THE STORM BEFORE THE STORMS
By Travis McGee We are just weeks before hurricane season and on May 16, 2024, we experienced “Derecho” , the storm before the storm that was as unpredictable as Houston’s weather. Derecho struck on the 16th of May and lasted to midday of the 17th of May. Hurricane season starts June 1st and ends November […]
LONE STAR COLLEGE GRANTS EMERITA TITLE TO DISTINGUISHED PROFESSORS
By: Roycelyn Bastian The Lone Star College Board of Trustees awarded the title of Professor Emerita to Annie Beni eld, Ph.D., LSC-Tomball and Joan McAninch Samuelson, Ph.D., LSC-Kingwood during the May board meeting. “Lone Star College is proud of the selfless dedication of Dr. Beni eld and Dr. Samuelson,” said Mario K. Castillo, J.D., LSC […]
IF MY DREAMS DON’T SCARE ME THEY AREN’T BIG ENOUGH
By: Alicia Marcha I have a Monster’s Inc. t-shirt that says, “If Your Dreams Don’t Scare You They Aren’t BIG Enough.” Every time I wear it I think, “Are my dreams big enough? Are they scary?” I truly believe that nursing is my calling because it is the one dream that is big and scary. […]
FIRST TO SAIL 10 MILLION GUESTS FROM GALVESTON
By: Aria Bell Marking a Texas-sized milestone today, Carnival Cruise Line further solidified its position as the market leader in Galveston, Texas, becoming the first cruise operator to embark 10 million guests from the port. Carnival Cruise Line recognized Marsha Taulton of Houston as the 10 millionth Carnival guest cruising from Galveston on Carnival Breeze. […]
TRAILBLAZER IN TEXAS POLITICS
By: Sharon C. Jenkins Senfronia Thompson is a name that resonates with the echoes of history and the relentless pursuit of justice and equality. Growing up in Houston, ompson’s journey from a college student at Texas Southern University to a revered state representative is a testament to her enduring commitment to civil rights and social […]
STEWARDSHIP
Stewardship is an essential spiritual element of God conscience as well as human community, because: “ e earth is the Lord’s, and the fullness thereof; the world, and they that dwell therein.” (Psalm 24: 1). Every individual is a steward or caretaker, and all individuals must be wholeheartedly committed to the proper stewardship management of […]
THE VISION UNVEILED
By: Shelley McKinley, Ed.D. Booker T. Washington (BTW) High School – Houston ISD, named after the most influential spokesman for Black Americans between 1881 and 1915, is working to achieve what other schools aspire to do, which is graduate global citizens. Building on their partnership between the Rydings College in Zimbabwe, Africa, along with support […]
Housing, Mental Health Advocates Push for November Ballot Measure Would repeal, replace Measure H
By City News Service | Our Weekly News A coalition of housing and mental health advocates, among others, submitted more than 410,000 signatures this week to the county in hopes of placing a homeless initiative on the November ballot. The measure, known as the Affordable Housing, Homelessness Solutions and Prevention Now initiative, would repeal and […]
Transcending The Colo-line Immoral Mindset
Question: can we live by the spiritual and moral tenets of the Preamble and the Constitution itself? Democracy requires a God conscience, and every American should demand Godly fairness, equity, and social-economic justice, because God does not pervert justice. Therefore: “Let justice run down as waters, and righteousness as a mighty stream.” (Amos 5: 24). […]
Lizzo Controversy: Allegations of Misconduct Shake the Pop Star’s Reputation
[Photo: Instagram] In recent months, Grammy-winning artist Lizzo has found herself at the center of a storm of controversy. Known for her empowering anthems and body positivity, the singer faces allegations of misconduct from former employees, casting a shadow over her public persona. Here’s a detailed look into the allegations, the responses, and the potential […]
