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UMHB Honor Roll Announced for Spring 2022

The University of Mary Hardin-Baylor announced that 502 students have been listed on the Spring 2022 Provost’s Honor Roll. To receive this recognition, a student must achieve a 3.85 grade point average (GPA) or better on a 4.0 scale.

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H-E-B Celebrates Earth Day by Giving Away 180,000 Reusable Bags This Saturday, April 22

Retailer Giving Away 180,000 Bags Designed by Texas Artist Becca Borrelli

Long known for its commitment to sustainable business practices and environmental stewardship, H-E-B is making Texas a little brighter this Earth Day with its new eco-friendly Earth Day reusable bag. On Saturday, April 22, H-E-B will give away 180,000 colorful Earth Day reusable bags, designed by a Texas artist and made from at least 75 percent recycled plastic bottles and containers, to customers across the state.

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Spring Break, Fiesta, San Antonio & The Hotel Contessa

Spring Break fever has been in full effect for weeks now due to the warm weather we’ve been experiencing. While thoughts of tropical islands and pristine beaches may fill our daydreaming minds, let’s face it, sometimes the budget isn’t quite there to experience. But, you don’t have to entirely forgo your well-deserved vacation when the beautiful neighboring city of San Antonio is just a short drive away.

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bp and Uber Announce Houston EV Charging and Planning Program

Mayor Sylvester Turner this week announced an innovative alliance between bp and Uber to explore the planning, development, and deployment of bp’s rapid electric vehicle (EV) charging hubs in Hous- ton to help drivers on Uber’s platform make the transition to electric vehicles. The two companies will also work to- gether to identify potential areas within Houston that could support deployment of bp’s EV charging hubs and create a convenient and equitable network of charging available to the public.

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Houston Area Urban League to host annual National Urban League Conference July 26-29

Event kicks off with major rally highlighting ambitious agendas on civil rights, education, women’s rights and gun safety

The Houston Area Urban League (HAUL) is honored and excited to host the 2023 National Urban League (NUL) Conference July 26-29 at the George R. Brown Convention Center.

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Certain Non-Profit Organizations May Qualify for FEMA Disaster Assistance

Nonprofit organizations that experienced damage or losses from Hurricane Harvey may apply for Federal Emergency Management Agency Public Assistance to help them get back to the business of helping others.

Let Go Of Anxiety And Negativity, Embrace A Positive Path Forward With The Process Way Of Life

Self-care and emotional health are more important than ever. In the face of unprecedented uncertainty, it’s easy to become overwhelmed by fear and anxiety. What can we do right now, as individuals, to begin a journey toward a brighter future?

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Mayor Turner Welcomes New Chief of Staff

Mayor Sylvester Turner announced today that he has selected Marvalette Hunter to be his new chief of staff. Hunter has more than 20 years of experience in public policy, project management, real estate development and finance. She is an architect and city planner with extensive knowledge of federal, state and local programs regarding housing, economic development, transportation and public infrastructure.

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Reggae Artist Taj Weekes named Goodwill and Brand Ambassador for St. Lucia

The Government of Saint Lucia has announced Reggae artist Taj Weekes is among the names of twelve Saint Lucians appointed as Goodwill Ambassadors and one of nine as Brand Ambassadors. “The Saint Lucia Goodwill Ambassadors programme is proposed as a tool to actualize the national cultural policy in a number of key areas,” Minister Fortuna Belrose stated.

Lowe's is laying off thousands of workers

Lowe's is laying off thousands of workers. Layoffs will include assemblers, who put together items like grills and patio furniture. The company will also cut maintenance and facility-service jobs, such as janitors. The company said it is outsourcing those positions to third-party companies.

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Joe Biden’s Inaugural “We Are One” Event Celebrates The Resilience Of Black Culture And Heroism

There are at least three times in the Holy Bible where it speaks to a divide house – Matthew 12:25, Mark 3:25, and Luke 11:17. If a house is not equal, it is not stable or solid. At the first sign of trouble, the house will crack. It cannot weather any storm. This is why a house must be unified. There is strength in numbers and most definitely strength in stability. This is the America President Joe Biden is trying to restore.

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Court Closes Robin Thicke Restraining Order Trial To Public

No public proceedings will be held in singer Robin Thicke‘s trial focusing on a restraining order his ex-wife wants amid allegations he abused her and their son, a judge ruled on Friday.

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The Pavilion Lights Up Red to Support Live Event Industry

On the evening of Tuesday, September 1, 2020, The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion lit up red in support of the performing arts industry as part of the nationwide #RedAlertRESTART campaign. The call to action aims to raise awareness of the economic impact of the coronavirus on venues and their employees throughout the country.

VA awards over $19.6M in grants to end Veteran homelessness in Texas

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) announced on Friday it awarded more than $19.6M under the Supportive Services for Veteran Families Program (SSVF) to 15 non-profit organizations in the state of Texas. A list of grantees is available at www.va.gov/homeless/ssvf.asp.

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Houston Ebony Opera Guild Presents 27th Annual African American Music Gala

Concert to feature rarely heard works by W.C. Handy and other Black composers

For 27 consecutive years, the Houston Ebony Opera Guild Chorus has presented its ANNUAL AFRICAN MUSIC GALA: A CONCERT OF WORKS BY BLACK COMPOSERS.

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The Black History Bowties Are Back — Just in Time For Black History Month!

Following a huge success of their re-launch last year, the founders of BlackHistoryBowties.com have announced two new additions to their collection – The Harlem Renaissance design and the Black Cowboy design. Both designs give African American men an opportunity to celebrate their history in elegant style!

Opportunity Alert: HCDE Invites Applications for Open Board of Education Seat After Trustee Resignation

Harris County Department of Education is actively seeking qualified candidates to fill the vacant Position 6, Precinct 1 board seat following the resignation of Trustee Danyahel "Danny" Norris, who stepped down to pursue a state office candidacy.

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Sheryl Lee Ralph and The DIVA Foundation Present DIVAS Simply Singing!

Raising Health Awareness Powered by Gilead Sciences Set to Air on Friday, December 1 on ABC Owned Stations in Honor of World AIDS Day

Sheryl Lee Ralph and The DIVA Foundation unveil the broadcast premiere of DIVAS Simply Singing! raising health awareness on ABC.

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Celebrate Freedom Presented By Juneteenth Houston

Join us Saturday, June 10, 2023, at Emancipation Park for “Celebrate Freedom”. This event brings together 7 historic Black communities in Houston to celebrate the richness of our Culture, pay homage to the pioneers of Juneteenth, and experience Jubilee in a way that is uniquely our own.

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The ACLU says Border Patrol agents are confiscating Sikh men's turbans

Border Patrol agents in Arizona have confiscated the turbans of dozens of Sikh men seeking asylum in the United States, violating their civil rights and government policies, the ACLU says in a letter calling for an end to the practice.