Dr. Gabriela Soza, Manhattan board-certified dermatologist and mother of two young children, knows firsthand how challenging self-care can be when you’re on-the-go. That’s why she recommends preparing a bag to carry all your essentials while you’re out and about. What counts as an essential item? While those exact items may vary from person to person,…
Walgreens is rolling out a “Men’s Zone” in nearly 8,000 stores across the country – a dedicated space for this growing category, featuring an assortment of trendy and new men’s grooming and skin care products. Trendy can also be practical The new Men’s Zone at Walgreens will help you find tools that are personal, practical…
Rising food costs can make healthy eating a challenge for many families. In fact, a poll conducted by Research!America found about 60% of Americans cite the cost of healthy food as their single biggest barrier to achieving better nutrition. “Food is deeply rooted to family and community,” said Arlen Vanessa Marin, M.S., R.D., a national volunteer for the…
Recent data highlights an increase in maternal deaths. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 688 died in 2024 during pregnancy or shortly after giving birth. That’s up from 669 deaths in 2023, but down from 2022 and 2021. The leading causes of these deaths include blood vessel blockages, infections, and excessive…
If you’re like many young adults, you’re turning to social media and online influencers for money advice. According to Experian research, among those surveyed ages 18-44, the go-to source of financial information is an internet search, while only about 30% of respondents overall go to a financial services company. Industry experts say that you should…
When d-mars.com President MR. D-MARS created the Black Industry Experts Directory, he envisioned much more than just an online phonebook. The directory was created in hopes of creating a space where Black entrepreneurs and business owners can find each other and work together to create something special in the city of Houston.
July 2025
With the majority of high school graduations completed, it’s time to start thinking about how to pay for college. Paying for college doesn’t have to be overwhelming. Your family has multiple options to make college affordable. Read on for the six best ways to help pay for college. 1. FAFSA The very first thing you…
As the Class of 2025 graduates into an uncertain and fast-changing working world, they face a crucial question: What does it mean to be successful? Is it better to take a job that pays more, or one that’s more prestigious? Should you prioritize advancement, relationship building, community impact or even the opportunity to live somewhere new?…
Photo Credit: Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo officials are honored to announce that 529 Texas students will each receive a $20,000 scholarship to support their college journey. The scale of this year’s scholarships reflects the continued growth of the Rodeo’s commitment to Texas students and is part of the organization’s…
The latest release of the Nation’s Report Card includes extremely concerning results. According to the report card for grades 4 and 8, there was no measurable change in mathematics scores in all locales compared to 2022. “NAEP scores are a clear reflection of the challenges our education system is facing, with widening gaps between high-performing…
With over 5 years of experience in providing opportunities to the special needs and disabilities community, award-winning entrepreneur, Roderick Batson is officially debuting his new staffing agency, “Helping Heroes Staffing”. On July 1, 2025, City of Houston Controller, Chis Hollins hosted a press conference at the City Hall to announce the debut of Helping Heroes alongside…
Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo officials proudly announce that for the 58th year, 70 Texas FFA students will each receive a $20,000 scholarship at the 97th annual Texas FFA Convention. “Supporting Texas FFA students is written into the fabric of the Rodeo’s mission, which makes each of these scholarships truly special,” said Chris Boleman, president…
July 1, 2025 — The Houston Area Urban League proudly hosted its Advancing Opportunity Luncheon on Friday, June 27, 2025, at the Hilton Americas-Houston, drawing a sold-out crowd of 320 guests. The luncheon served as a powerful convening of business, education, and civic leaders committed to shaping a more forward-looking Houston. This year’s program featured an engaging panel discussion moderated by Mario…
Immigration and the journey to U.S. citizenship can be complex, especially without the right guidance. That’s where the Houston Immigration Legal Services Collaborative (HILSC) steps in. By providing vital legal support, education, and advocacy, they help immigrants navigate the path toward becoming citizens — often opening doors to greater opportunity, security, and a deeper sense…
Two former Houston TV news anchors teamed up to talk about mobility and urge everyone to get a Harris County Toll Road Authority EZ TAG to keep it moving. Jerome Gray, HCTRA Deputy Director of Communications, and Lisa Foronda, senior director of investor communications at Legacy Community Health, aren’t just former KHOU-TV colleagues — they’re…
Walmart announced the grand opening of its newest Supercenter in Cypress, Texas on April 30 — the company’s first ground-up Supercenter in four years and the first new-construction “Store of the Future” in the U.S. Designed to make shopping faster, easier and more connected, the Cypress Supercenter features reimagined layouts, expanded services, and innovative technology….
Mayor John Whitmire has announced a historic agreement championed by his administration and supported by the organizers of Houston’s two longstanding MLK Day parades to host a single, unified event in January 2026. Following weeks of discussions, led by members of the mayor’s team alongside At-Large Council Member Willie Davis, Teresa Brewer (President of the…
Harvard University will relinquish ownership of the earliest known photographs of enslaved people as part of a historic legal settlement, announced by nationally renowned civil rights attorney Ben Crump. The agreement resolves a 2019 lawsuit filed by Tamara Lanier, the great-great-great-granddaughter of an enslaved man known as “Papa Renty,” whose image, along with that of…
