Being Black in America Can Be Hazardous to Your Health
The mean life expectancy in the United States is 82.4 years, but in Harris County this can vary by about 20 years between ZIP codes. Average folks in Kashmere Gardens (77026) generally don’t see their seventieth birthday. In Sunnyside the most senior residents average about sixty-six years old. White people in Clear Lake (75407) can […]
Is Texas Behind in Education?
It has been said that “Texas has four of the 10 least educated cities in the country and only one of the 10 most educated cities in the U.S,” according to a recent study by WalletHub. With these statistics, is Texas falling behind when it comes to education? In this study, they analyzed and compared […]
Phi Beta Sigma Conclave Grand Orchid Ball
Elegant and exciting were a few words that best describe the energy of the Phi Beta Sigma Conclave Grand Orchid Ball. Handsome Sigma Men from far and wide were clean in their white embossed jackets accompanying their dates, who often wore beautiful shades of royal blue. The best grown and sexy entertainment was enjoyed at […]
The Ensemble Theatre’s Rolling World Premiere of Phenomenal Woman
Maya Angelou is one of the world’s most well-known poets, so it was a fantastic surprise to discover things I never knew about this extraordinary literary genius. Beautifully directed, thoughtfully choreographed, brilliantly written, and flawlessly acted, the world premiere of Phenomenal Woman did not disappoint. I felt many emotions as I enjoyed every minute of […]
Face to Face with Self
There is an ole saying among Blacks: Whites do it, so let’s do it. Consequently, all Black people understand that we have been spiritually and socially conditioned to imitate Whites. Imitation can be suicide. Whites brought Black people from Africa to a foreign land flowing with milk and honey and socially conditioned Black people to […]
Education in the Black Community
Family socialization, teaching and formal educational development, are the life blood of any racial or social group, especially in a multi-cultural democratic society. Blacks must spiritually understand that the system is not interested in Black children being proficiently educated, because the system works for the system, and we all know who controls the system. The […]
Stay Woke
Maya Angelou was right. When someone tells you who they are, believe them. In particular, believe those who endorse “anti-wokism.” Those people fear and despise you. The first recognized use of “woke” was pronounced by Marcus Garvey in 1923. “Wake up Ethiopia! Wake up Africa,” was his advice for pan-national Black people be alert and […]
Astros Foundation Awards Scholarships
The Astros Foundation continues to give back in a big way to the Houston community. Since 2005, Minute Maid Grand Slam for Youth Baseball has awarded more than 350 local Houston-area high school seniors’ scholarships and grants to assist in first-year college expenses. They annually award 25 deserving seniors a $5,000 academic scholarship. Minute Maid […]
Dylan Campbell gets drafted to the Los Angeles Dodgers
University of Austin Baseball Star Dylan Campbell was chosen by the Los Angeles Dodgers as the 136th overall pick as their next Major League Baseball Rookie. Texas has had at least one player selected in every MLB Draft, first held in 1965. This year Campbell was a superstar outfielder who hit .339 with 13 home […]
The House of Patrick
“Expectations Create Limitations” – Patrick Kelly Energetic, Authentic, Vibrant, and Heartfelt are emotions that run through my mind after enjoying Vincent Victoria Presents…The House of Patrick. This masterpiece chronicles the extraordinary life of Patrick Kelly (1954–1990), who was known for his bold, bright, and joyful fashion creations that were inspired by his life and experiences […]
