Artist and entrepreneur Nate Couser, founder of VashtiBlue Jewelry and The Artist Exchange, uses fashion, jewelry, and teaching to honor and preserve Black culture through creative expression. Through deeply personal and spiritual artwork, Couser creates wearable pieces that tell stories and celebrate individuality, while advocating for the proper teaching and representation of Black art history.
Author Archives: Mekhi Abbott
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Kid ‘n Play to be inducted into the National Hip-Hop Museum’s Hall of Fame
By Mekhi AbbottSpecial to the AFROmabbott@afro.com The National Hip-Hop Museum will conclude the summer by inducting a new class of Hall of Fame honorees, which include Christopher Reid and Christopher Martin of Kid ‘n Play, at the Woolly Mammoth Theatre on Aug. 23. The induction ceremony will be followed by a concert headlined by Kid […]
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Bando Combat Aerobics: A rhythmic fusion of self-defense, combat and cardio
In Washington, D.C., sixth-degree bando black belt Lon Walls created Bando Combat Aerobics, blending Burmese martial arts with funk, hip-hop and R and B to boost fitness and self-defense skills. Aimed especially at empowering Black women, the program builds confidence, awareness and community while teaching practical ways to stay safe.
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Adam Jones to be inducted into Baltimore Orioles Hall of Fame
Orioles legend Adam Jones puts on an Orioles jersey for the last time after signing a one-day contract to officially retire as a Baltimore Oriole on Sept. 15, 2023.
Posted inBaltimore News
Mayor Scott and Maryland’s Capitol Hill delegation address record lows in crime rates, fight against cuts in federal funding
Mayor Brandon Scott and members of Maryland’s congressional delegation gathered at Baltimore City Hall to highlight record-setting crime reductions and express unified opposition to looming federal funding cuts, including those affecting Medicaid and education. Officials praised the city’s public safety progress and pledged to fight against harmful budget decisions from the Trump administration that threaten vulnerable Baltimore communities.
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Capital Youth Empowerment Program: Helping fathers mentally, professionally and emotionally
Capital Youth Empowerment Program: Helping fathers mentally, professionally and emotionally