Press Releases

Emancipation Park Conservancy Announces 147th Annual Juneteenth Celebration at Historic Emancipation Park in Third Ward

Houston community invited to participate in weekly programming that celebrates the legacy of African-Americans while bridging future generations   HOUSTON (May 28, 2019) —  Emancipation Park Conservancy will host weekly programming and family activities beginning early June that highlight and celebrate the rich history of Houston’s African-American community. At the center of the planned events…

A Big Year for Houston, A Big Year for Houston First

This has been a busy and productive year for Houston First Corporation (HFC) and Brenda Bazan, President and CEO. After taking the reins of Houston’s official destination and marketing organization a little over a year ago, Bazan has taken impressive steps to more strategically position HFC to meet its goals and objectives. “This has been…

Texas Southern University Announces 2019 – 2020 Campus Royalty

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Steve Scheffler 713-313-7421 281-851-1690 [cell] Steve.Scheffler@tsu.edu Texas Southern University Announces 2019 – 2020 Campus Royalty HOUSTON (May 1, 2019) – Texas Southern University is pleased to announce its Campus Royalty for the 2019-2020 academic school year. Adonis Warren, a junior journalism major from Los Angeles, California will serve as Mister Texas…

TEXAS McDONALD’S RESTAURANTS TO HIRE 26,500 THIS SUMMER

Signature education program and new industry-leading collaboration with AARP to connect candidates from multiple generations with more opportunities   HOUSTON, April 25, 2019 – McDonald’s and its independent franchisees across Texas are expecting to hire approximately 26,500 restaurant employees to better serve customers this busy summer season, including 3,000 in Houston.   McDonald’s provides a…

The Ensemble Theatre Brings National Conversation to Stage in “Pipeline” by Dominque Morisseau

The Ensemble Theatre’s performance of Pipeline by Dominque Morisseau and directed by Rachel Hemphill Dickson elevates awareness of the national conversation about the educational system and the school-to-prison pipeline.   “We want to join Dominique Morisseau in sparking the conversation about the state of our educational system, the importance of the whole child being considered…

Texas Southern University Hosts Inaugural B.R.A.G. event

HOUSTON (April 5, 2019) –A new tradition was born at Texas Southern University, as students who have reached or exceeded 90+ credit hours attended the “Be Ready and Graduate” (B.R.A.G.) event on Tuesday, April 2, in the H&PE Arena. Speakers included representatives from the Office of the Provost and Student Services. During the event, students…

April Marks Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month

March 31, 2019 – Austin, TX – Tomorrow marks the first day of National Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month (SAAPM), which takes place every April. This month is dedicated to raising public awareness about sexual assault and educating communities about how to prevent sexual assault, said the Texas Association Against Sexual Assault. “More than…

Industrial Welding Academy Grand Opening New Beaumont Location

(Beaumont, TX) – Under the leadership and direction of Founder and CEO Andre Horn and Vice President Miranda Horn, Industrial Welding Academy (IWA) is proud to announce the addition of their new Beaumont, Texas location.  IWA is dedicated to teaching students the in-demand trade of welding through emphasis of their motto “Integrity with Attitude.” IWA…

MCTX 5th Annual Black History Month Celebrations Feature: Poetry Slam, Artist Amy Cassidy, Historian Sam Collins III, A Business Showcase, Comedian Ali Siddiq, Food & Music

The festivities will kick off on Feb. 13 with “An Arts & Cultural Showcase/Discussion” in the premier Visitors Center, 1522 Texas Pkwy. from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Guests will enjoy discussions with historian Sam Collins III who serves with the National Trust for Historic Preservation, The Bryan Museum, and the Ruby Bridges Foundation; and…

Radio One – Houston Kicks Off Inaugural “Opportunity Expo”

Radio One – Houston’s 97.9 The Box, Majic 102.1, and 92.1 Radio Now announce their inaugural “Opportunity Expo” (Opp Ex) career development and recruitment fair to meet the needs of Houston employers and job seekers Saturday, March 9, 2019 at the George R. Brown Convention Center. The fair will include panel discussions, intimate workshops, and…

JACKIE AND ME

“January 31, 2019 commemorates Jackie Robinson’s 100th birthday.  Our production of Jackie and Me is a tribute to Jackie and to all those who continue to stand up against prejudice, discrimination and hate.” Main Street Theater (MST) celebrates Jackie Robinson’s 100th birthday, his breaking the color barrier, and his impact on the civil rights movement…

The Ethel Hedgeman Lyle Foundation of Texas (EHL), the non-profit arm of the Omicron Tau Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. is accepting applications for Houston-area High School female contestants to enter our 2019 Emerald Princess Scholarship Program.

The Emerald Princess Pageant is designed to increase the self-confidence and social skills of young ladies as they enter adulthood and expand their awareness of community service and civic engagement.  The Ethel Hedgeman Lyle Foundation of Texas will sponsor two contests; Miss Emerald Princess Program is designed for ladies in grades 9 – 10 and Miss Emerald Program is designed…