Maryland brought together state leaders and more than 800 entrepreneurs for the 10th annual Governor’s Small Business Outreach Summit, focusing on future-ready strategies for growth. The event expanded its programming this year, adding new tracks for technology, emerging entrepreneurs, youth ventures and veteran-owned businesses.
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Remembering Wallace “Jack” Jackman: A life of leadership, laughter and legacy
Wallace “Jack” Jackman, longtime co-publisher of the Minnesota Spokesman-Recorder, is remembered for his visionary leadership, community-building spirit and the warmth and humor that defined his life. A mentor, connector and modernizer of the MSR, he leaves behind a powerful legacy carried forward by his family and the many lives he touched.
Credit: Photo courtesy of Jackman family
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When ‘life is life-ing,’ this newsletter helps Black women be free
By Aaron FoleyWord in Black Every Friday, Joanne Griffith tries to get the world a little more unstuck. Her newsletter, “The Get Free Guide,” implores its readers — who are increasingly becoming evangelists, but more on that shortly — to do just that. The methods, like the one she dropped in the September newsletter, can […]
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Scammers don’t take holidays: How to help protect your money this season
With the holiday season upon us, it’s important to be aware of the increasing sophistication of online scams and to take steps to protect yourself, such as shopping with trusted retailers, being wary of unrealistic deals, and using secure payment methods.
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District opens new revolving fund to boost small business growth
Washington, D.C., Mayor Muriel Bowser announced new funding for local entrepreneurs through the District Capitalized Revolving Fund Program, offering micro-loans and credit lines to help small businesses expand, hire and strengthen their operations.
Posted inHealth
Empowering Black women in health: SHE’s mission for change
Baltimore-based Shaping Health Equity (SHE), founded by Tanya Myers and Ashley Price in 2020, empowers Black women and girls to navigate the health care system and advocate for themselves. The organization provides educational workshops, referrals to vetted providers and storytelling opportunities to address gaps in culturally responsive care and systemic inequities.
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Restaurants, city agencies step up to support workers and families facing food and housing insecurity
By Chianti Marks and Victoria MejicanosAFRO Intern, AFRO Staff Writervmejicanos@afro.com While the Trump administration and lawmakers in Congress played political brinkmanship over the budget, leaving the well-being of millions hanging in the balance, organizations, local government agencies and corporations in Baltimore and Washington, D.C., have been offering support to furloughed federal workers and residents impacted […]
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‘Dr. Ohhh’ explores the benefits of juicing with thriving online business
By D. Kevin McNeirSpecial to the AFROkmcneir@afro.com Oluwatosin Oluokun, a first-generation Nigerian, wife, and mother of two young children, remembers the day when she first learned she had high blood pressure and accelerated cholesterol levels and would need to go on medication. Her response, however, changed her life and set her on a path toward […]
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How grassroots efforts break barriers to breast cancer care
Grassroots organizations and programs are expanding breast cancer education and screenings and tackling stigma and barriers to health care while improving access for underserved communities across the country.
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Overcoming barriers to homeownership: Assistance programs for first-time buyers in Baltimore
Homebuyers in Baltimore can access down payment assistance programs, such as grants, forgivable loans, deferred-payment loans, and low-down payment loans, to help cover the upfront costs of homeownership.
Posted inTechnology
TEDCO’s last Entrepreneur Expo highlights Maryland’s innovation and thriving startup ecosystem
The 2025 TEDCO Entrepreneur Expo brought together business owners, investors and industry leaders to explore opportunities for innovation and growth. Speakers, including Maryland Gov. Wes Moore and University of Maryland President Darryll Pines, highlighted the state’s commitment to supporting entrepreneurs at every stage and fostering a thriving startup ecosystem.
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Home Depot program trains future trades professionals for free
Home Depot’s free Path to Pro Skills Program offers online training in construction and other trades to help address the labor shortage and boost diversity. Since 2021, more than 60,000 people have graduated and over 100,000 have participated.