57Multi-Platium Recording Artist Pia Mis Releases Her First Holiday EP
Critically acclaimed multi-platinum recording artist, singer, songwriter, fashionista and actress Pia Mia (@PiaMia – 7.2M Instagram, 1.5M TikTok, and 1.6M YouTube followers) releases her first Holiday EP “CHRISTMAS”, now available across all platforms.
Savoy Magazine Announces The 2021 Most Influential Black Corporate Directors in a Landmark Dual-Edition Fall Issuw
Savoy magazine, the leading African American business, culture and lifestyle publication, announced its list of 2021 Most Influential Black Corporate Directors. Presented in two editions with dual covers, this issue features Kenneth Chenault, former Chairman and CEO of American Express, and Kenneth Frazier, Executive Chairman of Merck. With over 880 combined pages in two editions, the fall issue of Savoy ranks as the largest magazine by pages targeting the African American consumer ever published.
Free Breakfast for Veterans and Active Military
Kolache Factory Stores Celebrate Veterans Day with Free Breakfast
On November 11, Kolache Factory stores nationwide are offering free breakfast to all veterans and all those who are actively serving our country in the U.S. armed forces. All veterans and servicemen and women are invited to come in and enjoy a free kolache and a cup of coffee — on the house.
Harmony Public Schools begins open enrollment for 2022-2023 school year
Harmony Public Schools is a free, open enrollment public charter school serving families in 23 communities across Texas.
Harmony Public Schools, the largest STEM-focused charter public school network in Texas, is now accepting open enrollment applications for the 2022-2023 school year.
Two Bus Operators Among Latest COVID-19 Cases
METRO has received confirmation two bus operators have tested positive for COVID-19. This brings the total number of cases to 834 METRO employees and 162 contractors since March 2020.
PVAMU professor co-leads groundbreaking research in pulmonary hypertension
Thanks in part to the work of Chief Scientist and Executive Professor Seungchan Kim, Ph.D., Prairie View A&M University is once again on the leading edge of groundbreaking research. This time, it’s about work that is promising to repurpose cancer drugs.
Avis Budget stock is soaring thanks to the rental car boom
Hertz has made a lot of headlines lately thanks to its deals with Tesla and Uber. Wall Street has noticed, too. But rival rental car company Avis Budget is doing even better.
Visionaries Art League Gala
The Art League of Houston has been a fixture in the Houston art community for over 30 years. It is also responsible for art classes taught by art professionals, exhibits, and public art installation. Recently, implosion house. Also, the Texas Artist of the Year Award, Patrons of the Year, and Lifetime Achievement Awards. Past award recipients include John Biggers, Rick Lowe, and Jesse Lott.
Luther Vandross Estate Inks $40M Deal With Primary Wave Music To Carry On His Legacy
The influence of the late Luther Vandross will always be seen throughout the music industry. Today, his estate is making sure of that as they keep the R&B legend’s legacy and music alive through a new partnership.
Houston Native Serves at Naval Air Station Whidbey Island
Petty Officer 1st Class Kendrick Pope, a native of Houston, Texas, is serving with the U.S. Navy’s cutting-edge maritime patrol and reconnaissance aircraft squadron in Oak Harbor, Washington.
Many Latinos chose virtual learning for children to minimize health risks to family, study shows
Many Latino families chose virtual learning for their children instead of returning to the classroom last fall in an effort to minimize health risks and protect vulnerable family members from COVID-19, according to a new study from a Rice University sociologist.
Elevated, Biographical, and absolutely Delicious is how I would describe the meal prepared
I was scrolling through Instagram and an ad popped up for a pop-up restaurant. I took a look at the menu and it looked very good. They got me hooked when I saw the main course included Jollof rice. I wanted to find out who was the chef behind this menu. That's when I found Chef Onyi.
Intelligence leaders defend efforts to promote diversity in face of Republican attacks
The Biden administration's most senior intelligence officials defended their push to boost diversity in the ranks of the intelligence community in a congressional hearing on Wednesday, amid attacks from Republicans that such efforts are a distraction from core national security priorities.
