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Unvaccinated Service Members Describe Culture of Bullying and Coercion
U.S. Air Force Officers Say Military’s COVID Vaccine Mandate Threatens National Security, Erodes Morale
U.S. Air Force officers revealed what it’s like for service members who refuse the COVID-19 vaccine—and how their treatment is leading to a “manpower crisis” in the military—on the May 6 episode of CHD.TV’s “Friday Roundtable.”
Dallas-Area High School Students Selected to Participate in Landmark 15th Year of Disney Dreamers Academy Program
The exclusive Walt Disney World Resort mentorship event that fosters the dreams of Black students and teens from underrepresented communities plans to return in March with reimagined programming and a
Disney Dreamers Academy, an educational mentorship program created and hosted by Walt Disney World Resort, plans to return with a reimagined approach, March 3-6, marking its 15th year of broadening career awareness and creating exclusive opportunities for Black students and teens from underrepresented communities across America. Four Dallas-area teens will be part of the 100 high school students to participate in the exclusive program’s Class of 2022. They are:
The Jackie Robinson Museum to Open Its Doors July 26
A Media-Rich Space in Lower Manhattan Will Celebrate Robinson’s Life and Promote Dialogue on Race Relations and Other Social Issues
75 years after Jackie Robinson made his debut with the Brooklyn Dodgers, the Jackie Robinson Foundation (JRF) will open the doors to a museum in his honor Tuesday, July 26. Located at 75 Varick Street in Lower Manhattan, the nearly 20,000 square-foot space will honor the life and legacy of an American hero who very publicly broke the color barrier in Major League Baseball and played an active and equally pioneering role in the Civil Rights Movement of the last century.
Univar Solutions Publishes 2021 Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Report
Company achieves public sustainability goals launched in 2017
Details progress toward ESG goals to 2025 and beyond, including key emissions targets to drive the Company's journey to a net-zero carbon future
Guy Burrows, M.D., Board-Certified Neurologist and Peripheral Nerve Specialist, Unveils Clinical Center Dedicated to Neuromuscular and Autoimmune Disorders
Burrows Muscle and Nerve Center Offers Thorough Evaluations, Personalized, Compassionate Clinical Care and Infused Biologic Therapies
Guy Burrows, M.D., a leading Houston-based, board-certified neurologist, announced the opening of a clinical center solely dedicated to treating those with peripheral nerve conditions and neuromuscular disorders.
Society for the Performing Arts Presents: Neil deGrasse Tyson: Astronomy Bizarre
Explore cosmic quandaries with astrophysicist and host of FOX’s Cosmos: A Spacetime Odyssey, Dr. Neil deGrasse Tyson
Society for the Performing Arts (SPA) welcomes the return of astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson, on Monday, January 17, 2022, 7:30 PM at Jones Hall. The theme of the evening’s program will be “Astronomy Bizarre.”
Clark Atlanta University Mother and Daughter Graduate in Same Day Commencement Ceremonies
Dr. Lorri Saddler and daughter Jaelyn Rice earned their degrees on the same day from the Atlanta HBCU
"We couldn't have planned an occasion as brilliant as Commencement 2020," said Dr. Saddler.
Harris County Gender Wage Gap Widens
UH Analysis Reveals ‘Double Gap’ for Women of Color
Even as the gender wage gap narrowed nationwide, the average pay disparity between men and women in Harris County widened, according to an analysis of the latest census data by the Institute for Research on Women, Gender & Sexuality (IRWGS) at the University of Houston. Factor in race and ethnicity, and the contrast is even more stark.
Hosea Helps Goes Back to the Basics for their 17th Annual ‘Back To School’ Jamboree Powered by Amazon
Hosea Helps return to their original giveaway layout providing supplies, services, and essentials to Atlanta’s youth and families for the upcoming academic school year.
Hosea Helps, Inc., continuing the legacy of the late Hosea Williams Sr., plans to celebrate the ending of a safe and fun summer with a grand sized education focused festival. Hosting their 17th Annual Back 2 School Jamboree on Saturday, July 15th, 2023, Hosea Helps returns to the Georgia International Convention Center 2000 Convention Center Concourse, College Park, GA 30337 from 11:00 am - 4:00 pm, and to their roots with services and activities for the children alongside its drive-through giveaway for Georgia’s families.
