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Media's Mirage: Revealing the Truth Behind Trump's Perceived Popularity

The Popularity Deception: Unveiling the Media’s Distortion of Trump’s Enduring Appeal highlights a disconnect between media narratives and Trump’s actual public support. Despite widespread media portrayal of unpopularity, Trump’s economic achievements and foreign policy successes resonate with many....

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Celebrating Nearest Green: Whiskey Pioneer and Trailblazer

Before fame found him, Nearest Green shaped American whiskey history. As Jack Daniel’s original master distiller, Green’s skills turned Tennessee’s grain into gold. Though enslaved during the 1850s, his mastery spread across Lynchburg farms. Today, Uncle Nearest Premium Whiskey and bestselling books...

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Whiskey’s Unsung Hero: The Legacy of Nearest Green

Nearest Green’s extraordinary whiskey-making talents quietly fueled the global success of Jack Daniel’s. In the 1850's, Green, an enslaved Black man, mastered distilling during a time when grain surpluses drove whiskey production in Tennessee. Today, his impact shines through Uncle Nearest Premium W...

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Patrick Ewing's Historic Career Milestone in Black Sports History

New York Knicks legends include stars like Walt Frazier and Bernard King. Yet, Patrick Ewing remains iconic. Ewing energized Madison Square Garden fans on May 22, 1994. Though titleless, his dedication on both ends was unmatched. Notably, on Feb. 21, 2000, he surpassed Elgin Baylor, achieving 16th...

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Ralph Yarl, Andrew Lester, and America's Enduring Racial Violence Legacy

Andrew Lester's death sparked relief for many, highlighting systemic injustice against Black lives. Ralph Yarl, a Black teen, was shot by Lester, inciting outrage and exposing racial bias in media coverage. Community protests demanded justice, spotlighting the ongoing struggle against racial terror...

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Local and National Leaders Unite: Advancing Equity and Justice Goals

City Manager Kimberly Tolbert urged attendees at the Equity Indicators Symposium to climb for broader vision, highlighting environmental justice as a key focus. Addressing systemic barriers, she encouraged action, while Councilwoman Carolyn King Arnold criticized resource misallocation. Emphasizing...

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Transforming Dreams into Action: Inspiring Students with Filmmaking

Trenton Starks revitalized New Tech High School's film program, transforming an unused facility into a thriving hub for student creativity. With a focus on real-world skills, students learn filmmaking from concept to production. Starks emphasizes diversity and representation, creating opportunities...

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Dallas Fire-Rescue Unveils Innovative Pre-Hospital Blood Transfusion Trial

Dallas Fire-Rescue has initiated a pioneering EMS Blood Transfusion Pilot Program, in partnership with Parkland BioTel and the American Red Cross. This program delivers life-saving blood transfusions to trauma patients before hospital arrival, significantly boosting survival rates. Blood units are s...

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Exploring Trust: Robert Kennedy's Impact on Health Care

(NNPA) – Trust erosion undermines democracy, says ex-Surgeon General Regina Benjamin on Robert Kennedy Jr.'s controversial Senate confirmation as Health Secretary. Despite his anti-vaxxer stance, he champions preventative medicine. Benjamin stresses prevention's importance and telemedicine as a solu...