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MEMPHIS, Tenn. – Carolyn Bailey Champion, community leader and civil rights advocate, has passed away.
She managed Dr. Champion’s Pharmacy and was the daughter of the Lorraine Motel's original owners, now part of the Civil Rights Museum.
Family hon...
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Texas Senator Brandon Creighton introduced Senate Bills 12 and 1565, targeting diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in public schools. The proposed bills, following Governor Abbott's endorsement, aim to restrict DEI initiatives, affecting hiring, p...
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Zachery Chavis, a former Norfolk school coach, is now driving workforce development at MSI Surfaces in Suffolk. Using skills honed in coaching, he’s leading the company’s expansion and shaping a culture of teamwork and innovation.
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Renowned soul and R&B legend Angie Stone, famous for hits like No More Rain (In This Cloud), tragically passed away due to a vehicle accident. Her career, spanning over four decades, left an indelible mark on music and film. Memorial details will...
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At 92, Hazel Dukes, a revered civil rights icon and NAACP leader, has died.
Her son, Ronald, confirmed her passing, noting her family's presence.
“Mom tirelessly championed justice nationwide,” he stated.
A Lifelong Advocate for Justice
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Birmingham launches the D.U.M.M.Y campaign to tackle illegal trash dumping, encouraging residents to report offenders. Mayor Woodfin shared a video highlighting the issue. Councilor Williams emphasizes enforcement, with $500 fines and penalties for v...
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Leonard Peltier, 80, freed by Biden's commutation, vows ongoing activism for Indigenous rights. Convicted for 1975 FBI agent killings, he maintains innocence. Now on house arrest in North Dakota, Peltier plans activism training and art sales. His rel...
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The USDA briefly halted its 1890 National Scholars Program but quickly resumed it after criticism. Targeting rural students, it offers scholarships at historically Black universities. Initially ending March 1, applications now close March 15. More in...
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Siobahn Day Grady leads the new Institute for AI and Equity at North Carolina Central University. A faculty member since 2019, she teaches information science and co-directs the Center for Data Equity
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Seeking a compassionate caretaker? Escape the hectic nursing home environment and rekindle your passion. Join us to care for a wonderful individual. Five days a week, five hours daily, offering $30/hr. Interested candidates, please reach out to Ronni...
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On February 22nd, Les Gemmes, Incorporated, Nashville Chapter, hosted a transformative workshop. Reverend Jeff Obafemi Carr inspired the 'Jewels' with insights on Black History and civil rights. Ms. Sydnei Page Everett emphasized self-care's role in...
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NASHVILLE, Tenn. (Feb. 27, 2025) — Dr. Joseph Webb, CEO of Nashville General Hospital, resigned ahead of a crucial board vote on his contract. An audit exposed financial mismanagement, highlighting unapproved contracts and policy violations. Webb, un...
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By Candace Higginbotham | doingmoretoday.com
Regions Bank's History in Motion celebrated Black History Month, honoring retired Lt. Gen. A.C. Roper, the first African American in the Army Reserve to achieve a three-star rank. Roper's commendable care...
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The University of Alabama at Birmingham will host the Alabama State Spelling Bee on March 22, 2025. Sponsored by the Alabama Kiwanis Foundation, 52 students will compete for the title. The private event, held at UAB, offers the winner a trip to the N...