Brandon Fields, a local playwright, is set to open his new play “In the Mourning” on December 6 at the Chesapeake Arts Center, which explores grief in the Black community and the ties between grief and addiction.
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‘Black Nativity’ opens at Baltimore Center Stage
ArtsCentric’s production of “Black Nativity” is set to run from Nov. 30 – Dec. 22 at Baltimore Center Stage, featuring a Black lens on the Christmas story with jazz, blues, spirituals, and gospel music, as well as special events such as HBCU Night and an ASL performance.
Posted inSports
Morgan State Bears defeat Howard Bison in Baltimore
Morgan State University Bears defeated Howard University Bison 35-21 in a football game held in Baltimore, with standout performances from quarterback Kobe Muasau and receiver Cyrus Wilson.
Posted inAfro Briefs
LGBTQIA+ community sounds off about 2024 election results
LGBTQIA+ voters have emerged as a significant demographic in the 2024 general election, with many expressing their political views through voting and highlighting the importance of preserving their rights.
Posted inHBCU
University of Maryland Eastern Shore designated as a Patent and Trademark Resource Center
The University of Maryland Eastern Shore has been designated as a Trademark Resource Center, joining four other HBCUs, and will serve as a valuable resource for the community and student body through its Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation.
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Jemima and Daniel Carter wed at New Shiloh Baptist Church
Jemima and Daniel Carter were married on October 25th at New Shiloh Baptist Church in Baltimore City, after meeting in a restaurant in 2019 and surviving the pandemic together.
Posted inVeterans
How Paden Sickles transitioned from soldier to CEO
Paden Sickles, a veteran of the US Army, founded SickFit, an apparel company that provides comfortable socks to service members, athletes, and fashion lovers, and has recently partnered with Olympic track and field athletes Jorinde van Klinken and Brittni Mason.
Posted in2024 Elections
Governor Wes Moore and Mayor Brandon Scott speak at Morgan State on Election Day
Baltimore City Mayor Brandon Scott and Maryland Governor Wes Moore urged students at Morgan State University to exercise their right to vote, emphasizing the importance of their vote in deciding the next President of the United States and other elections.
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West Muhammad, 14, becomes Coppin State’s youngest student ever
14-year-old West Muhammad has made history by becoming the youngest student ever admitted to Coppin State University, where he is majoring in cybersecurity engineering and is already making connections on campus.
Posted inHBCU
Spelman College receives $1 million donation from Design Essentials
Spelman College has received a $1 million donation from Design Essentials to support the launch of its cosmetic science program, which aims to increase diversity in the beauty industry by providing a concentration for chemistry students and a minor degree.
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Annual 5K walk boosts breast cancer awareness and support
The American Cancer Society and the Los Angeles chapter of Making Strides Against Breast Cancer hosted a 5k walk to raise awareness and funds for breast cancer research, patient support, and further efforts to end the disease.
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AFRO News honors emergency service workers
The AFRO celebrated the bravery and determination of the local emergency services community on Oct. 24, honoring 911 operators and dispatchers who work with the fire department in Baltimore for their service during the COVID-19 pandemic.