The Texas Department of Motor Vehicles (TxDMV) is helping consumers fight back against rogue moving companies as many families complete their moves before the new school year begins. TxDMV urges Texans to protect themselves from hiring unscrupulous movers. All Texas movers are required to be licensed with TxDMV. If you hire one that is not,…
If Black lives matter, then Black wealth should certainly matter, too. That’s the motto that Eugene Mitchell, a corporate vice president and market manager in the African-American Market Unit for the New York Life Insurance Company, often shares. Since 2011, Mitchell has been on a mission to create wealth—$50 billion to be exact—in the Black…
Across the U.S., the housing market is picking up pace moving into the peak of the summer home buying season. In city after city, home prices are on the rise, up 2.3 percent on average between April 2017 and 2018, according to the RE/MAX April 2018 National Housing Report. And there are fewer houses on…
Everyone has had that moment when fun in the sun turns into a struggle to stay cool. And when that happens, all you want to do is get out of the heat as fast as possible. Sometimes, however, that is easier said than done, and if you’ve ever found yourself in extreme heat for a…
Whether you’re new to a city and are getting on your feet, or you don’t want the commitment of a longtime lease or loan, there are countless ways to put some dough in your pocket without the need to purchase a car. Working with a flexible schedule doesn’t necessarily mean that you need to be…
Approximately 55 million students in the U.S. will head back to class soon. From dealing with first-day jitters to shopping for school supplies, it’s an exciting and chaotic time. Reports show a correlation, however, between the start of school and student performance — early positive school experience leads to better emotional well-being and academic achievement….
Gladys House is a woman on a mission. Her business is floor covering, her mission is equity in contracting on the local, state and federal level. She started Carpet Depot Affordable Carpets, LLC with the expectation that she could be a success in her industry. 18 years later, after she decided to leave the construction…
You’re 10 years or less away from retirement. You can clearly see the next phase of your life down the road and it’s coming up fast. Are you ready for it? Do you have a comprehensive plan in place so you don’t outlive your savings? If you’re not as prepared for retirement as you should…
What drives someone to take the risk and start their own business? In many cases, it’s the knowledge that they can offer a great product or introduce new solutions to old problems. Passion and determination put entrepreneurs at the forefront of innovation. What’s remarkable about so many small and medium-sized businesses today is that it’s…
By: d-mars.com News Provider Whether you’re new to a city and are getting on your feet, or you don’t want the commitment of a longtime lease or loan, there are countless ways to put some dough in your pocket without the need to purchase a car. Working with a flexible schedule doesn’t necessarily mean that…
By: d-mars.com News Provider You’re 10 years or less away from retirement. You can clearly see the next phase of your life down the road and it’s coming up fast. Are you ready for it? Do you have a comprehensive plan in place so you don’t outlive your savings? If you’re not as prepared for…
McDonald’s brought Zonnique to Houston for a surprise meet & greet at Texas Southern University on Thursday. A group of fifty students were treated to lunch, and caught by surprise when R&B star Zonnique arrived for photos and fun! On Thursday, July 19, McDonald’s celebrated McDelivery Day by giving away free items from their Throwback Collection—a 90s-inspired…
The Hobby Center For The Performing Arts rolled out the red carpet for The 2nd Annual Chauncy Glover Project (CGP) Gala Houston on Friday June 22, 2018. Chauncy Glover, his gents and young gents wanted to express to the world that “There Is A King In Me.” VIP guest and honorees, such as School Board…
Angela Harris-Cannizzo is the owner La Lydia Gift 2 Give and its latest offering, the urban flower and plant shop on two wheels: Petals on Bikes (POB). POB uses eco-friendly pedal power to bring fresh flowers, succulents, and houseplants to urban dwellers in downtown and EaDo Houston. “Everyone also knows how crazy Houston traffic is,”…
Houston Area Urban League 50th Anniversary Equal Opportunity Gala was recently held at the Hilton Americas. There were 1,000 guests who joined gala co-chairs John Mingé, Calvin C. Guidry and honorary chair Mayor Sylvester Turner at the Houston Area Urban League’s annual Equal Opportunity Day Gala – “Honoring Our Past … Impacting Our Present…Shaping Our…
by Shelondra Peavey Dreamers, thinkers, believers, doers – all of these are the types of people who are likely to achieve greatness at some point or another in their lives. Pursuit, perseverance, determination, endurance, intense focus, and a sense of purpose – all of these are the types of attributes that aid those people in…
As Hurricane Season approaches, Kroger releases details on grocery, pharmaceutical and fuel options to maintain the Houston community’s health and safety As Hurricane Season begins, Kroger is reminding Houstonians that they can be active in ensuring their own safety and security by planning ahead. Kroger stores throughout the community offer essential services and products…
We can’t think of much that beats a nice beach vacation. We’re good for at least one a year. We travel to Mexico quite a bit because of its proximity to Houston, the weather and the affordability. So we decided to check another city off of our Mexico travels – Playa del Carmen. Playa del…
HOUSTON LIVESTOCK SHOW AND RODEO™ SCHOLARS PRESENTED WITH $1.4 MILLION IN SCHOLARSHIPS DURING ANNUAL TEXAS FFA STATE CONVENTION — JULY 11, 2018 — HOUSTON — FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE — Seventy Texas FFA members were presented with $1.4 million in scholarships from the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo during the 90th Texas FFA State Convention in…
“International Broadway Dancer Creates Dance Champions” Misty Copeland, Lauren Anderson, Karina González and Arthur Mitchell are just a few who have broken racial barriers on the plié platform. But who among those of the next generation will continue the advancement of individuals of color in the world of dance? The Houston Dance Lab, aka “The…
