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Houston Public Library is a 'Fine Free' System for Cardholders
With the support of Mayor Sylvester Turner and approval by Houston City Council, Houston Public Library (HPL) will no longer charge late fines on overdue books and other borrowed items. This change is effective January 11, 2023. By eliminating late fines, HPL joins other public library systems across North America in lowering financial barriers to library access and creating more equitable services for all users.
Houston Public Library is a 'Fine Free' System for Cardholders
With the support of Mayor Sylvester Turner and approval by Houston City Council, Houston Public Library (HPL) will no longer charge late fines on overdue books and other borrowed items. This change is effective January 11, 2023. By eliminating late fines, HPL joins other public library systems across North America in lowering financial barriers to library access and creating more equitable services for all users.
Curtis ‘50 Cent’ Jackson Among 12 Humanitarians Honored Tonight at the Annual Houston Humanitarian Awards
Hundreds of guests gathered at the Royal Sonesta Houston tonight for a black-tie affair to honor a dozen humanitarians making a difference in Houston and beyond at the Annual Houston Humanitarian Awards!
Taco Flats announces Austin-area expansion with two new locations, Taco Flats Riata and Taco Flats Lakeway
Traditional Mexico City-inspired beloved Austin taco joint unveils plans to open two brand new locations following the recent purchase of the Riata Bar and Grill and Castro’s Bar & BBQ in Lakeway
The visionary team behind Taco Flats, East Austin’s mezcal bar La Holly, and Smithville bar and Smoked Meat Taco concept Carne Lenta, announce the recent purchase of the Riata Bar and Grill and the opening of their latest location, Taco Flats Riata.
SmartScaping Expands Community Program to Help Houston Youth with Jobs, New HISD Co-Op Program, Paid Student Internships
SmartScaping Landscaping & Design, a premiere Black-owned, Houston-based landscaping maintenance and design company, is expanding their “SmartScaping Cares” community program to offer students, age 16-25, immediate employment opportunities, paid internships as part of an upcoming Co-Op Program in partnership with HISD schools, and a career path toward entrepreneurship in the landscaping industry!
#NNPA BLACKPRESSSeven Decades After First Black Reporter Covered the White House, the Black Press Receives Coveted Credentials
“The National Newspaper Publishers Association’s Senior National Correspondent, Stacy Brown, has once again enabled our national trade association representing the Black Press of America, to make another historic yet contemporary step forward with the official acquisition of the White House hard-pass,” said NNPA President and CEO Dr. Benjamin F. Chavis Jr.
Women's History Month Highlight: Meet Telicia Fogle-Simon, Founder of Choice Nation Academy
Meet Telicia Fogle-Simon, a dedicated mother, educator and founder of Choice Nation Academy, a growing education center.
Fort Bend County Sheriff's Office Celebrates Promotions and Awards
The Fort Bend County Sheriff's Office recognized the men and women within the department for their commitment to public safety.
White House Initiative on Historically Black Colleges and Universities Names 2023 HBCU Scholars
The White House Initiative on Advancing Educational Equity, Excellence, and Economic Opportunity through Historically Black Colleges and Universities announces its ninth cohort of HBCU Scholars, recognizing 102 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students from 29 different states and countries for their accomplishments in academics, leadership, civic engagement and much more. The 2023 HBCU scholars are the largest cohort since the inception of this recognition program in 2014 and represent a record number of institutions, with the HBCU participation rate now over 70 percent.
League-Leading Astros Celebrate Legends Weekend During Upcoming Homestand
Astros take on Arizona Diamondbacks, Oakland A’s and Washington Nationals in eight-game homestand
The Houston Astros return home tomorrow to take on the Arizona Diamondbacks (August 16-17) and continue the homestand against the Oakland A’s (August 18-20) and Washington Nationals (August 22-24). With just 42 games remaining in the regular season, Houston leads the AL West Division by 11.5 games and the American League over the Boston Red Sox by 5.0 games. The Astros also lead the Majors in runs, hits, doubles, batting average, on-base percentage, slugging percentage and OPS, owning one of the most potent offenses in franchise and MLB history.
Robbins Brothers, The Engagement Ring Store Reveals Valentine’s Day Trends for 2018 with Recent Survey
In honor of February being the month of love, national jeweler, Robbins Brothers, The Engagement Ring Store conducted an online survey to showcase this year’s top Valentine’s Day planning and spending trends. With Valentine’s Day being one of the most lovesome days of the year, Robbins Brothers was able to identify trends amongst men and women when it comes to celebrating the romantic holiday.
U.S. Northern Command Leading Military Support to COVID-19 Response
U.S. Northern Command, in support of the Federal Emergency Management Agency, is leading the Department of Defense’s response to COVID-19 efforts in the continental United States.
Mayor Turner Police ReformTask Force Members
The 45-Houstonians Named to the Mayor Sylvester Turner Police Reform Task Force
Chair – Laurence “Larry” Payne Director of Strategic Partnerships, Civic Engagement and Critical Conversations for the Houston Public Librar
Rice engineers: Make wastewater drinkable again
Model shows recycling could dramatically slash cities’ need for fresh water resources
Delivering water to city dwellers can become far more efficient, according to Rice University researchers who say it should involve a healthy level of recycled wastewater.
Florida Memorial University appoints a New Interim President
Dr. Jaffus Hardrick takes the helm at south Florida’s only HBCU
The Board of Trustees of Florida Memorial University (FMU) has announced the appointment of Dr. Jaffus Hardrick to serve as the University’s Interim President. Dr. Hardrick will replace Dr. Castell V. Bryant, who had served in the position. Dr. Hardrick begins his tenure on July 16, 2018.
New National Poll Finds Consumers Still Want Financial Regulation
A decade ago, the entire nation suffered through a financial crisis that led to the brink of a global financial collapse. While Wall Street reckoned with its risky practices, America’s families suffered lost wealth of nearly $2 trillion, half of it coming from communities of color who were targeted for high-cost and unsustainable mortgages.
The Consulate General of Mexico in Houston, the Mexican Tourism Board and Serrano Gallery are pleased to present “THE FIFTH ELEMENT”
The Consulate General of Mexico in Houston, the Mexican Tourism Board and Serrano Gallery are pleased to present “THE FIFTH ELEMENT”
Joseph Benavidez Flyweight Title in Jeopardy?
San Antonio native Joseph Benavidez has been promised a UFC title shot. The trouble is, he doesn’t know who he’ll be facing or when they’ll be fighting.
Simplify Holiday Entertaining
Preparing side dishes can be time consuming. Save those precious minutes to enjoy the holidays by using refrigerated, never-frozen options like mashed potatoes, mashed sweet potatoes, baked apples and even macaroni and cheese that can be heated in the microwave and ready to serve in minutes.
Ahead of World AIDS Day 2017, (RED) Announces Its Total of $500 Million Raised for the Global Fund
Ahead of World AIDS Day 2017, (RED) – the AIDS organization founded by Bono and Bobby Shriver – announces it has delivered a total of $500 million to the Global Fund, to fund HIV/AIDS programs in sub-Saharan Africa. Since (RED)'s founding in 2006, the money raised through special events and campaigns led by more than 100 private sector partners, supporters and creative collaborators has benefited the lives of 110 million people through treatment, prevention, testing, counseling and care services.