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Houston Tackles Prescription Drug Addiction Amongst Teens with Interactive Online Safety Program
On Tuesday, November 27 from 8:30 a.m. to 10 a.m., Kroger executives and community leaders will launch the Prescription Drug Safety program, an innovative digital course about prescription drug abuse prevention. Taking place at Madison High School (13719 White Heather Drive Houston, TX 77045), the event will introduce an online drug misuse awareness program, which was developed by leading education technology company EVERFI.
Day By Day Shares 365 Messages Of Positivity
Life isn't about the destination. It's about the journey. And with daily doses of affirmation, the journey can be infinitely more fulfilling and transformative.
“A Conversation with Harry Belafonte” Kicks Off Brilliant Lecture Series’ 2017 Season
Celebrated Entertainer and Activist Appears February 23 in Cullen Theater at Wortham Center
Harry Belafonte, who championed social equality and brought global awareness to the plight of the African people, has accepted an invitation from the Brilliant Lecture Series and Scott Brogan, its Founding Director, to appear in Houston. The ground-breaking artist, humanitarian and activist will appear on Thursday, February 23, 2017 in an interview-style setting in Cullen Theater, presented by HEB.
Studying in South Africa and learning who I am
I was born in Moca, a small city in the Dominican Republic, and today I am a 21-year-old junior at Mercy College, in New Jersey. Thanks to the Frederick Douglass Global Fellowship, I studied In South Africa last summer, and it was a transformational experience for me. For the very first time, I learned about myself, who I am as a person. Here is my story:
Migrant Children Moved From Border Patrol Facility After Reports of Unsafe Conditions
Hundreds of children have been moved from a Border Patrol facility near El Paso after reports surfaced that they spent nearly a month living with substandard food, water and sanitation.
Dr. Heavenly Kimes Presented The Official Grand Opening For Smiles By Dr.Heavenly
On Saturday, August 12, 2017, Star of Bravo’s Married To Medicine and Leading Atlanta Dentist Dr. Heavenly Kimes hosted the official grand opening for her new dental practice, Smiles By Dr.Heavenly at its new location in Duluth, GA. Preceded by a private Medical Meet & Greet , inviting doctors only, on Wednesday, August 9th, the two "private" grand openings were attended by Atlanta’s elite including Dr. Damon Kimes (Married to Medicine), Dr. Jackie Walters (Married to Medicine), Quad Webb-Lunceford (Married to Medicine), Toya Bush-Harris (Married to Medicine), Dr. Eugene Harris (Married to Medicine), Sasha The Diva (Kiss 104.1 Radio Personality), Towanda Braxton (The Braxton Family Values) and more. Sponsored by Collette Caters, Jaxon’s Pastries, Sweetshots Cupcakes, and Bomade Vodka, the event was covered by Atlanta’s premiere media outlets including The Atlanta Journal Constitution, Kontrol Magazine, Freddy O, IMPACT Magazine, Africa TV One , World Star Hit Radio, many more.
STEM Global Action Partners with US Embassy, Projekt Inspire to Bring STEM Education to Under-Resourced Children in Tanzania
Children in Tanzania are benefiting this summer from a partnership with STEM Global Action (SGA), which is providing teacher-training, science kits, and other resources to support a series of activities that are advancing science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) knowledge in the African country.
Author Sam Brown Offers Safe Dining Options for the Houston Area During the Pandemic
With state and local governments adjusting to the reality of measured reopening and social distancing, Sam Brown, author of Unique Eats and Eateries of Houston, has put together a number of safe and socially conscious places to eat from the book.
Airbnb Catches Heat Over Former Slave Cabins Being Advertised As Rentals
Airbnb has grown exponentially since first launching back in the late-2000s as a literal air mattress in the founders’ living room, now operating as a global entity that’s become preferred over hotel stays and the traditional bed and breakfast. Well, for the most part anyway.
Moody Gardens Offers New Years Celebrations for Families Couples and Even a Special Roaring 20s Party
Ring in the New Year at Moody Gardens with several different options for celebration. Whether it’s a special date night, couple’s retreat, or a family getaway that includes the kids, there are options for every occasion. Visitors can choose a fun-filled family night and hotel package at New Year’s Eve Palooza, a cruise aboard the Colonel Paddlewheel Boat that ends with a champagne toast at midnight or a night of entertainment and dancing at the Roaring Twenties New Year’s Eve Celebration in Shearn’s Lounge on the 9th floor of the hotel.
