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Adrian Garcia Announces Candidacy for Harris County Commissioner
Former Sheriff says there is “A Better Way”; Releases Internal Poll Showing a Six-Point Lead
Former Harris County Sheriff Adrian Garcia announced his candidacy for Harris County Commissioner, Precinct Two, citing his experience in bringing people together around smart government, transparency, and delivering results for taxpayers.
Harmony Public Schools Students Send Postcards to Space
Forget wishing upon a star, Harmony Public Schools Houston South and West District students are sending their messages all the way to outer space!
Chef for Seniors Launches in Houston With Two New Franchises
Customized catering service to launch in Greater North Houston
Next month, Houston will be home to two new Chef for Seniors franchises, part of a growing national franchise that specializes in providing affordable, fresh and healthy meals to senior citizens. Franchisees Shonah Jefferson and Laurent Vals will launch their franchises in the North Houston area with two regions: Lake Houston, Kingwood, Humble, Spring, Porter, and Woodlands (East) and the Woodlands, Conroe, Egypt, and Shenandoah, respectively.
Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee Statement on the Decision by the Trump Administration to Invoke Executive Privilege Regarding Congressional Oversight Requests Concerning the 2020 Census
Jackson Lee—“Moreover, the decision to invoke Executive Privilege is yet another example of this President flouting legitimate requests at Congressional oversight and preventing the discovery of information likely to aid the consideration of legislative action in the Congress. It is imperative that the President reconsider his decision to stonewall legitimate requests at oversight. If he does not, I am confident that the Courts will see this act for what it is: an attempt to deny transparency, when nothing more than the health and vibrancy of our democracy is at stake.”
Constable Majors Leads Dedication of Street Naming in Honor of The Late Constable Ruben Davis
Constable Gary Majors, appointed unanimously by Commissioners Court to succeed the late Fort Bend Constable Ruben Davis, led the renaming dedication of the street in front of the east Fort Bend Annex to Ruben Davis Drive. With freezing temperatures and tears coming from his eyes, Majors was joined by hundreds Saturday, January 7th to remember his mentor.
Houston's "Original" MLK, Jr. Parade Teams Up with the City of Houston and Black Heritage Society for its 41st Celebration
Registration is now open for the parade which is officially licensed by the King Center's Intellectual Property Management
Houstonians and visitors to the Bayou City now have the chance to ring in the new year and honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. with a commemorative parade and community activities. The Houston Martin Luther King, Jr. Parade Foundation, Inc. and Black Heritage Society will host the 41st Annual “Original” MLK, Jr. Birthday Parade on Monday, January 21, 2019, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Celebrations will begin in the heart of Downtown Houston at Minute Maid Park (located at the corner of Texas & Crawford).
Boys & Girls Clubs Greater Houston and Boys & Girls Clubs of America hold Juneteenth celebration form Reedy Chapel AME Church in Galveston
The nationally broadcast, livestreamed webinar in Galveston featured a virtual appearance by NASA Astronaut Stephanie Wilson
Femfest Houston: Voices of Asia
Mildred’s Umbrella Theater Company and Asia Society Texas Center present a celebration of women's voices as we stage three readings of Houston premiere plays by Asian and Asian American women over two days. The series highlights the talents and accomplishments of women playwrights across the globe.
New HomeGoods Coming to Houston on 11/3
National Retailer Offers Inspiring Home Décor at Great Values.
HomeGoods, the leading off-price home décor store, will open an approximately 20,516 square-foot store in Houston (West University) on Sunday, November 3rd at 8:00 a.m. The new store is located in the Weslayan Plaza at 5586 Weslayan Street. This will be the 17th HomeGoods in the Houston market.
Cadence Bank Announces Strategic Business Alliance with Unity National Bank
Cadence Bank, a subsidiary of Cadence Bancorporation (NYSE: CADE), today announced a strategic business alliance with Houston-based Unity National Bank of Houston (Unity National Bank), the only Black owned banking institution in Texas. The cooperative alliance brings growth capital to Unity National Bank, strengthening its ability to make commercial loans and deliver other banking and financial solutions to businesses, individuals and families in minority and underserved communities in Greater Houston and Atlanta.
