Houston Style Magazine Vol 26 No 33

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Volume 26 | Number 33

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Tips for a Successful

2015-2016 School Year

Jesse Jackson

One Year After Ferguson, Change Still Must Come

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COMMENTARY

One Year After Ferguson, Change Still Must Come

Jesse Jackson

National Writer

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fter three days of peaceful demonstrations marking the one year anniversary of Michael Brown’s fatal shooting in Ferguson, Mo., yet another African-American man was shot by police there. While the facts are still unclear, the tragedy will surely add to the national protests challenging our racially biased structures of criminal injustice

A week earlier, a young, unarmed man was shot to death by a police officer in Seneca, South Carolina.

Only this young man was not black, but white.

According to CNN, Zachary Hammond was fatally shot while in a Hardee’s parking lot. He was nineteen years old and on a date. The police officer was conducting a drug investigation and claims that he shot Hammond in self-defense when the unarmed teenager drove his car at him.

A small amount of marijuana was found

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in the front passenger compartment.

Police said the target of the investigation was not Hammond but his date. An independent autopsy showed, however, that Hammond was shot in the back, not the front, contradicting the official story.

“He was a 19 year old, 121 pound kid killed basically for a joint,” the family attorney Eric Bland said.

CNN reported that if this had been an African-American victim, it would have received national attention.

That is true now, but only because an active movement of demonstrators have made it so. In fact, virtually the only protests to Hammond’s death were issued by #BlackLivesMatter activists on social media.

One year after Michael Brown’s fatal shooting in Ferguson, unarmed black men are still seven times more likely than whites to die by police gunfire, according to a new study by the Washington Post. So far this year, the Post reports, 24 unarmed black men have been shot and killed by police -one every nine days. The Post reports that 585 people in total have been shot and killed by police through August 7.

(The Guardian database reports that 700 have been killed by police.)

There is no question that African-American men are at greatest risk. After the Michael Brown killing in Ferguson, national protests have forced reform of the police and of mass incarceration policies onto the national agenda. The names of those who died from police violence -- Michael

Brown, Eric Garner, Samuel DuBose, Walter Scott, Tamir Rice, Freddy Gray, Sandra Bland and more -- are etched in public memory because demonstrators have demanded justice for them. The nonviolent protests of demonstrators and the black church have forced community after community to respond.

After Ferguson, and with the spread of cameras that have caught the police in lies, the police are no longer completely immune. In 24 states, reform measures -- many focused on requiring body cameras -- have been introduced. These are merely the first stirrings of change.

But the killings haven’t stopped.

While African-Americans are at disproportionate risk from the structural and human biases of our criminal justice system, we should not forget that working and poor people of all races suffer from police excessive use of force. Police kill more whites than blacks. Of the 700 killings it has recorded, the Guardian reports that 340 were white, 179 black and 101 Hispanic.

The Post reports that African American men were 40 percent of the unarmed deaths, but whites and Hispanics made up the majority. The system has a class bias as well as a race bias. An investigation by Alternet’s Zaid Jilani revealed that in the first five months of this year, 95 percent of police killings occurred in neighborhoods with median family incomes under $100,000. There were no killings in neighborhoods with median family incomes of $200,000 or above.

City Gay Advocacy Groups Endorse Candidates

Burt Levine, Political Writer

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ith less than 80 days left to Houston’s November 3rd general elections, Houston Gay, Lesbian, Bi-Sexual, Transgender Political Caucus, Stonewall Young Democrats and Log Cabin Republicans held hotly contested and heavily attended endorsement meetings this past week to make picks for the upcoming Houston mayor, controller, city council and Houston School Board elections.

With HERO (Houston Equal Rights Ordinance) on the fall ballot with civil rights protections for sexual preference and gender identity turnout is expected to exceed far more than before any city elections. No one will know if the increase in voter turnout will be coming from “progressive” pro-HERO votes or “conservative” anti-HERO votes until the polls close. Cascades of candidates competed for the Houston GLBT slate card Saturday, August 8tg at its most attended meeting in decades.

At-Large Council Member Steve Costello was well rated.

Former Sheriff Adrian Garcia was recommended. But it was Turner that had most members on his side and won the endorsement for mayor. An argument was made that Turner could attract African Americans to vote for HERO in November. He argued his history in The House combating antigay discrimination and combating

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Not surprisingly, lower-income whites are more likely to say police abuse of authority is on the rise than middle- or upper-income whites.

Excessive force puts white lives at risk, as well as those of blacks and Hispanics. But the silence of the white community and of the white church is deafening. The victims of police abuse are left to seek justice on their own.

We need people of conscience in the white community to join with the growing movement grounded in the African-American community to demand reform. Too often, police don’t live in the communities they patrol.

They are armed to the teeth, but often receive too little training in how police can help build a community rather than simply occupy it.

People of all races and all incomes care about safe streets. They want their children protected; their parents able to walk outside with security. This is as true of impoverished African American neighborhoods as it is of upscale suburbs. But one year after Ferguson, it’s clear we all have a stake in dramatic reform of the American way of policing, if the police are to be trusted as protectors and not threats.

You can write to the Rev. Jesse Jackson in care of this newspaper or by email at jjackson@rainbowpush.org.

Follow him on Twitter @RevJJackson.

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Deputy City Controller Chris Brown, having years of support from work with his father former At-Large Council Member Peter Brown and City Controller Ronald Green, won the endorsement for Controller. Lane Lewis, former GLBT Caucus President and current Harris County Democratic Party Chairman, won the endorsement for term limited Costello’s seat on city council.

At-Large 2 Council Member David Robinson won the endorsement for re-election but retired NASA engineer Doug Petersen won the endorsement to challenge At-Large 3 Council Member Michael Kubosh who voted no on HERO. Amanda Edwards

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won the endorsement to succeed term limited At -Large 4 Council Member C.O. Bradford and Phillipe Nassif won endorsement to challenge At-Large 5 Council Member Jack Christie who also voted no on HERO.

GLBT made no endorsements in A, D, E, G where all the candidates oppose HERO and endorsed incumbents in other districts. GLBT endorsed Roland Chavez for the open seat to succeed Ed Gonzalez only after committing him to give back a $500 check he got from the Kubosh. For the Houston ISD Board Seat Paula Harris is leaving, GLBT endorsed Jolanda Jones.

Monday evening Stonewall Young Democrats, named Stonewall after a gay bar in New York that saw

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violent police attacks in 1969, endorsed Costello instead of Turner which later became a controversial choice because Costello in early years actively voted in Republican Primaries.

Chavez, a retired fire fighter and fire fighter union leader, became a flash point again for his support from Kubosh and after again promising to no longer associate with anyone anti-Hero. He lost the endorsement to Houston Police Officer, US Army War On Terror Veteran and heir to Ed Gonzalez and Adrian Garcia’s legacies Jason Cisneroz.

