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Emmy Winning Actress Comes To Houston

On Thursday, November 14th, Winston Contemporary Art kicked off its new series, "A Conversation With" featuring Lynn Whitfield and Gospel Singer, Yolanda Adams. Adams interviewed Whitfield on a wide range of topics including her journey in film and television, being a single mom and her Southern roots. Whitfield also answered fan questions about her fiery character, Lady Mae on OWN NETWORKS hit show, Greenleaf to the audiences delight.

Space Center Houston Opens New Holiday Tradition

Galaxy Lights, presented by Reliant, open now-Jan. 5

Guests can now embark on a unique adventure when experiencing Space Center Houston’s Galaxy Lights, presented by Reliant, a new, immersive holiday lights tradition bringing guests the most technologically advanced light display in Texas nightly through Jan. 5.

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AboutThatCar.com 2019 Lexus NX 300h

The Lexus NX 300h is yet another hybrid from the luxury automaker. This one combines the output of a 2.5-liter four-cylinder gasoline engine and what Lexus called a small high torque electric motor. Power can shift between the gas engine and the electric motor or they can operate in tandem. Combined they supply 194 horsepower to the NX 300h.

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Joseph Benavidez Flyweight Title in Jeopardy?

San Antonio native Joseph Benavidez has been promised a UFC title shot. The trouble is, he doesn’t know who he’ll be facing or when they’ll be fighting.

Nearly two dozen HISD campuses ranked at top of regional CHILDREN AT RISK list of best public schools

DeBakey HS for Health Professions, DeAnda ES earn top spots

The Houston Independent School District has 22 campuses that placed in the top 10 on the annual CHILDREN AT RISK list of best public schools in the eight-county region, with DeBakey High School for Health Professions continuing its streak as the number one high school.

Macy's Partners with Dress For Success Houston for In-Store Shopping Experience

Macy’s donated $5,000 to support professional attire essentials for job-ready women

Macy’s Galleria Houston, in partnership with Dress for Success Houston, will host an in-store styling experience for 25 graduates from Dress for Success Houston’s financial literacy program on Thursday, November 21. As part of the $5,000 donated by Macy’s, each of the 25 graduates will receive a $150 Macy’s gift card and will enjoy an in-store shopping experience with a Macy’s Personal Stylist fashion expert who will assist each woman as they build their professional wardrobe with the latest wear-to-work trends. The women will also be given a complimentary beauty consultation in the cosmetic department.

New Report Highlights Innovative Ways Charter School Leaders of Color Engage Families to Support Students

Today, the National Alliance for Public Charter Schools in partnership with Public Impact released "Identity and Charter School Leadership: Profiles of Leaders of Color Engaging Families," addressing how the experiences of three leaders of color influence how they interact with and invite families to participate in their children's schools.

Buffalo Wings & Rings Launches New Winter Limited-Time-Offer Menu Items

The Elevated Sports Restaurant Invites Guests to Celebrate the Holiday Season With Its Winter LTOs, Gift Card Program and Buffalove Fundraiser

Buffalo Wings & Rings has announced its offering of holly-jolly, chef-inspired menu additions, complete with food items and beverages that are sure to bring holiday cheer and satisfied appetites.

Slim Chickens Gears Up for Nov. 18 Opening in Mission, Kansas

Slim Chickens Grows Better Chicken Concept Throughout Kansas With Mission Opening

Slim Chickens, a leader in the "better chicken" segment of fast-casual restaurants, will continue expansion of its 100% all-natural, fresh chicken and unrivaled flavor in Kansas, with its newest opening at 6591 Johnson Dri. in Mission, Kansas on November 18, 2019.