Levy Park Conservancy to Host Healthy Bites to Save Lives with Famed Chef and Author Rocco DiSpirito on Oct. 21
Individuals and families encouraged to attend this free festival at Levy Park
The Levy Park Conservancy (LPC) presents Healthy Bites to Save Lives, a festival headlined by award-winning chef, author and lifestyle crusader Rocco DiSpirito and featuring Houston-area celebrities, chefs and experts to “Celebrate All that is Houston” on Oct. 21 from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. The public is invited to this free event at Levy Park, 3801 Eastside St., which is sponsored by Dr. Mehmet Oz’s HealthCorps.org and will raise funds to assist students in Texas who have been impacted by Hurricane Harvey.
Southern California Mudslides: Hundreds Still Await Rescue; 15 Dead
A day after mudslides crushed several Southern California homes and left at least 15 people dead, rescuers faced a difficult task Wednesday as hundreds of people remain cut off by debris in one neighborhood and others are still missing, officials said.
David Weekley Homes Collects Thousands of Meals, Donations During Annual Food Drive
More than 12,000 people locally – and 60,000 nationwide – in need received a hearty meal to celebrate the Thanksgiving holiday through the partnership of David Weekley Homes and 18 charities across the U.S. In Houston, Weekley joined with Houston Food Bank, a nonprofit organization that provides nutritious meals to food pantries, soup kitchens, senior centers and other agencies in 18 southeast Texas counties.
Lexus RC F GT3s To Compete at Season-Finale Petit Le Mans
3GT Racing Drivers Ready for 10-Hour Endurance Event at Road America
Lexus and 3GT Racing will close out their first season racing the Lexus RC F GT3 in the GTD class of the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship at Road Atlanta in the 10-hour Motul Petit Le Mans on Saturday.
Graham: 'The war is headed to Africa'
Americans should anticipate more military operations in Africa as the war on terrorism continues to morph, Sen. Lindsey Graham warned Friday. "This war is getting hot in places that it's been cool, and we've got to go where the enemy takes us," Graham told reporters on Capitol Hill.
Russo's New York Pizzeria & Italian Kitchen Launches Innovative New Restaurant, Olio & Farina in Tomball
Pizza Tasting Concept Offers Hand-Crafted Pizzas Inspired by the Iconic Flavors of the World
Anthony Russo, Russo’s New York Pizzeria & Italian Kitchen Founder and CEO has launched Olio & Farina, a pizza tasting concept restaurant in Spring / Tomball just South of The Woodlands” .
Harriet Tubman Goes To Congress
Gwendolyn Briley-Strand, world-renowned actress, outside of Senator Tom Carper Office (D-DE) in Washington, D.C.
In commemoration of Harriet Tubman Day on March 10, internationally renowned actress, Gwendolyn Briley-Strand, brought Harriet Tubman to the Halls of Congress, and she brought some passengers with her. Local 1-2 of Utility Workers Union of America, AFL-CIO, Worcester County NAACP Branch, and HR 1242 Resilience Project were present to encourage Congress to introduce legislation to rename Virginia Inside Passage to the Harriet Tubman Waterway.
Ayesha Curry Opening "International Smoke" BBQ Restaurant
Ayesha Curry opening new BBQ spot in San Fran.
Celis Brewery Releases Its First Beers in Cans with Celis
Celis Brewery is now distributing Celis White, the legendary witbier created by Pierre Celis in 1965, packaged in aluminum cans for the first time. Celis White, made with the original Celis recipe and passion for quality, is fully portable just in time for spring and summer outdoor activities.
Physician reassures sufferers of chronic COVID symptoms that relief is possible
Your system may just need a reboot. Here are some things to try.
Loss or distorted sense of taste and/or smell. Brain fog. Tinnitus. Fatigue. Digestive issues. For millions of COVID survivors, some of the most life-disrupting symptoms didn’t go away after they tested negative. Worse, many are told by their doctors that they’ll never fully recover. However, physician Robert Groysman, MD reassures these COVID long-haulers (AKA long COVID) there are treatments available that are effective 70 to 80 percent of the time, or more.