Former At Large Council Member and former HCC Trustee Carroll Robinson and former District Judge and former Metro Board Member Dwight Jefferson asked for consideration for Controller but had failed to earlier screen so the contest was between Chris Brown and former the former District D Council Member Jew Don Boney. Brown was buoyant to win the endorsement.

Log Cabin Republicans, a GOP organization committed to gay outreach, endorsed Costello for Mayor and Bill Frazier for Controller and was expected to argue out other endorsements at its Wednesday evening meeting.

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LOCAL BRIEFS

HPD Mourns Loss of Legendary Officer

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he Houston Police Department is sad to announce the passing of retired Senior Police Officer Edward A. Thomas. Mr. Thomas, as he was affectionately known throughout the department, passed away August 10 of natural causes.

Edward Thomas On July 27, HPD Headquarters was renamed the Houston Police Department Edward A. Thomas Building in a short ceremony that celebrated Officer Thomas’ dedication and 63 years of service. Officer Thomas was also one of the first African American police officers to join HPD and served during a time of systemic discrimination throughout the department. Officer Thomas was 95. For more information, visit www. houstonpolice.org

Stop Dumping in Houston’s Sunnyside

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o n ’t d u m p i n o u r neighborhood is what residents in Houston’s Sunnyside are saying. They are sick of people using their neighborhood as a trash can. A new initiative hopes to stop illegal dumping.

New signage will begin going in Houston’s south side reading “No Illegal Dumping” as a deterrent. It is a simple plan but it is hope the new signs coupled an increase fine of up to $4000 will be enough to

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stop the problem. For more information, visit www. stylemagazine.com.

A $1.2 Million Step Toward Graduation for Current Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Scholars

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n conjunction with the upcoming 2015– 2016 school year, nearly 100 current Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo scholars received additional financial support through the Show’s Achievement Scholarship Program. The program allows college students currently receiving Show scholarships to apply for an additional $4,000 per semester, for up to four semesters of their junior and senior years of undergraduate studies. The Achievement Scholarship allows each student the possibility of receiving a maximum of $34,000 in scholarships from the Show. The 2015 achievement scholars include 96 students from nearly 20 different Texas colleges and universities. For more information, visit www.hlsr.com.

Houston Unites Launches Campaign to Support Equal Rights Ordinance

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he Houston Unites launched a campaign to prevent the repeal of Houston’s Equal Rights Ordinance (HERO) on the November ballot. Houston

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is the most diverse city in the country, but is also the only city of its size in the country lacking an equal rights ordinance. HERO’s anti-discrimination protections extend to fifteen separate categories — including race, gender, gender identity, veteran status, disability, age and sexual orientation — and would provide Houstonians with a local recourse to discrimination complaints that is timely, effective and affordable. For more information, visit www. houstonunites.org.

Local Independent Author’s Book Added to College Curriculum for First Time

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ouston’s top community colleges are so impressed with Amazon.com bestselling book “Life Is Not Complicated, You Are” they are adding it to their academic curriculum, a first for an independent author. Lone Star CollegeUniversity Park and Houston Community College finalized separate agreements with the book’s writer, Carlos Wallace.

This fall both schools will incorporate “Life Is Not Complicated, You Are” into their Psychology and Communications programs, respectively. Students at Lone Star College-University Park hail the book as “extraordinary”, “life-changing”, “an inspiring book that helped me deal with depression “and “the most encouraging book I have ever read”. For more information, visit www.carloswallace.com.

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FEATURE

By Jo-Carolyn

Tips for a Successful 2015-2016 School Year

Goode, Managing Editor

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s the minutes and seconds of summer tick away and the days move closer to the start of school, students make the transition from the relaxed, unscheduled days of summer to the busy, routine days of the school year. Parents stock up on paper, pencils, and pens. Students cherish their last late morning z’s and dust off their backpacks. August is here and its time to go back-to-school. The challenge is on to make this year the best ever. How to make that possible may be a little harder to grasp than said so why not get the advice of someone who is on the frontlines of student success, a teacher. Houston Style Magazine talked to HISD 2015 Teacher of the Year, Robert Uzick, for tips on how students can have a successful school year.

Tip 1 – Evaluate your progress from the previous year. Review your work from last year to see what worked and didn’t work with your studies. Examine the things that didn’t work and try to make adjustments.

If things still don’t work out, eliminate them. Also look at the things that worked to see if you can take them to another level. Speak with other classmates to learn how they study and incorporate some of their ideas.

Tip 2 – Never under estimate the power of reading.

Read, read, and read some more is the advice of Robert Uzick, 2015 HoustonISD Teacher of the Year. “Read every single night. Read to an older sibling. Read to a younger sibling. Read to a parent. Read to yourself.

Read to a friend. It does not matter. Read and talk about it. That is the most important across all subjects you have to be able to read,” said Uzick. Also read your class material before class to be better prepared and receptive to the teaching that happens in class.

Tip 3 – Seek help before it is too late. Waiting until the ninth hour for your teacher to perform some kind of miracle to pull an F up to at least a C in a week is just unreasonable. Get help as soon as you see that you are struggle. Part of a teacher’s job is to help struggling students. Uzick said the best time to approach teachers for extra help is before or after school and during their planning period. “They will be more than happy to help you, “ said Uzick.

Tip 4 – Explore different ways of study. Uzick is a big advocate of this since this is how he gets students

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to learn. After studying the material, if the student can write it, draw it, sing about it, and/or teach it to someone you have learned the material. “You are accessing different areas of the brain,” said Uzick if you study in this way. “You are solidifying that content.” He approaches teaching in this way by appealing to different modalities. “Every assignment I have is full of choices, “ said Uzick, who admits that he receives a higher quality of work from students by teaching this way.

Tip 5 – Never give up. Students must learn when things get hard not to give up but keep trying. Your job is not to compete with other students. Your job is to compete with yourself and do your very best. “The most important thing is that you do your best and if you know that you did your best there is no reason to stress on anything else,” said Uzick. “It is really important for the teacher of each class to develop that culture and that community that as long as you try your absolute best that’s all that matters.

We can’t ask for anything more than that.” Uzick is the type of teacher that if he sees a student is trying their hardest, he will do his all to help that student succeed.

Robert Uzick in his classroom

These are just a few tips to start students off on the

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right foot for the 2015-2016 school year. Follow these tips and you are sure to have one successful year.

Robert Uzick is 4th grade science and social studies at Cunningham Elementary School. He has been teaching for 6 years. He loves teaching because it is fun and he loves to see his students get excited about science and learning. For more information, visit www.houstonisd.org.

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BOOK REVIEW

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By Terri

Destiny: Step into Your Purpose

by T.D. Jakes

Schichenmeyer, Literary Writer

round work, you’ve gotten a reputation as the go-to person for certain things.

