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How Alfred L. Cralle revolutionized ice cream serving with his invention

By Sterling Haynes Because of the ambitions of a Blackman, you can enjoy frosty cold “scoops” of ice cream. Alfred L. Cralle was an African American& businessman& and& who invented the ice cream scoop in 1897. Cralle was born on Septe...

Tyler Perry Halts $800 Million Studio Expansion Due to “Mind-Blowing AI Video Generation Tool,” Expects Massive Job Loss

Axelle/Bauer-Griffin/FilmMagic Tyler Perry, the entertainment mogul known for his extensive filmography and ownership of one of the largest film studios in the United States, has placed a monumental $800 million expansion of Tyler Perry Studios o...

Gale Jones-Carson takes reins as Interim President/CEO of Memphis Urban League

The Memphis Urban League (MUL) has announced Gale Jones Carson as their new interim President and CEO, following the retirement of former leader Tonja Y. Sesley. This significant appointment marks a new chapter for the organization, known for its com...

Gale Jones-Carson takes reins as Interim President and CEO of

AFRICAN AMERICAN HISTORY MONTH: ‘Hidden Figures’ pioneering mathematician never counted herself out

y Lauren Victoria Burke — Katherine Johnson, the legendary NASA physicist and mathematician, played a pivotal role in helping the U.S. land men on the moon during the space race in the 1960s and was portrayed by actress Taraji P. Henson in the 2017 f...

Discover the secret to enhancing wine taste with Riedel’s fine wine glasses

Wanda Haynes, Certified Sommelier I was told by my mentor in the wine industry that wine tastes better in a fine wine glass. This didn’t hold much thought for me until I drank wine from a high-quality wine glass. Bells and whistles went...

Grizzlies give Clippers a run for the money but fall short in final minutes, 101-95

With the All-Star Break in the rearview, the NBA has cranked back up again. For the Grizzlies, that meant a Feb. 23 battle with the Los Angeles Clippers. With 26 games left in the season for the Grizzlies, the three key things they want to accomplish...

What to watch this Weekend: Mea Culpa, Ordinary Angels, Avatar, and more

Contributed Sit back and relax. The weekend is finally here and like always, we got you covered. “Ordinary Angels” is playing at your local theater, and stars two-time Oscar winner Hilary Swank. MOVIES (IN THEATERS) ORDINARY...

Biden Administration Announces $1.2 Billion in Student Debt Forgiveness

By Stacy M. Brown NNPA Newswire Senior National Correspondent@StacyBrownMedia In a significant move to alleviate the burden of student debt, the Biden administration revealed on Wednesday its decision to automatically forgive $1.2 billion in s...

Celebrate black vegan history with Afro-Vegan Society’s Veguary program

Contributed by Afro-Vegan Society BALTIMORE, MD – The Afro-Vegan Society (AVS) is celebrating Veguary, a free month-long celebration of Black vegan history, culture, diversity and progress, throughout the month of February. The 29-day pr...

In This Week’s Digital Edition: Jackson State’s $800K Bill, ‘Street Takeovers,’ and an Ernest Withers documentary

You may be aware that we’ve gone digital — we now only print our actual newspaper once a month — look for the latest edition next week. But for those who still like the look and feel of our print product, check out the latest editio...

YWCA of Greater Cincinnati receives $5m in NMTCs for new IPV shelter

Contributed Uptown Consortium, Inc. (UCI) has allocated $5 million in Federal New Markets Tax Credits (NMTCs) to the YWCA of Greater Cincinnati as part of UCI’s NMTC Program. This is financing the renovation of a vacant apartment building in Upto...

Motor, Voter: MATA and Elections Commission team up to offer FREE rides to polls TODAY

In an effort to increase voter accessibility, the Shelby County Election Commission and Memphis Area Transit Authority (MATA) have teamed up for a unique initiative. On February 23, 2023, they will offer free bus rides across Memphis, coinciding with...

Cincinnati Fish Fry app is live

Contributed It’s the Lenten season in Cincinnati, which can only mean one thing: fish fry Fridays are back (that, and someone you know has given up chocolate for the next 40 days). So many churches — plus assorted savvy eateries — in Greater Cinc...

Health Care Advocates Unveil Historic Obesity Bill of Rights

By Lindiwe Vilakazi | Washington Informer NNPA NEWSWIRE — In efforts to create a supportive ecosystem for people facing chronic obesity nationwide, an influential collection of public health groups, aging experts, and leading consumer advocates...