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Record 1175 Eagles Take Flight

Wednesday, 22 May 2013 00:00
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SheilaJacksonLeeMembers of the newly emerged C. Travis Traylor, Jr. Eagle Class of 2012 gathered on Sunday, May 19th, at Crowne Plaza Hotel near Reliant Park for the annual Gathering of Eagles Reception hosted by the Eagle Scout Association of the Boy Scouts of America’s - Sam Houston Area Council (SHAC).

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Houston Forward Times Honors the 2013 Visionary Pastor’s Awards Recipients

Wednesday, 22 May 2013 00:00
Written by Jeffrey L. Boney
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VPAFor the second year in a row, the Houston Forward Times, the largest Black-owned independently published newspaper in the South, held its second annual Visionary Pastor’s Awards ceremony.

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TSU Alum Michael Strahan Receives One of University’s Highest Honors

Wednesday, 15 May 2013 00:00
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Michael_StrahanMichael Strahan, Super Bowl Champion, businessman, and broadcaster was honored with the university’s highest honor, the doctorate degree. Strahan was honored at Spring Commencement Exercises at 9:30 a.m., Saturday, May 11th.

 

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HCC Central student snags big scholarship to Cornell University

Wednesday, 15 May 2013 00:00
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Michael_StrahanShey-Marie Posey, an outstanding science student and upcoming 2013 graduate of HCC Central’s Honors College, has been accepted to attend Cornell University this fall.

 

 

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Black Nurses Association of Greater Houston Scholarship Luncheon

Wednesday, 15 May 2013 00:00
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Michael_StrahanThe Black Nurses Association of Greater Houston recently held its Annual Scholarship Luncheon at Column A. The Theme was, “Nurses Helping To Change the Health Care System through Education, Research and Clinical Practice.” Carolyn Montgomery served as Mistress of Ceremony.

 

 

 

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Are Houstonians Really Safe? Majority of Houstonians Say Not So Much!

Wednesday, 15 May 2013 00:00
Written by Jeffrey L. Boney Associate Editor
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SafeIf you talk to many older people, you will hear many of them talk about the times when they could relax in their home while leaving the door unlocked or even sleeping with the window open.

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“A HISTORIC PARTNERSHIP”- A Stronger Commitment to Building Stronger Communities

Wednesday, 08 May 2013 00:00
Written by Jeffrey L. Boney Associate Editor
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The Houston Forward Times has scored another first by signing a monumental and historic Memorandum of Understanding (M.O.U.) with Charity Productions/Community Partnership Exchange Breakfast.

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Beyond the Call of Duty and Service Sailor Honored for Contributing to A Global Force for Good

Wednesday, 08 May 2013 00:00
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Houston native Navy Counselor 1st Class Latonya Robinson is one of seven United States Navy Sailors being featured in the U.S. Navy campaign, “Honoring Navy Achievement.” Honoring Navy Achievement recognizes Navy personnel both past and present who have gone beyond the call of duty and service to have a positive impact in the communities where they serve.

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Latest Group of Young People Chosen for 2013 Youth Entrepreneurship Academy - Seek to Become Texas’ Next Youth Entrepreneurs

Wednesday, 08 May 2013 00:00
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Texas Business Alliance (TBA) has kicked off its’ 2013Youth Entrepreneurship Academy® (“YEA”) program and is excited about the latest group of young people that have been selected to participate in this high-level entrepreneurial training program.

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Mayor Parker Launches Unique Public Private Partnership to Enhance Economic Growth and Job Stimulation

Wednesday, 01 May 2013 00:00
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MayorParkerMayor Annise D. Parker announced the launch of “TweetMyJobs Houston!” during today’s State of the City address. This new online jobs platform, powered by TweetMyJobs, revolutionizes recruitment by incorporating mobile and social media.

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