National Célébrez en Rosé Wine & Music Festival Makes Debut in Houston
Organizers of Célébrez en Rosé (formally La Fête du Rosé) wine and music festival, have announced the pink and white-themed event will make its long-awaited debut in Houston on Saturday, May 28 at The Water Works in Buffalo Bayou Park.
Party on the Plaza Celebrates National Hispanic Heritage Month 2023
The Plaza at Avenida Houston will come alive Saturday, September 16, 2023 from 6-9 p.m. with Latin and Mexican Regional Music in celebration of National Hispanic Heritage Month. Presented by Houston First Corporation (HFC), Party on the Plaza is free and open to the public as part of the organization’s recognition of the contributions of Hispanic Americans.
The Comeback 2
Houston brings back old memories for Oiler fans after losing to the Kansas City Chiefs in the AFC Divisional Game 51-31
In 1996, Bud Adams decided that his time was up here in Houston and moved the team to Tennessee. He had been battling the city for a new stadium and when he didn’t get it, he loaded the U-Haul truck and headed to Nashville. In that truck was all the team history that had accumulated over the years since the team became a charter member in the American Football League in the 1960s.
Grammy® Award-winning Houston Chamber Choir presents “On this Day Earth Shall Ring – Christmas at the Villa” holiday concerts Dec. 10 and Dec. 11
The Choir returns to Villa de Matel for four concerts with guests Treble Choir of Houston and Marc Garvin
The Grammy® Award-winning Houston Chamber Choir, under the direction of Robert Simpson, presents “On this Day Earth Shall Ring – Christmas at the Villa” Saturday, Dec. 10 and Sunday, Dec. 11.
Statement from CBC Chairman & Top Judiciary Democrat on White House Voter Fraud Investigation
Today, the Chairman of the Congressional Black Caucus (CBC), Congressman Cedric Richmond (D-La.), and the Ranking Member of the House Judiciary Committee, Congressman John Conyers, Jr. (D-Mich.), released the following statement on President Trump’s creation of the Presidential Commission on Election Integrity to investigate voter fraud. Vice President Mike Pence will be the chair of the commission and Kansas Secretary of State Kris Kobach will be the vice chair.
Houston Chamber Choir Presents World Premiere of "Mass in Exile": A Musical Journey of Faith and Liberation
Embark on a transcendent musical voyage with the Grammy® Award-winning Houston Chamber Choir as they unveil the world premiere of "Mass in Exile," a groundbreaking composition by composer Mark Buller with libretto by Leah Lax. Set to captivate audiences on Saturday, March 9th, at 7:30 p.m. at South Main Baptist Church, this eagerly anticipated event promises to be a transformative experience for all.
Statement from Council Member Brenda Stardig Regarding Recent Incidents in SBISD Area
Yesterday Council Member Brenda Stardig held a joint press conference with HPD, Crime Stoppers, Spring Branch ISD (SBISD), and the SBISD police to highlight recent safety incidents where female students were approached and grabbed on the way to school. Today HPD reported that the suspect is now in custody.
Houston Ballet to Perform at Prestigious Jacob's Pillow Dance Festival 2018
Houston Ballet is proud to perform by invitation at Jacob’s Pillow Dance Festival 2018—the oldest internationally acclaimed dance festival in the United States—for the first time in nearly 40 years. Referred to as the “hub and mecca of dancing” by TIME Magazine, Jacob’s Pillow showcases a prestigious lineup of elite dance companies from across the globe and Houston Ballet is thrilled to return to the hallowed stages with performances August 15-18.
Houston Texans Announce Partnership with Sire Spirits LLC and G-Unity Foundation
Today, the Houston Texans are announcing a multi-year partnership with Grammy award-winning musician, two-time New York Times best-selling author, executive producer, entrepreneur, philanthropist and Houston resident Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson, his premium wine and spirits company Sire Spirits LLC and his charitable arm the G-Unity Foundation. The partnership goes into effect immediately. Jackson was recently nominated for an Emmy Award for his halftime performance at Super Bowl LVI in Los Angeles.
Martin Luther King’s Legacy Honored with Day of Service
Shell Oil Company volunteers spend holiday working along with other companies & individuals
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. once said, “Life's most persistent and urgent question is, 'What are you doing for others?'” To honor King’s life and work and in recognition of MLK Day, Houston Food Bank is welcoming individual and corporate volunteers on Monday, January 16, 2017 MLK Day.
