Tag Archive: Texas

Media Monday: Do You Know The Black Press In Your City? 12/30

The last #MediaMonday of 2024 highlights Bayou Beat News, founded by Nakia Cooper, focusing on Houston's culture. They report on the successful Beyoncé performance during the NFL Christmas Gameday. Additionally, The Chicago Defender addresses Trump supporters realizing election consequences. Lastly, Kwanzaa is celebrated from December 26 to January 1 do you celebrate it? Read more [...]

Media Monday: Do You Know The Black Press In Your City? 12/23

This week's #MediaMonday features three notable publications from the NNPA/Black Press of America. The Michigan Chronicle announces Karmanos Cancer Institute's groundbreaking use of the TheraBionic P1 device for liver cancer treatment. The Dallas Weekly highlights an empowering event for Black fathers, while Texas Metro News reports on lawmakers urging President Biden to finalize the Equal Rights Amendment. Read more [...]

The Cost of Mass Deportation: America’s Economy

Mass deportations are often framed as a solution to immigration challenges, but they would wreak havoc on the U.S. economy. Immigrants, including undocumented workers, are deeply woven into the fabric of industries essential to our nation’s stability and growth. Agriculture, construction, hospitality, healthcare, and technology all rely heavily on immigrant labor. Deporting millions of workers from these sectors would not only create labor shortages but also disrupt supply chains, increase costs Read more [...]

Fort Bend County Voters Hold the Power to Shape Their Community’s Future

As election season approaches, Fort Bend County residents have an important opportunity to make their voices heard in local, state, and national elections. This area, which is one of the most diverse in the United States, serves as a microcosm of Texas itself, encompassing a rich variety of backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives. Once a largely agricultural area on the outskirts of Houston, Fort Bend County has transformed over recent decades into a bustling suburban hub, attracting families, businesses, Read more [...]

Rising Voices: The Impact of College Protests for Peace in Gaza

It is an understatement to say that in recent months, the grounds of many colleges and universities have become battlegrounds of a different kind—places where students are raising their voices to protest the ongoing violence and humanitarian crisis in Gaza. Some have called it simple expressions of youthful idealism, but it’s more than that. They are a reminder of the vital role that academic communities play in fostering global awareness and advocating for peace and justice.  Read more [...]

Toyota earns 3 top honors at TAWA Texas Auto Roundup

All-New 2019 Toyota Avalon, 2019 Corolla Hatchback, 2018 Camry Take Top Honors at Texas Auto Writers Association’s 2018 Texas Auto Roundup
DECATUR, TEXAS (April 18, 2018) – Toyota took home top hardware at this year’s Texas Auto Writers Association’s (TAWA) Texas Auto Roundup and earned first-place spots with 2019 Avalon (Full-Size Car), 2019 Corolla Hatchback (Compact Car), and 2018 Camry (Mid-Size Car). Additionally, Avalon won TAWA’s award for Best New Interior.

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Toyota’s State Fair of Texas to Focus On Harvey Relief Efforts

DALLAS (Sept. 28, 2017) – Everyone looks forward to the State Fair of Texas for the games, rides, animals and deep-fried foods. Toyota is also inviting attendees to visit its main outdoor stage for live entertainment, including concerts and the broadcasting of numerous professional and college football games on a myriad of TVs. In Toyota’s Sports Zone, visitors can participate in football and soccer skill challenges, and baseball fans will enjoy batting cages and pitching machines.

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NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC ANNOUNCES AIRDATE FOR HELL ON EARTH: THE FALL OF SYRIA AND THE RISE OF ISIS

FROM ACADEMY AWARD NOMINEE SEBASTIAN JUNGER AND EMMY WINNER NICK QUESTED
Junger and Quested Offer an Intimate Portrait of the Syrian Civil War and Refugee Crisis “Packs a powerful punch of humanity…” — Variety

“Check your political, religious and ethnic leanings at the door. HELL ON EARTH will shift your perspective on the Syrian conflict.” — “Veronica Wake,” retired CIA officer and U.S. Army veteran
Hell on Earth: The Fall of Syria and the Rise of ISIS 
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Big Belly’s Burger: A Place Where Your Taste Buds Beg for More

If you know me then you know I love cheeseburgers! If Burger King had a "Burger Queen" then she would be me. You name it; I have tried it. From all the national chains like McDonalds, Burger King, Whataburger, etc. to Five Guys, In N Out, Champs, Sparkle, Miller, and Smashburger. To portabella veggie cheeseburgers, Leonard’s, a plethora of food-truck burgers, including the famous Foreign Policy doughnut burger, and Waffle Bus fryder Cheeseburgers - I've even had a goat cheeseburger in Europe! Read more [...]

Houston Influencers Introduces First Ever Sister2Sister Dinner Party to Empower Young Women

HOUSTON TX- Sister2Sistah will introduce its first dinner party on Saturday, April 18, 2015 from 6:00-9:30 p.m. at a private location. This dinner party is aimed to advise and uplift young women who have encountered different struggles in their lifetime. Several expert guest speakers will be in attendance touching on topics such as financial responsibility, relationships, health and other hardships young women often encounter in today’s world. The evening’s benefactor will be The Dwight Read more [...]