57
Celebrate Independence Day with American-Made Tees and Seasonal Savings
Austin-based blank apparel retailer, Threadsy, announces a Fourth of July campaign featuring apparel made in the USA and 40% off select accessories. Just in time for Independence Day gatherings, people can shop and save on totes, coolers, hats, and other must-have gear.
Rodney Griffin Appointed to City of Missouri City Planning Commission
Rodney Griffin was appointed by the City of Missouri City Mayor and Council to the nine member Planning and Zoning Commission, June 7, 2021. Griffin was sworn in by Mayor Robin Elakatt before a packed house. Council Members Lynn Clouser( L) and Dr. Cheryl Sterling are present in the photo.
The Jazz Houston Youth Orchestra Auditions
July 30 & 31, 2021 – 11:00 am – 5 p.m. St. Mark’s Episcopal Church – 3816 Bellaire Blvd. (77025)
If you are a youth jazz enthusiast, do not miss a chance to be a part of the inaugural year of the foremost Youth Jazz Orchestra in Houston. This Audition-Only Orchestra will be made up of 20 of Houston’s finest young musicians.
Fort Bend County Leads the State's Vaccination Rate
Fort Bend County is the First Urban County to Vaccinate over 95% of its 65 and older population in the State
Fort Bend County Judge KP George today announced that Fort Bend is the first urban county to fully vaccinate 86% of its population 65 and older and the first County to have over 95% of its population 65 and older vaccinated with at least one dose.
Flight Club, A London-based Concept, Debuts Immersive Bar and Restaurant in Houston Later This Year
Flight Club brings high-tech Social Darts™ to Regent Square for First Concept Based in Texas
Flight Club is proud to announce Houston as the third location of the immersive bar and restaurant concept. A British import which has revolutionized the traditional game of darts, Flight Club Houston is set to open in late 2021 and features semi-private game areas, eclectic bar program led by award-winning Peter Vestinos, and menu curated by acclaimed Chicago Chef Rich Gresh.
KIPP Texas Public Schools is distributing free breakfast and lunch for all children 18 years of age or younger (up to 21 years of age for individuals with disabilities) through Friday July 9
KIPP Texas Public Schools is distributing free breakfast and lunch for all children 18 years of age or younger (up to 21 years of age for individuals with disabilities) through Friday July 9. Children do not have to be enrolled in a KIPP Texas school to receive free meals.
Luby's finds buyer to acquire cafeteria brand and 32 Texas restaurants
It turns out you may not have to hoard Luby's LuAnn platters like they're toilet paper during a pandemic because the restaurant has found a buyer for a majority of its business, keeping the company alive.
Pharrell to Open School for Low-Income Families
Most of the time celebrities wade into political terrain these days, all they offer is cheap virtue-signaling or preening condescension. So it’s nice to see a Grammy-winning artist putting his money where his mouth is—and actually taking action to help children failed by the public school system.
Juneteenth Tribute to Sugar Land 95; Capital Campaign for National Museum
This Juneteenth at the historic Bullhead Camp Cemetery, known as “Sugar Land 95,” marked the commemoration of the past, coupled with a renewed commitment to preserve the past.
City Makes $12 Million Available for Third Round of Harvey Recovery Multi-family Development
The City of Houston Housing and Community Development Department (HCDD) has issued a third round of funding, currently estimated at $12 million, for the Harvey Multifamily Program. Through this funding round, the Harvey Multifamily Program expects to make its final awards to developers, primarily as gap funding to cover the rising costs of building materials.
Children's Museum Houston Celebrated Juneteenth
Sponsored by Gilbert Andrew Garcia & Garcia Hamilton & Associates, L.P.
On Saturday, June 19th, the Children’s Museum was proud to celebrate and honor Juneteenth with spoken word poetry, interactive activities, line dancing, and so much more. Activities included,
ACA Once Again Upheld By the Supreme Court
The U.S. Supreme Court ruled against Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton's case to find the Affordable Care Act (ACA) unconstitutional. This is the third time the U.S. Supreme Court has found the ACA constitutional. It is long overdue for Texas to expand Medicaid to provide over a million Texans with access to quality healthcare instead of wasting taxpayer money pursuing politically motivated court cases.
