ISSUE 183
November 2022
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What the Hack: 3 Tips To Keep You Safe Online
Your digital accounts and online activities may make your life easier and perhaps even more enjoyable, but did you know every time you log in, it’s a chance for cybercriminals to hack your information and exploit it in numerous ways? Hacking threats are constant. According to research from the University of Maryland, cyber attacks happen…
The Greasy Spoon Soulfood Bistro Pearland Hosts Their First Annual Gospel Brunch & Fall Festival
Houston, TX– Coined one of Houston’s Top 10 Tastiest Soul food restaurants by Houstonia Magazine, The Greasy Spoon Soulfood Bistro (TGS) is excited to announce their 1st annual Gospel Brunch and Fall Festival in conjunction with Praise 92.1 FM. TGS is inviting Pearland, Houston, and families from all surrounding communities for a free, fun, family friendly…
Department of Education Seeking Loan Forgiveness Applications by November 15
Following President Joe Biden’s announcement canceling student loan debt of up to $20,000 for specific borrowers, the U.S. Department of Education said applications for relief under the plan should be submitted by Nov. 15. Department officials said they’ve made the application process simple, and if borrowers fail to apply by Nov. 15, they’d still have…
Third Ward Community Cloth Cooperative: An Evening Honoring Distinguished Public and Community Servants!
Third Ward Community Cloth 30th Anniversary Celebration Honors Distinguished Public and Community Servants For three decades, The Third Ward Community Cloth (the Cloth) has served a vital role in extending the outreach of community organizations, agencies, churches, schools, and businesses, that provide life-enhancing services, programs and resources for Third Ward children, youth, and families. As the Cloth’s outreach has grown to include…
The 9th Annual Top 30 Influential Women of Houston Awards Honors a Beautiful Spirit of Boldness Bettering Our Community
The 2022 Top 30 Influential Women of Houston Honors a Dynamic and Determined Sisterhood Driven to Make a Difference The d-mars.com 9th Annual Top 30 Influential Women of Houston Awards continues to pay tribute to a distinguished sisterhood of women around Houston and the nation who are dynamic and driven to make a difference in…
Denny’s Joins “Pathways” Program To Support Black Franchise Ownership
Recently, Denny’s announced its commitment to the Pathways to Black Franchise Ownership program created by the Multicultural Foodservice & Hospitality Alliance (MFHA). Denny’s and MFHA have enjoyed a successful 25-year alliance and, as a new Pathways to Black Franchise Ownership partner, Denny’s will help MFHA reach its goal of creating 100 Black-owned franchises by 2023….
OP-ED: Diversifying American Media Ownership Must Become a National Priority
By Jim Winston and Dr. Benjamin F. Chavis Jr. Thus far, 2022 has been a year of multiple socioeconomic and political challenges for all Americans across the nation. Yet for African Americans and other communities of color, this year represents both challenges and opportunities from a business ownership perspective. In particular, for Black-owned media businesses,…
Fort Bend County, We Have Something To Celebrate! Inaugural Law Enforcement and Community Champions Awards Gala and Fundraiser
The Fort Bend County Sheriff’s Foundation recently hosted their Inaugural Law Enforcement and Community Champions Awards Gala and Fundraiser. This Black-Tie event highlighted and awarded members of Fort Bend’s Law Enforcement community in the categories of Rookie of the Year, Investigator of the Year, Deputy Dhaliwal Community Relations Officer of the Year, Supervisor of the…
Understanding the Real Estate Counteroffer
By Contributing Writer Marla Lewis, President of the Houston Black Real Estate Association Many real estate transactions would never come to pass if not for counteroffers. Sure, some deals get done with an acceptance of the original offer, but the fact is that many offers to buy are met with a counteroffer – even when…
A Key Cause of Data Loss – And How To Protect Yourself
Computer crashes. Cyber attacks. Viruses. Theft. Power outages. There are so many ways you can lose the precious data stored on your computer. But the greatest threat of all? You. “Human error is one of the main causes of data loss,” says Brian Pridgeon, Director of Product Marketing, Western Digital. “It could be as simple…
Sam Mac Entertainment and Mike Taylor Host a Party With a Purpose on September 3rd
We all have attended parties, but have you had the Sam Ford aka “Sam Mac” and Mike Taylor aka “Mike T.” experience? Known for sophistication and first-class events, this duo has not only set the standard for first-rate events but raised the bar. What they contribute to this industry is more than bringing people together…
NFL Partners with Contract with Black America to Strengthen Economic Equality
The National Football League announced today its partnership with Contract with Black America Institute, an economic inclusion-focused initiative led by artist and entrepreneur O’Shea Jackson, also known as Ice Cube. The CWBA and NFL partnership enhances the NFL’s dedication to increasing economic equity and partnerships with Black-owned businesses. The collaboration focuses on identifying League-wide opportunities…
Comerica’s Irvin Ashford Jr. Named A Most Influential Black Executive in Corporate America Listing
For the second time in three years, Comerica Bank Chief Community Officer Irvin Ashford Jr. has been named as one of Savoy’s Most Influential Black Executives, a definitive listing of African American executives, influencers, and achievers impacting corporate America. “Weare proud to present the 2022 Most Influential Black Executives in Corporate America. We assembled an…
TSU’s Award-Winning KTSU 90.9FM “The Choice” Celebrates 50 Years
This year Texas Southern University’s (TSU) award-winning KTSU 90.9FM “The Choice” celebrates 50 years as a global radio platform that continues to leave its impactful footprint on and off the mic. KTSU recently kicked off the year-long celebration with its listeners and supporters, hosting their 50th Anniversary Backyard Party outside the KTSU station that was…
ISSUE 179
July 2022
New Research Sheds Light on How People Are Taking Civic Action
New research is offering insights into how the world can recover and rebuild from the pandemic, along with how individuals and organizations can address issues they care about in their communities. “Civic Life Today: The State of Global Civic Engagement,” which was commissioned by Points of Light and designed and executed by INFLUENCE|SG, studied attitudes…
HBCUs, Industry Partners Launch Initiative to Diversify and Strengthen Cybersecurity Workforce
To address the urgent cybersecurity talent needs in the U.S., Advancing Minorities’ Interest in Engineering (AMIE) announced a new collaboration to support cybersecurity education at Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). Together with industry partners Abbott, Microsoft, and Raytheon Technologies, the HBCU Cybersecurity Industry Collaboration Initiative Pilot aims to build curriculum capacity within HBCU engineering…
Everything You Need to Know About Funding College With Student Loans
While the majority of parents today strongly value higher education, that doesn’t always alleviate their sticker shock when it comes to college-related costs. A new College Ave survey finds that 91% of parents believe a college degree is important for their child’s future. At the same time, 74% of parents found the cost of college…
Is It Time to Break Up With Your Internet Service Provider?
Surprise fees, contracts, price hikes – it’s no wonder that broadband customers are the least satisfied customers in America according to the American Consumer Satisfaction Index. But having reliable and affordable internet access is no longer a luxury. Today, the home internet is essential for everyday activities, like connecting us to our classrooms, workplaces, healthcare…