5K for Father’s Day Giveaway with Majic 102.1 honors five local fathers with $1,000 each On the heels of Mostyn Law’s third annual 5K for Mother’s Day giveaway in May, Mostyn Law and 1800 TRUCKWRECK have once again gifted five Houston area fathers with $1,000 checks. During a month-long registration period, over 500 local fathers…
Summer fun is right around the corner, and boating is the perfect addition to your bucket list. No boat? No problem. There are plenty of ways to get on the water and enjoy the unique adventures only boating provides, in addition to its many wellness benefits. Studies show being on the water boosts creativity, happiness,…
No matter your exact role in an organization, especially in small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), workdays can be stressful. For IT professionals at resource-constrained SMEs, every day brings new challenges and new stressors. You probably have a plan for everything – what to do if a server goes down, how to make sure employees have…
Black Knight is a data and analytics company that drives innovation in the mortgage lending and servicing in real estate industries. The data and analytics division of Black Knight, Inc. (NYSE: BKI) released its latest Mortgage Monitor report, based on the company’s industry-leading mortgage, real estate and public records data sets. A modest rise in…
Throughout the past year, you may have heard about plasma in terms of its potential use in treating COVID-19. However, for more than 80 years, plasma has been a lifeline for thousands of people who live with rare and chronic complex conditions. Plasma donations are critical in helping save lives because they are used to…
Hey d-mars readers! Our May issue highlighted a beginners guide for men curious about transitioning their diet to that of a vegan lifestyle. In honor of Men’s Health Month (June), here’s a recap to get you up to speed: Vegetarian diets are often lower in saturated fat and cholesterol, which can lower the risk of…
Venous insufficiency, also known as vein disease, occurs when the veins stretch and allow blood to flow backward. This common condition manifests as visible veins, varicose veins, and swelling, accompanied by symptoms such as itching, burning, heaviness, cramping, and pain in the legs. The five main risk factors for vein disease are genetics, weight, age,…
Since January 2023, the number of women in the United States with a history of invasive breast cancer is estimated to be 3.1 million and is expected to increase by 12% to 4 million in 2024, according to the American Cancer Society. Breast cancer is highly treatable when caught at the early stages — there…
Tighten the purse strings. Balance the budget. Cut back. There are many ways to say it, but the current economy has millions of Americans doing the same thing: struggling to make ends meet. Wouldn’t it be nice to alleviate the financial pressure? For some people, this means asking for help. Four in 10 people have…
More Americans are retiring earlier than previous generations. According to a survey by the Federal Reserve Bank, their odds of retiring before age 62 rose to roughly 50% in July 2021, partly due to the pandemic. For many, moving up their retirement seemed like the right choice given the state of the labor market and…
Houston City Council approves agreement allowing Houston Airports to develop a 2-acre site into an aeronautical hub to be used by Texas Southern University Houston Airports continues to invest in aviation by supporting the next generation of aeronautical professionals with an innovative learning environment. On Wednesday, May 3, 2023, Houston City Council gave final approval…
More than half of American families used scholarships to pay for college last year. From merit-based to artistic-focused, there are a variety of awards available. High school senior Grace Vaughn of Trinity, Florida, knows how to successfully secure a college scholarship. After winning the $10,000 dress grand prize in Duck brand’s Stuck at Prom Scholarship…
Texas Southern University today announced it has established a new scholarship program, The Milton Carroll Scholarship Fund presented by CenterPoint Energy, in recognition of former CenterPoint Energy Board chairman and former TSU Board of Regents chairman, Milton Carroll. The program, which includes a $500,000 endowed scholarship and $150,000 in general scholarships for immediate student needs,…
Home organizing is more than a trend; it’s a lifestyle. From streaming shows demonstrating how to color-code your pantry to magazines offering tips to unclutter quickly and even a litany of organization products, there’s an abundance of information in the world of home organization. Yet, despite all this great content, younger generations still struggle with…
For anyone seeking a career that’s in demand and offers a wide variety of positions, the skilled trades and construction should be at the top of your list. Whether you’re interested in construction, architecture and design, technology, finance, business administration, sales or HR, the array of jobs available in the field may help you find…
For those who are in hospice, recovering from an injury or illness, or who have long-term disabilities, home healthcare can be an ideal solution. It delivers cost-effective, high-quality care in the setting where patients most often want to be — home. Unfortunately, access to this important service varies by region, with shortages in rural areas,…
Liquidity is the “it” financial term of the moment as businesses brace for a potential slowdown. Without sufficient cash or the ability to borrow funds quickly, many companies could face tough business decisions and struggle to cover costs or seize growth opportunities. Banks are now in a situation where they need to keep more cash…
Old Folks Saying “It ain’t what they call you, it’s what you answer to!” People not committed to understanding you can still look at you poorly no matter how “good” you believe yourself to be. Don’t let the words of others dictate the parts of you that are substantial and seen as valuable to others….
The Black List, a company providing an annual survey of Hollywood executives’ favorite unproduced screenplays, and the GM Incubator Fund today announced the launch of the Writer-Driven Shorts Program, which will provide two emerging diverse filmmakers with a $100,000 grant toward production funds to shoot a short film based on feature scripts. The short films…
During the 1960s, the women’s liberation movement’s platform was based on the equal rights and opportunities and greater personal freedom for women. It is widely recognized as part of the “second wave” of feminism. The late Melba St. Andrews-Prevot, a Southern Alum, spent nearly a decade as a chemical engineer Exxon Mobil (70s), Teach for…