Everybody has a talent; yours happens to be on the job. People know you’re good, they utilize your ability, and you don’t mind. It’s not a big deal to you, but could there be more to it?

T.D. Jakes thinks so, and in his new book “Destiny: Step into Your Purpose,” he shows how your talents may reveal a new path.

In the moments after leaving a meeting with Coretta Scott King some years ago, T.D. Jakes began to ponder something she’d said about destiny. He “lived a life to which [he] felt drawn.”

That kind of success, he knew, was attainable for everyone.

You have talents that are inherent inside you, says Jakes. You may not understand them. You may call them God-given, dumb luck, or fate, but those talents are your destiny and “… people must learn to live genuine lives that allow them to perform the… tasks they are gifted to do.”

In following your destiny, remember that it’s a process. That doesn’t mean things can’t happen quickly, but it’s unlikely. Time will give you the chance to grow and learn to use your talents to their utmost; just be patient and understand that few things happen when it’s convenient.

Meanwhile, gather all the skills you can get, which “may be just what you need to propel you...” And remember that “the only reason we have steps is to get us to a higher level.”

Learn to prioritize, not just in your tasks but in your relationships, your finances, and in your dreams.

Don’t “fix every problem that comes across your radar.” Know how to handle situations that are important, and “leave behind small thinking.”

Don’t confuse who you are with what you do. Remember that pain and failure are part of the journey, but don’t let them deter you from your destiny and don’t waste a second of your life.

And remember that “Sometimes the best hello to a new opportunity is the goodbye you gave to a dead situation.”

As I see it, there are two main aspects that set “Destiny” apart from other books that line the business shelves at the library or bookstore: it’s perhaps not surprisingly quite faithbased, and it’s very surprisingly quiet in its steadfastness.

Author T.D. Jakes is almost laser-focused-insistent in his urgings for readers, in fact, and that’s not a bad thing. Jakes’ words feel like a giant hand on your back, like an industrial magnet pulling toward success and his advice, though sometimes repetitive, is startlingly intense.

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that’s not a distraction, but there was one thing that did bother me: I saw words on responsibility but not much about what to do if a destiny is misread or, if chased, turns sour.

And so, though I liked this book quite a bit, I would’ve liked to see more of balance.

Still, I can’t argue with pages and pages of fierce inspiration and direction – and that alone could make “Destiny” your go-to book.

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ENTERTAINMENT

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Irma P. Hall On Her Journey to Develop Her Talent

Ponder, Feature Writer

ver since its founding The Ensemble Theatre has encouraged talented and gift artists to follow their dreams no matter where the road takes them. Annually they recognize those who have taken the path less traveled with the Black Tie Gala honoring celebrities and supporters of the mission of the Ensemble Theatre.

Irma P. Hall will be among others honored by the Ensemble Theatre at their 2015 gala entitled “Follow the Dream: Celebrating the Empire.” She expressed her gratitude of receiving the honor by stating that “I’m so honored to get a chance to be there (Houston).

There are so many wonderful young actresses and actors that have done so much more than I have at a young age. I was 36 years old when I got into acting, and I’m looking forward to it. Hopefully I will still get a chance to work at that theater, because I’ve always wanted to, but at least I’ll get a chance to see it.”

Hall was the only child of a Jazz musician and a housekeeper. When she was seven years old, she joined her parents on the Southside of Chicago after living with her grandparents. Hall says that “we had lots of books, lots of music, and lots of love. I owe everything to my parents, because they were always with me to guide me through a lot of stuff, and they were honest... I was encouraged to think a lot.”

After leaving all of Christianity for about ten years, Hall said that she

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eventually went back to the religion that she was most comfortable with. “It’s like God was standing there watching me, and then finally He said, ‘Are you through playing now? Come on home...’

I have a strong belief in God... That is the basis of what I do. I believe that He has made me for a special reason and to do some special thing, and I know it involves teaching, because that’s what I do. I did it in the classroom for almost 30 years, and now I do it on stage and in front of a screen.”

Hall’s acting career blossomed while volunteering for the Dallas Express as a Sports and Entertainment editor. After interviewing Raymond St. Jock and writing an article, he called and asked if she could be a publicist for the film “Book of Numbers.” After he heard

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Hall reading some poetry, he asked her to read for a part that hadn’t been casted yet. Hall got the part of Georgia Brown and was told she had a “natural talent” that needed to be developed. “I was raised to believe that if God gives you a talent, you’re obligated to develop it as much as you can,” she stated.

Her success further grew as she continued to develop in acting. Hall was also impactful in starting a community theater called the Dallas Minority Repertory Theater after she was asked to be the Executive Director. She did whatever she could to make sure she would ultimately connect to the craft of acting. She received the Chicago Film Critics Award by playing the aunt in the movie “A Family Thing” where she worked alongside Robert Duvall and James Earl Jones. She worked almost everyday up until she was in a severe car accident that resulted in eight broken ribs, a punctured aorta that called for open heart surgery, a crushed ankle, and a broken arm. “I began to think ‘This is it, I’m through,’ but they put me back together. I’m still in the process of learning this craft. I’ve been working, and in 2009 I had surgery, because I had breast cancer, but I’m still working.”

Hall said that she got the part of “Big Mama” in the popular film “Soulfood” while in L.A. Two young men, George and Bob, came up to her hotel to show her a script and thought she would be perfect for the part of Mama Jo. She could identify with

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the part considering the fact that the character’s life was so similar to her’s and the people of her family. “I said, ‘You know I’m supposed to do this!’ It was just God. I said ‘This is too close to home. This is something I’m supposed to do.’”

Hall said she has done four or five films this year. She enjoys doing small, independent films. “Since I discovered that my name has a little note and people know who I am, I decided to help new, young, independent film makers get their foot in the door.” The last role she wants to play before she dies is of Mary McLeod Bethune.

Many would be surprised to know that Hall is a big fan of the legendary, California-based rap group N.W.A. “Had we not had N.W.A. not come on, we would never have known what was coming right out of Compton. I know that they’re writing about where they came from and what goes on around them. They’re telling us that this is what is happening in our neighborhoods.”

See Hall receive the Lifetime Achievement Award at the Ensemble Theatre’s Black Tie Gala on Saturday, August 15th at the Hilton Americas-Houston Hotel at 6:30pm.

For more information, visit www. ensemblehouston.com.

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TRAVEL

Panama City Beach: More Than a Spring Break Get Away

By Lisa Valadez, Hispanic Managing Editor

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he beauty that lies within Panama City Beach, Florida goes beyond what you hear from fans of Spring Break; such as how it’s a college area that is ripe for youth and fun for a week in March. Like any great story, there’s more to the subject than what one would see on the cover.

The Seabreeze Jazz Festival may have been my initial end game when traveling to Panama City Beach in late April. A festival that isn’t gigantic to the national landscape, Seabreeze instead plays like a gathering of family and friends, offering plenty of Southern

into full-time residents.

