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FAMU Receives $1.2 Million Gift from Frank and Laura Baker
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TALLAHASSEE, Fla., April 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Florida A&M University (FAMU) is excited to announce a $1.2 million donation from Frank and Laura Baker to help students with financial restrictions graduate in four years. The gift will establish the Frank... Continue reading
Posted Apr 28, 2022 at Blogging Black Miami
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Juneteenth Unityfest, Livestreamed Celebrity Event, June 19, 2021 5pm-9pm ET
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Juneteenth Unityfest, a star-studded live streamed event presented by the Robert Randolph Foundation (RRF) is designed to commemorate and celebrate the Juneteenth holiday. GRAMMY™ Award-winning artists India.Arie and Ledisi have been added to the lineup. Hosted by actress and author... Continue reading
Posted Jun 14, 2021 at Blogging Black Miami
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Fisk Jubilee Singers® Win GRAMMY® Award for Best Roots Gospel Album
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Nashville, TN (March 14, 2021) — Curb Records is excited to announce a 2021 GRAMMY® win for the Fisk Jubilee Singers’® album, Celebrating Fisk! (The 150thAnniversary Album), in the Best Roots Gospel Album category. Listen to the album HERE. “I... Continue reading
Posted Mar 14, 2021 at Blogging Black Miami
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High Marks for Gallon’s “Light Found in the Dark”
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“Raw, gritty, powerful, and unapologetic,” were the words used by DeAnne Connolly Graham to describe the film. She was among the over 100 attendees for the advanced screening of “Light Found in the Dark: The Life Story of Dr. Steve... Continue reading
Posted Dec 13, 2020 at Blogging Black Miami
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City of Opa-locka Announces Housing Assistance and Grocery Store Gift Card Program Information
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(Opa-locka, FL) — The City of Opa-locka recently announced that its Housing Assistance Program and COVID Relief Grocery Gift Card Program are now available for qualified City of Opa-locka residents. Both programs will assist City of Opa-locka residents in need... Continue reading
Posted Nov 25, 2020 at Blogging Black Miami
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The Fisk Jubilee Singers® Album, Celebrating Fisk! (The 150th Anniversary Album), Nominated for GRAMMY® Award in Best Roots Gospel Album Category
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Nashville, TN — Curb Records is excited to announce the much-deserved GRAMMY® nomination of its June 2020 release of the Fisk Jubilee Singers® album, Celebrating Fisk! (The 150th Anniversary Album) in the Best Roots Gospel Album category. Listen to the... Continue reading
Posted Nov 25, 2020 at Blogging Black Miami
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City of Opa-locka Hosts Swearing-In Ceremony for Newly-Elected Commission Members
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Clockwise, from top left, City of Opa-locka Mayor Matthew Pigatt; former Judge Shirlyon McWhorter swears in Vice Mayor Veronica Williams; former City of Opa-locka Mayor Dr. ML Taylor swears in son John Taylor Jr.; and City of Opa-locka Commission, from... Continue reading
Posted Nov 22, 2020 at Blogging Black Miami
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CHI Closures Linked to Tropical Storm Eta
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Community Health of South Florida, Inc. (CHI) is closing most of its health centers and services on Monday Nov. 9, 2020 due to Tropical Storm Eta. There will be no COVID-19 testing on that date. However limited services will remain... Continue reading
Posted Nov 8, 2020 at Blogging Black Miami
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Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.® Does It Again and Raises $1 Million in Support of HBCUs
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Online Donations Help Sorority to Exceed Its Goal CHICAGO, Sept. 24, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated® isproud to announce that for the third consecutive year, the sorority has successfully raised $1 million in 24 hours for the... Continue reading
Posted Sep 24, 2020 at Blogging Black Miami
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CHI RECOGNIZED AS HEALTH CENTER QUALITY LEADER WITH NATIONAL AWARD
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Miami, Florida – Community Health of South Florida, Inc. (CHI) achieved gold status as a “Health Center Quality Leader,” a prestigious national award given by the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA). CHI received this award in recognition of ranking... Continue reading
Posted Sep 24, 2020 at Blogging Black Miami
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Patria Gatson elected Miss Talladega College 2020-2021
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(Talladega, AL) Talladega College scholar Patria Gatson was voted Miss Talladega College 2020-2021 on Thursday, September 24, 2020. Patria, a biology pre-med major, previously served as Miss Junior. She is a member of the Presidential Honor Society and numerous Talladega... Continue reading
Posted Sep 24, 2020 at Blogging Black Miami
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Oprah Winfrey, NAACP and National Voting Rights Leaders Join Together for National Town Hall: “OWN YOUR VOTE: OUR LIVES DEPEND ON IT”
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Winfrey To Discuss Her New Initiative “OWN Your Vote” with NAACP President and CEO and Other Key Leaders in the Fight for Voting Rights, Focused Specifically on Mobilizing Black Women to Vote WASHINGTON, D.C. (September 22, 2020) – Oprah Winfrey... Continue reading
Posted Sep 22, 2020 at Blogging Black Miami
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Surviving, Thriving and Mobilizing and the New South Virtual Town Hall Meeting on Thursday, September 24
