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Black Women's Health Imperative Launches Covid-19 Vaccine Campaign to Reach Black Women and Communities of Color with a $400,000 Grant from The Rockefeller Foundation
The Black Women's Health Imperative (BWHI) announced that it has received a $400,000 grant from The Rockefeller Foundation to improve vaccination rates among Black women and communities of color. The grant is part of The Rockefeller Foundation's $20 million Equity-First Vaccination Initiative, which supports hyper-local, community-led programs to improve vaccine access and support educational outreach in five cities.
World-Renowned Jazz Pianist Who Composed Music for Selma Film to Be Georgetown Distinguished Artist in Residence
Jason Moran, the internationally acclaimed pianist who wrote music for the film Selma and who serves as artistic director for jazz at the John F. Kennedy Center for Performing Arts, has joined Georgetown as Distinguished Artist in Residence.
Harley Davidson Texas Children's Hospital Teddy Bear Run
Cowboy Harley-Davidson Beaumont will ride from Beaumont, TX to Houston, TX to deliver over 300 teddy bears to children staying at Texas Children’s Hospital. They will begin at St. Elizabeth and The Medical Center in Beaumont before heading out to Houston.
It was a Jolly-filled Night at Joy to the World!
The Bayou City Performing Arts presented Joy to the World, a holiday concerto commemorating 40 fabulous seasons. It was a special night featuring the Gay Men’s Chorus of Houston and the Bayou City Women’s Chorus held on National Worlds Aids Day. It celebrated inclusivity, diversity, and the spirit of Christmas while reflecting on the worldwide AIDS crisis and how we still have much too accomplished with awareness and prevention.
Animal Lovers Gather for Themed Brunch and Pet Fashion Show
On Saturday, February 8, 2020 from 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., philanthropic animal lovers will gather at the Hotel Zaza in Houston’s Museum District for the 7th annual Wags and Whiskers, formerly the Best Friends Brunch, benefiting Interfaith Ministries for Greater Houston’s Animeals program. The “On Broadway” themed event will feature a pet fashion show, silent auction, and more!
Houston Community College selects new co-chairs to lead Black History Committee
Two veteran HCC employees will share the leadership of the HCC Black History Committee (BHC), whose year-round efforts center on securing college scholarships for African-American students attending HCC.
The Idea Fund Launches Round 17
The Idea Fund is pleased to announce the seventeenth round of funding for artist-centered projects. The Idea Fund will award a total of $60,000 in Round 17 to artists or collectives in the Greater Houston Area with grants of $5,000 and $2,500 each.
The Human Rights Campaign Endorses Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner for Re-Election
Today, the Human Rights Campaign (HRC), the nation’s largest lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer (LGBTQ) civil rights organization announced its endorsement of Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner’s bid for re-election.
Study of Prostate Cancer in African-American Men Recruiting
When it comes to African-American men and prostate cancer, the statistics are alarming. One in six African-American men will be diagnosed with the disease, and they are twice as likely as white men to die of prostate cancer. Their cancer is more aggressive, and it starts at a much younger age than any other group. Researchers at Baylor College of Medicine are joining with research institutions across the country to find out why.
Terminally Ill Teen Dies Days After Chat With Beyoncè
A terminally ill teen from Houston, Texas sadly lost her battle with cancer just days after talking with her musical hero Beyoncè, reports The Associated Press.
Astros Hire Jose Espada as Bench Coach
Powell hired as hitting coach for San Francisco Giants
The Houston Astros have named Joe Espada as their bench coach. The announcement was made by Astros General Manager Jeff Luhnow.
Harris County DA: Fertitta offers $25K reward in shooting death of Arlene Alvarez
A Harris County Grand Jury on Tuesday declined to indict Tony Earls in the fatal shooting of 9-year-old Arlene Alvarez, announced District Attorney Kim Ogg.
NAACP Stages Sit-in at Jeff Sessions’ Office to Protest of His Nomination as Attorney General
Donald Trump wants Jeff Sessions to be attorney general and the NAACP isn’t having it.
Efficiency and Effectiveness: Chief Art Acevedo’s Energizing First Six Months
Six months ago when Mayor Sylvester Turner announced Art Acevedo as the new head of the Houston Police Department many were scratching their heads wondering who this man was. Mayor Turner painted a vivid picture of which Acevedo was but until action is seen, well, talk in cheap. Turns out Acevedo wasn’t cheap but efficient and effective making his combining with Houston a very energizing experience.
Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Houston’s Family Wellness Check-In Program provides valuable information about Club families during COVID-19 health crisis
The Family Wellness Check-In Program, implemented by Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Houston (BGCGH) in mid-March, has yielded valuable information for the nonprofit to better assist Club families during the COVID-19 health crisis. BGCGH staff began checking in with Club families via phone calls the week of March 16, focusing on immediate needs related to shelter, food and medical care. To date, 5,241 families have been contacted, with more than 1,000 families to be called in the coming week.
Houston native awarded Arctic Service Ribbon for NATO exercise
Petty Officer 1st Class Alexander Mai, a Houston native, was recently recognized while serving with U.S. Navy assigned to Commander, U.S. Second Fleet, deployed to Norway in support of NATO exercise Steadfast Defender 2024.
Houston Mayoral Race Appears Headed for a Runoff
Whitmire, Jackson Lee in a Dead Heat for Mayor, Yet Whitmire Leads in Runoff
Less than two weeks before the start of early voting, the top two candidates vying to become Houston’s next mayor are locked in a virtual tie, with John Whitmire and Sheila Jackson Lee each drawing support from about one-third of likely voters.
GMC Honors Military Heroes
On April 28, General Motors and the Stephen Siller Tunnel to Towers Foundation will host the 6th annual Honoring our Heroes Gala to benefit the foundation’s Smart Home Program and the Fallen and Wounded Soldiers Fund of Michigan.
Houston's Space Odyssey: Commemorating the Great Space Race with Dr. Douglas Brinkley
Houston Style Magazine Invites You to an Unforgettable Luncheon Experience on May 1st, 2024
Prepare for a celestial journey through time as The Heritage Society invites you to the eagerly anticipated Houston Heritage Luncheon, taking place on May 1st, 2024, at The Briar Club. With renowned historian Dr. Douglas Brinkley at the helm, the event promises a captivating exploration of Houston's pivotal role in the iconic Apollo 11 moon landing, coupled with a celebration of The Heritage Society's 70th anniversary.
Analyzing patients shortly after stroke can help link brain regions to speech functions
New research from Rice University and Baylor College of Medicine shows analyzing the brains of stroke victims just days after the stroke allows researchers to link various speech functions to different parts of the brain, an important breakthrough that may lead to better treatment and recovery.
