Mighty Colts party, raise funds for scholarships
On Sunday, April 13, members of the Evan E. Worthing Alumni Association hosted their annual “Night of Jazz” gala and scholarship fundraiser. The gala, held at the Bayou City Event Center, was a combination party, old school R&B and jazz concert and several mini reunions. Ladies were adorned in beautiful evening attire, and gentlemen were […]
TSU student wins Golden Gloves
Deontae Simmons won the The Progressive Amateur Boxing Association Houston Golden Gloves Championship in the 165lb sub-novice weight class. The win was impressive because Deonte had to fight and win five nights in a row. What’s more four of his five wins were by TKO! That feat landed him the “Most Outstanding Boxer” award in […]
Spotted at Sunnyside Park: Play Ball
Saturday, March 29, marked the 7th opening day for the South Central Little League. Proud parents and friends looked on as excited players and coaches paraded onto the field to take part in the ceremony. The South Central Little League has been providing baseball opportunities for the past 13 years. The league was organized by […]
Alabama Garden rooted in service
Neatly tucked away right off Alabama and Ennis, is a 1.25 acre pastoral oasis of organic gardening paradise. That is the location of the famous Alabama Community Garden. This Third Ward landmark is home to 56 individual rows of assorted vegetables and fruit trees. The idea of the garden was the brainchild of Mr. Verious […]
Spotted on Cullen: Hey Watermelon Man!
There are certain people in the community who we all see, and don’t really know. Take for instance, the watermelon man up on Cullen next to Dr. Poindexter’s dental office. He’s been there a while. How long? Well, let me put it in perspective. When the watermelon man started doing business on Cullen, Richard Nixon […]