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In Norfolk's Southside, the Southside Farmers Market launches this Sunday, promoting environmental justice and community health. This initiative addresses food insecurity affecting 1 in 4 children in Hampton Roads. Collaborating with Norfolk State Un...
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The U.S. Agriculture Department is discontinuing pandemic-era programs that allocated over $1 billion for schools and food banks to source local food. This decision threatens budgets for underfunded meal programs and local farmers, impacting children...
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The fight for free speech often masks a deeper issue: the silencing of diverse perspectives. Politicians champion free expression while banning books and erasing curricula. This contradiction undermines the true essence of the First Amendment, reveal...
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Anika Noni Rose, the voice of Princess Tiana, expressed her disappointment after Disney canceled the animated series "Tiana." In her Instagram post, she thanked fans for their support and urged them to show their desire for a "Princess and The Frog"...
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Pizza enthusiasts in Indiana can rejoice! The inaugural Indianapolis Pizza Festival will take place on August 9 at Monument Circle. Enjoy unlimited tastings, live entertainment, and a competition to crown the best pizza. Tickets go on sale March 12,...
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The Southside USCT Coalition will host a Community Resource Fair on March 15 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in Southeast Indianapolis. Attendees can access vital services like employment opportunities, eviction help, and youth programs. Food trucks and activ...
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Indiana's Recycling Market Development Program awarded $3.7 million to five organizations to enhance recycling efforts across central Indiana. Notable projects include American Metals’ equipment for processing rare elements, ERI’s solar panel recycli...
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The Board of Public Works has approved a contract for universal curbside recycling in Indianapolis, starting in 2028. Lakeshore Recycling Systems will manage solid waste collections across seven districts, while Indy DPW maintains the remaining four....
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I navigate numerous challenges, notably resisting the urge to be confined by societal labels. My core identity as a Christian and proud Black man encompasses diverse roles, including father and grandfather. Embracing complexities, I believe in self-d...
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President Trump’s renewed fiscal agenda prioritizes tax cuts for the wealthy while undermining social safety nets for vulnerable communities. His budget proposals exacerbate inequality, projected to deepen racial disparities and threaten the financia...
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Pittsburgh's primaries are on May 20, with the General Election set for Nov. 4. Voters will choose a mayor, council members, and judges. Key positions include Democrat Ed Gainey seeking re-election. Independent candidates must file by Aug. 1. Stay up...
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Music unites us, transcending barriers and fostering belonging. The Indianapolis Symphonic Choir's 2025 performance, "Voices of the Spirit," will embrace all with pay-what-you-can pricing. Experience works by Margaret Bonds, Aaron Copland, and Leonar...
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At 88, Jesse Jackson continues to champion civil rights, recently crossing Selma's Pettus Bridge with fellow leaders to honor “Bloody Sunday.” His Southern roots profoundly influenced his activism and presidential campaigns, making him a pivotal figu...
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February transcends being merely Black History Month; it embodies a reflection on significant milestones in human rights. Key events include the Greensboro sit-ins, the ratification of the 15th Amendment, and Nelson Mandela's release, all vital in sh...
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Pittsburgh School Board Director Devon Taliaferro praised Mayor Ed Gainey’s contributions to local education and community equity. During a recent event at Hysyde Lounge, supporters rallied for Gainey's re-election, emphasizing his commitment to dive...