From the outside, the Seabreeze Festival looks and feels like a getaway for anyone not necessarily looking for the hectic back and forth of a normal music festival but a far more adult, relaxed look. The newcomers such as myself were able to enjoy far more than just the festival however. Pier Park, an island locale with a mix of ice creameries and open space plays up to not only the perfect family night out by the beach but also a prime-dating destination as well. Live music, drinks, a serene atmosphere, there was literally

attachments such as food trucks that arrived from places as far as Texas and as short as Atlanta. The ambiance of the festival, in its 17th year with acts such as George Benson, David Sanborn, Al Jarreau, Mindi Abair, Norman Brown and others was not only enough to enamor a Texas girl such as myself but to 25,000 others as well. Seabreeze may be the huge selling point of Panama City Beach during late April; even post-modern with a wristband scanning system that acts as festival currency.

However, the eateries, secluded beaches and more are what make tourists turn

something to do every night at the Pier.

It’s even better to determine where do you go for more than decent breakfast in the mornings too.

National chains don’t give you the full experience when you’re in a new city. Local, popular eateries offer the best glimpse of not only why people enjoy a certain locale or hangout, they offer the best tasting food available with little fun nuances as well. Andy’s Flour Power took the title as my favorite place to sit for breakfast during my stay in Panama City Beach with its small, intimate layout and rich history. You haven’t exactly lived until you try a Pistachio Muffin and learn the origins of why it’s the best selling item at Andy’s.

There’s also Pineapple Willies, Hook’d Pier Bar & Grill, Firefly and more but Andy’s and the muffin they at first couldn’t get off of their hands won out.

while staying at the Laketown Wharf.

Comfort may not even be the word to describe this home away from home.

Furnished, stocked with amenities that remind you of your own kitchen and more, the Wharf acts like a resort in name and literal weekend getaway in every other way. The staff made me feel like family, the views were amazing and I could let my hair down in a paradise that barely seemed like it was a flight away – thanks to United’s direct flight from Houston!

If there’s anything I’ve failed to mention, it’s that a car is a necessity when visiting Panama City Beach. One may be able to fall in love with the city and its surroundings in a weekend but in order to fully grasps its beauty and uniqueness; you have to do it by car.

Oh, and your own exploration without trying to hit the tourist spots.

The charm of Panama City Beach lies within the down home atmosphere, the hidden gems that shine brighter once you get to know them.

For more information, visit www.visitpanamacitybeach.com.

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Florida is known for its beaches. Plain and simple. Camp Helen State Park however outdoes plenty of Florida beaches just by having one secluded beach you literally have to work for.

Located west of Panama City Beach, Helen State Park has a walkway leading to its peaceful, secluded beach. Thing is, you have to undertake the walk (or hike) in order to get there. On the east side lies St. Andrews Sate Park, an area good for camping, boat launching and alligator sight seeing.

Before my direct flight whisked me away from the understated greatness of Panama City Beach, I couldn’t help but sit back and reflect on my week

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HEALTH

By Family Features

How sight affects learning in children, teens

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s children and teens gear up for another year of studies, parents should be aware of often overlooked obstacles that may hinder academic success: vision problems.

Challenges with learning and performance

Living in a visual world, almost 80 percent of what children learn through age 12 is from their sense of sight. In order to succeed in common activities, such as learning at school, reading, playing sports and being engaged in everyday activities, kids call on more than 15 visual skills.

For children, the most

Make Vision Health a Priority common vision issues are known as refractive errors, such as astigmatism, farsightedness and nearsightedness.

These issues are more common than you may think – affecting 1 in 4 school age kids. Such problems, when left untreated, can hinder a child’s ability to learn in

school.

In fact, studies conducted by the National Institutes of Health and the National Eye Institute reveal that over 60 percent of students with learning problems have undiagnosed vision abnormalities that contribute to their difficulties.

Eye exams for every child According to the American Optometric Association, children should receive their first eye exam by age 1, a second at age 3 and another before beginning kindergarten. From then on, students should have a yearly comprehensive exam to evaluate their total vision.

While some students may receive a yearly screening from a school nurse,

the American Foundation for Vision Awareness reveals that such exams only identify 5 percent of childhood vision issues.

Be aware of the signs

As a parent or caregiver, being aware of common health concerns in your children is part of your job. But are you aware of the warning signs for bad vision? Consider the following symptoms that indicate a child may have a vision problem: • Complains frequently about headaches or tired eyes • Avoids activities that require near vision, such as reading or homework • Avoids activities that require distance vision, including participation in sports or play activities • Sits too close to the TV or holds a book close to the face • Loses place or skips words while reading • Squints or tilts head to see better

• Writes uphill or downhill • Finds it difficult to copy material from the whiteboard

If any of these warning signs are detected, parents or caregivers should schedule an appointment with an eye care professional for a comprehensive exam to evaluate the child’s vision and identify any necessary treatment options.

Proper vision care is essential for overall health and wellbeing for children of every age.

View videos and learn more about kids’ vision needs by visiting www. ameritasinsight.com.

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BACK TO SCHOOL Cortesy of StatePoint

Tips to Supplement Kids’ Learning at Home

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here’s no reason that learning should stop once the bell rings. When concepts are reinforced at home, not only do children learn faster, they are better prepared to excel in school.

Whether your children are in preschool or are already in grade school, there are many bright ideas out there that can give kids an extra academic edge: Explore Your World

Your world is a classroom that can provide an abundance of lesson plans.

Start in your own home by exploring key concepts around the house. From using measuring cups in the kitchen to identifying shapes in the playroom, there are lessons to be learned in every room.

The new “Get Ready for School” series by DK includes “I’m Ready for School,” an interactive book that helps toddlers practice colors, numbers and more. Proceeds from the book series support PBS KIDS, which uses the power of media to help prepare children for success in school and in life.

Once you’ve mastered the house, take the show on the road. Visit museums, the aquarium or even the park around the block for learning opportunities.

Play Games

Encourage the idea that learning is fun by introducing educational games into your child’s daily routine. Games are a great way to make lessons stick and help a child grasp new ideas.

Check out “Get Ready for School Games: Number Memory,” a math card game that show numbers 1-10 arranged in set order with everyday objects and number words to help toddlers practice adding and taking away up to 10, sharing, and grouping. It’s an easy-to-understand visual approach to real-life problemsolving. A companion game, “Color Match,” introduces kids to words and colors with timed memory challenges and activities.

Also consider “The Incredible Math Games Book,” which blurs the lines between practicing math and play. With interactive games like “Find the Fraction,” “Subtraction Action,” and Dancing Dice,” kids can learn key math concepts minus the homework.

Write a Story

Help your budding writer find her literary voice by encouraging her to write fictional stories or report on “news” events from around the neighborhood for the house newspaper. Make sure she is well-equipped to handle her writing assignments with the help of a classic reference tool, DK’s Merriam-Webster Children’s Dictionary -- now updated and revised to include modern words like “smartphone,” “MP3” and “graphic novel,” as well as new countries, borders, flags and cities.

