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200 Pastors and Faith Leaders in Prayer and Support Kickoff the 2018 Sheila Jackson Lee Congressional Campaign

Something highly unusual happened at 8:00AM on Monday morning, January 29. Nearly 200 pastors and faith leaders made their way to Vic and Anthony’s 5 Star Restaurant, in downtown Houston. Why? They gathered to affirm their intensified support for Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee. The veteran incumbent finds herself with an opponent as she seeks re-election to the seat she has now held for blank years. This group of faith leaders are not taking anything for granted. The event was co-chaired by two of Houston’s prominent clergy personalities. Bishop James Dixon of The Community of Faith Church, and Dr. Ralph D. West of The Church Without Walls.

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National Urban League Partnership With Wells Fargo Aims to Diversity Home Appraisal Industry

$5 Million Grant Will Help Certify up to 260 Diverse Appraisers in Atlanta, Charlotte, and Houston

Today the National Urban League and Wells Fargo announced a $5 million grant to create the Diverse Appraiser Initiative, a new program that aims to increase diversity and reduce barriers to entry in the home appraisal industry.

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Twelve HISD Students Advance to Foley’s 27th Annual MLK Jr. Oratory Competition Finals

Finals scheduled for January 13 at Antioch Missionary Baptist Church of Christ

Twelve fourth- and fifth-grade students from Houston ISD elementary schools have been selected to advance to the finals for Foley & Lardner LLP’s 27th Annual MLK Jr. Oratory Competition in Houston. The finals are scheduled to take place on January 13, 2023, from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Antioch Missionary Baptist Church of Christ.

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Arizona police investigate a deadly shooting rampage across 3 crime scenes, including a burning house where a body was found

Police in Tucson, Arizona, are investigating a deadly shooting rampage across three crime scenes, including a burning house where a charred body was found Sunday.

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Houston Hometown Hero and Comedian Mo Amer Announces Homecoming Show for "Mo Day" in Houston on Sept. 16

Bayou Music Center - Houston, TX - Saturday, September 16, 2023

Comedian and TV star Mo Amer, a highly regarded and respected Houstonian, will celebrate “Mo Amer Day in Houston” with a special homecoming performance at Bayou Music Center in Houston, TX, on Saturday, September 16, 2023. Tickets are on sale now. at LiveNation.com.

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JSU Art Students Shine in Real-World Collaboration with Visit JXN for JXN Restaurant Rebranding!

Exciting news from Jackson State University (JSU) and Visit Jackson as they team up to empower local restaurants in Jackson, Mississippi, through a dynamic collaboration with JSU’s Department of Art. At a recent press conference on March 1, three talented JSU graphic design students unveiled their stunning work—new logos, signage, and marketing materials—for three beloved "City with Soul" restaurants.

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Help the Storm Victim Animals of Hurricane Harvey

I will keep this short, but I wanted to update you on the animals that have been impacted by Hurricane Harvey.

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Unique Houston Cinco de Mayo Celebration at Killen’s Barbecue – May 6, 2017

This Cinco de Mayo weekend, pay homage to the margarita while sticking to a Houston staple.

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TSU Partners With Entertainment Expert to Create New Entrepreneurial Institute

The Office of Continuing Education (OCE) has partnered with music and business leader Mathew Knowles to create the Mathew Knowles Institute (MKI). The Institute’s entrepreneurial, entertainment and music business courses are designed to teach students a range of practical skills necessary to succeed in today’s competitive global marketplace.

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Ristorante Cavour Executive Chef Maurizio Ferrarese Delights Guests in Two- Night Chocolate Dinner Spectacular

Ristorante Cavour Executive Chef Maurizio Ferrarese Delights Guests in Two-Night Chocolate Dinner Spectacular. Acclaimed Hotel Granduca and Ristorante Cavour Chef Maurizio Ferrarese Hosts Immaculate Chocolate-Infused Dinner in Uptown Park.

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Grounds Tickets for the PGA TOUR Korn Ferry Tour Compliments of Navarre Cadillac

The PGA TOUR Korn Ferry Tour, Lake Charles Championship is taking place Thursday, March 26-Sunday, March 29, at the Country Club at Golden Nugget, 2550 Golden Nugget Blvd. Recently, Ryan Navarre of Billy Navarre Cadillac announced that all grounds tickets, previously $10 per person per day, will be offered on a completely complimentary basis to encourage everyone to enjoy this prestigious event.

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Pandora Walker Shares Storybook View of Math Principles

New marketing campaign set for ‘Queen Bee Mathematical and the Number Garden’

Pandora Walker returns to the literary limelight with the release of “Queen Bee Mathematical and the Number Garden” (published by AuthorHouse in September of 2016), a juvenile book teaching the basics of algebra in an entertaining way. The book inspires young girls to join in science, technology, engineering, art and mathematics careers.

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Book introduces readers to metals and manufacturing industries

Krishan Katyal announces the release of ‘Essential Guide to Metals and Manufacturing’

Krishan Katyal spent nearly 40 years with manufacturers of machine tools and metal machining and welding companies. He felt there should be a book that covers major topics related to metals and manufacturing, which led him to come up with “Essential Guide to Metals and Manufacturing” (published by Xlibris).

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What it takes to be a multinational success like Adidas and Nike?

‘Global Reach for Gold: Managing Multinational Corporations’ kicks off its new marketing campaign

After accumulating experiences both in national and global organizations in different industries for over 22 years, Mondy Selle Gold pens a book where he shares his expertise to students, entrepreneurs and global business leaders and managers.

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TSU Partners with Entertainment Expert to Create New Entrepreneurial Institute

The Office of Continuing Education (OCE) has partnered with music and business leader Mathew Knowles to create the Mathew Knowles Institute (MKI). The Institute’s entrepreneurial, entertainment and music business courses are designed to teach students a range of practical skills necessary to succeed in today’s competitive global marketplace.

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Kroger Distributes Thousands of Cases of Bottled Water to Local Community Organizations

Kroger donated pallets of water to several organizations to distribute to Houstonians in need.

Today, as much of Greater Houston and surrounding areas are faced with an ongoing water boil notice, and many Houstonians without access to water, Kroger has partnered with several organizations across Houston in an effort to get bottled drinking water to those most in need.

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Kenan Thompson Tapped To Host The 74th Emmy Awards

This week, NBC and the Television Academy announced jointly today that Kenan Thompson will host the 74th Emmy Awards! The three-hour, coast-to-coast live telecast from the Microsoft Theater at L.A. Live in downtown Los Angeles is scheduled for Monday, Sept. 12 and begins at 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. PT on NBC and will stream live for the first time on Peacock.

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Visuals: Bernie Taupin Off the Wall Gallery at the Galleria

Saturday, Nov. 5, 2022 at 5pm

Bernie Taupin, lifelong visual artist and world-renowned songwriter who co-wrote and collaborated for the past five decades with musical partner Elton John, will be appearing LIVE at Houston’s premier Fine Art Gallery: Off the Wall Gallery. Bernie Taupin to Appear Live in Houston .

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New Trailer Alert: LIFETIME'S TLC FOREVER

TLC's Forever documentary, the 2-hour documentary special to simulcast on Lifetime and A&E on June 3, 2023

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Illinois State Trooper, Woman Found Shot Dead In Car On Southeast Side

A man who was a trooper with the Illinois State Police and a woman were found shot dead Monday afternoon in a car in the East Side neighborhood.