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Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee Welcomes H-E-B and Commends H-E-B For its Job Fair in Cuney Homes

For over a hundred years, the H-E-B Grocery Company has been a mainstay of Texas and Houston. This business—which began as a family business—has helped feed Houston. It has been constantly recognized as one of the best places to work. Indeed, it has earned this distinction from such vaunted employment search companies as Indeed and Glass Door. The company Comparably has deemed H-E-B as one of the best places to work for a woman. So, it is clear from these accolades that a career with H-E-B would be beneficial for anyone who is hired by them.

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The Prairie View Retired Teachers presents a Conversation with Paula Harris

The Prairie View Retired Teachers and School Personnel Association, Ann Preston Unit presents “A Conversation with Paula Harris” for its Black History Program on February 9, 2023 at 1:00 p.m. in the Julius W. Becton Auditorium, A. I. Thomas Administration Hall at Prairie View A&M University. Others on the panel discussion are Kennedy Dent, Senior, Chemical Engineering, Prairie View A&M University, Torrence Ross, Jr., Hempstead High School and Troy Hubbard II, Waller High School. The theme is: “Honoring Our Past, Celebrating Our Present and Pursuing Our Future.”

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TSU Taps New Ocean of Soul Band Director

Texas Southern University has named Mr. Brian Simmons as the new Director of The Ocean of Soul Marching Band and an instructor in the Music Department. He will step into this new role on Monday, July 5th, 2021.

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Entertainment Industry Leaders Partner with MPAC to Cultivate Opportunities in Television in Houston

MPAC welcomes representatives from WeTV, TVOne, Warner Bros. Worldwide Television, Will Packer Television, some of television’s most popular shows, along with local journalists and other major players

Mack Performing Arts Collective (MPAC) welcomed aspiring media leaders, including local high school students and teachers, on February 17th for a two-day TV Forum examining television broadcast and digital content from development to distribution. The event, which is free for high schoolers, is part of the organization’s “It’s a Wrap” education program, and was held at the University of Houston. It is designed to empower individuals who aspire to work in the television industry, giving them access to knowledge, skills, invaluable contacts and greater confidence.

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Texans Join Historic BBQ Restaurant Grand Opening and Food Challenge

Houston Texans join the 5-Pound Challenge

Houston staple and iconic Third Ward smokehouse, Ray's Real Pit BBQ Shack kick-offs Memorial Day weekend with a Grand-Opening celebration and the launch of their first BBQ Food Challenge! This celebration and 5-pound smoked enthused eating competition is slated for Saturday, May 26, 2018 at 10:30 a.m. outside of their new location, 3929 Old Spanish Trail | Houston, TX. 77021.

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'Bobby Brown' puts new spin on BET edition of his story

After a pair of major documentaries and a Lifetime TV movie devoted to the late Whitney Houston, "The Bobby Brown Story" -- based on his autobiography -- feels a bit like a reclamation project, one that puts a more Brown-friendly spin on the couple's history. That doesn't invalidate a BET miniseries that offers lots of music and doses of nostalgia, but it feels more like an old (and at times self-serving) edition, not a new one.

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Adopt a Shelter Pet Day is April 30

Best Friends in Houston has teamed up with shelter partners throughout the greater Houston community for a citywide adoption event celebrating National Adopt a Shelter Pet Day on April 30.

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20 Days in Mariupol: A Gripping Documentary and Panel Discussion Event

In an impactful collaboration, FotoFest, Holocaust Museum Houston, and the Institute for Global Engagement at the University of Houston proudly present the Texas premiere of "20 Days in Mariupol." This visceral documentary, directed by Pulitzer Prize recipient and Ukrainian photojournalist Mstyslav Chernov, captures the harrowing experiences of journalists covering the devastation of Mariupol, Ukraine.

Leaders in Breast Cancer Research and Life-Saving Efforts join together to host the 2nd South Central Metastatic Breast Cancer Conference

Susan G. Komen® Houston, in conjunction with Theresa’s Research Foundation, will host the 2nd South Central Metastatic Breast Cancer Conference: A Conference for Those Living with Advanced Breast Cancer, on Friday, February 7 and Saturday, February 8, 2020. The conference is designed by patients with Metastatic Breast Cancer (MBC), for patients with MBC and aims to inform conference participants about scientific breakthroughs and emerging treatment options, how to improve quality of life for MBC patients and how to create a support system.