The Far-Right Political Playbook Is a Threat to Our Health, Our Schools, and Our Democracy
The answer is disturbing. Our public health system is being put at risk by the same right-wing disinformation tactics that are undermining our educational and election systems.
Red Bull SoundClash Taking Place In Houston on December 2
Houston’s The Suffers Versus New Orleans’ Tank and the Bangas In ‘Queens of Gulf Coast Soul’ Battle Of The Bands Featuring Co-Hosts Paul Wall & Big Freedia
TRAVIS SCOTT & CACTUS JACK FOUNDATION ANNOUNCES CITYWIDE TAKEOVER OF HOUSTON, TEXAS WEEK OF ASTROWORLD FESTIVAL 2021
ASTROWORLD WEEK INCLUDES TEXAS HOMECOMING PREMIERE OF A24’s “RED ROCKET,” CELEBRITY GOLF TOURNAMENT & CACTUS JACK FOUNDATION FALL CLASSIC SOFTBALL GAME.
Rapper Travis Scott joins HISD and City of Houston to unveil campus garden at Young Elementary
The HISD Nutrition Services’ Get Growing Houston program, in partnership with the Cactus Jack Foundation, will celebrate the unveiling of the Young Elementary School campus garden.
Macy's Annual Believe Campaign Benefitting Make-a-Wish Returns to Offer Customers the Opportunity to Send Letters andDeliver Wishes
Macy’s Believe campaign invites customers to write their letters to Santa in-store or online and for every letter received Macy’s will donate $1 to Make-A-Wish, up to $1 million
Macy’s announces the launch of its 14th annual Believe letter-writing campaign, in partnership with Make-A-Wish, giving believers of all ages the opportunity to send letters and deliver wishes. From Monday, Nov. 1 through Friday, Dec. 24, for every letter sent to Santa online at macys.com/believe or written at a Believe mailbox station located in Macy’s stores nationwide, Macy’s will donate $1 to Make-A-Wish, up to $1 million, to help children fighting critical illnesses’ life-changing wishes come true.
The MFAH Has Appointed Anita Bateman as Associate Curator of Modern and Contemporary Art
A curator and art historian in the fields of modern and contemporary African art and art of the African diaspora, Dr. Bateman will focus on developing exhibitions and defining and expanding the Museum’s long-term collection goals
Ralph Lauren Corporate Foundation Unveils New Regenerative Cotton Program in Texas Inbox
The U.S. Regenerative Cotton Fund is an Industry-First Initiative to Assist Farmers in Implementing Regenerative Agricultural Practices Across More Than One Million Acres of U.S. Cotton Cropland; Drawing Down One Million Metric Tons of Carbon Dioxide Equivalent from the Atmosphere by 2026
Groundbreaking for HCDE’s new Academic and Behavior School East building
Harris County Department of Education leaders will gather on Tuesday for a groundbreaking ceremony to launch the construction phase of the new Academic and Behavior School East building. The new facility will be built on the existing campus’ field, located in southeast Harris County.
Nielsen's 2021 African American Consumer Report Explores the Influence of Black Culture on Content and Media Trends and the Representation of the Collective Black Community
New data shows African Americans spend more time consuming media than any other group, yet there continues to be a lack of representation of the collective Black community.
Nielsen continues to dedicate itself to telling the story of the power of Black audiences, their diversity, and the representation of the collective Black community. According to "Seeing and Believing: Meeting Black audience demand for representation that matters," the newest report in Nielsen's Diverse Intelligence Series, the U.S. Black population has a complex and powerful legacy that continues to shape countries and cultures around the world. Yet, when it comes to representation in media, the complexity that creates the richness of their experience is often lost, and when present, undervalued.
Trendsetting Mobile Game for Fashionistas Reveal Extraordinary Women Interest in Style with 8M Downloads in 5 Months
Every week, nearly half a million new players join Pocket Styler – a new fashion game for mobile devices that focuses on dressing up the avatar for different occasions, where created looks are being rated by the community of users. The creators attribute the cause of the growing popularity of the game to its’ non-urgent nature, where a player can relax and simply enjoy the process, enabling the focus on creativity – over 147 million different outfit looks have already been created by the game users.
