HOUSTON, April 11, 2019- Midtown Houston residents, Houstonians and visitors to the Bayou City can spend an entire day taking in the green beauty of Midtown Park at the upcoming Lounge on the Lawn event. Everyone is invited to celebrate with the community on Saturday, April 27 from 12 p.m. to 8 p.m. as planned…
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…
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…
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…
(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…
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’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…
LAKE CHARLES, La. (Feb. 6, 2019)—USA Boxing, the national governing body for Olympic-style amateur boxing, chose Lake Charles to host the 2020 Olympic Trials in Boxing and National Championships, December 7-15, 2019, at the Lake Charles Civic Center, 900 Lakeshore Drive. The event will feature both male and female elite and youth boxers from across…
WHAT: Nissan is Calling All TITANs to join in helping the National Park Foundation restore America’s most treasured landscapes. From now until Feb. 8, Nissan will match any National Park Foundation donation, 2-for-1, up to a total of $200,000. Each donation will help the National Park Foundation protect and preserve America’s national parks. To donate…
“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…
Jan. 17, 2019 – Six HISD educators have been nominated for the 2018-2019 national LifeChanger of the Year award. Sponsored by the National Life Group Foundation, LifeChanger of the Year recognizes and rewards the very best K-12 educators and school district employees across the United States who are making a difference in the lives of…
Delta Education and Charitable Foundation (DECF) Annual Scholarship Fundraiser will be held on Saturday, February 2, 2019 at Ayva Center, 9371 Richmond Avenue, Houston, Texas 77063 from 8:00 p.m. until 12:00 midnight. Delta Education and Charitable Foundation (DECF) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization established in 1992 with the purpose of supporting youth in the Houston…
Who: Center for Civic and Public Policy Improvement (CCPPI) and Midtown Redevelopment Authority (MRA). CCPPI is dedicated to advancing policies that promote human, civic, social and economic justice and to taking action to improve all areas of civic life. MRA was created to redevelop the area; aid, assist, and act on behalf of the…
The Ensemble Theatre continues its “Elevate the Power of the Arts” season with Too Heavy for Your Pocket, written by young Morehouse cum laude graduate, and Yale School of Drama playwright Jiréh Breon Holder who is currently a writer on the hit NBC show New Amsterdam. The performance will be directed by Ensemble Theatre Artistic…
IMMEDIATE RELEASE–December 28, 2019 – Calling all Frenchy’s lovers and let’s face it that’s just about everyone living in Houston and beyond, you’ll have to drive a few blocks further to get your chicken fixation starting January 4, 2019. The Third Ward institution is moving to its temporary home while construction gets underway at its…
Houston, TX, December 21, 2018 — Houstonians and visitors to the Bayou City now have the chance to ring in the new year and honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. with a commemorative parade and community activities. The Houston Martin Luther King, Jr. Parade Foundation, Inc. and Black Heritage Society will host…
Houston, Texas – (December 18, 2018) – On Sunday, December 16, 2018, MELODRAMA Boutique celebrated its “Sweet 16 Anniversary”, hosted by Sky Houston, Radio Personality at KMJQ Majic 102.1 FM. MELODRAMA Boutique, located at 5306 Almeda Road, offers one-of-a-kind apparel and accessories for sophisticated women of all lifestyles and sizes. The Sweet Sixteen Celebration kicked off at…
AUSTIN – An innovative instructional video and presentation on how citizens and law enforcement officers should interact during traffic stops is now available to the public. The Community Safety Education Act (S.B. 30) – introduced by State Senator Royce West and signed into law by Governor Greg Abbott – mandates specific instruction on traffic stop…
Houston self-made business woman and communityleader, Deavra Daughtry, recently graduatedwith a certificate from the exclusive Owner/President Management Program (OPM) at Harvard Business School alongside international businessowners. Participants represent a diverserange of organizations from around the world and hold dual roles as owner and CEO or Managing Director of firms with annual sales ranging from severalmillion…
Special guest Brandice Daniel of Harlem’s Fashion Row to discuss turning connections into collaborations at premier business and branding event HOUSTON (Nov. 26, 2018) — Houston author, community leader and business expert, Miara Shaw, will host The Hope of Purpose Experience in Houston, Texas on Jan. 25 and 26, 2019. The educational conference and…