“I’m extremely proud to be able to represent this organization,” said Maria Beckett, the second woman elected to head The President’s Roundtable, in its 28-year history. The President’s Roundtable is an organization of African-American CEOs, according to a press release from the organization, that “see the value of working and sharing synergistically.” Outgoing PRT president, […]
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Posted inBaltimore Community, Baltimore News
Microsoft Employees Join Baltimore Mayor to Empower Future Technology Leaders
On Feb. 11, members of Blacks at Microsoft (BAM), a Microsoft Corp. employee network group, will provide local minority high school students the opportunity to learn about careers in technology during the 20th anniversary of BAM Minority Student Day. Among the expected attendees are Baltimore City Mayor Stephanie Rawlings-Blake, Fred Humphries, Microsoft vice president of […]
Posted inBaltimore Community, Baltimore News
Geoffrey Washington to Lead Board of Municipal and Zoning Appeals
Adelberg, Rudow, Dorf & Hendler, LLC (ARD&H) Associate Geoffrey W. Washington has been appointed chairman of the Board of Municipal and Zoning Appeals of Baltimore City. “It is an honor and privilege to be entrusted by the Mayor with leadership of the Board of Municipal and Zoning Appeals of Baltimore City,” said Washington, who joined […]
Posted inARTS & ENTERTAINMENT
Actor Brian White, Destiny’s Child Michelle Williams Star in ‘What My Husband Doesn’t Know’
(Chatsworth, CA) – Award-winning playwright, filmmaker and author David E. Talbert announces the launch of his newest stage production “What My Husband Doesn’t Know,” starring television and film star Brian White (“Men of a Certain Age,” Stomp the Yard), and stage actress and Grammy Award-winning former member of Destiny’s Child Michelle Williams (“Chicago,” “The Color […]
Posted inARTS & ENTERTAINMENT
Valentine’s-Themed Comedy Show Brings Laughs to Baltimore
Cherry-colored roses and heart-shaped candies are seemingly ubiquitous during the season of love, as couples prepare romantic rendezvous and candlelight dinners at pricey Inner Harbor eateries. While these annual dinners and gift packages can add up to a hefty sum in a matter of hours, a pre-Valentine’s Day comedy show featuring funnymen Smokey Suarez, Eric […]
Posted inHigh School
Friendship Collegiate Seniors Make History on National Football Signing Day
History was made in Washington, D.C. high school sports last week as 14 seniors from Friendship Collegiate Academy School came together at a National Football Signing Ceremony on Feb. 2 to announce the schools they will be attending next fall. It marked the most seniors from one school to receive full scholarships to study and […]
Posted inLiving for the Weekend
Living For the Weekend, Feb. 12
“If a race has no history, if it has no worthwhile tradition, it becomes a negligible factor in the thought of the world, and it stands in danger of being exterminated.” – Carter G. Woodson “Those that don’t got it can’t show it. Those that got it can’t hide it.” – Zora Neale Hurston In […]
Posted inPrince George's County News
Central Ave Development Plan to Change Face of Busy Corridor
The Prince George’s County Planning Department (PG Planning) is undergoing a process to improve Central Avenue between the Capitol Heights and Addison Road Metro Stations. The development will improve business, aesthetics and safety in the area. The project is a part of the Sub-region 4 Master Plan. The plan is focused on transit-oriented development (TOD) […]
Posted inARTS & ENTERTAINMENT
Dianne Reeves Set to Perform at Strathmore
Known for her sultry voice and jazz-inspired renditions, Dianne Reeves is widely recognized as a key performer among contemporary jazz artists. On Feb. 14, Reeves will entertain area fans with a concert at the Music Center at Strathmore. The four-time Grammy Award-winner winner has recorded and performed with Wynton Marsalis and the Lincoln Center Jazz […]
Posted inHealth
Save Your Life by Having Your Eyes Examined
WASHINGTON, D.C.– Having your eyes examined not only can prevent blindness, it can save your life. That is the message of three Howard University Hospital physicians who this week will be discussing how eye exams can ward off stroke, heart attacks and other health concerns. Dr. Robert A. Copeland Jr., chief of ophthalmology at Howard […]
Posted inAfro Briefs
USDA, Human Services Release Dietary Guidelines For Americans
As many Americans take major steps to improve their diets and lead healthier lives, the U.S. Department of Agriculture and the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services released new dietary guidelines to keep them on track. “The 2010 Dietary Guidelines for Americans” was issued on Jan. 31 and contains fact-based nutritional information to help […]
Posted inSports
Gilbert Arenas Served Child Support PapersAt Magic Game
The drama between NBA star Gilbert Arenas and the mother of his three children ratcheted up another notch on Feb. 3 when he was served child support papers at halftime of the Orlando Magic’s game against the Miami Heat. According to documents obtained by the Associated Press, Laura Mendoza Govan, Arenas’ ex-girlfriend, asked for custody […]