HOUSTON (Oct. 1, 2024) – On Wednesday, Aug. 14, the University of Houston-Downtown (UHD) community was devastated by the news of the unexpected passing of Art Professor Floyd Newsum. He taught at UHD for 48 years, touching thousands of lives as […]
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Legendary Barrelman Leon Coffee Named 2025 RODEOHOUSTON® Hall of Fame Inductee Beloved barrelman honored for three decades of dedication
OCT. 1, 2024 — HOUSTON — Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo officials proudly announce renowned barrelman, Leon Coffee, as the 2025 RODEOHOUSTON Hall of Fame inductee. Coffee is the sole inductee for the second class of the Hall of Fame. […]
A JAZZ COMMUNITY SPLASH IN MEMORY OF DR. JAMES EDWIN POLK
The public is cordially invited to come celebrate the life of Dr. James “The Maestro” Edwin Polk with A Jazz Community Splash Tribute slated for Saturday, October 19, 2024, at 12 noon at Wesley United Methodist Church at 1164 San […]
KATY MILLS COMMEMORATES 25 YEARS
Center hosts community celebration on October 28th (KATY, TX) October 1, 2024 — This month, beloved Katy Mills toasts to 25 years as the premier shopping destination for family fashion and entertainment in Katy, Texas. The community is invited to celebrate the milestone on Monday, […]
The Coastal Prairie Conservancy Names Jenny Claycombe its new Advancement Director to Increase the Pace of Conservation in Southeast Texas
Houston, Texas, October 1, 2024 – The Coastal Prairie Conservancy is pleased to announce the appointment of Jenny Claycombe as its new Advancement Director. With more than a decade of nonprofit experience, including seven years as the Managing Director of Development […]
Coffee Fellows Celebrates International Coffee Day by Giving Back
City of Bellaire Employees Gifted a Well-Deserved Coffee Break Bellaire, TX, October 1st – In honor of International Coffee Day, Coffee Fellows – the local coffee shop with free WiFi, free alternative milks, sustainable packaging, and German roots – is […]
The Village School breaks into top 20 Best Private Schools in America and Secures #1 Rankings for Diversity and Boarding Schools in Latest Niche Rankings for Second Year in a Row
Private School climbs to #2 Best K-12 Private School in Houston, #3 in Texas and #19 nationally Houston, TX – October 1, 2024 – The Village School, a pre-kindergarten through 12th-grade private school located in Houston’s energy corridor, is now […]
Fire Prevention & Safety: A Hot Story Series for October
Did you know Fire Prevention Week is coming up October 6th-12th? (Actually, the entire month of October is Fire Prevention Month.) Cy-Fair Fire Department wants to do as much training as possible in our community. Our mission centers on education, […]
Every Child has Promise Nery Salazar helps kids create better lives. But she can’t do it alone.
Richmond, Texas – Nery’s Promise started with a promise to God. When she was a teenager, Nery Salazar left her home in Honduras in her search for a better life. Her journey wasn’t easy … she was separated from her […]
YMCA of Greater Houston and Houston Texans Strengthen Partnership to Extend Flag Football Programming Access for Local Youth
Fall season registration continues through October 20, providing children with exciting opportunities for skills-building and teamwork HOUSTON (Sept. 30, 2024)—The YMCA of Greater Houston is proud to strengthen its partnership with the Houston Texans by expanding its Flag Football program […]
