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Tennessee Playwrights Studio (TPS) is thrilled to announce the TPS 2025 Virtual Reading Festival, taking place on May 15, 17, 29, 30, and 31 at 7:00 p.m. CST. This public event boasts complimentary admission and highlights the remarkable 2024 TPS Fel...
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Martindale Brightwood faces a looming health crisis as House Republicans advocate for $880 billion in Medicaid cuts over the next decade, ostensibly to finance $4.5 trillion in tax incentives. This proposed bill imposes new eligibility criteria, incl...
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Alphonso Bailey epitomizes resilience with his motto, “down but not out.” After losing his father, he lost his way, facing incarceration. However, boxing transformed his fate. As the executive director of the Down But Not Out (DBNO) Foundation, he ce...
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Up to 500 women can engage in pioneering breast cancer research by contributing healthy breast tissue during the All-Star Cure on July 12-13. Hosted at Indiana University’s Simon Comprehensive Cancer Center, this event coincides with the AT&T WNB...
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On Wednesday, a state court acquitted three former Memphis police officers of all charges concerning the 2023 death of Tyre Nichols, a 29-year-old Black man. The jury delivered a not guilty verdict for Demetrius Haley, Tadarrius Bean, and Justin Sm...
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In light of the Trump administration's reductions to civil rights initiatives and public safety financing, House Democrats are appealing to the Justice Department to preserve the Community Relations Service, known as “America’s Peacemaker.” Founded b...
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Dr. Amos C. Brown expressed vehement opposition to the Smithsonian’s decision to return significant artifacts he lent, including a vital Bible and a comprehensive account of Black Americans. In his appearance on Let It Be Known, he raised alarm over...
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In Spring 2018, acclaimed actress and author Denise Nichols initiated the Longwood Writers Workshop, gathering passionate writers eager to hone their craft. Nichols, known for her distinguished roles in “Room 222,” “Baby, I’m Back,” and “In the Heat...
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Black America is reveling in a groundbreaking announcement that is resonating across the Vatican and New Orleans: Pope Leo XIV, previously Cardinal Robert Prevost of Chicago, boasts Black and Creole ancestry. Genealogist Jari Honora confirms his mate...
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During May's Mental Health Awareness Month, a notable shift occurs as numerous prominent Black women candidly address a once-taboo topic within their communities. Increasingly, these influential figures not only disclose their struggles with chronic...
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Both Democratic mayoral candidates in Pittsburgh are experiencing a surge in support from independent groups spending over $600,000 on their behalf. Incumbent Mayor Ed Gainey and Allegheny County Controller Corey O’Connor are benefitting from untrace...
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Pope Leo XIV addressed a significant gathering of journalists on May 12, 2025, in Vatican City. Genealogist Jari Honora is investigating his extraordinary lineage, revealing connections to New Orleans' Creole community and Haiti through his grandfath...
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Embracing outdoor activities, even briefly, can significantly enhance mobility and prolong life, according to research. Experiencing fresh air is vital for physical and mental well-being. The CDC highlights that regular exercise aids in stress reduct...
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Every week, Veronica “Ronnie” Tolliver shares her passion for line dancing with individuals throughout the D.C. area, enlivening gatherings like reunions and weddings. “Everybody’s interested in learning,” she asserts, highlighting the thrill of move...
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Social media is flooded with self-proclaimed "financial gurus" who promote the idea that forming an LLC is a fast track to wealth. This portrayal is misleading; merely having a business name and paying a fee do not ensure success. True prosperity ari...