Jo-Carolyn Goode

Managing Editor

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Loving daughter, constant writer, pageant lover, effective manager, and community advocate are just some of the characteristics that describe Jo-Carolyn Goode. Having a solid foundation forged by her parents and faith in God has helped shape her into the pillar of the community she is today. The Houston, Texas native is a Prairie View A&M University graduate with a B.S. in the concentration of Biology with minor in Chemistry and Dance.

Beginning her professional career with Houston Style Magazine as an editorial intern, she worked her way through the ranks to become Managing Editor. Through a proven track record of excellent timely reporting and having a great worth ethic, Jo-Carolyn tells the stories of the everyday man to the hottest celebrities to the political power movers. While overseeing a talented team of writers and photographers, Jo-Carolyn produces the weekly print publication of Houston Style Magazine that is widely distributed locally, regionally, and nationally. In addition, she engages readers with stellar content through Houston Style Magazine’s online portal and social media channels.

Her communication talents move from the pages of print media to video as the producer for ‘It's National Day,’ a popular YouTube show celebrating the different national days of the world hosted by media personality TotallyRandie.

Jo-Carolyn has a passion for mentoring the minds of young girls and women and exercises this in a number of ways. In the capacity of National Assistant Director of the Miss Black America Coed Pageant Jo-Carolyn works with girls as young as five helping them to learn the ways of a queen through modeling, interviewing, and serving their respective communities. She also volunteers for the Miss Texas USA Pageant and Miss Texas Teen USA Pageant system where she works with girls as young as 14. Jo-Carolyn builds girls of confidence and character as a Girl Scout leader for one of the oldest African American troops in the Houston area. Her mentorship to these various groups of girls has allowed them to learn valuable lessons and gain skills that have translated to other areas of their lives to live and grow as successful individuals.

Always involved in her community, Jo-Carolyn has affiliations with Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated - Alpha Kappa Omega Chapter as the chapter historian and sits on the Board of Directors for the Ivy Educational and Charitable Foundation of Houston, Incorporated and the Advisory Board for the Beatrice Mayes Institute.

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Autism Speaks Brings Inaugural Empower Summit & Challenge to Houston, Advancing Inclusion and Support for the Autism Community

Autism Speaks is celebrating 20 years of impact with the launch of its inaugural Empower Summit & Challenge, an inspiring two-day event aimed at uniting autistic individuals, families, caregivers, and experts to foster inclusion and create meaningful change. Taking place in Houston, Texas, on April 11 and 12, this initiative is part of a nationwide rollout in five key cities: Dallas, Chicago, Columbus, Houston, and Miami.

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Scientists Unveil Groundbreaking Biomarker to Predict Cancer Aggressiveness

In a revolutionary advancement for cancer diagnostics, researchers from Fred Hutch Cancer Center and The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center have identified a novel biomarker capable of predicting the aggressiveness and recurrence of tumors, particularly in meningioma brain cancers and breast cancers. This discovery, published in Science, could transform precision oncology by offering new diagnostic and prognostic tools.

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Texas Strengthens Energy Reliability with New Grant Program for Utilities Outside ERCOT

In a strategic move to bolster Texas’ electric reliability beyond the ERCOT grid, the Public Utility Commission of Texas (PUCT) has approved a groundbreaking rule establishing the Texas Energy Fund (TEF) Outside of ERCOT Grant Program (OEGP). This initiative aims to modernize infrastructure, enhance weather resilience, and improve reliability for electric utilities and power generators operating outside the ERCOT-managed grid.

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Shawn Thierry Appointed as Executive Director for Policy and Counsel at Texas Southern University

February 11, 2025 (Houston) — Texas Southern University (TSU) has announced the appointment of Attorney Shawn Thierry as its new Executive Director for Policy and Counsel. In this pivotal role, she will serve within the Office of Board Relations, working alongside the Executive Director for Board Relations to enhance institutional policies and governance.

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BMW Motorrad Days Americas 2025: A Celebration of Two-Wheeled Excellence

Mark Your Calendars: October 3-5, 2025

BMW Motorrad USA is revving up excitement as it officially announces the return of BMW Motorrad Days Americas 2025—an electrifying three-day celebration of motorcycles, camaraderie, and innovation. Taking place from October 3-5, 2025, this must-attend event will once again be held in conjunction with the renowned Barber Vintage Festival at Barber Motorsports Park in Birmingham, Alabama.

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Broadway Lights Shine Bright: Memorial Hermann Broadway at the Hobby Center Unveils a Thrilling 2025-2026 Season

Houston’s theater scene is set to dazzle as the Hobby Center for the Performing Arts unveils its highly anticipated 2025-2026 Memorial Hermann Broadway at the Hobby Center season. With a spectacular lineup featuring six Houston premieres and a mix of fresh productions alongside returning crowd favorites, this season promises a theatrical experience unlike any other.

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The PERFECT Way for Kids to Spend Spring Break! 🌟🎉

Looking for an engaging, educational, and fun-filled way for your kids to spend spring break? The University of Houston-Downtown (UHD) is offering an exciting lineup of Spring Break Youth Camps from March 10-24, 2025, at both its One Main Campus and UHD Northwest at Lone Star College-University Park (11440 Compaq Center West Drive).

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Anthony Davis expected to miss multiple weeks with left adductor strain, per ESPN

Anthony Davis is set to miss multiple weeks after straining his left adductor during his debut with the Dallas Mavericks, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania and Tim MacMahon.

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