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Memphis City Council unanimously passed a joint ordinance to broaden pre-K programs to encompass all 3-year-olds. “Currently, it only serves 4-year-olds. We aim to include 3-year-olds and support families of all income levels,” stated Kandace Thomas,...
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In South Florida, Trailblazers debuted a powerful new tradition with its inaugural “Homage to Sankofa,” a celebration rooted in the African proverb that reminds us to “go back and fetch it.” The event united educators, students, and cultural leade...
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Lula “Mae” Reeves, a trailblazing Black entrepreneur in Philadelphia, designed custom hats for over five decades. Her famous clients included stars like Eartha Kitt and Lena Horne. Remarkably, she turned her shop into a polling station, championing v...
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Malik S. Allen Funeral service will be held March 29th . Deacon Eddie Burke Funeral service will be held March 29th LeShaun D. Inman Funeral service will be held March 29th . Michael Miller Funeral service will be held March 29th . The post Ca...
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Archie Brown, Jr. – 92 Funeral service was held March 22nd at Brown’s Tempel FBH Church with Apostle Ral Waltoer officiating. Shelia Gwenay Claye – 63 Funeral service was held March 20th at James C. Boyd’s Memorial Chapel with Pastor Pierre Exa...
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Robert Lee “Chin” Davis, 78, was honored March 20 at McWhite’s Funeral Home Chapel. Claricia Sterlin Francois’s service took place March 22 at St. Clements Catholic Church. Nermine Maud Henry, 88, was remembered at Restoring Grace Community Church. M...
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As the Women’s Foundation for a Greater Memphis (WFGM) marks its 30th anniversary, it embodies a legacy of empowerment and transformation. Rhonda Langston, director of Communications and External Affairs, stated, “This milestone celebrates WFGM’s end...
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“Harnessing Black wealth is vital for prosperity, akin to safeguarding Democracy in America.” - John Johnson II. In 2024, Black Americans possessed $5.39 trillion, placing them third worldwide. Focusing on financial literacy, entrepreneurship, and co...
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Letter to the Editor By Jake Pickering Defiant Americans protesting Elon Musk’s overpriced Teslas are not terrorists; they’re patriots. As Tesla’s stock plummets, we resist oppression from Trump and Musk. We, the people, will rise victorious, rej...
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Last week, we discussed the significance of breaking generational silence among Black women. This journey extends beyond acknowledgment, requiring intentional healing and community support. Embracing therapy, mindfulness, and open dialogue fosters pe...
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1) What is the only sin deemed unpardonable in scripture? 2) How do the ‘gifts of the spirit’ differ from the ‘fruit of the spirit’? 3) What does “crucify oneself” signify? 4) Why was Abel’s offering superior to Cain’s?
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Rev. Dr. Jamal Harrison Bryant's boycott of Target has rallied 150,000 supporters, prompting over 100 Black vendors to withdraw their products. This Lent-inspired movement aims to challenge Target's perceived neglect of the Black community, resulting...
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Mia Love, the pioneering Black Republican woman in Congress, died at 49 in Saratoga Springs, Utah, with family by her side. Elected in 2014, she prioritized principles over party loyalty. Despite her glioblastoma diagnosis in 2022, her inspiring lega...
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(By AAUP News Photos: YouTube Screenshots\Wikimedia Commons) On March 27th, Columbia University Irving Medical Center will host faculty and students voicing concerns about federal funding cuts. The American Association of University Professors and AF...
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Spring brings fresh beauty trends focused on glow, confidence, and boldness. Embrace dewy skin, pastel eye makeup, plush lips, bold blush, minimalist nails, and feathered brows. From skincare-infused foundations to playful nail designs, this season o...
