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HISD announces winners of student holiday greeting card art competition
The Houston Independent School District will reveal the winners of the district’s 2022 Superintendent holiday greeting card student art competition. There were 142 submissions and 14 finalists in the 31st year of the annual competition. The finalists were chosen by the district’s assistant superintendents.
HISD rolling out student designed enrollment truck to reach Houston families
Houston Independent School District is prioritizing equitable access to Houston and surrounding families with a new HISD Mobile Enrollment Unit (E-Unit) coming to a neighborhood near you.
The Houston Health Department to open free diabetes center in Acres Homes
Opening of department’s third center coincides with National Diabetes Awareness Month
The Houston Health Department will open a free diabetes center in Acres Homes, an underserved area where more than 18 percent of adults are living with the disease.
The Texas A&M University System’s Board of Regents name sole finalist for president at Prairie View A&M University
The Texas A&M University System’s Board of Regents on Thursday named Tomikia P. LeGrande as the sole finalist to become the ninth President of Prairie View A&M University.
Legendary Songstress Anita Baker Announces 2023 Tour Dates
THE LIMITED RUN BRINGS BAKER ON A FULL TOUR FOR THE FIRST TIME SINCE 1995 Tickets On Sale Starting Thursday, Nov. 17 at 10 AM Local Time on LiveNation.com
Houston Parks and Recreation Department Releases Statement On Death of Parks & Recreation Employee
On Tuesday, November 8, 2022, at approximately 11:20 am, an electrocution incident involving a Houston Parks and Recreation Department employee occurred. The Houston Fire Department responded to an EMS call to Melrose Park, 1001 Canino Road. Upon arrival HFD found the employee to be deceased. An investigation regarding the incident is still underway.
Congressman Al Green, Co-founder of America’s Table, Joins the American Jewish Committee in Lauding the U.S. as a Nation of Immigrants
On Wednesday, November 9, 2022, Congressman Al Green released the following statement:
Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo Wins Tight Race for Reelection
GOP donors spent millions to unseat Hidalgo, a Democrat who leads the state’s most populous county, and take back a seat they lost four years ago. Republican Alexandra del Moral Mealer conceded the race Wednesday morning.
USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76) Sailors operate catapult systems
viation Boatswain’s Mate (Equipment) Airman Apprentice Pius Ezimako, center, from Houston, records aircraft information while Aviation Boatswain’s Mate
Dynasty! The Houston Astros Capture Their Second World Series Title With Game 6 Win
The fans of the Seattle Mariners (American League Division Series), New York Yankees (American League Championship Series), and Philadelphia Phillies (World Series) all had a mantra before facing the Houston Astros this postseason: “WE WANT HOUSTON”.
Ride & Vote: METRO Providing Free Rides on Election Day
Registered voters can hop on board METRO for a free ride to the voting booth on Election Day, Nov. 8.
Local Landscaper to Mow the Lawns of 100 Houston Veterans, Active Military for Free Starting this Thursday
SmartScaping Landscaping & Design’s Mows for Military Veterans Day Giveback
SmartScaping Landscaping & Design, a premiere Black-owned Houston landscaping maintenance and design company, is giving back this Veterans Day with FREE lawn service for 100 Houston veterans, U.S. Military service members, and military families!
Adidas scoops up CEO who turned around rival Puma
Adidas has appointed the head of Puma to succeed outgoing CEO Kasper Rorsted, betting on his ability to replicate its crosstown rival's comeback.
Mayor Turner Thanks Houston For Successful Astros Parade
More than one million people lined the streets of downtown Houston to celebrate the 2022 World Series Champions during a 1.7-mile parade that included marching bands, players, and confetti-lined streets.
Houston Symphony presents Disney's Fantasia for a magical Thanksgiving weekend, November 25-27
This Thanksgiving weekend, the Houston Symphony brings to life the magical classic that’s captivated generations—Disney’s animated film Fantasia. November 25–27, Conductor Brett Mitchell leads the orchestra through the iconic film score while animation fills the giant screen at Jones Hall. Just in time for the Thanksgiving holiday, families and music-lovers alike can experience the magic of favorites like Beethoven’s Fifth Symphony, Pomp and Circumstance, Tchaikovsky’s Nutcracker Suite, and, of course, The Sorcerer’s Apprentice. Tickets are available now at houstonsymphony.org/fantasia.
Department of Justice to Send Election Observers to Harris County
Today the United States Department of Justice (DOJ) announced that it will be sending federal election observers to Harris County on Election Day. Harris County Attorney Christian D. Menefee had been in ongoing communication with DOJ officials, who reached this decision just a couple of weeks after County Attorney Menefee, Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo, and Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner sent a joint letter requesting DOJ intervention in response to Texas state officials’ statement they would send election inspectors and an Attorney General task force to Harris County to perform “random” checks on election materials.
Islamic Arts Society features the largest festival of Islamic Arts, Houston, December 10th and 11th, 2022
The festival will feature art from renowned artists from all across USA and is the largest and oldest festival of Islamic arts in the USA
The Islamic Arts Society has announced that the 9th annual Islamic Arts Festival will be held on the December 10th and 11th, 2022, from 10.30 AM till 5.00 PM, at the Masjid Al-Salam, 16700 Old Louetta Rd., Houston (Spring). TX 77379.
Project Row Houses Presents Artist Round 54: Southern Survey Biennial
Debut of the Dr. Dina Alsowayel and Tony Chase PRH Southern Survey Biennial Prize
The Project Row Houses fifty-fourth Artist Round: Southern Survey Biennial will open Saturday, October 8th, 2022. This inaugural round is guest curated by Valerie Cassel Oliver, Curator of Modern and Contemporary Art at the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts Artists. We will introduce the artists at 3 pm, and they will then speak about their work from the porches of their houses, which will then be open for viewing until 7 pm. Round 54 will remain on view Wednesdays through Sundays from noon to 5 pm through Sunday, February 12, 2023. One artist will be selected for The Dr. Dina Alsowayel and Tony Chase PRH Southern Survey Biennial Prize for $25,000.
Prominent Business Man, Melvyn E. Huckaby II, Passes
wWll-known business man & entrepreneur, native Houstonian, Melvyn Everette Huckaby II has died. He was the son, grandson and great grandson of prominent Houstonians who are pioneers in the healthcare industry.
The Women’s Fund Hosts Health and Wellness Awareness Presentation on Sleep Health
The Women’s Fund for Health Education and Resiliency, a nonprofit providing Houston-area women and girls with the tools needed to be advocates for their health, will host a “Sleep Health” presentation exploring the importance of sleep in overall health, benefits of good sleep, consequences of inadequate sleep, sleep disorders, and tips for getting a better night’s sleep with guest speaker Dr. Ali Al-Himyary on Wednesday, November 16, 2022, from Noon to 1 p.m.
