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Celebrate Freedom Fest Happening at Houston’s Emancipation Park in Honor of Juneteenth
Join the Houston community in June for the official Juneteenth Celebration at Emancipation Park.
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The Links, Incorporated Black Family Wellness Expo
The Houston Area Cluster of The Links, Incorporated will hold the Black Wellness Expo on March 16, 2024, to reduce health and economic disparities and to save and improve lives in the Black community. This effort in the Greater Third Ward in Houston is aimed at addressing the top five medical conditions within the Catchment…
100 Black Men Providing Cancer Screenings, More with African American Coalition on Health
100 Black Men Metropolitan Houston Chapter (BMOH) is collaborating with the African American Coalition on Health again for the 100 Black Men Metropolitan Houston’s Black Vitamin event on Saturday, March 23 at 9 a.m.
Black Vitamin Men’s Health Event
100 Black Men Metropolitan Houston Chapter (BMOH) is collaborating with The African American Coalition on Health again for 100 Black Men Metropolitan Houston’s Black Vitamin event on Saturday, March 23 beginning at 9 a.m. and will be held at the Third Ward Multi-Purpose Center 3611 Ennis Street, Houston, Texas 77004. This signature event has been…
Houston Independent Filmmaker Courtney Glaudé ‘s Collaboration with Monique for BET’s The Reading Is Changing Education
Houston native, writer, filmmaker, director, and writer Courtney Glaudé was not expecting the success he received after his vision for the BET+ thriller, The Reading. The film, which stars actress and comedian, Mo’nique, has thrust the visionary into a well-deserved spotlight. Executive produced by Fox’s Empire, Lee Daniels, the film was released on BET+ on…
Celebrating the Grand Reopening of Eldorado Ballroom at Project Row Houses
On Thursday, March 30, the historic Eldorado Ballroom Grand Reopening and Unveiling was one for the history books, as Project Row Houses (PRH) rededicated the iconic venue to Anna and Clarence Dupree and the historic community it serves. The Eldorado was one of the nation’s most acclaimed live venues for Black musicians and audiences, and…
A Journey Through West Africa’s Cuisine: Join Chef Kavachi Ukegbo For the ‘Art Of FuFu’ 3-Day Interactive Experience
Nigerian chef, Kavachi Ukegbo is spreading the culture during Black History Month with her signature Art of FuFu dining experiences. The Art of Fufu is a signature outreach event that is designed to spread awareness of the rich heritage of West African cuisine. Each event will be curated by Kavachi and will be hosted in one of Houston’s…
A Journey Through West Africa’s Cuisine: Join Chef Kavachi Ukegbo For the ‘Art Of FuFu’ 3-Day Interactive Experience
Nigerian chef, Kavachi Ukegbo is spreading the culture during Black History Month with her signature Art of FuFu dining experiences. The Art of Fufu is a signature outreach event that is designed to spread awareness of the rich heritage of West African cuisine. Each event will be curated by Kavachi and will be hosted in one of Houston’s…
A Journey Through West Africa’s Cuisine: Join Chef Kavachi Ukegbo For the ‘Art Of FuFu’ 3-Day Interactive Experience
Nigerian chef, Kavachi Ukegbo is spreading the culture during Black History Month with her signature Art of FuFu dining experiences. The Art of Fufu is a signature outreach event that is designed to spread awareness of the rich heritage of West African cuisine. Each event will be curated by Kavachi and will be hosted in one of Houston’s…
For 150 Years Emancipation Park Continues To Preserve Our History and Strengthen Our Community
With the help of several women and community leaders, Emancipation Park was founded in 1872 by four formerly enslaved men: Reverend Jack Yates, Richard Allen, Richard Brock, and Reverend Elias Dibble. These men, along with members of the Third and Fourth Ward communities, gathered about $800 to purchase ten acres of land as a place…
TSU’s Ocean of Soul marching band performs at Wrestlemania 38
(Houston) April 4, 2022 – Texas Southern University’s Ocean of Soul brought the HBCU band experience to the international stage with a performance at WrestleMania 38. The marching band performed “Watch me Shine,” the theme song for WWE women’s wrestler Bianca Belair as she entered the arena during the first night of the two-night event at…
TSU Lauds a Legend: Rev. William a. Lawson
By d-mars.com News Provider Texas Southern University recently honored the life and legacy of Reverend William A. Lawson, a community trailblazer who helped transform TSU, the Third Ward, and countless lives as founding pastor of Wheeler Avenue Baptist Church. He and his family – including daughters Melanie, Roxanne, and Cheryl – as well as the…
Renowned Civil Rights Attorney Benjamin Crump to TSU Grads, “You Are Who Our Ancestors Dreamed About”
By d-mars.com News Provider On Saturday, May 8, 2021, world-renowned attorney, civil rights leader and author Benjamin Crump delivered the commencement address to 1,073 Texas Southern University’s students during the face-to-face and virtual event held at Alexander Durley Stadium. Attorney Crump is the founder and principal owner of Ben Crump Law and has established himself…
Toni johnson
2021 super p&e Toni Johnson’s creativity has made her an influencer and a trailblazer in the hair care industry. Toni’s humble beginnings started as a stylist over 20 years ago in a salon in Third Ward. As Toni mastered her craft, she transitioned to The Root of You Salon and Day Spa, an exclusive salon…
TSU News: TSU’s Center for Justice Research Congratulates Newly Appointed Chief Finner
The Center for Justice Research at Texas Southern University congratulates Executive Assistant Chief Troy Finner for his appointment as the city of Houston’s next Chief of Police. The Center for Justice Research welcomes the opportunity for future partnerships in reducing racial disparities and maintaining public safety across the Houston community. “Being located on the campus…
A Life Dedicated to Service and Achievement EARL LEWIS THOMAS
The fourth of seven children born to Jimmie and Mae Frances (Thomason) Thomas, Earl Lewis Thomas was born on Monday, October 4, 1948 in Greenville (Hunt County) Texas. Earl attended the Booker T. Washington Elementary School and George Washington Carver and Greenville High Schools, graduating in 1967. He was recruited with a scholarship by the…
Taking Action: Houston’s Response to the Life and Death of George Floyd – June, 2020
A Special Message from our President and CEO On May 25, 2020, George Floyd was murdered after being pinned on the ground under the knee of a Minneapolis police officer for 8 minutes and 46 seconds. His last words, “I can’t breathe,” have become an infamous mark throughout the protests that erupted across the world…
The Death that Sparked a Movement: Houstonians Discuss the Impact of George Floyd’s Death
George Floyd’s death was a wake-up call for me and others. This was a wake-up call because the people (the police), who are here to protect the citizens are doing the harm…
Huewitt named Interim President by Board of Regents Regent Albert Myres selected as Board Chair
The Texas Southern University Board of Regents unanimously named Kenneth Huewitt as the Interim President of Texas Southern University during its regular meeting held Thursday, April 16, via telephone conference call due to the coronavirus pandemic. “We are fortunate as a university to have someone with the skills and background of Mr. Huewitt during these…
James Harden Teams Up With Kroger to Feed Five Thousand Local Families in Underserved Communities
A weeks’ worth of groceries donated by Harden will be distributed to five thousand selected families over the next eight weeks. In response to the COVID-19 impact on Houston’s most vulnerable communities, Houston Rockets star James Harden has teamed up with Kroger to provide a weeks’ worth of groceries to six hundred families each week…