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The Shaping of the Dream
World-Renowned Scholar Gives Insight into MLK's Legacy
Clayborne Carson, the world-renowned and acclaimed Martin Luther King Jr. scholar and director of the King Papers Project, speaks at Westmont’s Mosher Center for Moral and Ethical Leadership luncheon on Friday, Nov. 4, from 12-1:30 p.m. in the Simmons Center of Westmont’s Global Leadership Center. Carson will present “The Lives and Shared Legacy of Coretta Scott and Martin Luther King Jr.” A limited number of tickets, which cost $50 per person, are available for purchase at westmont.edu/mosher-event.
National Black Business Chamber champion Harry C. Alford dies
It is with great sadness that our Warrior Leader and President/CEO and Co-Founder of the National Black Chamber of Commerce (NBCC), Harry C. Alford, transitioned Monday, December 6, in Washington, DC. He was preceded in death by his wife, Kay DeBow, Vice President and Co-Founder of the National Black Chamber five months ago.
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.® Alpha Xi Omega Chapter Combated Book Bans with Donations
Sorority members said books by and for African Americans had to be included. So, Alpha Xi Omega Chapter would purchase books!
High School State Honoree: Zane Magee Nominated by Montgomery High School in Montgomery
Zane Magee, 17, of Montgomery and Caroline Wells, 14, of Tyler today were named Texas' top two youth volunteers of 2018 by The Prudential Spirit of Community Awards, a nationwide program honoring young people for outstanding acts of volunteerism. As State Honorees, Zane and Caroline each will receive $1,000, an engraved silver medallion and an all-expense-paid trip in late April to Washington, D.C., where they will join the top two honorees from each of the other states and the District of Columbia for four days of national recognition events. During the trip, 10 students will be named America’s top youth volunteers of 2018.
Panama City Beach: the 18 Best Events to Experience in 2018
With more exciting events planned for 2018 than ever before, Panama City Beach lives up to its reputation as a Real. Fun. Beach. year-round. Offering much more than 27 miles of award-winning beaches, there’s always something for locals and visitors of all ages to see and do at this picturesque coastal community. 2018 will mark the debut of the SandJam Music Festival which will bring a whole new crowd to the beach to experience headline musical acts from the destination’s sugar white, sandy shores. Also, returning for its second year is the award-winning UNwineD festival, bringing some of the South’s best chefs, mixologists and tastemakers to Aaron Bessant Park.
Why are all the ambulances and firetrucks there?
I couldn’t imagine exactly why the question made me ponder. My body had left from night one of Astroworld Festival, feet and legs tired from walking a mile from the festival grounds back to my car.
Top Spring Break Destinations Around the World
Whether it signifies a hiatus from work or school, spring break is always a welcome notion and a great time for families, couples, friends and more to travel. From traditional tropical Mexican vacations to coolcation travel experiences in Norway, please see the below round up of locations ideal for Spring Break 2024.
HPD: Body Found Behind NW Houston Catholic School
Houston Police are investigating after a body was found near bleachers behind a northwest side Catholic church and school.
PVAMU Volleyball team among the teams featured on ESPNU’s “HBCU Day” on Saturday, May 23
The Undefeated all-day programming to celebrate the thrill of the HBCU Game experience.”
On Saturday, May 23, 20202, The Undefeated continues its celebration of the Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) with its #UndefeatedHBCUDay.
Volleyball scrimmage set for Saturday
TSU first-year volleyball coach Alexis Austin will lead her team through an intra-squad "maroon and gray" scrimmage on Saturday, August 20, in the Student Recreation Center.
Congressman Al Green Receives Information About Houston Mail Delivery
On Tuesday, January 23, 2024, Congressman Al Green released the following statement:
METRORail Green Line Completion and Harrisburg Overpass Opening Community Celebration
East End neighbors and community stakeholders are invited to enjoy a free afternoon of fellowship, music and local barbecue to commemorate the completion of the final stops of the METRORail Green Line and opening of the Harrisburg Overpass. Regular service along the line, stretching from Magnolia Park Transit Center in the East End to downtown's Theater District Station, began last week. Building the overpass allowed METRO to add two additional stops along the Green Line that first began operations in May 2015.
Apple Reportedly Developing iPhone Graphics Chips In House
Imagination Technologies, which has been making graphics processors for Apple, saw its share price fall nearly 70 percent after the tech giant cut ties.
Montana Fishburne Charged With DUI
Montana Fishburne, Laurence Fishburne‘s 25-year-old wayward daughter and former porn actress, was busted by police in South Florida. The arrest happened near her home, according to the Daily Mail.
Teneshia Hudspeth Announces Bid for Harris County Clerk
Chief Deputy Harris County Clerk Teneshia Hudspeth announced today she is seeking the Democratic nomination for Harris County Clerk. Voters will choose the next Harris County Clerk in the November General Election.
Temporary Closure of All Fort Bend County Testing Sites Due to Anticipated Inclement Weather From: "Patel, Taral" <Taral.Patel@fortbendcoun
Fort Bend County Judge KP George announced the closure of all County Covid-19 testing sites for the rest of today, Friday, May 15th & tomorrow, Saturday, May 16, 2020 due to the anticipated upcoming inclement weather.
"Kids & Christmas" Pops Concert
Saturday, December 21, 5:00pm Alice Pratt Brown Hall, Rice University
The Houston Children’s Chorus presents this annual family concert of holiday favorites accompanied by orchestra in the beautiful setting of Stude Concert Hall.
Got Soulfood? Come On Down To House District 146!
Business of the Week!
This week Representative Shawn Thierry officially launched her "Business of the Week" program for District 146! Rep. Thierry believes that small businesses are the economic engines of our communities. If you own a small business in House District 146, or know of one that you would like to nominate, please call Rep. Thierry at (713) 667-4146, or email us at thierryfortexas@gmail.com.
Grammy Award-Winning Vocalist Leslie Lugo Headlines University of Houston-Downtown’s Kickoff for Hispanic Heritage Month
University of Houston-Downtown’s (UHD) Marilyn Davies College of Business (MDCOB) kicks off a month of events celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month with a program highlighting the business school’s partnerships with influential Latino business associations followed by a performance by Grammy Award-winning singer Leslie Lugo.
Young Shreveport rapper using platform to bring attention to senseless violence
An 11-year-old is using his rap skills to speak out about the violence overtaking over Shreveport. Ray Da Yungin is using his growing platform to reach the masses. The rapper is using music to show other young people the impact of violence. He calls himself a kid influencer and he's determined to use his voice for good. He says the violence here in Shreveport is just hitting too close to home and after losing two friends tragically he put all his hurt into his music.