Press Releases
HBCU Culture and Unity Shine at 2024 Pepsi National Battle of the Bands 10th Anniversary
Pepsi National Battle of the Bands brought together over 43,500 attendees to NRG Stadium, creating a moment full of music, unity, and tradition that honors the rich history and influence of HBCUs.
Trauma to Triumph: Houston-Area Mother and Life Coach Launches Free Conference
NEIL Coaching has invited a series of professional presenters in the fields of mental health, wellness, spirituality and empowerment to equip attendees with valuable knowledge, exercises, goal setting strategies and healing approaches.
Health Care-Focused High School Launched by Memorial Hermann and Aldine ISD Welcomes First Class of Students
HEAL High School is a partnership between Memorial Hermann Health System and Aldine Independent School District (ISD), which is supported by a $31 million initial gift from Bloomberg Philanthropies to Memorial Hermann Foundation.
Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Awards More than $1 Million in Scholarships to Texas FFA Students
Seventy Future Farmers of America members representing 57 FFA chapters from across Texas were presented with $1.4 million in scholarships from the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo during the 96th Annual Texas FFA State Convention.
Houston Housing Authority, HUD Launch Groundbreaking Programs to Enhance Housing Mobility, Support Aging in Place
The Housing Choice Voucher Mobility Services Program offers comprehensive support to families with Housing Choice Vouchers to expand their housing and neighborhood options, while the Older Adult Home Modification Program provides essential safety and accessibility modifications, enabling low-income seniors to safely age in place.
Children’s Museum Houston and Harris County Public Library Recognized as 2024 Recipients of Nation’s Highest Museum and Library Honor
The Institute of Museum and Library Services announced Children’s Museum Houston and Harris County Public Library of Houston as two of the 10 recipients of the 2024 National Medal for Museum and Library Service.
New Department of Neighborhoods Director Named for City of Houston
Houston City Council confirmed Mayor John Whitmire’s appointment of Herbert Sims as Director of the Department of Neighborhoods (DON), where he has served as the interim director since February.
Taste Kitchen + Bar Hosts Fundraiser Donating Half of All Sales to Houston Mom Battling Cancer
Taste Kitchen + Bar, Houston’s all-day brunch destination, hosted a special fundraiser for Julie Gray, a Houston mom and creative arts director who has been battling cervical cancer for nearly two years.
City of Houston Partners with Apache Corporation to Plant 2,500 Trees for Earth Day HTX 2024
The City of Houston has partnered with the Apache Corporation for a large-scale tree-planting event to celebrate Earth Day HTX 2024.
Mark Perez Goes from High School Dropout to Helping HCDE Learners in Adult Education
Mark Perez, who experienced abuse growing up, went from being a high school dropout to helping Harris County Department of Education learners pursue their education.
Houston Actor Kedrick Brown Set to Guest Star on ‘The Rookie,’ Educates Theatre Students in Cy-Fair ISD
Kedrick Brown is committed to nurturing the next generation of actors and performers, and his dedication to the Cy-Fair Independent School District reaffirms his commitment to inspiring and empowering young artists.
Tyra Banks to Join Texas Women’s Empowerment Foundation’s International Leadership Summit
The Texas Women’s Empowerment Foundation (TWEF), along with its founder and visionary leader, Deavra Daughtry and Reggie Van Lee, will host the 20th Annual International Women’s Leadership Summit featuring renowned supermodel and business leader Tyra Banks on April 22 at Hotel ZaZa – Museum District.
Comerica Bank Names Vanessa Reed Regional External Affairs Manager
Houston, February 28, 2020 – Comerica Incorporated (NYSE: CMA) has promoted Vanessa T. Reed to Regional External Affairs Manager reporting to Chief Community Officer Irvin Ashford Jr. In this role, Reed will oversee external affairs operations in Arizona, Florida, Michigan and Texas. Her team of six will continue to work closely with the bank’s nonprofit…
Local Organizations Discuss Return to Africa Movement at Point of Return Liberia Symposium at Texas Southern University
On the heels of the 2019 Year of Return, Experts Weigh in on the Benefits of Returning to the Motherland HOUSTON, TX – Feb 5, 2020 – Houston International Trade Development Council and the Liberian Association of Greater Houston announce Point of Return Liberia: African History and Society Series, a discussion on African American history and its…
The Original MLK Day Parade, the First in the Nation, Makes Final Call for Parade Participants
Backed by Mayor Sylvester Turner for the second year, the Black Heritage Society will partner with the City of Houston to host the city’s official MLK Day celebration Click here for additional photos HOUSTON (DEC.19, 2019 ) — The Black Heritage Society and the City of Houston have announced open registration for…
