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Senator Borris L. Miles Statement on the State Taking Over Houston ISD

“TEA Commissioner Mike Morath announced today that the State of Texas would be taking over Houston ISD, and would be appointing a board of managers and a new superintendent.

Houston Area Angel Tree Children to Attend STEM NOLA Camp

Houston Area Angel Tree Children to Attend STEM NOLA Camp at Buffalo Soldiers National Museum on Saturday—Camp to Focus on Heart and Circulatory System

Jet Setters Ball '23: Lone Star Flight Museum Pays Tribute to Founder Robert L. Waltrip

The Lone Star Flight Museum is hosting the Jet Setter’s Ball ’23 on Saturday, Nov. 11. This year’s fundraising gala will pay tribute to Robert L. Waltrip, the museum’s founder, and will recognize his accomplishments, philanthropy and life in an evening filled with more than 500 guests and supporters.

Celebrate the Richness of Hispanic Heritage

America would not be the country it is today without the contributions of Hispanic Americans. Every year from September 15 to October 15 we remember the achievements of Hispanic Americans and how they have made America the country that it is. The influential touches of their rich culture can be seen all over Houston and around the world. A greater grasp of the culture can be gained when visiting the Institute of Hispanic Culture of Houston (IHCH). Houston Style got a chance to speak with the president and chairman of the board Mayte Sera Weitzman to learn more about the culture and the institute.

Houston Area Rockler Woodworking and Hardware Stores Hold FREE Father’s Day Gift Classes June 9th

Complete a Custom Bow Tie for Dad Using Wood

Both Rockler Woodworking and Hardware in Houston - Houston and Spring – are offering free, hands-on, “Make & Take” custom, Bow Tie project classes throughout the day on Saturday, June 9, 2018, just in time for Father’s Day. Participants can learn basic woodworking skills while handcrafting a custom Bow Tie using beautiful hardwoods. No experience or tools are needed and the class – including materials - is free. Instruction will be provided by the store’s expert woodworkers and teachers.

Texas Southern University Places Third at Moguls in the Making Entrepreneurial Pitch Competition

TSU team earned $5,000 scholarships for third place finish

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.

Prairie View A&M Hires Bubba McDowell As Their New Head Coach

On Tuesday, Prairie View A&M University announced they had hired Leonard “Bubba” McDowell as its new head football coach.

Weekend Wastewater Spills

Intense, sustained, rainfall over the weekend resulted in the spill of domestic wastewater at several locations. The areas potentially affected by the spill include:

Russo's New York Pizzeria & Italian Kitchen Launches Innovative New Restaurant, Olio & Farina in Tomball

Pizza Tasting Concept Offers Hand-Crafted Pizzas Inspired by the Iconic Flavors of the World

Anthony Russo, Russo’s New York Pizzeria & Italian Kitchen Founder and CEO has launched Olio & Farina, a pizza tasting concept restaurant in Spring / Tomball just South of The Woodlands” .

The Prostate Cancer Foundation and Robert F. Smith Announce New Effort To Address Health Disparities for A/A Men

Expanded Research Program and Revolutionary, Inexpensive, Non-invasive Test To Assess Genetic Risk Of Prostate Cancer

The Prostate Cancer Foundation (PCF) and Robert F. Smith, founder, chairman and CEO of Vista Equity Partners, announce a new effort to reduce deaths from prostate cancer, one of the largest health disparities facing African American men today.

“To close the skills and workforce gaps for STEM, inspiration starts at home”

Covidexitstrategy.org partners United States of Care, Resolve to Save Lives, COVID Act Now, Covid19StatePolicy.org and the Duke-Margolis Center for Health Policy will hold a press webinar to discuss the latest data in COVID-19 case trends, data challenges at the federal and local level, and will share what counties can do to keep our elections safe.

Classkick Announces Free Real-time Virtual Home School Learning App for Coronavirus Affected U.S. Schools -- Provides One-on-One Teacher Attention

Classkick, www.classkick.com, the leading virtual learning app that shows teachers in real-time exactly what students are thinking and learning, announced today that they are immediately offering the Classkick Pro School Membership for free for Coronavirus COVID-19 affected schools (a $1499 value). Because of the widespread U.S. school closures, in one weekend alone in March 2020, over 3,000 new schools signed up for Classkick’s remote learning app, with over 1,000 schools unable to pay immediately. With many more schools expected to close soon and children’s education at stake, Classkick is offering Classkick Pro School for free for all schools in need. To sign up, go to: https://classkick.com/coronavirus.

University of Houston-Downtown Ascends in U.S. News Best Colleges Rankings for 2022-2023

Today U.S. News and World Report released its 2022-2023 Best Colleges rankings, and University of Houston-Downtown (UHD) moved up in its rankings from last year’s categories. The University also appears on new lists. The second-largest university in Houston, UHD is a comprehensive, four-year university in the heart of downtown Houston.

Harmony Public Schools Begins Open Enrollment For 2021-2022 School Year

HHARMONY PUBLIC SCused charter public school network in Texas, is campus. (To find a school near you, visit HarmonyTX. Beaumont, and the Rio Grande Valley. now accepting open enrollment applications for org/Schools.php). To learn more, visit:

Texas Legislative Black Caucus Statement Condemning TEA Takeover of HISD

"This is an overreach by the state on this academic issue and will be a total loss of local control over the education of over 194,000 students at 276 campuses. Ultimately, we need to be focusing on the best ways to help serve our students and teachers, and taking the helm of HISD is not the best way to move forward. The Texas Legislative Black Caucus completely condemns"

JSU Fall 2022 Undergraduate and Graduate Commencement set for Friday, December 9; Award-winning Journalist Roland S. Martin to serve as keynote speaker

Award-winning Journalist Roland S. Martin will serve as the keynote speaker for the Jackson State University 2022 Undergraduate and Graduate Ceremony this Friday.

Texas Southern University and George Washington University partner for immersive experience in Washington, D.C.

The online Executive Master of Public Administration program (eMPA) at Texas Southern University and the Graduate School of Political Management (GSPM) at the George Washington University in Washington, D.C., have partnered to develop a new and engaging experience for eMPA students

Mayor Launches Volunteer Project for Flood Relief

Mayor Sylvester Turner and the city Department of Neighborhoods today launched an unprecedented volunteer project to help Houstonians struggling to rebuild their lives and homes because of the Hurricane Harvey floods.

Trae Tha Truth Receives Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award For His Philanthropy

Houston rapper Trae Tha Truth, who has dedicated himself to philanthropy and social justice efforts for many years, will soon get the recognition he rightfully deserves.

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