By: d-mars.com News Provider This simple and tasty recipe yields a generous portion of chicken that can be enjoyed for another meal. The classic BBQ seasoning blend is exceptional, and it’s a good idea to store some in an airtight container for future use, whether it’s for enhancing pulled pork or a salmon steak. The…
By: d-mars.com News Provider Harris County recently announced a collaboration with two former members of Destiny’s Child to develop 31 housing units for individuals facing homelessness in Houston. As reported by the Houston Chronicle, the Knowles-Rowland House aims to offer permanent assistance to its future residents. County records indicate that the housing project will include…
Sheldon Theragood is the author of the inspiring book, “Whatever It Takes, Walking Through God’s Purpose.” Sheldon is also a motivational speaker, youth mentor, police officer, and philanthropist. He is a native Houstonian who received his Bachelor of Arts in Communications from Texas Southern University and a Master of Arts in Counseling from Prairie View…
Fewer households throughout the Greater Houston area could afford to purchase the median-priced home in the first quarter of 2022, as home prices and mortgage interest rates climbed. Homebuyers in the Houston Area need 26.9 percent more income than they did a year ago to afford the median-priced home, according to the newly launched Houston…
2021 super p&e Adrian Collins is a sports and entertainment executive who currently serves as the director of operations at Harris County Sports & Convention Corporation (NRG Park) in Houston, Texas. He is also the principal of Adrian K. Collins & Associates LLC, a business development firm that specializes in helping small, medium, and large-sized…
2021 super p&e Jerry Sowells is a certified construction manager with over 20 years of successful construction management leadership experience serving clients in Houston and the surrounding areas. He holds a M.S. in civil engineering and is the president of Sowells Consulting Engineers, LLC and Sowells Engineers & Constructors, LLC. His project experience includes serving…
2021 TOP EDUCATOR Dr. Rodney E. Watson has led the Spring Independent School District since July 2014. The district serves more than 33,000 students in a diverse community approximately 20 miles north of downtown Houston, in an urban area of Harris County, Texas. Along with its 26 elementary schools, seven comprehensive middle schools and three…
2021 TRAILBLAZER Sheriff Eric Fagan, a 30 year Fort Bend County resident, was elected on November 3, 2020, as the Sheriff of Fort Bend County. On January 1, 2021, Fagan became the 43rd Sheriff of Fort Bend County, Texas, and the first African American to serve in the position since Reconstruction, 151 years ago. Sheriff…
2021 Super TRAILBLAZER Bishop Dr. James W.E. Dixon, II is an international, inspiring, and informative visionary leader who has built a life of empowerment predicated upon the tenet of “greater by grace through faith.” Through utilizing biblical principles, he has empowered leaders in ministry, business, education, and civic and political arenas to maximize their God-given…
2021 LIVING LEGEND On January 3, 2021, Congressman Al Green took the oath of office to serve the people of Texas’ 9th Congressional District and began his ninth term in the United States House of Representatives. As a veteran civil rights advocate, he has fought for those in society whose voices, too often, are not…
By Edward Pollard March is Women’s History Month – a month that gives us the opportunity to commemorate and celebrate the vital role of women in American history. There are so many women who never make headlines or evening news coverage, but accomplish heroic feats on a daily basis and contribute to the overall progress…
By Edward Pollard March is Women’s History Month – a month that gives us the opportunity to commemorate and celebrate the vital role of women in American history. There are so many women who never make headlines or evening news coverage, but accomplish heroic feats on a daily basis and contribute to the overall progress…
HOUSTON, TX (February 1, 2021) – Houston Endowment today announced an infusion of $20million into 55 local organizations working to achieve racial equity and social justice in Houston.As part of Houston Endowment’s commitment to enacting tangible actions in this work, theinvestment intends to support organizations addressing anti-Black racism and systemic injusticesacross five areas:Strong Communities: Collaborative,…
HONOREE DIRECTORY AND BIOGRAPHIES List of Honorees Alphabetical by Last Name Tanya D. Allen | Transport Workers Union – MTA | Community Hero Malorie Bailey-Massie | Mal’s Custom Jewelry | Top P&E Frederick Barksdale | Facility Interiors, Inc. | Super P&E Precious T. Bickham | Thomas Bickham Group | Top P&E John W. Bland |…
HONOREE DIRECTORY AND BIOGRAPHIES List of Honorees Alphabetical by Last Name Dr. Jimmy L. Adams Jr. | Houston Community College | Super P&E Commissioner Everette “Bo” Alfred | Jefferson County, Precinct 4 | Trailblazer Constable Christopher L. Bates | Jefferson County, Precinct 2 | Trailblazer Kelvin Beatty | Guess Group, Inc. | Top P&E Jeffery…
HONOREE DIRECTORY AND BIOGRAPHIES List of Honorees Alphabetical by Last Name Christopher Adams | Brooklyn Sweeps, Inc. | Top P&E Margaret Allen DDS | Amazing Smiles, PLLC | Super P&E Helen Ashegbeyeri | Ashegbeyeri Law Firm, PPLC | Up & Coming Zano Bailey | Farmer’s Insurance | Super P&E Alfred “Al” Benoit | Benoit Law,…
HONOREE DIRECTORY AND BIOGRAPHIES List of Honorees Alphabetical by Last Name Jackie Adams | Melodrama Boutique | Top P&E Shay Atkins | Chef Shay | Top P&E Rev. Mayor Thurman Bill Bartie | City of Port Arthur | Community Hero Kiotti “Radio Boss” Brown | 97.9 The Box | Top P&E Erica Bryant | Centene…
HOUSTON (January 18, 2021 ) — Honoring Dr. King’s Legacy and the call for a day of service, the Black Heritage Society and the City of Houston hosted a “Parade of Giving” today from 10 a.m. to noon. As the “Virtual 43rd Annual “Original” Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Parade” took place online, a drive-thru…
By d-mars.com News Provider The Greater Houston Black Chamber (GHBC) held its 26th Annual Pinnacle Awards, Saturday, October 24, 2020, where several of Houston’s best and most promising Black-owned businesses received high honors. The GHBC Pinnacle Awards recognizes leading African-American entrepreneurs for their success in business and their positive impact on the communities and industries…
By: LJ Garfield COVID testing is one of the main tracking tools in place to monitor the spread and infection rate of the disease. Testing is done for free but will cost you time to schedule the appointment and get assigned a personal testing ID number and wait in line to be tested. This article…