A New Era of Healthcare Begins at Newly Renovated Quentin Mease Health Center
A new era of healthcare begins this month at Harris Health Quentin Mease Health Center, a newly remodeled specialty facility in Third Ward. The facility, formerly a Harris Health community hospital with outpatient clinics, will house the relocation of HIV and infectious disease services from Harris Health Thomas Street Health Center and chronic dialysis care from Harris Health Riverside Dialysis Center.
Spotlight On Educator of the Year Nominees Herring, Eagleton
As Teacher Appreciation Month continues, Harris County Department of Education recognizes the exceptional, passionate dedication of its educators. This week, we highlight two teachers who were nominated as the 2022-2023 Teacher of the Year and Educational Aide of the Year.
Four More Houston Harmony Public Schools Get Added to the List of State Schools of Character
Four more schools from Harmony Public Schools Houston Districts have been named official Texas “State School(s) of Character” this week for its/their outstanding efforts in promoting cultures of character on campus and in the community.
Texans Back Easing State Restrictions on Marijuana
Hobby School Survey Reports Strong Support for Medical, Recreational Use
Texans overwhelmingly support proposals to ease state restrictions on both the medical and recreational use of marijuana, with 82% supportive of legislation that would legalize marijuana for a wide range of medical treatments.
Mary J. Blige to Receive Entertainment Icon Honor at 2024 "Urban One Honors"
Event Films on Saturday, January 20, at The Coca-Cola Roxy in Atlanta, GA
Today, Urban One announced that GRAMMY™ and EMMY Award-winning singer, OSCAR®-nominated actress and legendary Queen of Hip Hop Soul, Mary J. Blige, will be recognized as the prestigious Entertainment Icon Honoree at “URBAN ONE HONORS.” The two-hour “URBAN ONE HONORS: Best in Black” event premieres during Black History Month on Sunday, February 25, 2024 at 8p/7c, on TV One and simulcast on CLEO TV.
Jurassic World: The Exhibition Roars into Houston, Texas, opening March 8, 2024 for a Limited Engagement at Katy Mills
Pre-Sale Ticket Waitlist Now Open at Jurassicworldexhibition.com
The award-winning Jurassic World: The Exhibition set to open in Houston on March 8, 2024, has now become one of the fastest selling exhibitions in history since its launch, and has welcomed over 8 million visitors. After touring cities around the world including London, San Diego, Denver, Dallas, Chicago, Philadelphia, Paris, Madrid, Seoul, Chengdu, Guangzhou, Shanghai, Toronto, Atlanta, Sydney, Cologne and Berlin, this global sensation makes its return to Texas.
Winter Preparedness for People with Disabilities and Older Adults
Winter storms can often lead to: carbon monoxide poisoning related to power outages; hypothermia and frostbite; and mental health impacts.
Celebrities Give Back to Houston Small Businesses in Harvey Relief Effort
$10,000 Awarded to Small Business Owners Affected By Hurricane Harvey
In response to the Hurricane Harvey tragedy, the Texas Black Expo, a nonprofit organization, has partnered with Emmy Award-winning producer, entrepreneur and Houston native Rushion McDonald (“Steve Harvey,” “Family Feud,” “The Jamie Foxx Show”) to raise emergency micro-funding for small businesses affected by the storm.
Allstate and the Tom Joyner Foundation Support Black Colleges with Quotes for Education Program
Annual Quotes for Education Program Raises Scholarship Funds for Current and Future HBCU Students
Allstate Insurance Company and the Tom Joyner Foundation are kicking off its ninth year of supporting Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) and their students through the annual Quotes for Education (QFE) program. Allstate will donate up to $100,000 in scholarship funds to the Tom Joyner Foundation to assist students attending HBCUs.
Applications Now Open for Disney Dreamers Academy Class of 2018 at Walt Disney World Resort
One hundred high school students to be selected for exclusive, once-in-a-lifetime program taking place in March 2018
High school students nationwide can now apply at DisneyDreamersAcademy.com to be among 100 selected to participate in the 2018 Disney Dreamers Academy with Steve Harvey and ESSENCE, the innovative, outside-the-classroom, mentoring program that takes place in March at Walt Disney World Resort in Florida.
Astros Acquire LHP Liriano From Toronto
In exchange for outfielders Aoki, Hernandez
The Astros have acquired left-handed pitcher Francisco Liriano from the Toronto Blue Jays in exchange for outfielders Norichika Aoki and Teoscar Hernandez, General Manager Jeff Luhnow announced today. Liriano is scheduled to join the Astros in Houston on Tuesday.