Apple Original Films Unveils Trailer for CODA
“CODA” will be released in theaters and premiere globally on Apple TV+ on August 13, 2021
“CODA” will be released in theaters and premiere globally on Apple TV+ on August 13, 2021
OWN, ONYX Collective and HULU Announce Original Docuseries 'The Hair Tales' From Executive Producers Tracee Ellis Ross and Michaela Angela Davis
From Executive Producers Tracee Ellis Ross and Michaela angela Davis, An Intimate and Authentic Series on the Connection between Black Women, Beauty and Identity Through the Lens of Black Hair
OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network and Hulu announced today an unprecedented partnership to simultaneously broadcast a new docuseries, “The Hair Tales,” from executive producers Tracee Ellis Ross (“Black-ish”) and Michaela angela Davis ("The Meaning of Mariah Carey") who created the series concept. Produced by Joy Mill Entertainment, Culture House, Tetravision, and Harpo Films, “The Hair Tales” is an intimate exploration of Black women, beauty and identity through the distinctive lens of Black hair. Tara Duncan, Raeshem Nijhon, Carri Twigg, and Oprah Winfrey will also serve as executive producers. The series will begin production later this year for a 2022 premiere.
Disney + Debuts New Featurette for Marvel Studios' "Loki"
Today, Disney+ debuted “Meet Sylvie,” a new featurette for Marvel Studios’ “Loki” featuring Sylvie, the extremely capable and dangerous variant who just happens to be another version of Loki. Watch the new “Loki” featurette to find out more about her and Sophia Di Martino, the talented actress who brings her to life.
AMC’s 11 Weeks of Reveals until Season 11 of The Walking Dead
As part of AMC’s “11 Weeks of Reveals until Season 11” of The Walking Dead, which returns Sunday, August 22 at 9pm ET/8pm CT, AMC revealed today a script page from writer Jim Barnes, along with episode titles for the first eight episodes of season 11 and descriptions for episodes 1101 and 1102. View script page from writer Jim Barnes here
Warner Bros. Home Entertainment Announces Zack Snyder's Justice League
The age of heroes is upon us when the Warner Bros. Pictures and DC full-length HBO Max Original feature film “Zack Snyder’s Justice League” arrives on 4K, Blu-ray Combo Pack, DVD on September 7. The screenplay is by Chris Terrio, story by Chris Terrio & Zack Snyder and Will Beall, based on characters from DC, Superman created by Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster. The film’s producers are Charles Roven, Deborah Snyder, with executive producers Christopher Nolan, Emma Thomas, Wesley Coller, Jim Rowe, Curtis Kanemoto, Chris Terrio and Ben Affleck.
Women of Color in Pharma Creates "We Are Pharma!™" Initiative to address COVID-19 Vaccination Concerns in Minority Communities
In response to the increasing mistrust of the COVID vaccine in communities of color, Women of Color in Pharma (WOCIP) has created an initiative that focuses on community education and increasing COVID-19 vaccine confidence. Additionally, it focuses on bridging the gap between the pharma industry and the communities it serves. A three-pronged framework is being utilized to create an accelerated and sustainable information exchange and informed decision making.
Billy Porter Talks HIV Stigma, Living with HIV, Status Disclosure Being Freeing and More
Black AIDS Institute (BAI), the nation’s only Black HIV organization focused on ending HIV and stigma in Black communities, has released their Juneteenth conversation with celebrity and activist Billy Porter about how his recent HIV disclosure has freed him from shame.
Harris Health System Awarded National Recognition from America’s Essential Hospitals
Harris Health System received the 2021 Gage Award honorable mention for population health from America’s Essential Hospitals for its work addressing nutritional needs and other social determinants of health affecting patients with diabetes.
HISD hosting job fair for bus drivers, custodians, mechanics, HVAC techs, and grounds crews
The Houston Independent School District is hosting a job fair this weekend to find candidates to fill several key operational support positions, including bus drivers, custodians, mechanics, HVAC technicians and grounds crews.
Nia Sioux and Sherri Shepherd Set to Star in Imperfect High Premiering September 18th on Lifetime
Ahead of International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking on June 26, Lifetime announces the new movie, Imperfect High, starring Nia Sioux (Dance Moms) and Sherri Shepherd (Mr. Iglesias), following the substance abuse realities facing teens today and how it can become a family’s worst nightmare. The movie is a follow up to the 2015 hit Perfect High which starred Bella Thorne. Imperfect High premieres Saturday, September 18th at 8/7c.
Feeding Kids’ Curiosity at Home
When my kids were little, summers were tough enough balancing summer camps and fights over the same toys surrounded by a floor littered with plenty of choices.
TSU Taps New Ocean of Soul Band Director
Texas Southern University has named Mr. Brian Simmons as the new Director of The Ocean of Soul Marching Band and an instructor in the Music Department. He will step into this new role on Monday, July 5th, 2021.