Music Lessons

Round out your child’s education with music lessons, which can improve motor skills, build self-confidence and help impart cultural values. Many music stores rent instruments, which can be a low commitment way to test out your child’s interest. Check out options for lessons in your area or even just find free tutorials online.

When the school day is over, don’t let young minds go on strike. Through activities, music and even games, you can make stress-free learning happen roundthe-clock.

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CULINARY

By Yolanda Pope, Feature Writer

Houston Rockets’ Executive Chef Teams with the National Pork Board

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ts grilling season, the temperatures are well into the 90’s and yet this is the time of year when the stove is turned off and the backyard barbeque pits are turned on. Whether one prefers the old fashioned fire or the propane grill, everyone can appreciate a healthy meal. Also, for those of us who enjoy meat, believe or not, one of the healthiest meats to grill is pork.

In fact, in an effort to help educate consumers on how to cook pork in healthier ways, the National Pork Board has enlisted the expertise of Chef Rey Darthard, who is also the Executive Team Chef for The Houston Rockets. His primary responsibility is to execute the daily meals for the players and coaches; he works jointly with the team’s nutritional and strength coach. Prior to his current position, from 2011 to 2014 Rey was the Executive Team Chef for the Astros. Prior to his stint with the Astros, Chef Rey owned his owned restaurant, c a t e r i n g company, and he was the private chef to former Houston Rocket Tracy McGrady.

Although cooking has always been a passion of Darthard, he has worn different hats in his adult c a r e e r. H e spent 15 years in the Oil and Gas Industry at a large firm after earning a degree in engineering from Texas A & M University.

Chef Ray Darthard O n e o f t h e missions of The National Pork Board is to “encourage Americans to spice up this year’s grilling celebrations with the unexpected flavor of lean, heart-healthy pork cuts.

Incorporating healthier options into everyday occasions is important – especially for African Americans who disproportionally suffer from several heart disease categories such as high blood pressure and high blood cholesterol.”

As a consultant on the National Pork Board, Chef Rey is charged and passionate about his role, growing up in the south his family raised pigs and ate pork on a regular basis. Moreover, Rey is educating the community by sharing some healthy grilling recipes. These facts and recipes can be viewed by visiting the website: http://www.porkbeinspired.com/grillcrashers.

Furthermore, this talented culinary artist is the author of “How Life Comes Together – The Journey of Becoming Chef Rey”; his latest book, “Food Meets Athlete” debuts October 6, 2015. Visit his website: www.chefreynold.com to read his blog, view his products, and learn about upcoming guest appearances.

For more information, http://www.porkbeinspired.com/grillcrashers or http://www.chefreynold.com/chefs-blog/. visit Thanks for reading, follow me on Twitter @YPEatingW/Style and keep up with all of the local events by to www. stylemagazine.com.

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B&B Butcher’s Restaurant Gives A Great Steak Experience

By Monica Jones, Special to Style

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t’s no secret that the great state of Texas is known for its admiration and hefty consumption of beef. With area staples such as Killen’s in Pearland, the addition of B&B Butcher ’s

beef.

That said if you’re looking for a succulent piece of meat and luxurious atmosphere in a steakhouse look no further than B&B Butcher’s Restaurant.

O u r E a t W i t h Style Recommendations:

The Wagyu beef selections, dry aged sirloin steak, and the Chicken Fried Prime Pork Chop. In addition to a surplus of meat options there are seafood selections to balance out the menu. B&B Butcher’s prides itself in using top

Gearhart Ranch Wagyu Filet

Restaurant propels Houston to the top of the list of cities to dine out for a great steak experience. The newly opened B&B (named after creator Benjamin Berg), located at 1814 Washington Ave., takes the renovated Dittman building and twists it into a rustic touch with a modern flair in the choice of furnishing and décor. Charming and gifted with the ability to disarm guests upon initial glance, B&B welcomes guests into an open-seated area that includes several high top tables, a full bar with the floorto-ceiling glass and an enclosed wine rack which serves as one of its most striking features. The staff, attentive, knowledgeable and well dressed in custom white butchers coats, make the “Dining Out In Style” experience spectacular. The dual concept butcher shop and upscale steakhouse created

by Berg, former General Manager of the infamous Smith & Wollensky chain, delivers the perfect environment for steak lovers by paying specific attention to the pairings with the featured star:

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quality ingredients, as all of their lobster selections are delicacies imported from South Africa. B&B’s offers larger-thangenerous portions although the menu provides plenty of options to share one of their flavorful steaks. Indulge in a prime filet mignon or split a dry-aged USDA prime porterhouse for two and be sure to save room for B&B’s equally appetizing sides such as onion rings, sautéed spinach, mac & cheese, or classic creamed spinach.

If the quality of the food and service isn’t enough be sure to stop

by B&B’s for a refreshing specialty cocktail paired with breathtaking views of the Houston skyline on the rooftop patio. It makes the perfect backdrop for a romantic dinner or your next corporate meeting and that’s what B&B attempts to offer with every serving. A touch of class mixed in with a few Houston-sized quirks and personality.

For more information about B&B Butcher, visit www.bbbutchers. com

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The Houston Independent School District will receive Competitive Sealed Proposals from contractors for work at Sharpstown High School. The work includes, but is not limited to, asbestos abatement, demolition, earthwork, site utilities, concrete and pre-cast concrete, structural steel, masonry, roofing, mechanical, plumbing, and electrical, finishes, elevators, fire suppression, and exterior improvements.

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The Competitive Sealed Proposal process will be utilized as authorized in Senate Bill 1093, Legislative Session 83-2013, Ch. 2269, Subchapter D, of Texas Government Code. The Competitive Sealed Proposal process enables HISD to select contractors on the basis of price and qualifications/methodology.

M/WBE Forms, schedules and statements, as required by Section AB of the RFCSP and in accordance with the Office of Business Assistance, will be received at 12:00 noon, Wednesday, September 2, 2015 in the Board Services Office, 4400 West 18th Street, Office of Board Services, Room #C1, Houston, TX 77092.

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ENTERTAINMENT

By Erica

Houston’s Rising Star Katlynn Smith

Ponder, Feature Writer

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hen Houstonians have stars of Hollywood in their eyes their footsteps often led them to the Ensemble Theatre’s stage. When Katlynn Simone Smith was young child her mother saw her daughter’s star-filled eyes. Seeing visions of Hollywood in her daughter’s eyes and noticing her love for singing and music, Katlynn’s mother took her very shy daughter to the Ensemble Theatre to develop her gift.

“I started getting into school plays and I realized that I liked it, and I opened up a little bit, so I kept going with it and I fell in love,” she explained.

