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Seamless Pathway to Healthcare Leadership: HCC and ACE Open Doors to Master’s Degrees
In a moment that will be remembered as a turning point for Houston’s healthcare education pipeline, Houston City College (HCC) Coleman College for Health Sciences and the American College of Education (ACE) officially inked a partnership designed to catapult students from bachelor’s programs straight into graduate and doctoral studies—all at an unprecedented level of affordability.
Houston City College – Northwest: Building Pathways, Shaping Futures in West Houston
Houston City College – Northwest (formerly Houston Community College Northwest) is more than just a campus—it’s a living testament to Houston’s forward-thinking spirit, serving as a launchpad for dreams, innovation, and community growth. As one of six colleges in the Houston City College District, the Northwest campuses empower students across Alief, Katy, Spring Branch, and parts of HISD, creating an educational hub that balances affordability, accessibility, and excellence.
Evolve Houston and METRO: Driving a Cleaner, Smarter, More Connected Future
When you see a sleek all-electric shuttle zipping through Houston’s Second Ward, Third Ward, Downtown, Near Northside, or the Heights, you’re not just witnessing a ride—you’re witnessing history in the making. Evolve Houston, a nonprofit founded in 2019 by CenterPoint Energy, the City of Houston, Shell, and the University of Houston, is reshaping the way our city thinks about transportation, equity, and clean air.
Jeffrey L. Boney Launches “Next Level” Campaign for Missouri City Mayor
A people-first blueprint for smart growth, equity, and everyday excellence
Missouri City, Texas — Councilman Jeffrey L. Boney isn’t just entering the mayoral race—he’s stepping in to break up the status quo with purpose, urgency, and a track record that speaks volumes. Known for turning community concerns into concrete solutions, Boney is running on a promise to deliver bold, collaborative leadership that transforms neighborhood ideas into citywide progress.
OST Lofts Opens Its Doors: Affordable Homes + Early Learning Bring Fresh Energy to Houston’s OST Corridor
HOUSTON— Houston just cut the ribbon on a smart, people-first development that blends affordable living with education under one roof. The OST Lofts, a 130-unit rental community along the Old Spanish Trail corridor, officially opened with a jubilant ceremony featuring leaders from the City of Houston Housing & Community Development, the Tejano Center, MREC Development, the Texas Department of Housing & Community Affairs, and Harris County Precinct 2, with support from the District I office.
IM Houston Honors 60+ Years of Service with Tapestry Celebration
For more than six decades, IM Houston—formerly known as Interfaith Ministries for Greater Houston—has been a beacon of hope, unity, and service across the Bayou City. With its roots planted firmly in the belief that Houston’s diversity is its greatest strength, the organization has built bridges of dialogue, compassion, and collaboration that continue to shape lives today.
Texas Southern University Welcomes Dr. Paula L. Jackson as Interim Athletics Director
A new chapter of leadership is unfolding at Texas Southern University (TSU) as the institution proudly appoints Dr. Paula L. Jackson as Interim Athletics Director. With over two decades of groundbreaking experience in collegiate athletics leadership, fundraising, and student-athlete advocacy, Dr. Jackson’s arrival signals both stability and fresh momentum for the TSU Tigers and their storied athletics program.
SBA SCORE Mentors Empower Houston Entrepreneurs at Lender Matchmaker Event
Over 200 Small Businesses Connect with 40+ Lenders and Community Partners
Houston, TX — What began as a simple conversation transformed into a powerful moment for Houston’s entrepreneurial community. The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) SCORE Mentors Houston, in collaboration with Bishop James Dixon Ministries and SBA leaders Mark Winchester and Winston Labbé, hosted the SBA Lender Matchmaker at The Community of Faith Church. This dynamic event brought essential resources, funding opportunities, and expert guidance directly to small business owners who are the heartbeat of Houston’s economy.
The McMillan-Stewart Foundation’s Transformative $300,000 Gift to Texas Southern University Honors Legacy of Barbara Jordan and Mickey Leland
HOUSTON, TX — Texas Southern University (TSU), one of the nation’s proudest Historically Black Colleges and Universities, is entering a bold new chapter thanks to a transformative $300,000 investment from the Geneviève McMillan-Reba Stewart Foundation. This gift, matched dollar-for-dollar by TSU’s Office of Civil Rights Scholarship Matching Fund, establishes a $600,000 endowment that will provide scholarships for generations of students at the Barbara Jordan–Mickey Leland School of Public Affairs.
🎨 Bayou City Art Festival Returns to Memorial Park with Nonprofit Partners, VIP Experiences, and Featured Artist Jonah Ballard
Houston’s crown jewel of creativity is back! The Bayou City Art Festival, produced by Art Colony Association, Inc. (ACA), is set to transform Memorial Park into Houston’s biggest outdoor art gallery from Friday–Sunday, October 10–12, 2025, 10:00 AM–6:00 PM CT. This annual celebration of artistry, culture, and community promises to be bigger, bolder, and brighter than ever before.