Category : Black Owned Newspapers And Blogs

Eiteljorg Museum receives Funding from AES to reduce energy use

The Eiteljorg Museum of American Indians and Western Art is taking steps to reduce its overall energy use as part of its commitment to environmental sustainability. Eiteljorg has had an overall 18% reduction in its electricity consumption, and in re...

Minority Business Highlight: Stephanie Franklin turned her passion into a career with Fly Wines

Stephanie Franklin decided to leave her corporate job in tech and turn her passion for wine into a business. Now, she has created Fly Wines, a wholesale and distribution company providing unique wines. Franklin partners with independent wineries...

IRT presents R. Eric Thomas’ new play

“The Folks at Home,” a new sitcom-style play by R. Eric Thomas, explores themes of family and relationships through comedy. Making its Indianapolis debut, the modern family comedy play takes the stage of IRT during the theater’s 51st season, mark...

Shannon Sharpe spotlights his career for Steward Speaker Series

Off the heels of NBA All-Star Weekend, NFL Hall of Famer, sports commentator and weekly podcast host of “Club Shay Shay,” Shannon Sharpe was a guest speaker for this year’s Steward Speakers Series. This year’s theme was influenced by studies that...

Sacred Places Indiana awards $2 million in grants to help historic churches in Indiana

Sacred Places Indiana (SPI) awarded over $2 million in grants to help seven historic churches and congregations in Indiana to address repair needs with their buildings. SPI is one of the many programs administered by Indiana Landmarks, the nation...

This Weekend in the Arts: March 1-3

March is creeping in with warmer temperatures, signaling an early spring in Indianapolis. From First Fridays to live theater, jazz shows and vintage festivals, here is a look at just a few events and activities going on in and around Indianapolis fo...

Gainey, Scirotto take the next steps in combating gun violence

MAYOR ED GAINEY, POLICE CHIEF LARRY SCIROTTO Mayor Ed Gainey says ‘comfortability’ is not an option & After nearly 800 days on the job, you’d probably feel very comfortable on your job. But not Ed Gainey. Actually, don’t even act li...

A Texas court ruling on a Black student wearing hair in long locs reflects history of racism in schools

America’s schools don’t always welcome cultural expression. MoMo Productions via Getty Images by Kenjus T. Watson, American University A Texas judge ruled on Feb. 22, 2024, that the Barbers Hill School District didn’t violate the law when it punished...

Take control of your health

The Center for Disease Control’s recent “Working to Improve the Health of Black Communities: Addressing Disparities in Diabetes and Cardiovascular Disease” event provided valuable information on preventing and maintaining these dan...

NAATC bringing ‘Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom’ to Indy stage after 40 years

“Legendary blues meets risky business trapped in a chokehold of racism” in Naptown African American Theatre Collective’s next production. Written by August Wilson, “Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom” is the next production to take the stage during NAATC’s...

RIP To WWF Legend Virgil

Michael C. Jones has died. The Wilkinsburg, PA native was an enigma to many fans of professional wrestling around the world. As “The Million Dollar Man” Ted Dibiase’s well-dressed and pumped valet, Jones was best known as “Virgil.” Jone...

Pittsburgher and WWF legend Virgil has died

by Thomas Leturgey & Michael C. Jones has died. The Wilkinsburg, PA native was an enigma to many fans of professional wrestling around the world. As “The Million Dollar Man” Ted Dibiase’s well-dressed and pumped valet, Jones was...

African American Heritage Society brings state exhibit

By Jo Ann McClellan MAURY COUNTY — In 2023, the African American Heritage Society of Maury County shared some aspect of African American history with the public each month. Some projects were sponsored by the Society and others were collaborat...

Willa Dorsey Taylor passes at age 99

Willa Dorsey Taylor passed away on February 12, 2024, at the age of 99.& She is survived by her daughter, former Metro Council Member and State Representative Edith Taylor Langster, son Wallace (Sandra) H. Taylor, Jr., five grandchildren, fi...

United States Supreme Court avoids new Affirmative Action and LGBT rights cases

By Ivan Sanchez WASHINGTON, DC — The United States Supreme Court recently abstained from ruling on three cases that could have significant impacts on race-neutral admissions, military readiness, and LGBTQ rights. Since the passing of Justice R...