Her first role ever and one of her most diverse roles she’s ever played was a young figure skater that dealt with the horrors of child molestation. “It was so deep for me at the time. I had a very happy life and I had never dealt with anything that deep before, but it was awesome, because I ended up finding out later that the director of the film actually went through something similar as a child. So I just felt like even at that young age, I had like a huge responsible and I felt good telling other people’s story.”

Katlynn landed the role of The Game’s Brittany Pitts, Jason and Kelly’s troubled daughter, by stepping out on a limb with her father and finding a flight to L.A. for the next day at 11pm that night. In spite of showing up three hours

late for the audition, the casting director allowed her to audition. Although “BritBrat” is considered to be extremely bad and spoiled by many viewers, Katelyn was able to view something in her character that reflected something different. “I just started to realize she was going through so much... the fame of her dad playing for a football team, and then later on her parents had marital issues and broke up. Then her father started seeing a whole new woman, and she was an only child surrounded by a lot of adults all the time, never really getting that much attention, because her mom really loved attention herself, so there was a lot of things going into how she acted. Now, I think you get to see a more mature side of her, and she shows a bit more vulnerability and niceness to the character.”

It is for her body of work and her potential to grow even more in the industry that Katlynn Simone Smith will also be among the influential guests that are to be honored by the Ensemble Theatre. Katlynn will receive the Rising Star Award. The thought of receiving this award is just “crazy” to the young actress since she spent a lot of time at the Ensemble Theater. “I appreciate them for everything, because they’re a reason why I am who I am... I was just crying.

I’ve been to so many events out here in L.A., the BET Awards and everything,

and it’s not even the same feeling as beings invited to a place that you grew up,” said Katlynn. Noting that they taught her how to be the actress she wanted to be, Katlynn said, “I’m just so blessed and thankful. I can’t wait.”

Katlynn’s family can hardly wait either. As a child, Katlynn spent most of her life in Pearland and had an extremely “cultured” upbringing. It is because of her background that she considers herself to be different from other actresses because she brings something different to the table. “Of course most of my family is in Houston, but I have family in Hawaii. I have family in Louisiana. And between the food, the music and the type of people, I always had so much to experience from every single culture... I am surprised didn’t have anyone in the family that was really into the arts as far as performing, but music was always a really big part of my childhood.”

Now Katlynn lives in L.A. “I definitely have a different vibe to me as opposed to other actresses that don’t come from the South. I’m definitely really old school as far as ‘yes ma’am’ and ‘no ma’am,’ and I just bring a lot of that with me to the table, but I also love a challenge when it comes to acting, so any role that’s as different from me are usually the ones that are like ‘okay, that’s what I wanna do,’” she said.

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talent. She has some musical chops.

Katlynn wants to continue growing in her music so that she connect it to her acting career in some kind of way.

“One of my favorite shows out right now is Shameless, so if I find out I’m on Shameless, that would be awesome.

Even like Empire or a musical in general would be awesome,” she said.

Although her musical inspirations are Beyoncé and Toni Braxton, her biggest inspiration is her mother. Aside from acting and music, Katlynn has a passion for cooking. She would love to do a traveling if possible.

See Katlynn receive the Rising Star Award at the Ensemble Theatre’s Black Tie Gala on Saturday, August 15th at the Hilton Americas-Houston Hotel at 6:30pm. For more information, visit www.ensemblehouston.com.

MICKEY LELAND FEDERAL OFFICE BUILDING HOUSTON, TEXAS

50th Anniversary of the 1965 Voting Rights Act Press Conference Photography by Vicky Pink

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n Thursday, August 6, 2015, Houston Style Magazine was on hand at the Mickey Leland Federal Office Building for the 50th Anniversary of the 1965 Voting Rights Act press conference. This year is the 50th anniversary of the 1965 Voting Rights Act, which prohibits racial discrimination in voting. Fellow Texan President Lyndon B. Johnson signed it into law. A re-enactment of the signing of the Act by President Johnson was conducted with a day of voter registration at designated sites. Some in attendance were Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee, Jewel Prestage, LaDonna Harris, Davina Horace, Kelly Hodges, Jew Don Boney, Gerald Womack, Sherry Browning, State Rep. Ron Reynolds, Kim Topps, and Brandon Dudley.

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HISD – Full-Page AD TEMPLATE Competitive Sealed Proposal Notice For Middle School Restroom Renovations Project Number: #15-03-08 Houston Independent School District (HISD) The Houston Independent School District will receive Competitive Sealed Proposals from contractors for restroom renovations for a total of 3 Middle Schools. See also the advertisement for Project #15-03-09 which is for restroom renovations for a total of 3 other Middle Schools.

The general scope of work provides new toilet partitions, toilet accessories, wall repairs, new flooring, and ceiling replacement/ wall finishes in specified locations. The Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) scope consists of new water closets, urinals in specified locations, automatic flush valves to existing water closets, hot water to existing restrooms, hand dryers, and exhaust fans, as required.

Project #15-03-08 is a three-school package. Proposals are due for both project numbers no later than Wednesday, August 26, 2015, 2:00 p.m., 4400 West 18th Street, Office of Board Services #C1, Houston, TX 77092. The price proposals will be opened and the amounts read aloud.

Middle Schools Locations Clifton MS, 6001 Golden Forest, Houston, TX 77092 Henry MS, 10702 East Hardy, Houston, TX 77093 Welch MS, 11544 South Gessner, Houston, TX 77071

Assigned Architect Per Middle School VCS Architects (Derrick Vaughn) 281.271.7116, Ext. 101 VCS Architects (Derrick Vaughn) 281.271.7116, Ext. 101 English + Associates Architects, Inc. (Matt Duggan) 713.850.0400

Request for Competitive Sealed Proposal (RFCSP), which includes plans and specifications will be available beginning Monday, August 10, 2015, and may be obtained from A&E The Graphics Complex 4235 Richmond Avenue, Houston, TX 77027 v. 713-5791007, f. 713-576-2210 upon a refundable deposit of $200.00 for each set of plans and specifications. Documents in portable document format (pdf) are also available from A&E The Graphics Complex on disc for $50.00. Deposit checks should be made payable to HISD. Please direct all questions regarding construction documents to the Architect assigned for each middle school.

The Competitive Sealed Proposal process will be utilized as authorized in H.B. No. 1093, Legislative Session 83-2013, Ch. 2269, Subchapter D, of Texas Government Code. The Competitive Sealed Proposal process enables HISD to select contractors on the basis of price and qualifications/methodology.

M/WBE Forms, Schedules and Statements, as required by Section AB of the RFCSP, and in accordance with the Office of Business Assistance will be received at 12:00 Noon, Thursday, August 27, 2015, in the Office of Board Services #C1, 4400 West 18th Street, Houston, TX 77092. PROPOSALS SUBMITTED WITHOUT M/WBE FORMS PROPERLY COMPLETED WILL BE CONSIDERED NON RESPONSIVE. A Pre-Proposal Conference will be held Tuesday, August 18, 9:00a.m., 3200 Center Street, Houston, TX 77007.

