Category : Black Owned Newspapers And Blogs

Pierce cast in new ‘Superman’ film

By Ron Wynn NASHVILLE, TN — Wendell Pierce has long been one of Hollywood’s busiest and most versatile character actors, equally able to excel in a leading or supportive role. But last week he landed a spot on one of the more eagerly awaited and...

Nashville Chapter of Les Gemmes Literary Luncheon Hit Makers! May 18

NASHVILLE, TN — The Nashville Chapter of Les Gemmes 17th annual Literary Luncheon is filled with Hit Makers.& From the phenomenal co-chairs, the Honorable Karen Johnson and the dynamic co-chair Dr. Candra Clariette, as well as the nearly 50 cha...

Oz Arts Nashville welcomes Rave Lucid

By Logan Langlois NASHVILLE, TN — Oz Arts Nashville welcomed electro dance performance Rave Lucid from the international dance company Mazelfreten’s last weekend or one of the only two stops made by the young company in the United States. The dan...

Fawn Walker-Montgomery: Have we compromised our way out of Black Liberation? A local perspective

by Fawn Walker-Montgomery Social justice has taken center stage in Allegheny County in recent years, shedding light on critical issues that disproportionately impact the Black community. While this increased awareness is a positive step forward, it h...

NAC Hosts Black History Month & Scholarship Program

The NAC Save Our Youth Foundation honors Clarence F. Nelson Jr. and outstanding students with scholarships, featuring esteemed speakers and a vibrant celebration of African-American achievement." #BlackHistoryMonth #ScholarshipProgram #AchievementC...

Legal Advertising Bids and Proposals 3-6-2024

ALLEGHENY COUNTY SANITARY AUTHORITY LEGAL NOTICE CONTRACT NO. 1794 SEWER IMPROVEMENT CONTRACT 2024 Sealed Bids for CONTRACT NO. 1794–SEWER IMPROVEMENT CONTRACT 2024 shall be received at the Engineering Department office of the Allegheny County Sani...

Legal Advertising – Public Notices 3-6-2024

PROFESSIONAL Historic preservation and Economic development organization is requesting qualifications from: Development/ Grant Management Firms – Qualifications relative to the following should be discussed: redevelopment planning and financial...

Announcements – Meetings 3-6-2024

NOTICE – TOWNSHIP OF KILBUCK The Board of Supervisors of Kilbuck Township has rescheduled the date of the upcoming Boards of Supervisors meeting. Please take note of the revised details as follows: Original Meeting Date/Time: April 23, 2024 at...

U.S. Rep. Terri Sewell Cruises to Victory in Democratic Primary for Alabama’s 7th Congressional District

The Birmingham Times U.S. Rep. Terri Sewell (D-AL) could have rested on her laurels. But the seven-term incumbent congresswoman ran as hard for her eighth term as she had in her previous races and got the desired results. On Tuesday, in the March 5...

U.S. Rep. Terri Sewell Cruises to Victory in Democratic Primary for 7th Congressional District

The Birmingham Times U.S. Rep. Terri Sewell could have rested on her laurels. But the seven-term incumbent congresswoman ran as hard for her eighth term as she had in her previous races and got the desired results. On Tuesday, in the March 5 primary...

Birmingham Mayor, Council to Host Budget Town Hall on March 18

By Keisa Sharpe-Jefferson For The Birmingham Times Mayor Randall Woodfin and the Birmingham City Council will host a 2024 Budget Town Hall on Monday, March 18 from 6 – 7:30 p.m. at the Boutwell Auditorium, located at 1930 Rev. Abraham Woods Jr. Bou...

‘I Remember Her Coming Down the Aisle … I Had to Turn my Head to Wipe the Tears’

BY JE’DON HOLLOWAY-TALLEY Special to the Birmingham Times “You Had Me at Hello’’ highlights married couples and the love that binds them. If you would like to be considered for a future “Hello’’ column, or know someone, please send nominations to Bar...