Scenes from my aunt’s house
By Kristan Hoffman One tree in the front yard, or two? Wood siding, or brick? Have I ever even set foot in the backyard? These questions roll through …
Month: May 2012
Buckner, YOUTH celebrate in transformation ceremony
ALDINE– After 22 years of service to her community, almost single handed at times, Aldine YOUTH Founder Sylvia Bolling had more than 100 helpers attend a “transformation” ceremony …
North Houston Association 2012 Awards Presented
By Paula Lenz, Executive Director North Houston Association NORTH HOUSTON– City of Houston Mayor Annise Parker was the keynote speaker at the North Houston Association (NHA) Annual Awards …
Griner Day at Nimitz: Aldine honors accomplishments of basketball star Brittney Griner
ALDINE– Nimitz Senior High School honored Brittney Griner with Brittney Griner Day on Friday, May 18. Brittney, a 2009 graduate of Nimitz Senior High School, was honored for …
National Education Conference Workshops held in Houston
NORTHEAST– As part of his national campaign to enpower minority children with a better education and enhanced quality of life, the Tavis Smiley Foundation held one of its …
On resolutions and the new year
Kristan Sometimes turning the calendar to a new page isn’t enough. For a fresh mindset, I need a bigger, bolder signal of change. So I pick a different …
Texas Commissioner of Education Robert Scott announces resignation
Texas Commissioner of Education Robert Scott announced on May 1 that he will resign his office, effective July 2 on the fifth anniversary of his appointment to the …
Cinco de Mayo events throughout Houston and Northline Commons
By Julieta Paita Northeast News HOUSTON–Last weekend the city celebrated Cinco de Mayo with several parades and festive events. Northline Commons celebrated the “Cinco de Mayo” with music, …
Sheriff Garcia addresses naturalization ceremony in Aldine
(HOUSTON, TX) April 25, 2012– Harris County Sheriff Adrian Garcia today congratulated 1,864 people from 114 countries as they became naturalized United States citizens and challenged them to …