Following the Pre-Proposal Conference, Site walks will be conducted at three (3) of the six (6) Middle Schools (MS). Starting at Henry MS, 2nd Clifton MS, and 3rd Welch MS. Site walks for the remaining three schools will begin at 9:00 a.m., Wednesday, August 19, 2015, starting at Hartman MS located at 7111 Westover, Houston, TX 77087. Site walks will continue with 2nd Thomas MS, and concluding with the 3rd Fondren MS. For additional information regarding these projects, please contact Mr. Raymond Hooks, rhooks@houstonisd.org.

Drawings and Specifications for the RFCSP may be reviewed at the following Houston locations: Associated General Contractors, 3825 Dacoma Street, Houston, TX 77092, (713) 843-3700 HISD Construction Services Office (Bond), 3200 Center Street, Houston TX 77007, (713) 556-9250 McGraw Hill Construction/Dodge, www.construction.com Virtual Builders Exchange, 3910 Kirby, #131, Houston, TX 77098, (832) 613-0201

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CHILDREN’S MUSEUM HOUSTON, TEXAS

Honey Brown Hope’s Wake Up and Vote Photography by Vicky Pink

n Thursday, August 6, 2015, Houston Style Magazine was on hand at the Children’s O Museum of Houston for Honey Brown Hope Foundation’s Wake Up and Vote: Civil Rights Hero Meet and Greet. The event that was a partnership between Honey Brown

Hope Foundation’s “Wake Up and Vote: Civil Rights Hero Meet and Greet” and the Children’s Museum of Houston’s “Summer of Epic Adventure – Forces Unite” herothemed series had thousands of youth and families flock to the museum on the 50th Anniversary of the Voting Rights Act to hear from Civil Rights Icon Mamie King-Chalmers who marched with Dr. King, no relation. The event also featured onsite voter registrars to register voters. Fox 26’s Damali Keith emceed the event with Zelda Dashiell and the Community of Faith Youth Choir providing entertainment. Some in attendance were Tammie Campbell, Shar-day Campbell, Doyle Burley, Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee, State Rep. Senfronia Thompson and Lane Lewis.

XFINITY STORE HUMBLE, TEXAS

Humble Xfinity Store Grand Opening Photography by Vicky Pink

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n Saturday, August 8, 2015, Houston Style Magazine was on hand at the Humble Xfinity Store grand opening. The 4,000 square foot store features self-service kiosks for customer service needs and has 11 employees. According to Ralph Martinez, senior vice president of Comcast’s Houston Region, the store is a $600,000 investment in the Humble community. City of Humble Mayor Merle Aaron and City of Humble council member Norman Funderburk were on hand to celebrate the opening of the new store.

Some in attendance were the Houston Texans Cheerleaders and Bryce Kennard.

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HISD – Full-Page AD TEMPLATE Competitive Sealed Proposal Notice For Middle School Restroom Renovations Project Number: 15-03-09 Houston Independent School District (HISD) The Houston Independent School District will receive Competitive Sealed Proposals from contractors for restroom renovations for a total of 3 Middle Schools. See also the advertisement for Project #15-03-08 which is for restroom renovations for a total of 3 other Middle Schools.

The general scope of work provides new toilet partitions, toilet accessories, wall repairs, new flooring, and ceiling replacement/ wall finishes in specified locations. The Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) scope consists of new water closets, urinals in specified locations, automatic flush valves to existing water closets, hot water to existing restrooms, hand dryers, and exhaust fans, as required.

Project #15-03-09 is a three-school package. Proposals are due for both project numbers no later than Wednesday, August 26, 2015, 2:00 p.m., 4400 West 18th Street, Office of Board Services #C1, Houston, TX 77092. The price proposals will be opened and the amounts read aloud.

Middle Schools Locations Fondren MS, 6333 South Braeswood, Houston, TX 77096 Hartman MS, 7111 Westover, Houston, TX 77087 Thomas MS, 5655 Selinsky, Houston, TX 77048

Assigned Architect Per Middle School Courtney Harper + Partners Architects (Courtney) 713.521.3321 Robert Adams Architects (Robert Adams) 832.453.4682 Robert Adams Architects (Robert Adams) 832.453.4682

Request for Competitive Sealed Proposal (RFCSP), which includes plans and specifications will be available beginning Monday, August 10, 2015, and may be obtained from A&E The Graphics Complex 4235 Richmond Avenue, Houston, TX 77027 v. 713-5791007, f. 713-576-2210 upon a refundable deposit of $200.00 for each set of plans and specifications. Documents in portable document format (pdf) are also available from A&E The Graphics Complex on disc for $50.00. Deposit checks should be made payable to HISD. Please direct all questions regarding construction documents to the Architect assigned for each middle school.

The Competitive Sealed Proposal process will be utilized as authorized in H.B. No. 1093, Legislative Session 83-2013, Ch. 2269, Subchapter D, of Texas Government Code. The Competitive Sealed Proposal process enables HISD to select contractors on the basis of price and qualifications/methodology.

M/WBE Forms, Schedules and Statements, as required by Section AB of the RFCSP, and in accordance with the Office of Business Assistance will be received at 12:00 Noon, Thursday, August 27, 2015, in the Office of Board Services #C1, 4400 West 18th Street, Houston, TX 77092. PROPOSALS SUBMITTED WITHOUT M/WBE FORMS PROPERLY COMPLETED WILL BE CONSIDERED NON RESPONSIVE. A Pre-Proposal Conference will be held Tuesday, August 18, 9:00a.m., 3200 Center Street, Houston, TX 77007. Following the Pre-Proposal Conference, Site walks will be conducted at three (3) of the six (6) Middle Schools (MS). Starting at Henry MS, 2nd Clifton MS, and 3rd Welch MS. Site walks for the remaining three schools will begin at 9:00 a.m., Wednesday, August 19, 2015, starting at Hartman MS located at 7111 Westover, Houston, TX 77087. Site walks will continue with 2nd Thomas MS, and concluding with the 3rd Fondren MS. For additional information regarding these projects, please contact Mr. Raymond Hooks, rhooks@houstonisd.org.

Drawings and Specifications for the RFCSP may be reviewed at the following Houston locations: Associated General Contractors, 3825 Dacoma Street, Houston, TX 77092, (713) 843-3700 HISD Construction Services Office (Bond), 3200 Center Street, Houston TX 77007, (713) 556-9250 McGraw Hill Construction/Dodge, www.construction.com Virtual Builders Exchange, 3910 Kirby, #131, Houston, TX 77098, (832) 613-0201

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FADIS GRILL HOUSTON, TEXAS

Meyerland Democrats Reception with Congressman Joaquin Castro Photography by Vicky Pink

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n Wednesday, August 5, 2015, Houston Style Magazine was on hand at Fadis Grill for a reception saluting the Meyerland Area Democrats with special guest Congressman Joaquin Castro. As the keynote speaker for the event, Congressman Castro spoke about passing the baton on to the next generation of leaders in the Democratic Party. Some in attendance were Art Pronin, Sue Davis, Marty McVey, Lane Lewis, Don Bankston, Chris Brown, State Rep. Ron Reynolds, and Congressman Al Green.

