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Three ways to find more meaning at work

Employees make career decisions for a variety of reasons, but an increasingly popular factor that many consider is whether their work will be meaningful – especially among younger generations. According to Fidelity Investments, 86% of all workers say it’s important to them to work for an employer with values that align with their own and…

Donnie Simpson’s Final Bow: 55 Years in Broadcasting
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Donnie Simpson’s Final Bow: 55 Years in Broadcasting

An icon, trailblazer, and media legend, Simpson held a commanding presence in Washington, D.C. Donnie Simpson was the smooth voice and face of BET’s hit show, “Video Soul.” If you know then you know for a select group of 70s, 80s, and 90s babies. The legendary radio and media personality signed off, possibly for the…

Closing the STEM Skills Gap to Create New Possibilities for Children
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Closing the STEM Skills Gap to Create New Possibilities for Children

Over the next decade, it’s projected that nearly 3.5 million manufacturing and STEM-related jobs will be available, yet 2 million are expected to go unfilled due to a skills gap, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor and Statistics. Advocates are addressing systemic educational barriers that impact student success in order to fill this skills…

MAXIMIZE YOUR TAX REFUND WITH ELFRIN PATTEN

MAXIMIZE YOUR TAX REFUND WITH ELFRIN PATTEN

“My role is to guide people through the process of cultivating and owning a successful tax service.” In the heart of Houston, communities grappling with low-income, and poverty face distinctive challenges during tax season. Filing taxes and securing refunds becomes a formidable task due to limited access to financial resources and professional assistance. Residents in…

Proposed Bill Aims to Set $60K Minimum Salary for K-12 Teachers

Proposed Bill Aims to Set $60K Minimum Salary for K-12 Teachers

Congresswoman Frederica S. Wilson (D-Fla.) introduced the American Teacher Act to incentivize states to increase the minimum K-12 teacher salary to $60,000 and adjust inflation. Wilson, the chair of the Higher Education and Workforce Investment Subcommittee, said the financial incentive supports ongoing state efforts to provide competitive wages for teachers and address the national teacher…

Houston PR Firm Honors 35 Local Men at Inaugural First Class Men of Houston Dinner

Houston PR Firm Honors 35 Local Men at Inaugural First Class Men of Houston Dinner

Award-Winning Public Relations Firm, Lemon-Lime Light Media hosted a dinner on October 26, 2023 at The Buffalo Soldiers National Museum to celebrate men of Houston who are leading in their careers, accomplishing goals, serving the community, and exuding class. First Class Men of Houston Dinner was created by La’Torria Lemon, the CEO/ Founder of Lemon-Lime Light…

‘Moguls in the Making’ Pitch Competition Along with Rapper Big Sean

‘Moguls in the Making’ Pitch Competition Along with Rapper Big Sean

During the Moguls in the Making competition 60 students, grouped into teams of four from 15 HBCUs, will be asked to develop and pitch business ideas that promote economic mobility. Event fosters HBCU student entrepreneurship; empowerment. For the fifth year, Ally and the Thurgood Marshall College Fund, the largest organization exclusively representing the Black College…

How Amazon’s Hiring Spree in Houston is Set to Boost the Local Economy
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How Amazon’s Hiring Spree in Houston is Set to Boost the Local Economy

By: d-mars.com News Provider To prepare for the hectic holiday shopping season, Amazon plans to hire 5,100 people in the Houston area. The project is part of a larger attempt by the Seattle-based online retail behemoth to hire 250,000 people across its U.S. operations network. The tasks range from selecting and packing to sorting and…

Historically Black Land-Grant Universities Deprived of $12.6 Billion in Funding Over Three Decades, Biden Administration Reveals
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Historically Black Land-Grant Universities Deprived of $12.6 Billion in Funding Over Three Decades, Biden Administration Reveals

By: d-mars.com News Provider Drawing on data from the National Center for Education Statistics from 1987 to 2020, the departments calculated the amount these institutions would have received if their state funding per student equaled that of 1862 institutions. Officials said the discrepancies in appropriated funding ranged from $172 million to $2.1 billion, creating significant…

Lone Star College-Houston North Continues to Innovate
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Lone Star College-Houston North Continues to Innovate

By: d-mars.com News Provider Lone Star College Lone Star College-Houston North Fallbrook is serving students in new and innovative ways. The concept behind this college location originated from a partnership between Fallbrook Church and Lone Star College. “The partnership between Lone Star College-Houston North and Fallbrook Church is the perfect example of how you can…

Amazon Article
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Amazon Article

To prepare for the hectic holiday shopping season, Amazon plans to hire 5,100 people in the Houston area. The project is part of a larger attempt by the Seattle-based online retail behemoth to hire 250,000 people across its U.S. operations network. The tasks range from selecting and packing to sorting and shipping orders and include…

HBCUs Deprived of $12.6 Billion in Funding Over 30 Years

HBCUs Deprived of $12.6 Billion in Funding Over 30 Years

Drawing on data from the National Center for Education Statistics from 1987 to 2020, the departments calculated the amount these institutions would have received if their state funding per student equaled that of 1862 institutions. Officials said the discrepancies in appropriated funding ranged from $172 million to $2.1 billion, creating significant financial disparities. Historically Black…

Honeyland Festival Announces Impact Plans for Inaugural Event
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Honeyland Festival Announces Impact Plans for Inaugural Event

Honeyland Festival announced its full Impact program for its inaugural festival celebrating Black culture through food, beverage, music and more. The impact initiatives laid out by the Honeyland Festival solidify the event’s commitment to not only celebrate but give back and support the Black community as well. The two-day festival will be held at The…

Top 30 Influential Women of Houston

Top 30 Influential Women of Houston

“Amazing things happen when women help other women.” According to a study by Always Platinum revealed that modern women exhibit a range of characteristics that distinguish them from their predecessors. Specifically, contemporary women are inclined to split the bill on a dinner date, express their opinions freely, and possess the ability to balance their emotions…

Meet Reese Reid-Hart: The Inspiring New President of Lone Star College Montgomery

De ‘Reese Reid-Hart has been appointed as the president of Lone Star College-Montgomery. He assumed the role on September 1st, following the announcement in late July. With 25 years of experience in higher education administration, Reid-Hart has been a part of Lone Star College since August 2016. Prior to becoming president, he served as the…

What  Americans Don’t Understand Retirement Planning Based On a Survey

What Americans Don’t Understand Retirement Planning Based On a Survey

By: d-mars.com News Provider BrandPoint Will I be able to retire? How much do I need to save? What if I outlive those savings? Questions like these are common across America’s current working population. Whether Gen X, Millennial or Gen Z worker populations, they each have hopes for a financially secure retirement, despite current economic…

Meet Reese Reid-Hart: The Inspiring New President of Lone Star College Montgomery

Meet Reese Reid-Hart: The Inspiring New President of Lone Star College Montgomery

 By: d-mars.com News Provider De ‘Reese Reid-Hart has been appointed as the president of Lone Star College-Montgomery. He assumed the role on September 1st, following the announcement on July 28th. With 25 years of experience in higher education administration, Reid-Hart has been a part of Lone Star College since August 2016. Prior to becoming president,…

5 Insights to Help You Find Your Dream Job

5 Insights to Help You Find Your Dream Job

By: d-mars.com News Provider StatePoint With one in four U.S. adults currently job seeking, it’s a competitive market, but experts say that finding your dream job is within reach if you use smart strategies. “A well-executed job search that combines powerful search tools and the right mindset will connect you with companies that value their…