SMU, Children's Health Harness Power of Sports to Improve Kids' Well-Being
SMU and Children’s Health through its Children’s Health Andrews Institute for Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine are launching a collaboration dedicated to leveraging the transformational power of sports to improve the health, activity levels and well-being of kids. The Youth Sports Impact Partnership, a unique university-hospital relationship, will use an evidence-based approach to improve access to youth sports, prevent injury and share age-appropriate training and development practices.
High Profile Black Male Student Athletes Migrating to HBCUs By Dr. Jawanza Kunjufu
Dr. Charles Richburg, author of the book, A Career Guide for Black Male Student Athletes: An Alternative to the Pros, believes the awakening of Black males student athletes returning to HBCUs is attributed to being led by the “Spirit Within!”
Vendorship Inc. Offers Advice for Minority Businesses Trying to Secure Government Contracts
Company Calls for Equality During Global Diversity Awareness Month & Every Month
Each year $660 billion is awarded in government contracts. This offers private businesses a significant opportunity to secure a promising amount of work and bolster revenue. However, the bidding process can be a complicated maze of red tape and time consuming especially when bidding as a member of a disadvantaged or marginalized business group. In light of Global Diversity Awareness Month in October, Vendorship Inc., a company that specializes in helping businesses identify and secure government contracts, examined data they say shows not everyone has the same advantages bidding on this work. According to Zippia's data science team:
FALL-ing for San Antonio: Why You Should Book a Getaway to San Antonio this Fall
Travelers will be falling for San Antonio as the city welcomes beautiful weather and festive events this fall. Those seeking a fall getaway, can experience the vibrancy of the city and a stylish stay at San Antonio’s new luxury hotel, Thompson San Antonio – Riverwalk.
MD Anderson Research Highlights: ASTRO 2021 Special Edition
Key presentations focused on novel radiation therapy regimen, predictive biomarkers for immunotherapy and AI-based modeling
The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center’s Research Highlights provides a glimpse into recent studies in basic, translational and clinical cancer research from MD Anderson experts. This special edition features oral presentations by MD Anderson researchers at the 2021 American Society for Radiation Oncology (ASTRO) Annual Meeting (Oct. 24-27) on novel therapeutic and diagnostic approaches, including partial breast irradiation, evaluating PD-L1 levels as biomarkers to better predict response to immunotherapy, and deep learning and biomechanical models.
City of Houston Street Rehab Initiative Scheduled in Northshore
Mayor Pro Tem Dave Martin would like to make Northshore area residents aware Houston Public Works will begin a street rehabilitation project on Monday, November 8th, beginning on Grand Oaks Drive. The scope of work includes rehabbing the concrete streets of Grand Oaks Drive, Joliet Street, Halifax Street, and Fawn Drive. The cost of the project is $720,000 and is funded through the Dedicated Drainage and Street Renewal Fund. The project is a result of Mayor Turner's Street Rehab Initiative that was launched in September 2020.
Travis Scott Announces 2021 Astroworld Festival Lineup Feat. Tame Impala, Bad Bunny, SZA, Lil Baby, Earth, Wind & Fire & More
Final Ticket Sale Begins Now
Texas-born, GRAMMY Award-nominated, multi-platinum hip-hop artist and business mogul, Travis Scott has just announced the full music lineup for his third annual Astroworld Festival. In celebration, Scott has also released a very limited number of additional tickets to the event, which are on sale now at AstroworldFest.com.
YMCA of Greater Houston Renames Equity Innovation Center Powered by Reliant in Honor of Quentin R. Mease
Influential Y trailblazer honored at ceremony Saturday, Oct. 23
The YMCA of Greater Houston proudly announces the renaming of the YMCA Equity Innovation Center powered by Reliant (EIC) to honor Quentin Ronald Mease, one of Houston’s most influential African American leaders. In Summer 2021, the YMCA and its executive committee officially voted on the EIC’s new name – The Quentin R. Mease Equity Innovation Center powered by Reliant. The YMCA of Greater Houston, community leaders and executives from Reliant joined together on Saturday, Oct. 23 at the Tellepsen Family Downtown YMCA to dedicate the renaming in his honor.
