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(By Clinton P. Woods | Special to The Times) Growing up in Birmingham’s Echo Highlands, Huffman ballpark shaped my youth. I learned discipline, teamwork, and resilience there. With $1 million in funding from Mayor Woodfin and the Birmingham City Coun...
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In this inspiring NJGPOD episode, Dr. Eric Majette, a transformative leader in education and community growth, shares his journey. With a rich background in leadership roles, he emphasizes mentorship and empowering underserved communities, offering v...
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Kendrick Lamar's Super Bowl LIX halftime show on February 9, 2025, transcended entertainment, becoming a cultural phenomenon with 133.5 million viewers. His performance, rich in symbolism and social commentary, sparked discussions about systemic issu...
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Rosa Parks and the Greensboro Four inspired John Lewis, a young seminarian at the American Baptist Theological Seminary in Nashville. In 1961, he joined the Freedom Riders, challenging segregation at southern bus terminals, despite the Supreme Court'...
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(By Stacy M. Brown) Cynics anticipated this moment. President Trump’s latest executive order threatens the Smithsonian and the National Museum of African American History, seeking to erase “divisive” narratives. This directive undermines diversity, a...
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SimplyHelp Foundation has generously donated 1,000 pairs of shoes to those in need in Saint Lucia. Taiwan’s Ambassador Nicole Su presented the donation to Minister Joachim Henry, emphasizing collaboration for social justice. This initiative supports...
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Public surveys are now open to select the muralist for Tamika Catchings’ tribute on Massachusetts Avenue. This summer, the mural celebrates Catchings, a Hall of Famer and community advocate, as part of a partnership between the Indy Arts Council and...
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Incompetence paired with arrogance can lead to catastrophic outcomes. National Security Adviser Mike Waltz's inclusion of Jeffrey Goldberg in a sensitive military discussion exemplifies this. Such breaches threaten operational security, risking lives...
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Milwaukee artist Ike Wynter has been chosen by the NFL to create a unique art installation for the 2025 NFL Draft in Green Bay. This work features 32 wooden mosaics made from reclaimed Wisconsin wood, celebrating sustainability and local heritage whi...
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The Lions Club Internationale District 63 Zone in Martinique has generously donated over 6,000 pairs of corrective eyewear to the Ministry of Equity, Social Justice, and Empowerment. This initiative significantly enhances the quality of life for indi...
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Sir Arthur Lewis Community College triumphed over Saint Lucia Sports Academy with a commanding 97-run victory in the 2025 Under-19 Schools Cricket Tournament final. SALCC scored 245-5, led by captain Leon Alexander’s 56. Despite efforts from SLSA, th...
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A 31-year-old resident of Jacmel, Kade JnBaptiste, known as Kape, was fatally shot in Coolie Town, Marigot, Wednesday evening. Police found him unresponsive with torso gunshot wounds. Despite attempts by the Saint Lucia Fire Service, he died at the s...
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The ACLU of Indiana has launched a class action lawsuit against Gov. Mike Braun, challenging Executive Order 25-36 that restricts gender marker changes on birth certificates. Filed on March 28, the lawsuit asserts discrimination against transgender i...
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Judge Camille Banks-Prince, a dedicated public servant in Winston-Salem since 2008, champions mental health awareness and community representation. As one of four African American judges, her mission inspires youth about the legal field, embodying le...
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Judge Artrese Ziglar, inaugurated in January 2024, is the first Black woman to hold Seat 6 in the 31st District Court. A former public defender, she received the prestigious Harvey Lupton Award for excellence, inspiring future legal professionals thr...