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Children in Martindale-Brightwood are about to embark on an enriching, nature-centric learning journey. This morning, PNC Foundation representatives inaugurated the initiative at the Edna Martin Christian Center, unveiling plans for nature-themed pla...
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Indiana legislators have implemented a historic tobacco tax increase to tackle a $2 billion budget gap. Starting July 1, 2025, the tax on cigarettes will rise by $2 per pack, expected to yield roughly $800 million, mainly for Medicaid expenses. Thoug...
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May marks Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month, and the Asian American Alliance, Inc. (AAAI) is inviting residents of Indiana to join in the festivities. The month opens with a captivating light and sound show downtown on May 1. AAAI will p...
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The Birmingham Times honors key events and figures on April 24, 2025, including historical moments shaping Birmingham’s rich cultural legacy. From civil rights milestones to local community highlights, this day reflects the city’s enduring spirit and...
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Lori Williams, who aspired to be a firefighter since childhood, celebrated her passion in an interview with the New Pittsburgh Courier on April 21. Recently, an alleged arsonist, Cody A. Balmer, attempted to ignite the Governor's mansion while Gov. J...
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Iconic R&B ensemble, the Spinners, will headline New Horizon Theater's annual gala. Jessie Peck, who joined the group 18 years ago, recalls his lifelong passion for music that began with Motown hits. The Spinners have deep Pittsburgh connections...
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Ernest Cole is renowned for his poignant depictions of life under South Africa’s brutal apartheid. His pivotal 1967 work, *House of Bondage*, showcased his defiance against the oppressive regime, leading to exile and censorship. A rediscovered archiv...
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Since the 2023 Supreme Court ruling halting race-conscious admissions, over 440 anti-DEI bills emerged across 42 states. DEI, embodying the principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion, tackles systemic injustices seen in housing, education, and he...
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Protesters rallied outside the United Nations in September 2024, voicing dissent against the Iranian regime, displaying images of women victimized by executions. Following Mahsa Amini's tragic death in 2022, the "Woman, Life, Freedom" movement unveil...
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On Thursday, the Alabama Senate modified and approved a contentious bill altering the membership and criteria for the Birmingham Water Works Board. This board, which services five counties, will transition to a regional authority. Senate Bill 330, ch...
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Birmingham Police Chief Michael Pickett made his homecoming on Thursday, warmly received by administrators, students, and faculty at Miles College during a Gun Violence Prevention discussion with state Senator Merika Coleman, D-Birmingham. He urged s...
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Hoover school officials, alongside the Finley Committee, proudly announced Nia Brown as the recipient of the prestigious 2025 Finley Award, honoring her exceptional character amidst 700 seniors at Hoover High School. This announcement transpired duri...
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Renowned for his courageous efforts as a Memphis firefighter, Adrian Davis has transformed personal hardship into a catalyst for community change. Awarded the prestigious 2022 Firefighter of the Year, he founded Community Service Leaders of America (...
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Nashville, TN. (TN Tribune) - Rushton Stakely proudly announces that Dennis R. Bailey, Alan T. Hargrove, Jr., William S. Haynes, and Frank J. Stakely have earned the title of “Lawyers of the Year” in the 2023 edition of The Best Lawyers in America®....
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Knoxville, Tenn. (TN Tribune) - Attorney Ben Crump labeled the incident involving Daevon Saint-Germain as Knoxville's Breonna Taylor case. The 18-year-old, aspiring entrepreneur, lost his life tragically in January when police burst into his home, re...