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Houston, TX
Joined April 2009
Check out our latest book picks from Michelle Obama, Hill Harper, Ta-Nehisi Coates, and more—powerful reads on resilience, identity, and community. https://t.co/wrs6NPIiOe
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Garlynn Grant turned a setback into a comeback—now she’s District Offensive Player of the Year with 1,000+ points. @GarlynnGrant
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APOL1 Genetic Testing at No Cost to Patients! Are you incorporating APOL1 genetic testing into your workflow? Discover No-Cost APOL1 Genotyping Program for eligible patients sponsored by Vertex Pharmaceuticals. Learn more today!
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Black farmers in Houston are fighting food deserts and teaching families to grow their own food. How would our community change if everyone had that power? https://t.co/OO94myBecb
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HISD may hand seven top schools to private operators, raising fears that Black and Brown students could be left out. Should public schools be run privately if access is at risk? https://t.co/K6A21mA0qy
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This year’s Celebration Bowl is about more than a title—it’s legacy and brotherhood. Prairie View and South Carolina State face off under coaches Jackson and Berry, both proud Omega men who rose from DII. @coachjack212
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$4B Lost in Memecoin Scam. Tokens like MELANIA & LIBRA exploited celebrity names to lure investors into a pump-and-dump scheme. Thousands lost billions. Read the full story.
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We lost a legend. Jimmy Cliff’s music carried generations through struggle, hope, and joy. Which song of his impacted you most? https://t.co/FaOEHwSd7b
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50 Cent’s new Netflix doc, Sean Combs: The Reckoning, digs into decades of allegations and power in hip-hop. Will it bring real accountability—or just spark more controversy? https://t.co/hP2fHt7xZ7
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Chef Chris Williams is fighting food insecurity with 400,000+ meals, a community farm, and job-training programs. How do we support more leaders creating change like this? @LucillesFood
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Houston’s Amiri Barnes flipped from Texas State to Washington State, choosing trust, culture, and growth 2,000 miles from home. @whois_amiri
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Silver is at record prices… This silver mine in Texas just went public in the USA… Stock code is 🇺🇸 BKBMF. So why is Black Bear Minerals our Stock Pick of the Year? Disc: 1,883,118 BKBMF Shares Held
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Magic is blooming in Third Ward. Brittany Mayfield grew a porch plant hustle into Third Ward Blooms—and now she’s aiming even higher. How does her journey inspire you to dream bigger? https://t.co/790gGBoCwc
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Prairie View head coach Tremaine Jackson leads his team to the Celebration Bowl, defying expectations and proving their doubters wrong. https://t.co/MJ3ZSub6OF
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Texas just cut over 11,000 minority- and women-owned businesses out of a key program by replacing HUB with VetHUB. Big economic ripple effects are coming. Is this a step forward—or a serious setback for Texas? https://t.co/ZejGzc6GxV
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Houston’s At-Large 4 runoff is about the city’s future. Boykins brings experience; Salinas brings fresh ideas on affordability and safety. What kind of leader do you think Houston needs right now? https://t.co/7aEA9gKutP
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Lenders can more easily work with state and local agencies to find grants and programs that may help borrowers afford a home thanks to our streamlined resources. Learn how.
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Texas just got a jolt—Jasmine Crockett is betting big on voters who feel ignored. With the state shifting and the GOP divided, she says it’s time for a bold new kind of leader. Is Texas ready for that kind of change? https://t.co/J2Yo7Sq3eW
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Rest in power, Dr. Rod Paige. Houston lost a giant whose leadership and commitment to education opened doors for generations. His legacy will continue to guide and inspire our community.
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Singer-songwriter Dria Thornton fought her way into the industry. Now, her team, The Frontrunnaz, is landing major credits and creating hits for artists like Rihanna, Kanye, and Miley. @DriaThornton
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Houston Mayor John Whitmire risks losing his own party’s support after fundraising for GOP Rep. Dan Crenshaw. Should Democrats punish him—or is bipartisanship worth it? https://t.co/w3UB0uvG8v
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The Supreme Court is letting Texas move forward with a congressional map that many say weakens Black and Latino political power. Does this protect democracy—or undermine it for millions? https://t.co/dh3EqoIryA
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HBCUs are losing top players to bigger programs with bigger NIL bags, forcing coaches to rebuild their rosters every season. With the transfer window shrinking to just 15 days in 2026, can HBCUs keep their stars—or will the talent drain only get worse? https://t.co/SVEg00Fhuh
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Despite a tough year for Black students, community wins shine—dedicated teachers, Reading Rainbow returning, rising grad rates, SNAP restarting, and students still pushing for college. What matters more—policy or community strength? https://t.co/J86dNpOLA6
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