Kamala Harris’ ‘Politically Safe’ Border Trip
Kamala Harris did say that visiting the border would be “playing political games.” Turns out she was right.
Texas College Names Vice President for Academic Affairs
Texas College is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Jan E. Duncan to the position of Vice President for Academic Affairs. Dr. Duncan comes to the college with broad experiences and expertise that covers all levels of secondary and postsecondary education. Most recently, she served as an instructional designer for the use of Blackboard for grade levels K-12.
Mackenzie Scott Just Gave Away $2.7B
Houston-area groups are among the recipients; In 2020, Scott made two similar surprise announcements in which she donated a combined $6 billion to COVID-19 relief, gender eq
MacKenzie Scott, the billionaire philanthropist known for her impromptu multi-billion dollar donations to charities and racial equity causes, announced Tuesday that she has given $2.7 billion to 286 organizations. This is the third round of major philanthropic gifts Scott has made, which together rival the charitable contributions made by the largest foundations.
A Gulf Coast Juneteenth: Featuring Bobby Rush
We’re LIVE on stage and online! You can choose to watch it on our website, YouTube Channel, Facebook
We are so excited to bring you our annual Juneteenth blues and creole festival featuring Grammy award-winning blues legend Bobby Rush! This story telling bluesman boasts gritty, sensuous vocals and impressive harmonica chops that wow audiences wherever he goes!
Houston Cinema Arts Society and Houston Museum of African American Culture Celebrate Juneteenth and Black Music Month
Houston Cinema Arts Society (HCAS) and Houston Museum of African American Culture (HMAAC) partner on screenings at Moonstruck Drive-In Cinema at East River in celebration of both Juneteenth and Black
The program will consist of the Texas- shot film Miss Juneteenth by Channing Godfrey Peoples, previously screened at HCAS’s Beyond Film Program with Sundance Film Festival, and will be preceded by the Houston premiere of the director’s new short film.
American Express names Anré Williams, Chief Executive Officer of American Express National Bank (AENB) and Group President, Enterprise Services
As CEO of AENB, Anré oversees all aspects of American Express’ U.S. banking operation, which is responsible for approximately 60 percent of the company’s total billings and revenues. In addition, as Group President of Enterprise Services, Anré leads American Express’ largest shared services organizations that support the entire company globally, including its technology, digital development and analytics, customer servicing, consumer travel, real estate, purchasing and strategic initiatives functions.
Book Review: Family, Friendships, and First Cousins Simplified in One Fun, Colorful Adventure! My First Best Cousin Friend
If you’re finding it difficult to explain exactly how someone is your child’s first cousin, this sweet and funny story might help! My First Best Cousin Friend will open your little one’s understanding of family and friendships as they explore Khay-La-La Bookie And Gaby-Goo’s World! In this beautifully illustrated book, Khay-La-La Bookie learns her best friend, Gaby-Goo is actually her first cousin.
How Sleep Quality Affects Your Mental Health
While we all know sleep is vital for our mental wellbeing, few of us know how important it is. According to the Sleep foundation’s statistics on sleep, a person experiences four to six sleep cycles in an average sleep period. This is considered quality sleep, devoid of disruptions or any sleep disorders.
Juneteenth with Epic and Lucille's 1913
Emancipation Park Conservancy (EPC) and Lucille’s 1913 are collaborating to feed Houstonians in need, as EPC celebrates 149 years of hosting Houston’s annual Juneteenth celebration. The organizations will supply meals for 2,000 Houstonians and the event is made possible by Lucille’s 1913, H-E-B, Coca-Cola, Reliant, Council Member Carolyn Evans-Shabazz and the Houston Food Bank.
How Having A Dog Can Help Your Heart
In America, the leading cause of death for both men and women is heart disease. Though genetics and other concurring conditions are typically responsible for diminished cardiovascular health, there are many ways to prevent heart disease from worsening—that includes adopting a dog!
The Open House with Realtor Falyn Davis - First Time Home Buying: Money Tips, Part 1
Welcome back to The Open House. Are you budgeting to buy a home? If so, you want to make sure that you are prepared for the upcoming fees and payments that might come up during the process. In this week’s article, I will explain the first few fees to expect when you are purchasing your home.
Refugee Services of Texas Welcomes New CFO with Track Record of Non-Profit, Humanitarian Success
Refugee Services of Texas, one of the state’s leading refugee resettlement programs and supporters of human trafficking victims has announced David McKeever Jr. will take over as the organization’s new chief financial officer. McKeever is a highly respected and talented financial professional who has made his mark in a variety of non-profit sectors across the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex.