Virtual Community Meeting for Arlington Heights Drainage Improvements and Crenshaw Stromwater Detention Projects
Mayor Pro Tem Dave Martin would like to remind Arlington Heights and Edgebrook area residents Harris County Flood Control District and Houston Public Works will be hosting a virtual community meeting on Thursday, October 28, 2021, at 6:30 pm to discuss the Arlington Heights Area Drainage Improvements and the Crenshaw Stormwater Detention Basin Projects.
Children’s Museum Houston celebrates Day of the Dead with Mariachi, marigold garlands and sugar skull art workshops
Join Hector and Mamá Imelda in a Coco-inspired event! Saturday, Nov. 6, beginning at 10 a.m.
Children’s Museum Houston will be magically transformed into a colorful, beautiful and bountiful Land of the Dead, bursting with incredible offerings of Mariachi, “sugar skulls” and marigolds in celebration of El Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead). El Día de los Muertos is a celebration of life! It’s a time when families keep the memory of loved ones alive by remembering their essence in a beautifully decorated “ofrenda.”
Protecting Medicare Advantage is Advocating for Seniors
The senior community needs champions. Despite being one of the most significant voter groups in the country, the senior community often feels ignored when it comes to policy. This happens both in terms of failing to give seniors the space to voice their opinions over what policies they prefer and in ensuring they are made aware of policy decisions happening around them.
Fish City Grill Honors Nation's Heroes With Free Veterans Day Meal
Fish City Grill and Half Shells are restaurants known and loved for their top-tier seafood and welcoming neighborhood seafood joint atmosphere. They’re also valued for being true members of the communities they serve, in part for their long commitment to our nation’s veterans. Most years, the restaurant chain gives more than $20,000 in free meals to veterans and active-duty military personnel on Veterans Day.
Commissioner Rodney Ellis’ Statement on Proposed Redistricting Plan
Every decade, after each U.S. census, states, cities and counties engage in a process called redistricting, where they adjust the boundaries of their governing districts to reflect changes in population growth and other factors.
Children's Book Author Releases New Titles in Grow With Stem Series
Educator and Author LaTanya Brooks’ new titles MARISOL: A LITTLE GIRL WITH A BIG DREAM and ADAM BAUM: THE AUTISTIC ENGINEER are both brilliantly written to inspire children’s interest in STEM. For a full list of where to find these titles, visit the Grow with STEM website, http://www.growwithstem.com.
Hancock Whitney, Fifth Ward CRC and Freddie Mac Host Free Virtual Workshop for Prospective Homebuyers Oct. 26
Workshop offers financial education resources for potential and existing homeowners
Hancock Whitney and Fifth Ward Community Redevelopment Corporation are partnering to host a free homebuyer and financial education virtual workshop for prospective homeowners in the Houston metropolitan area on Tuesday, October 26, at 6:30 p.m. The virtual session, “Talking ‘Financial Cents’ of Homeownership,” aims to give prospective and existing homeowners greater confidence in pursuing and retaining their dreams of homeownership.
Downtown Houston Transit Lanes Getting a Fresh New Look
A faster, more reliable commute is coming to downtown Houston. METRO's latest project, in partnership with the city of Houston, will bring a fresh new look to existing transit-only lanes in the city's central business district.
TikTok Star's Amazing Transformation
Virginia native, Bailey Spinnenweber, transformed herself from an awkward, acne-plagued and overweight teen who was the target of constant bullying, into the gorgeous, super fit, blonde TikTok star, known today as Bailey Spinn. Most importantly, it was a makeover from the inside out.
Rice Business ranked No. 3 for entrepreneurship by Poets & Quants
The Jones Graduate School of Business at Rice University is ranked No. 3 in Poets & Quants’ World’s Best MBA Programs for Entrepreneurship rankings for 2022, up from No. 15 on the 2021 list.
