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Historic Free Black Community Leader in Staten Island Reaches Significant Milestone

Sylvia Moody D’Alessandro, the fearless leader of preserving the history of Sandy Ground, the oldest free Black settlement in the nation still inhabited by descendants of its pioneers, celebrated a major milestone last week...

My Memories of Eric Adams from Years Past

The recent indictment of Mayor Eric Adams on corruption charges has sent shockwaves through the city of New York. While many people are celebrating his downfall, there are those who are deeply disappointed by...

Changes in African American religious beliefs could influence the upcoming presidential election

The growth of the Black middle class in America has been a significant development in recent years, with more African Americans achieving higher levels of education, income, and social status. However, new research by...

Frank Stewart’s monumental depiction of African American culture and community

Growing up as a youth, Stewart accompanied musician Phineas Newborn Jr. to New York's legendary jazz clubs. Little did he know that this experience would shape his future passions. Newborn, who would later become...

Louisville Story Program honors the Gospel heritage of the city | Local News

Louisville, Kentucky, is a city with a rich history of gospel music that has shaped generations. In honor of Gospel Music Heritage Month, the Louisville Story Program has embarked on a special project titled...

Local Folktales Gathered at PTK Chapter Meeting – The Gilmer Mirror

Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) is an international honor society that recognizes academic achievement among students at associate degree-granting colleges. Each year, PTK chapters select a topic to explore and create a project relevant to...

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