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Vanessa Williams Will Headline Theatre Under the Stars' Education Celebration

Multi-platinum recording artist and the star of television, film and the Broadway stage Vanessa Williams is coming to Houston to perform some of her greatest hits in a one-night-only intimate experience at Theatre Under The Stars’ (TUTS) 50th Anniversary Season Education Celebration! This annual event benefits The River Performing and Visual Arts Center (The River), TUTS Humphreys School of Musical Theatre (Humphreys School), and TUTS Community Engagement Programs.

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Bye Bye

Bye week comes just in time for the Texans to get healthy.

The Houston Texans sit atop of the AFC South with a 6-3 record after going “Across the Pond” to defeat their divisional foe in the Jacksonville Jaguars 26-3. Houston is on a bye this week and it comes at a time when they need it most with all the injuries they have on both sides of the ball.

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Andre Johnson Day: Houston Texans Defeat Arizona Cardinals

The Houston Texans gave the franchise leader in receiving yards, receptions, and touchdowns, Andre Johnson the best gift he could receive on the official, “Andre Lamont Johnson Day,” a victory. Houston ended a three-game losing streak by defeating the Arizona Cardinals 31-21 in front of a very enthusiastic crowd who came to celebrate with the hometown hero.

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National Civil Rights Leaders Decry Raw Racism of Trump

Amidst Principled Negotiations on the Dream Act, Trump Shows That One Value Drives His Decisions Above All Others: White Supremacy

Yesterday, the raw racism of Donald Trump and those driving his immigration and other policy making decisions were on full display as he called for fewer Black people to be admitted into the United States in favor of white immigrants. This morning, the President doubled down on his comments offering a weak justification for his racist viewpoint.

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Always...Patsy Cline Kicks off Stages' 45th Season

After a wildly successful premiere at Stages 35 years ago, Always...Patsy Cline is back and better than ever to kick off the 2023-'24 season. Written by Stages' Founding Artistic Director Ted Swindley, and directed by current Artistic Director Kenn McLaughlin in his final season, Always...Patsy Cline is a Houston story full of joy, friendship, and beloved hits such as “Walkin’ After Midnight,” “I Fall To Pieces,” and “Crazy.” This is Patsy's eighth run at Stages and the fifth time Kenn has directed this beloved show.

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Texas Department of Criminal Justice Success Story: Calvin Lee Patterson Apprehended - A Lesson in Swift Justice

In a recent turn of events, Calvin Lee Patterson, an inmate at the Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ), found himself back in custody after a daring escape attempt. The saga unfolded as Patterson was captured by vigilant TDCJ staff merely 2.5 miles from the Stringfellow Unit, his erstwhile confinement. Employing an impressive display of canine prowess, TDCJ scent dogs played a pivotal role in tracking down the fugitive, ensuring his swift apprehension.

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Houston Texans Founder, Senior Chairman & CEO Robert C. McNair Passes Away

Houston Texans Founder, Senior Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Robert C. McNair passed away on Friday, November 23, 2018 at the age of 81. He is survived by his wife, Janice, sons, Cal and Cary, daughters, Ruth and Melissa, 15 grandchildren (10 granddaughters, five grandsons) and two great grandsons.

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Houston Entrepreneurs Organization, Jim McVaugh, McVaugh Custom Homes is Texas’ Only Residential Builder to Win the Industry’s Highest Honor, a Gold Award.

The Royal Oaks Courtyard Villa’s serve as Houston's premiere modern, guard-gated, luxury single-family development. The Courtyard Villas is Texas’ first ever fully LEED certified community and is a combination of the latest and greatest in modern home building. Located just 6.5 miles from the Galleria, this community offers the ultimate in luxury and affordability.

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Melinda Spaulding Chevalier named VP for public affairs at Rice

Melinda Spaulding Chevalier, an Emmy Award-winning communicator, brand strategist, crisis management expert and community affairs leader, has been named Rice University’s next vice president for public affairs.

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Four Area Girls Earn Highest Award for Girl Scouting

Four young ladies’ acts of community service were so grand that they were deemed golden. Jade Bryant, Codi Fillmore, Milan Parris, and Regan Williams have just earned the highest award a Girl Scout can receive, The Gold Award, putting them in an elite group since less than 6% of Girl Scouts worldwide have received this distinction.

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Cardinals Fined, Must Give Up Draft Picks After Astros Hacking Scandal

Major League Baseball has ruled that the St. Louis Cardinals have to hand over their top two draft picks and pay the Houston Astros $2 million after Chris Correa, the team's former director of scouting was found guilty of hacking the rival team's player roster.