (Dec. 31) until 6 a.m. New Year's Day (Jan. 1) on local bus, METRORail and METROLift.

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Bystander CPR Less Common in Hispanic Neighborhoods

Receiving CPR from a bystander can double the chance of surviving a cardiac arrest. But you're less likely to get this help – and less likely to survive – if your heart stops in a Hispanic neighborhood, a new study shows.

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AARP Texas Honors Vietnam War Veteran Who Helps Other Veterans

Bill Maness of Stephenville Receives AARP Texas 2019 Andrus Award

Bill Maness of Stephenville has been selected to receive the 2019 AARP Texas Andrus Award – the association’s most prestigious statewide volunteer award for community service.

Steelite International Announces New Private Equity Partner, Arbor Investments

Steelite International CEO & President John Miles announces Steelite's new Private Equity Partner, Arbor Investments, and discusses the dynamic of this exciting relationship.

Arbor Investments ("Arbor"), a specialized private equity firm that focuses exclusively on investing in premier companies within the food, beverage and related industries announced today the acquisition of Steelite International ("Steelite" or the "Company") from PNC Riverarch Capital. Steelite is a world-leading manufacturer, designer, distributor and supplier of award-winning tabletop and buffet products for the hospitality and foodservice industries. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.

Americans Don't Want the Government to Do Away with Private Insurance

Most Americans like private health insurance. Fifty-six percent of voters oppose Medicare for All if it eliminates private coverage.

Houston Coalition for the Homeless to Conduct 2020 Count & Survey Jan. 27-30

The Coalition for the Homeless, staff from The Way Home partner agencies, and community volunteers will conduct the annual Homeless Count & Survey from Monday, January 27 through Thursday, January 30. The 2020 Homeless Count will identify the number of both sheltered and unsheltered individuals experiencing homelessness across Houston, Pasadena, Harris County, Fort Bend County, and Montgomery County.

Houston Chamber Choir presents Hear the Future Choral Festival on Jan. 26, 2020 at South Main Baptist Church

Free concert features the Parker Elementary Advanced Chorus, Salyards Varsity Treble Chorale and Clements High School Concert Chorale

Join the GRAMMY-nominated Houston Chamber Choir on Jan. 26 for Hear the Future, an annual event in which the company invites three outstanding choirs (elementary, middle and high school) from the Greater Houston area to participate in its invitational choral festival. This also happens to be the day the GRAMMY Awards will be televised nationwide. Houston Chamber Choir is nominated for Best Choral Performance for “Duruflé: The Complete Works.”

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Some Habits Are Hard to Break

Texans become back-to-back AFC South Champs with a 23-20 win over the Tampa Bay Bucs

Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson approached the podium at his post-game press conference with a smile on his face that displayed joy and pain.

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Most Stylish Houstonians of 2019

Houstonians are known throughout the world for their generosity and how they help their fellow man in a disaster. Rarely seen are the philanthropic efforts of Houstonians who just see a need and provide a solution. Those that excel professionally while still giving back in extraordinary ways are who we call most stylish.

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Controlled Aggression

Russell Westbrook energy on the court makes the Rockets a contender in the West.

Most fans in Houston were expecting some bumps in the road to start the 2019-20 season when the Rockets acquired former NBA MVP and energizer bunny, Russell Westbrook, this past offseason via trade with the Oklahoma City Thunder. Houston had endured that form of misery when they acquired future NBA Hall of Famer, Chris Paul two seasons ago from the Los Angeles Clippers. Last season they were counted out by the national media when at one point they dwelled at the bottom of the Western Conference before James Harden turned their season around with a plethora of 50-point scoring performances.

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The Trifecta

Three Houston Texans selected for the 2020 NFL Pro Bowl

After it was all said and done, and the votes were tallied up. Three Houston Texans offensive weapons were selected to the 2020 NFL Pro Bowl. Quarterback Deshaun Watson, wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins, and left tackle Laremy Tunsil will represent the Texans in Orlando, Florida. This is the 16th-consecutive season that Houston has had at least one player selected.

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The Year of the Minority Woman

In this era where women are more self-assured, self-aware, and self-loving has resulted in women claiming their place in history. The script of women not having their voice heard has been rewritten with women leading the conversation instead of taking notes from it. Being a part of the discussion has allowed women to change the dialogue, change the world’s view of gender and change the space in which women find themselves. 2019 was a great year for the advancement of women in various areas. Houston Style Magazine takes a look at some of the women that made 2019 the Year of the Minority Woman. What a year for women!

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Woman Who Finds Out She Was White At Age 70 Is Gearing Up To Release A Short Film About Her Journey

Woman who found out at the age of 70 she was white is prepping to release a heartfelt documentary shining light on transracial and biracial adoption.

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Black-Owned Spa Owner Pays It Forward With 12 Ways Of Giving Campaign

Owner of Pure Vichy Spa Lebrina Johnson is on a mission

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Here's a breakdown of the first vote

Here's what how the vote on the first article of impeachment — abuse of power — went down:

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Texans Whitney Mercilus plays Santa to some special kids

The WithMerci Foundation Partners with Whataburger to give back to Easter Seals of Houston

The WithMerci Foundation supports child advocacy programs servicing the special needs population and this holiday season they will continue to spread the Christmas joy to their 2019 partner; Easter Seals of Greater Houston.

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The Buck Stops Here

There is an old phrase that has been used throughout the time that goes, “The buck stops here.” The meaning of that phrase is associated with the responsibility for something that cannot or should not be passed to someone else.

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Gifted Rehabbed Car from Bates Collision Rewards HCDE Head Start Parent Dec. 17

Head Start mom Jessica Bouldin is a single parent who juggles three schedules without a car. On Tuesday, Dec. 17 at 10 a.m. that all changes, courtesy of Bates Collison Centers, 15532 I-10 East in Cha

Bouldin struggles with transportation on many fronts. Her two boys attend school and must be on time. She needs rides to work. Doctors’ appointments are planned well in advance and sometimes must be canceled. Recreation trips to places like the park or pizza parlor are sheer luxury.

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Find the Perfect Holiday Gifts, at Every Price, at Macy’s

Macy’s takes the stress out of the season with an incredible range of items from ultra-luxe to gifts under $100, $50, or $25 of the best and buzziest brands, plus services that make finding the perfect gift effortless. Whether that stocking needs a little extra stuffing or a holiday soireecalls for cozy cashmere, Macy’s has an incredible assortment of fashion, accessories, toys, beauty, and home with convenient services and great shipping to make it simple. Check out macys.com/gifts to view helpful shopping guides by price and shop Macy’s Friends and Family sale now through Dec. 9 with code FRIENDS for extra savings.