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All Screwed Up: Series based on life of Houston legend DJ Screw in production 20 years after his dea
HOUSTON — Attention, H-Town! A new biographical series based on the life of Houston music legend DJ Screw is in production this year for...
Erica Ponder
Jan 22, 2020


First African-American person to attend all-white medical school in the South dies in Houston
HOUSTON — The first black person to attend and graduate from the University of Arkansas Medical School, and the first black woman to...
Erica Ponder
Jan 22, 2020


Legendary rapper and original Screwed Up Click member Lil’ KeKe to host 713 Day Celebration, salutes
HOUSTON — Houston rap legend Lil’ KeKe is inviting the city to come out and celebrate 713 Day. Known for rap hits and anthems like...
Erica Ponder
Jul 9, 2019


KTSU 90.9 FM celebrates 48 years with Birthday Bash
HOUSTON — The year 2019 marks the 48th birthday of KTSU 90.9 FM, and many came together to celebrate the legacy and service that the...
Erica Ponder
Jul 9, 2019

Dream Build Success Conference set for June 28-29 in Houston
HOUSTON (Press Release) — Women in business are one of the fastest growing segments of U.S. business owners, driving economic growth,...
Erica Ponder
Jun 26, 2019


When Bosses Brunch: Slim Thug and the Boss Life Foundation host Black Excellence Brunch ahead of ‘Th
HOUSTON — When community leaders, business owners, media moguls, hip hop legends and executives get together, magic is sure to happen....
Erica Ponder
Feb 25, 2019


Come Celebrate African American Heritage Month at the Houston Public Library!
Press Release HOUSTON — Celebrate African American history as it comes alive at the Houston Public Library (HPL) through the voices and...
Erica Ponder
Jan 30, 2018


The Rev. Jesse Jackson to speak at 2018 HCC Black History Scholarship Gala
Press Release HOUSTON — The Rev. Jesse Jackson will be the keynote speaker at the 2018 Houston Community College Black History...
Erica Ponder
Jan 30, 2018


Award-winning short film creator Courtney Glaude releases feature-length debut in partnership with A
HOUSTON — Houston native storyteller and community leader Courtney JáPaul Glaudé makes his feature-length debut with Blink in March. The...
Erica Ponder
Jan 30, 2018


Real Talk: Cocoa Brown, Melanie Comarcho speak about health, kids, success as they laugh their way t
By: Erica M. Ponder CYPRESS, Texas — Oh yes, it was ladies’ night, and the feeling was definitely right as Dolce Ultra Lounge and Bistro...
Erica Ponder
Jan 17, 2018


J. Anthony Brown wows sold out crowd at Dolce, says Tom Joyner Show was “best job I ever had”
By: Erica M. Ponder HOUSTON — Everybody loves a little knee-slapping, tear-jerking, hearty laughter every now and then. Fortunately for...
Erica Ponder
Jan 17, 2018


The Boss Life Ball brings out our favorite stars, community leaders for a great cause!
By: Erica M. Ponder HOUSTON — The bosses came out to play in honor of a great cause for the the Fifth Annual Boss Life Ball at Union...
Erica Ponder
Jan 16, 2018


Chef Javani King unveils new menu at Dolce Ultra Lounge and Bistro
When one thinks of the dishes created by Celebrity Chef Javani King, what might come to mind? After experiencing a one-of-a-kind tasting...
Erica Ponder
Jul 27, 2017

Houstonians “So Gone” for Monica at 2nd annual Black Heritage Festival at Discovery Green
By: Erica M. Ponder HOUSTON — The 2nd Annual Houston Black Heritage Festival was one to remember as fans celebrated all over Discovery...
Erica Ponder
Jul 27, 2017

The Laughter and The Lesson: Dick Gregory Shares History, Lots of Words of Wisdom
By: Erica M. Ponder We received a history lesson for the books as we were able to talk to the one and only Dick Gregory. The actor,...
Erica Ponder
Jul 26, 2017

Irma P. Hall on Her Journey to Develop Her Talent
By: Erica M. Ponder Ever since its founding The Ensemble Theatre has encouraged talented and gift artists to follow their dreams no...
Erica Ponder
Jul 26, 2017

R&B Singer Tamia Set to Perform in Houston, Talks About Her Journey in the Music Industry
By: Erica M. Ponder Houston, get ready for legendary singer and songwriter Tamia! She will be performing at the House of Blues on Sept....
Erica Ponder
Jul 26, 2017

What I Learned Trapped in the Flood
By: Erica M. Ponder Life truly has a way of showing us that no matter how much we may think we are in control of everything that happens,...
Erica Ponder
Jul 26, 2017


Film, television producer J.O. Malone brings National Black Film Festival to Houston
By: Erica M. Ponder HOUSTON — J.O. Malone is a young, gifted Black film and television producer with the perfect eye for film and...
Erica Ponder
Jul 19, 2017
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