The AARP-sponsored event will honor local faith leaders and Black Baltimore historical institutions In celebration of Juneteenth, the AFRO is honored to host “We’ve Come This Far By Faith”, a breakfast recognizing faith leaders throughout Baltimore’s African-American community. As the oldest Black-owned business in D.C., Maryland and Virginia, the AFRO plays a central role in […]
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Dr. Samuel Billups, former principal of Walbrook Senior High, dies at age 92
The Baltimore City educator and former principal of Walbrook Senior High School died on June 12. Arrangements for Dr. Samuel Billups are as follows: June 23, 2023 Union Baptist Church 1219 Druid Hill Avenue Baltimore, Md. 21217 Family hour/viewing: 10:30 a.m. Funeral service: 11:30 a.m. Vaughn Greene Liberty Road Pavillion 8728 Liberty Road Randallstown, Md. 21133 Funeral Repast: 2 […]
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K-Swift, crazy legs and snowballs: Baltimore Club Music Day makes debut at 46th annual AFRAM Festival
By Stephanie Harper Special to the AFRO Summer doesn’t officially start in Baltimore until the AFRAM Festival kicks off, bringing residents and visitors from the entire region to enjoy all things related to African-American culture. The 46th annual AFRAM festival is currently taking place, celebrating today’s hottest artists, Black culture and Black businesses. This year, the […]
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Towson Wines and Spirits owner calls Black customer racial slur on camera
By Megan Sayles, AFRO Business Writer, msayles@afro.com The owner of Towson Wines and Spirits in Towson, Md. was caught on camera calling a Black customer a “ni**er” on June 16. Shaka Pitts, a communications associate for the Baltimore County Register of Wills Office, went into the store, located at 6 W Pennsylvania Avenue, to buy […]
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Associated Black Charities hosts annual gala, recognizes the AFRO and local community organizations
By AFRO Staff Associated Black Charities hosted their annual gala on June 10 at The Hall inside of Maryland Live Casino. The organization recognized the AFRO American Newspapers along with several non-profit organizations and community groups that are doing the work to improve Baltimore and the state of Maryland as a whole. Founded in 1985, […]
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An AFRO salute to Sen. Shirley Nathan-Pulliam, former Maryland legislator and life-long health maven
By Catherine Pugh, Special to the AFRO Shirley Nathan-Pulliam accepted an honorary Doctor of Public Service Degree at the University of Maryland-Baltimore’s commencement on May 18, the latest milestone in a public service journey that has spanned nearly three decades. As the first African-Caribbean woman to be elected to the Maryland General Assembly, Nathan-Pulliam has […]
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Taxpayers advocate for a West Baltimore skatepark and renter protection
By Tashi McQueen, AFRO Political Writer, tmcqueen@afro.com Baltimore City’s Annual Taxpayer’s Night recently gathered residents, community activists and Charm City newcomers to offer suggestions for the Fiscal Year 2024 budget. “It’s important that the taxpayers have an opportunity to bring up issues they feel are a concern,” Marvin “Doc” Cheatham, president of the Matthew Henson […]
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Johns Hopkins Hospital to rename outpatient center in honor of first Black chief resident, Dr. Levi Watkins
By Aria Brent, AFRO Staff Writer Known for his work as a cardiologist, Dr. Levi Watkins Jr. was much more than the first person to successfully implant an automatic heart defibrillator– he was a pillar of the Johns Hopkins Hospital community. In 1980, he performed the world’s first implantation of an automatic heart defibrillator in […]
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Through Hockey, Mentorships, Tender Bridge Helps Baltimore Youth Achieve Success
By Tawanda W. Johnson, Special to the AFRO For Daryl Fletcher, 21, a player on the Baltimore Banners hockey team since he was 7, the experience has meant more to him than he ever could have imagined. “It’s about family,” he said. “It’s a big support system.” Fletcher added that he’s grateful for the guidance […]
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Preakness Stakes 2023: a day of fashion, speed and unforgettable moments
By Reuben Greene, Special to the AFRO Preakness Stakes, the second jewel of the Triple Crown, returned to Baltimore’s iconic Pimlico Race Course on May 19 and May 20. Amidst the captivating world of horse racing, the attendees were not only treated to a thrilling competition, but a captivating display of high fashion, elegance and […]
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TEDCO recognized as a winner of the AMA Baltimore 2023 MX Awards
Special Release by TEDCO TEDCO Recognized as a Winner of the AMA Baltimore 2023 MX Awards Received award for best print advertisement campaign of the year COLUMBIA, Md. (May 22, 2023) – TEDCO, Maryland’s economic engine for technology companies, announced today that it received one of the American Marketing Association (AMA Baltimore) Baltimore Chapter’s MX […]