Hundreds of Summer Jobs Available in Mayor Turner’s Youth Program
As the school year winds down and summer heats up, Mayor Sylvester Turner encourages young people ages 16 to 24 to participate in his signature Hire Houston Youth program.
Cadence Bank Announces Strategic Business Alliance with Unity National Bank
Cadence Bank, a subsidiary of Cadence Bancorporation (NYSE: CADE), today announced a strategic business alliance with Houston-based Unity National Bank of Houston (Unity National Bank), the only Black owned banking institution in Texas. The cooperative alliance brings growth capital to Unity National Bank, strengthening its ability to make commercial loans and deliver other banking and financial solutions to businesses, individuals and families in minority and underserved communities in Greater Houston and Atlanta.
H-E-B Austin Symphony July 4th Concert and Fireworks
Show and Fireworks Returns to Vic Mathias Shores in Austin at 8PM For Its 44th Season!
The Austin Symphony Orchestra (ASO) is excited to announce the return of the H-E-B Austin Symphony July 4th Concert & Fireworks for its 44th season! Spend this Independence Day with your family and friends, decked out in red, white and blue.
Toni Beck Named Vice President of External Affairs for Comcast
Comcast today announced that Toni Beck has been appointed vice president of External Affairs for the company’s Houston Region. In this role, Beck will be responsible for managing all external affairs activities for the region, including government affairs, communications, community, media, and public relations.
The Open House With Realtor Falyn Davis
Welcome back to The Open House. It’s the beginning of a new month, meaning new opportunities to sell your home. According to the Houston Association of Realtors, almost 3,000 homes sold last week. Meaning, Houston’s real estate market is super hot!
Kids Day of Play At Haverstock Hill Apartments
The Angelo Blackson Foundation and Friends Provided Much Needed Fun!
One Sunday, NFL player Angelo Blackson and his family and friends gathered to provide a full Day of Play for the kids at one of Houston’s most notorious apartment complexes: Haverstock Hill Apartments.
Black Press of America Making Impact and Progress
While about 37,000 workers were laid off or furloughed at media companies like the Los Angeles Times, Condé Nast, The Dallas Morning News, Gannett, McClatchy, National Public Radio, and VOX, the NNPA added staff and expanded services to NNPA member publishers across the nation.
What Can Adolescents Do After Their COVID-19 Shot
There is no denying that adolescents and teens have sacrificed plenty in the last year due to COVID-19 – from switching to virtual classes to giving up after-school hobbies and hanging out with friends.
Houstonian Gilbert Andrew Garcia of Garcia Hamilton & Associates Plays A Part with Elite Financial Leaders at the Tulsa 2021 Economic Empowerment Day
On June 1, 2021, Gilbert Andrew Garcia of Garcia Hamilton & Associates was in Tulsa, Oklahoma to participate in the Tulsa 2021 Economic Empowerment Day. This event commemorated the 100-year anniversary of the race massacre in Tulsa which was so vividly portrayed by documentaries which premiered on several TV and Cable Channels.
Downtown Houston 4th Of July Celebration Will Go Virtual Again In 2021
Houston Public Media reports Houstonians can view the fireworks live from nearby parks, but like last year, Mayor Sylvester Turner said the public will not be able to physically watch the live music acts downtown.
Mayor Turner and City Council Pass FY '22 Budget
Houston City Council voted to approve Mayor Sylvester Turner's proposed $5.1 billion FY 2022 operating budget.
AMC shares jump more than 120% to an all-time high
The hits keep coming. Shares of AMC — the largest movie theater chain in the world — surged more than 120% Wednesday to a new peak above $70 before falling back slightly. Trading of the shares was halted twice due to volatility.
LELO and Marco Marco Celebrate Pride with Limited Collection Underwear Collaboration
Global Sexual Wellness Brand Celebrates Body Positivity, Inclusivity & Pride By Partnering with Iconic LGBTQ+ Designer
LELO, the world's leading designer of intimate lifestyle products, celebrates Pride Month by collaborating with renowned fashion designer, Marco Marco, to create a limited-collection of bold and unconventional body inclusive underwear. The provocative collection has been uniquely crafted by LELO and Marco Marco to honor and celebrate the LGTBQ community, inviting everyone to look and feel their best inside and outside of the bedroom.
3x Cancer Survivor & Fashion Designer wins International Award for a Good Cause
Fashion Designer and 3-Time Cancer Survivor Jimmy Stephens of The MyCause Brand, win coveted award.