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The story of Nearest Green is a powerful history lesson. As the Black master distiller behind Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Whiskey, Green’s legacy is now celebrated through Uncle Nearest Premium Whiskey—a billion-dollar brand honoring his genius. In the 1...
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Nearest Green’s story is a testament to hidden history finally brought to light. As the first Black master distiller, Green crafted the foundation for Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Whiskey. Today, his legacy is celebrated through Uncle Nearest Premium Whis...
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Long before recognition came, Nearest Green’s expert distilling shaped a world-famous brand—Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Whiskey. As a Black slave in the 1850s, Green’s talents flourished across Lynchburg farms, crafting whiskey during the grain surplus e...
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Nearest Green’s genius once fueled Jack Daniel’s rise, and today, it powers the billion-dollar Uncle Nearest Premium Whiskey brand. A master distiller and a former slave, Green’s skills in the 1850s made him a legend among Tennessee farmers. His arti...
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The legacy of Nearest Green, Jack Daniel’s original master distiller, lives on in Uncle Nearest Premium Whiskey—a billion-dollar brand born from honor. In the mid-1800s, while enslaved, Green perfected the craft of whiskey distillation across Tenness...
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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,...
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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...
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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, spotli...
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In 2003, Ray Allen, a top NBA shooting guard, excelled with the Milwaukee Bucks. Despite his skills, a strained relationship with coach George Karl led to Allen's shocking trade to the Seattle SuperSonics. There, Allen thrived, notably sparking a riv...
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Rasheed Wallace, a versatile basketball talent, left Portland for the Atlanta Hawks, only to be traded to the Detroit Pistons on Feb. 19, 2004. His addition proved pivotal, leading the Pistons to an NBA championship. Wallace shares a laugh with Rich...
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President Trump's executive orders dismantling federal DEI initiatives are disheartening yet unsurprising, reflecting his longstanding opposition. These measures reverse decades of civil rights progress. DEI aims to correct societal inequities, not d...
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Lee’s Summit reflects the troubling rise in extremist ideologies infiltrating education. School Board Vice President Eslick's conspiratorial Facebook post targets Black parents and journalists, echoing racial stereotypes. This underscores the urgent...
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(By James B. Ewers Jr. Ed.D.) A new administration now leads Washington DC, with Republicans in control. Democrats face internal challenges. Kamala Harris's future remains a topic of speculation. Dr. King's legacy inspires us to seek justice and equ...
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Advocates argue DEI policies foster fairness and innovation, benefiting all. Trump’s executive order eliminating DEI in federal agencies faced backlash for undermining civil rights and economic equity. Critics, including the CBC, labor unions, and ci...
