Looking for a DC Editor to create, curate, and elevate OUR stories We’re hiring a DC Editor! The AFRO-American Newspapers is one of the oldest Black-owned newspapers in the country. For more than 130 years, it has been the town crier that sounded the alarm when needed in the Black community and the last voice at […]
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Moore Miller Inauguration Ball Pictures
Governor Wes Moore’s inaugural celebration– the People’s Ball– was truly a spectacular affair, as Maryland’s First and Second Families made the night a perfect blend of culture and class. Moore was introduced by celebrity journalist and activist Oprah Winfrey, and throughout the day those who know the new governor personally spoke about his integrity and […]
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AFRO News at Noon(ish) Mondays
Join the AFRO’s Editorial Team weekly on Mondays at Noon(ish) as they discuss highlights from the weekend and the week’s top stories – view videos here on Facebook and below on YouTube!
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Get on the BOXX Thursdays at Noon
View all of the Chicken Boxx episodes here! The Chicken Boxx is hosted by our multigenerational AFRO team: Kevin MPECKABLE Peck (Generation X), VP of Technology & Marketing, Dr. Frances “Toni” Draper (Boomer Millennial), Publisher & CEO & Courtney Alexander (Millennial), Digital Marketing Editor Viewers enjoy discussions on current events, challenges, and common cliches with […]
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AFRO 2022 Year in Review
2022 was full of Black excellence, amazing feats and yes, some tragic moments. Take a look below to recall some of 2022’s highs and lows. AFRO Time capsule: 2022 year in review Notable Deaths AFRO Review: sports highlights for 2022 AFRO review: A look at Baltimore’s 2022 highlights AFRO review 2022: highlights from the District […]
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How to Support the AFRO This Holiday Season
Give the gift of local news Founded almost 130 years ago, the AFRO American Newspapers (AFRO) provides readers with good news about the Black community not otherwise found and thanks to readers like you, We’re Still here! Our staff have worked hard over the past several months – our work speaks for itself: This past […]
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Christmas Greetings from the AFRO
Thomas Stockett served as the AFRO’s editorial cartoonist from 1955 until his death in 2007. Throughout that time, he was the visual voice of the paper, illustrating its editorial point of view to help readers envision numerous topics from a Black perspective. His illustrations provide historical relevance to African American Studies, African Diaspora Studies, and media studies, […]
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Thinking About Starting a Business in 2023? Here are Six Steps Before Opening your Doors
Black business ownership is surging, fueled by Black women as the nation’s fastest-growing demographic of entrepreneurs. In fact, over one million new businesses started over the last decade are owned by entrepreneurs of color. It’s a promising trend, as local Black-owned businesses play a significant role in building wealth, creating job opportunities, and celebrating diverse […]
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Congratulations on 100 Years Sigma Gamma Rho (ΣΓΡ)
1922 – 2022 Events are happening November 11 – 13, 2022 to celebrate this milestone in the city of the sorority’s birth, Indianapolis, Indiana. Read more about AFRO’s coverage of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. here.
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Baltimore City/County Boil Water Advisory
**Baltimore City & Country Residents Boil Water Advisory** You should use bottled water or boil tap water. This is because a boil water advisory means your community’s water has, or could have, germs that can make you sick. Boil Water CDC guidelines: – Use bottled or boiled water for drinking, preparing, and cooking food. – […]
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Celebrating 130 years
The AFRO’s Celebration Gala brought together and recognized the Founders, Leaders, and Supporters of The AFRO News, who share a demonstrated commitment to the achievements made by The AFRO News Publication in the last 130 Years. A few reflections on our momentous occasion from Editor & Publisher, page 6 , Local Media Association Word In […]
