While the average life expectancy for Washington D.C’s Black residents falls in the mid-70’s, a local resident has lived three decades longer than her peers. The fact that this resident […]
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Emerging Songstress Wish Delivers Unique Energy with New Mixtape
While many music critics say the look and sound of popular music has become almost standardized, up-and-coming music artist Wish has stepped out onto the scene to break those cookie […]
Baltimore Girl Group Tackles Hip-Hop’s Misogyny
Tuning into popular radio stations, ears are sometimes met with negative themes camouflaged by hot beats and catchy lyrics. Songs about violence, drug use and the degradation of women are […]
New Blog Tackles Age-Old Relationship Questions with Hint of Humor
To some the spring season signifies the start of new things. Flowers are in bloom and love is definitely in the air. But whether it be striking up a new […]
Bill Bellamy Promises Laughs with ‘Ladies Night Out’ Tour
After performing hundreds of sold-out shows and starring in a plethora of movies and television shows, renowned funny guy Bill Bellamy has over a decade’s worth of laughs under his […]
‘Cinderella’ School Rosemont Elementary/Middle Wins Coveted Award
Rosemont Elementary/Middle School’s evolution is truly a Cinderella story. Over the past 14 years, it has transformed from the lowest performing elementary school in Maryland to the Maryland Charter School […]
Spring Blooms
As we bask in the rays of our golden years, physical impairments shouldn’t hinder us from being one with nature. The Center for Disease Control and Prevention recommends 30 minutes […]
Local Delta Chapter Hosts Employment Readiness Fair
As the recession creeps on, The Baltimore County Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority (BCAC) offers an event that will provide the community with valuable information and resources for […]
President Obama, First Lady Call for United Front Against Bullying
President Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama met with more than 150 parents, teachers, non-profit leaders, advocates, and policymakers at a White House conference on March 10 in an effort […]
Randallstown Teen Selected for Congressional Page Program
By all accounts, Dymond Shantyl Dantzler, 16, is an overachiever. She maintains an off-the-charts 4.5 GPA., is a member of the National Honor Society at Randallstown High School and received […]
First Lady’s Vacation Meal Sparks Controversy
Radio host Rush Limbaugh recently took to the air waves to criticize first lady Michelle Obama’s eating habits. According to a report by Vail Daily, the First Lady dined on […]