Hyattsville Mayor Candace B. Hollingsworth, as well as three other politicians and entrepreneurs, founded the Our Black Party Movement as a political agenda to address the needs of Black people. […]
Author Archives: Mark F. Gray
Disagreements on PGCPS New School Funding
While Prince George’s County Public Schools (PCCPS) will receive funding for building modernizations, three School Board members are now unsure about the ultimate cost of the funding. (Courtesy Photo) By […]
HBCUs Urged to Move Toward Solar Energy
Ronald Bethea and his company Positive Change Purchasing Co-Op (PCPC) as well as other businesses are collaborating to help HBCUS move towards preparing students for the solar energy industry. (Courtesy […]
Prince George’s County Plans For New Construction
County Executive Angela Alsobrooks and Prince George’s County Public Schools CEO Dr. Monica Goldson offered their plans to build six new schools using private funding, which would alleviate the cost […]
Rivera Sends Mixed Messages, Team Loses 5th Straight Game
Washington Football Team head coach Ron Rivera speaks with inside linebacker Jon Bostic (53) during the second half of an NFL football game against the New York Giants Sunday, Oct.18, […]
Hoyd Becomes A Hidden Figure Of Sports Journalism
Tiffany Hoyd won an Emmy for her participation as one of three MLB Network’s Sports Emmy Award winning studio show teams. (Courtesy Photo) By Mark F. Gray AFRO Staff Writer […]
Wallace and Johnson Help Bedridden Man
By Mark Gray AFRO Staff Writer mgray@afro.com Two African American businesswomen came together to help a Hispanic resident. Jose Miranda is a quadrapalegic, who has been without adequate healthcare with […]
Haskins Out As Washington QB, Smith Returns From Injury
With Dwayne Haskins out, and Kyle Allen injured, Alex Smith returned as quarterback after his injury in November 2018. (Courtesy Photo) By Mark F. Gray AFRO Staff Writer mgray@afro.com Making […]
Georgetown Says Goodbye To John
Georgetown paid tribute to beloved coach John Thompson Jr., with a virtual memorial on Oct. 3. By Mark F. Gray AFRO Staff Writer mgray@afro.com The biggest basketball hall of famer […]
Washington Remains Confident Despite Ravens Loss
While the Washington Football Team lost to the Baltimore Ravens, coach Ron Rivera remains confident and supported by his players as he battles cancer. (AP Photo) By Mark F. Gray […]
Braveboy Says Prince George’s Residents Can Vote Safely
Prince George’s County State’s Attorney Aisha Braveboy said Prince Georgians should feel safe comfortably placing their ballots. (Courtesy Photo) By Mark Gray AFRO Staff Writer mgray@afro.com Prince George’s County State’s […]
Fox 5’s Martin Praises Alma Mater Jackson State For Hiring Sanders
Wisdom Martin, a Jackson State University alumnus, said the school hiring Deion Sanders can change the game for HBCU sports and culture if he’s successful. (Courtesy Photo) By Mark F. […]