Celebrate World Vegan Day with JINYA Ramen Bar’s Bold Plant-Based Items
Acclaimed Japanese ramen restaurant to give away a FREE order of Impossible™ Tacos with the purchase of any vegan ramen on Nov. 1
JINYA Ramen Bar is transforming the way people eat ramen with its all-new lineup of perfectly balanced plant-based bowls and small plates.
Children’s Health Defense, Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. and Meryl Nass, MD Tell FDA Advisory Committee: Approval of the COVID Vaccine for Young Children Will Put Millions at Serious Risk
Injuries to older children and adults following COVID vaccination include death, heart damage, cancer, stroke and reproductive harms
Robert F. Kennedy, Jr., Chairman of Children’s Health Defense (CHD), and Meryl Nass, MD have sent a letter to each member of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) Vaccines and Related Biological Products Advisory Committee (VRBPAC) highlighting the latest peer reviewed research that shows children have virtually zero risk of hospitalization and death from the COVID-19 virus. “Conversely, according to Pfizer’s own study trial data, the chance of death in children from the Pfizer vaccine is 107 times higher than death due to COVID,” said Dr. Brian Hooker, CHD Chief Science Officer.
Jackson State University Will Honor President Emeritus John Peoples During 144th Founders’ Day Convocation on Oct. 28President Emeritus John A. Peoples, Jr. Ph.D. will receive an honorary doctorate of
President Emeritus John A. Peoples, Jr. Ph.D. will receive an honorary doctorate of humane letters during Jackson State University’s 144th Founders’ Day Convocation on Thursday, Oct. 28th at 10 a.m. on the Gibbs-Green Plaza, which will also be livestreamed.
Creative Pumpkin Workout from Planet Fitness
As we’re all enjoying the crisp fall weather, (finally!) I wanted to share a fun, new way to exercise and put those porch pumpkins to good use. In honor of National Pumpkin Day today on October 26 and Halloween, Planet Fitness has created a spooktacular workout using our favorite fall accessory – pumpkins!
From Page to Stage—Houston Grand Opera Presents World Premiere of The Snowy Day this December
HGO creates 71st world premiere with new opera based on the beloved children’s book by Ezra Jack Keats
Houston Grand Opera presents the highly anticipated world premiere of The Snowy Day December 9th through 19th at Houston’s Wortham Theater Center. Created by composer Joel Thompson and librettist Andrea Davis Pinkney, The Snowy Day is based on the classic children’s book by Ezra Jack Keats.
BattleGround to Breaking Ground program now taking applications
Applications are now being accepted for Cohort 11 of the BattleGround to Breaking Ground program for active-duty military, veterans and others offered through the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service
Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Houston Great Futures Dinner: Resilient Together
“Great Futures Start Here.” That’s what the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Houston is all about. And the Great Futures Dinner: Resilient Together was a big step in ensuring that will happen, as it raised more than $900,000 to support high quality after-school and summer programming for some 30,000 children and teens who walk through the doors of its 23 clubs every year. The dinner, attended by more than 600 enthusiastic BGCGH supporters, is the nonprofit’s premier fundraising event of the year and is a showcase to the Houston community on how BGCGH positively impacts the lives of area youth every day and helps them achieve great futures.
Halloween Haunted Homes For Sale - Would You Buy a Haunted Home?
Would anyone in their right mind buy a haunted house? According to a survey by Realtor.com, 33% out of 1,000 people said they would! TopTenRealEstateDeals.com has found nine ghoulish homes and one ghost town with histories of past horrors for the curious or the brave. All ten have been or are currently on the market. Just in time for Halloween and featured this week at TopTenRealEstateDeals.com. Haunted home
BLACK ENTERPRISE Releases Latest Boardroom Power Report And Exclusive Directory Of Black Corporate Directors
espite corporate commitments to diversity, equity, and inclusion, the latest analysis reveals that 1 in 5 S&P 500 companies are bereft of African American board representation
BLACK ENTERPRISE, the No. 1 Black digital media brand, with more than 8 million monthly unique visitors, has released its latest exclusive report on African American representation on the corporate boards of 500 of America's largest publicly traded companies today at BlackEnterprise.com.