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Celebrate National Vodka Day With a Sip of Texas' First Sweet Potato Vodka

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Friday, September 30, 2022
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HOUSTON, Sept. 30, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Jubilee Spirits, a new Black-owned, Houston-based premium alcohol and spirit company, has brought a rare treat for vodka drinkers to market with General Orders No.3 (GO3) Vodka ; Texas' first craft distilled sweet potato vodka, blended and bottled in Houston.

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  • HOUSTON, Sept. 30, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Jubilee Spirits, a new Black-owned, Houston-based premium alcohol and spirit company, has brought a rare treat for vodka drinkers to market with General Orders No.3 (GO3) Vodka ; Texas' first craft distilled sweet potato vodka, blended and bottled in Houston.
  • GO3 Vodka was recently awarded the Silver Medal at the 2022 New York World Wine & Spirits Competition.The new handcrafted vodka offers a rich, full-bodied flavor, with refreshing buttery notes and a mild hint of sweet caramel that combine to form a super smooth, luxury vodka experience.
  • The ultra-premium 80 Proof vodka, small batch distilled in the heart of Houston's 5th Ward, is a sweet potato vodka blended with russet potatoes and Texas sweet corn.
  • "The sweet potatoes bring a richer body and a slightly earthy, delicate sweetness to the flavor that really sets it apart from other grain and potato vodkas on the market," said Jubilee Spirits Co-founder Ron Lockett II.

The Historical Deluxe Theater, Home Of The United State's First Interracial Art Exhibition, Presents: You Are Art: A Love Letter To 5th Ward, Featured Works By Mark Francis, As It Centers Community.

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Thursday, August 11, 2022
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The DeLUXE Show is now 5th Ward Cultural Arts District's annual art exhibition with a continued focus on the community, powered by the mantra, "Art for the People."

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  • The DeLUXE Show is now 5th Ward Cultural Arts District's annual art exhibition with a continued focus on the community, powered by the mantra, "Art for the People."
  • "When these people move away or travel from their homes, the stories and experiences always keep the best parts of the physical place alive.
  • "I will also use other adornments in the works, such as synthetic hair, gold foil, earrings, necklaces, and more."
  • This exhibition is presented by the 5th Ward Cultural Arts District and sponsored by the Fifth Ward Community Redevelopment Corporation.

National Battle of the Bands Drives $12.3 Million Economic Impact for Houston Including Over $100K for Minority Vendors

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Tuesday, August 9, 2022
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HOUSTON, Aug. 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Pepsi National Battle of the Bands presented by Toyota (NBOTB) today announced it has helped to provide over $100,000 in revenue for minority-owned businesses in Houston, Texas.  NBOTB contracted with nine minority-owned businesses for the 2021 edition of the annual marching band showcase, which generated a total of $106,290.56 in revenue for the small businesses. NBOTB is proud to support these local minority-owned businesses by contracting with them for various products and services including signage, apparel, catering, and marketing, among others. Partnerships with minority-owned businesses for the 2022 NBOTB event are already underway.

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  • "The National Battle of the Bands takes great pride in supporting local and minority-owned businesses in the lead up to the competition and during the event," said Derek Webber, Executive Producer, National Battle of the Bands.
  • "We choose to pour back into the local economy as much as possible by working and partnering with minority business owners.
  • About National Battle of the Bands: Enhancing the exposure of Historically Black Colleges & Universities marching bands, while developing students through music and education, the NBOTB is an annual musical showcase.
  • The National Battle of the Bands' mission is to enhance the exposure of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) and their marching bands, the roles they play in educating aspiring musicians, and developing future leaders.