HILTON AMERICAS HOTEL HOUSTON, TEXAS

UHBAA 25th Celebration Photography by Vicky Pink

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n Saturday, August 8, 2015, Houston Style Magazine was on hand at the Hilton Americas-Houston Hotel for the University of Houston Black Alumni Association’s 25th Annual Scholarship & Awards Celebration. Under the theme “Connecting the Past, Inspiring the Future,” UHBAA honored Edose Ohen with the Rising Star Award and Sharmagne Taylor with the Above & Beyond Award. Several current University of Houston students received scholarships. LaToya Silmon emceed the event that featured Grammy-nominated R&B recording artist, Carl Thomas and neo-soul sound of UH student, Kendall Russell as entertainment. Rushion and Cicely McDonald served as honorary chairs for the event. Some in attendance were the Honorable Sylvester Turner, Andrea Porter, Dr. Kelly Singleton, Phyllis Bailey, Charlene Johnson, Brandon Wiggins, Chrystal Rivers, Karen Hauser, Janelle Brown, Stacie Hawkins, the Honorable Jarvis and Andrea Hollingsworth, Leonard Baynes, Dr. Elwyn C.Lee, Mike Pede, Erica Henderson, De Rose and Wayne Luckett, and April Day.

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BUSINESS BRIEFS

Halliburton Donates $5 Million to Texas A&M to Support Global Study Abroad Program

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GM Marks Tech Center’s National Historic Landmark

alliburton has given a gift of $5 million to the Dwight Look College of Engineering at Texas A&M University to establish the Halliburton Engineering Global Program, which will provide students with international experiences so that they are better prepared to work and succeed in a changing global economy. The new program will include faculty-led study abroad programs, industrial internship experiences overseas and research experiences at overseas academic institutions and laboratories. For more information, visit www. engineering.tamu.edu

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ith officials from the U.S Department of the Interior, National Park Service and Michigan Historic Preservation Office on hand, General Motors unveiled a 5-foot-tall, 1,200-pound bethel white granite marker of its Technical Center’s selection as a National Historic Landmark. The campus was selected for the honor because it possesses national significance as one of the most important works of famed architect Eero Saarinen. The dedication of the marker, which required a crane and several people to guide it into place, also was attended by Executive Vice President of Global Product Development, Purchasing and Supply Chain Mark Reuss and Vice President of GM Global Design Ed Welburn. For more information, visit www.gm.com.

METRO Sells $115 Million of Bond for Vehicle Purchases

Verizon to Be Honored With Award For Leadership in Hispanic Television

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erizon will be honored with the 2015 Award for Leadership in Hispanic Television at the 13th Annual Hispanic Television Summit, set for October 22 at the Park Central Hotel. The annual award, presented by Broadcasting & Cable and Multichannel News, recognizes the company for its significant and on-going commitment to the business of television for Hispanic audiences. This year, for the first time, the Hispanic Television Summit is one of the signature events that make up New York City Television Week, which also includes The Next TV Summit & Expo, The Content Show, Advanced Advertising and the Broadcasting & Cable Hall of Fame. For more information, visit www.portada-online.com

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lue Bell’s Alabama plant has already been given the green light to start production and new product has been loaded to trucks for distribution. So that naturally made Texans wonder when would H-E-B return here? According to Texas grocery store H-E-B Blue Bell ice cream could returned to its shelves as soon as mid-September.

Although H-E-B does not know which locations will receive the first shipments, they have been in close communication with Blue Bell to orchestrate the return of the ice cream to stores. For more information, visit www.stylemagazine.com.

Space Center Houston Announces Opening of International Landmark

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ETRO sold $115,060,000 of bonds on Aug. 11, 2015 with Cabrera Capital Markets and Citigroup as co-senior managers. All-in total cost was 2.09%. The bond proceeds will be used to purchase 150 new buses and to refund $60 million in commercial paper. By refunding the commercial paper, METRO will be protecting itself from rising interest rates and will save approximately $340,000 in annual fees by consolidating commercial paper programs. The order period generated approximately $375 million in orders from more than 20 institutional investors. For more information, visit www.ridemetro.org.

The new venue name is Revention Music Center.

Through artist meet and greets, access to the VIP club and the ability to make tickets available for events at the theater, Revention employees will join in on the thrill of being up close to the live music experience. A custom renovation of the venue space is in progress, with a new viewing area being designed, to be called The Revention Suite. The Revention brand will be fully integrated across the venue, including with the installation of Revention point-of-sale technology and equipment within the theater. For more information, visit www.revention.com

Houston Methodist Opens New Family Medicine Facility Near Sienna Plantation

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ouston Methodist Primary Care Group is opening a new location near Sienna Plantation and Lake Olympia to better serve residents of Missouri City and surrounding areas. The new facility – located at 8330 Highway 6 just west of Sienna Parkway – opens September 14, 2015, with three family medicine physicians: Adelola Ashaye, M.D., Kerry Laursen, M.D., and Jessen Rajan, M.D. The state-of-the-art facility will offer patients of all ages a wide range of medical services in a convenient location. To make an appointment with Dr. Ashaye, Dr. Laursen or Dr. Rajan, call 281.276.0653 or go to houstonmethodist. org/pcg.

Live Nation Venue in Downtown Houston Gets New Name: Revention Music Center

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ive Nation Entertainment and Revention announced a new multi-year naming rights deal to the premier indoor music theater located in downtown Houston.

pace Center Houston will open the new international landmark Independence Plaza on Jan. 23. The eight-story-tall multiple-exhibit complex is the biggest project for the nonprofit since the center opened in 1992 and features a shuttle replica mounted on top of the first shuttle carrier aircraft. The announcement comes on the anniversary of the first free flight of a shuttle on Aug. 12, 1977, when Enterprise was released from atop what is now Space Center Houston’s shuttle carrier aircraft, NASA 905. For more information, visit www.spacecenter.org.

Fittipaldi Owns 1st Free Standing New York Chick-Fil-A

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scar Fittipaldi, the Argentinean owner of ChickFil-A franchises in Philadelphia, was chosen among 20,000 applicants to helm the first freestanding Chick-Fil-A restaurant Oscar Fittipaldi in New York City. The restaurant will be the chain’s biggest U.S. location with three stories and 5,000 square feet in Manhattan’s Garment District at the corner of Sixth Ave and 37th St. For more information, visit www.latinoloop.com.

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