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‘Something We Said: Richard Pryor, A Notorious Word, and Me’ by Elizabeth Stordeur Pryor
This read is perfect for fans of this genre, or Richard Pryor, or of language — and it’s going to make you think
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Mary O’Neal finds a home at JR’s Bar & Grill
I take pride in making people smile and helping them forget their stress, even if it’s just for a little while. It’s about creating memorable experiences and meaningful connections.
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Thank you, Stephen Colbert
I’ll be watching when the final episode of The Late Show with Stephen Colbert airs May 21, probably with a wet tissue in one hand and a stiff drink in the other.
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MUSIC FOR THE SOUL
“Fiddle Dave” performs Saturday afternoons at 2 p.m. for High Tea at the Grand Galvez Resort and returns to Lucky Lounge for special events and evening performances.
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The Diana Foundation elects Gianna Ramirez
While it is beyond humbling to be the very first trans person to be elected to The Diana Foundation’s Board of Governors, I know I will not be the last.
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Crazy times, erratic, nonsensical leadership
Iran never did anything to America. The war with Iran is hugely unpopular and expensive for Americans, yet both major parties support it in the Senate and House.
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‘Black Out Loud’
The Revolutionary History of Black Comedy from Vaudeville to ‘90s Sitcoms’ by Geoff Bennett By Terri Schlichenmeyer Wait. Did you hear that right? Yes, you did – and it was
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Compassionate Houston celebrates 15 years
Through its programs such as Compassionate Integrity Training, Project Kindness, and Compassion Week, the organization is building practical pathways for compassion to take root across the region.
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ISHIDA DANCE COMPANY ANNOUNCES waiting/REX WORLD PREMIERE
“The dancers weaved pure magic in the air, and you could almost hear jaws dropping as they moved…” wrote Brett Cullum, Broadway World.
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Vegas Van Cartier
By Johnny Trlica The Miss Gay Texas USofA Classic title has been held by many legendary entertainers. Sweet Savage, Dina Jacobs, Amber Nixx, Lawanda Jackson, Kofi, Layla LaRue, Lana Blake,