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The Southern Area of The Links, Incorporated presents the second in a series of Surviving, Thriving and Mobilizing and the New South Virtual Town Hall Meetings! On Thursday, September 24th at 9 PM EST, witness "Politics, Faith & Media: Harnessing... Continue reading
Posted Sep 17, 2020 at Blogging Black Miami
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Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.® Sets Goal to Raise $1 Million in One Day in Support of HBCUs
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Funds to provide much-needed support for HBCUs hit by COVID-19 CHICAGO, Sept. 17, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- For the third consecutive year, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated® has set the ambitious goal to raise $1 million in 24 hours for their... Continue reading
Posted Sep 17, 2020 at Blogging Black Miami
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Talladega College names Angela Poole Ph.D, CPA, vice president for administration and finance
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(Talladega, AL) Angela Poole, Ph.D., CPA, has been named vice president for administration and finance at Talladega College in Talladega, AL. Dr. Poole brings over 20 years of professional financial management, leadership training, executive coaching, and consulting experience to the... Continue reading
Posted Sep 15, 2020 at Blogging Black Miami
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AFSCME, NAACP launch historic partnership to mobilize Black voters
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Partnership kicks off with a joint four-state presidential radio buy on African American radio stations in Wisconsin, Pennsylvania, Michigan and North Carolina. WASHINGTON – AFSCME and the NAACP launched on Saturday two radio ads which will run in the Milwaukee,... Continue reading
Posted Sep 14, 2020 at Blogging Black Miami
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NAACP/BET Unmasked A COVID-19 Virtual Town Hall Series Beginning on Wednesday, April 8, at 8pm EST/ 5pm PT
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As reports from around the United States confirm what many have suspected -- blacks are hardest hit by the coronavirus global pandemic, the NAACP has partnered with BET to present the 4-week community program, ”Unmasked: A COVID-19 Virtual Town Hall... Continue reading
Posted Apr 6, 2020 at Blogging Black Miami
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CHI to Hold News Conference and Announces Change In COVID-19 Testing Locations
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Miami, FL - Community Health of South Florida, Inc. (CHI) will hold a news conference on Tuesday, April 7, 2020 at 10am at Loren Roberts Park, 627 NW 6th Ave., Florida City, Florida to announce the first drive through Coronavirus... Continue reading
Posted Apr 6, 2020 at Blogging Black Miami
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‘Tammy Jackson Act’ Unanimously Passes the Florida State House
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The bill ensures protections for pregnant incarcerated women and their babies Tallahassee, FL — Today, the Tammy Jackson Act (HB 1259, titled Restrictive Housing for Incarcerated Pregnant Women) by Representatives Shevrin Jones (D-West Park) and Amy Mercado (D-Orlando) was unanimously... Continue reading
Posted Mar 10, 2020 at Blogging Black Miami
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Grand Lucayan Sold
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By Robyn Adderley FREEPORT, Grand Bahama – The Government of The Bahamas sold the Grand Lucayan on Monday, March 2, 2020 to a partnership between Royal Caribbean International and ITM (Bahamas Port Investments Ltd.), which is expected to make a... Continue reading
Posted Mar 9, 2020 at Blogging Black Miami
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#WeAreTheVote Festival, Sunday, March 8 at Miramar Amphitheater
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The #WeAre Foundation is a new non-profit organization that uses the arts and artists to bridge the gaps between us, and connect our communities to our collective voice and vote. They’ve created a space for us to come together by... Continue reading
Posted Mar 7, 2020 at Blogging Black Miami
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Dr. Steve Gallon’s Fourth Annual Black History Showcase pays homage to HBCUs and the Divine Nine
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Brilliance, creativity, and talent were on full display at Miami Carol City Senior High, on Tuesday, February 18, 2020, as District 1 School Board Member and School Board Vice Chair Dr. Steve Gallon III held his 4th Annual District 1... Continue reading
Posted Feb 25, 2020 at Blogging Black Miami
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SLUTTY VEGAN COMING TO MIAMI SUNDAY, 02/23, FOR “GETTIN’ SLUTTY TOUR: 2020”
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Popular Vegan Food Concept and Restaurant Set to Make a Stop in Miami As Part of Fifty City Tour Miami, FL – On Sunday, February 23, Slutty Vegan, the 100% plant-based burger restaurant that has become a national food phenomenon,... Continue reading
Posted Feb 19, 2020 at Blogging Black Miami
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MABSE Excellence in Education Awards 2020, Thurs. Feb. 20
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Miami Alliance of Black School Educators (MABSE) President Dr. Steve Gallon III cordially invites you to join the celebration as we salute our local legends, catalysts, and shining stars in education at the Legacy of Excellence in Education Awards 2020.... Continue reading
Posted Feb 16, 2020 at Blogging Black Miami
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Honda Battle of the Bands 2020 Delivers an Unforgettable HBCU Marching Band Showcase
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Honda Battle of the Bands (HBOB) marked its return to Atlanta on Saturday, January 25, with dazzling performances by eight of the nation’s top Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) marching bands and a special set by R&B singer-songwriter Tank.... Continue reading
Posted Feb 4, 2020 at Blogging Black Miami
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