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Houston sailor removes cargo net aboard USS Milius

Boatswain’s Mate 3rd Class Avery Gonzalez, from Houston, removes a cargo net from a pallet on the flight deck of the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Milius (DDG 69) as the ship conducts

Houston's Sunnyside and South Park neighborhoods' strengths, concerns highlighted in Baker Institute survey

Despite challenges, the fundamental social structure in Houston's Sunnyside and South Park neighborhoods is strong, as measured by civic participation, neighbors' shared belief in helping one another and parents' high expectations that their children will attend college, according to a new report from Rice University's Baker Institute for Public Policy.

Houston Attorney Clayton Rawlings Covers Personal Injury Lawsuits and Mediation in New Books

Texas author and attorney Clayton Rawlings, a partner at Hampton & Rawlings, pens two books on personal injury pertaining to lawsuits and mediation.

Governor Abbott Appoints Eight To Texas School Safety Center Board

Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Craig Bessent, Kerri Ranney, and Alan Trevino and reappointed Andrew Kim to the Texas School Safety Center Board for terms set to expire on February 1, 2020. Additionally, the Governor appointed Terry Deaver and Edwin Flores, Ph.D. and reappointed Dan Gilliam and Jill Tate for terms set to expire on February 1, 2021. The board reports to the Governor, the legislature, the State Board of Education, and the Texas Education Agency regarding school safety and security, and advises the center on its function, budget, and strategic planning initiatives.

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Travis Scott's 2nd Annual AstroWorld Fest Brings Thrills, Chills, and Cranes, Oh My!

Who knew that a little boy from Fort Bend ISD would grow up to be a conductor of chaos?

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Statement Game 2: Texans head to Baltimore for a tough AFC matchup against the Ravens

Over a month ago the Houston Texans were faced with a very difficult situation. They had to go into hostile territory and defeat a team that is one of the perennial favorites to represent the AFC in the Super Bowl. Houston defeated the Kansas City Chiefs by a score of 31 – 24 in Arrowhead Stadium to make a statement to the rest of the NFL that they wanted a say in that representation of the division.

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The Grace, Beauty and Grit of Vanessa Williams

Vanessa Williams is a creature unlike any other. It's as though she came here to impart the ins and outs of living life on one's own terms. From unwitting societal lightning rod during the 1980s to multi-platinum selling recording artist; and Broadway, film and television star, Vanessa Williams slayed the male-dominated Hollywood dragon long before the #MeToo movement happened.

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Risking Lives In Endless Wars Is a Moral Violation and Strategic Failure

We just celebrated Veterans Day, paying tribute to the young men and women who have served our country. Across the country, families gathered at the gravesites of those who gave their lives. Veterans drank toasts to their fellow soldiers. In football and basketball stadiums, crowds offered a moment of silence for the fallen. The rituals are heartfelt, but far from complete. Too often ignored is the far greater number of lives that are lost not on the battlefield but at home, not from the enemy's guns but from our veterans' own hands.

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Outreach Ministry Of A Prominent Houston Area Church Stays Committed For Over 25 Years To Entrepreneurship & Education

The CEO Ministry Present The Entrepreneur Weekend 2019 December 13th-15th at the Kingdom Builders' Center. FREE and OPEN to the PUBLIC.

5 Thanksgiving Traditions to Adopt and Love

The holidays are one of the few times a year where everyone enjoys looking back to implement activities of yesteryear. You look at how you have changed, how your family has grown, and how you will move forward in the future. Time honored traditions are repeated in the manner in which they have been passed down as those who have passed on are remembered and those who are living teach the next generation to keep the legacy going. Whether big or small every family has at least one Thanksgiving tradition that it cherishes. Houston Style Magazine took a poll to find out what are some of the most popular traditions next to watching football and going to the movies.

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Let the Holiday Travel Begin: Why Velas Vallarta Should Be Your Next Holiday Vacation Getaway

The holidays are just around the corner, and while some will start planning family gatherings and festivities, for others, becoming part of the holiday traveling trend is becoming more of the norm holiday tradition. After all, sitting beachside with cocktail hand while listening to the melodic sounds of the ocean waves crashing does sound tempting, doesn’t it?