The Associated Press GEORGETOWN, S.C. (AP) — A late-year storm unleashed heavy rain and gusty winds as it barreled up the East Coast on Dec. 17, forcing water rescues from flooded streets and the cancellation of some holiday celebrations. Authorities rescued dozens of motorists stranded by floodwaters in South Carolina’s waterfront community of Georgetown, according […]
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Ariyana Abroad: On the way to Tamale!
By Ariyana Griffin Day five started early and there was no room for errors or mistakes when it came to oversleeping or missing the bus. We were prompted to be outside at 3 a.m. – sharp – so we could prepare for our early morning flight to Tamale, the capital city of the northern region […]
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AFRO News to host “A Salute to Our Veterans”
By Abel Communications This Veteran’s Day, the AFRO will proudly host “A Salute to Our Veterans, a luncheon recognizing Black veterans across generations, from World War II to the globe’s most recent battles. Maryland Secretary of Veterans Affairs, the Honorable Anthony C. Woods, will deliver a keynote address to military honorees and esteemed guests. As […]
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Transitioning to the vegetarian and vegan lifestyle for a healthier life
By Sandy Woods, Special to the AFRO Embarking on a journey toward a vegetarian or vegan lifestyle is a significant step toward a more sustainable and compassionate way of living. Whether you’re motivated by environmental concerns, ethical reasons, or health benefits, transitioning to a vegetarian or vegan lifestyle can be a rewarding experience. Let’s explore […]
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Black creatives flock to New York City for CultureCon 2023
By Ariyana Griffin. Special to the AFRO Hundreds gathered at the Duggal Greenhouse in Brooklyn, N.Y. the weekend of Oct.7-8 to attend the sixth annual CultureCon. In 2017, Imani Ellis changed the landscape of social media when she created CultureCon, a conference for Black creators to unite, collaborate and expand their platform. Over the course […]
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CultureCon, a Black creative’s paradise
By Ariyana Griffin, Special to the AFRO The Creative Collective NYC’s highly anticipated conference, CultureCon, is making its way to New York Oct. 7-8. The two-day event is the last to close out the year; in previous months it was hosted in Los Angeles and Atlanta. Billed as the “Biggest Creative Homecoming,” the annual event […]
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Le Diner en Blanc triumphs over rain, creates community
By Aniya Greene, Special to the AFRO Le Dîner en Blanc, a unique and elegant tradition persevered through torrential downpour and unfolded against all odds. The eighth edition of the well-known pop up picnic event was held at Henry Bacon Park on Saturday, Sept. 9. Attendees across the D.C. area dressed completely in white and […]
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Day two of Artscape cancelled due to Tropical Storm Ophelia
By Special Press Release The Baltimore Office of Promotion and the Arts has cancelled activities on Sept. 23 after a state of emergency was declared due to Tropical Storm Ophelia. PRESS RELEASE: After careful consideration and based on direction from the Baltimore City Office of Emergency Management and the Baltimore City Fire Department, we have […]
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A knack for horseback
By Mekhi Abbott, Special to the AFRO ‘It’s like hockey on horseback’ A perfect illustration of the sport of polo. However, even though one can start to picture what playing polo looks like after reading that quote, most black people couldn’t imagine themselves riding on the back of a horse and still can’t picture themselves […]
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PRESS ROOM: D.C. presents ‘Dine All Night’
Washington, D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser invites residents and visitors to celebrate the launch of Dine All Night, the newest addition to the popular annual Art All Night program. Supported by the DC Department of Small and Local Business Development (DSLBD), Dine All Night will feature unique menus, experiences and offerings from over 60 restaurants across […]
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D.C. Jazz Festival brings smooth sounds to the District
By AFRO Staff The D.C. Jazz Festival took place from Aug. 30 to Sept. 2 at multiple locations throughout the city at venues including the Kennedy Center, the District Pier and Arena Stage. Black performers and lovers of jazz traveled from as far as California to take part in the celebration. The festival was started […]
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Keystone Korner to feature Gabby Samone in Whitney Houston tribute
By Aria Brent, AFRO Staff Writer, abrent@afro.com Local singer and vocal powerhouse, Gabby Samone is preparing to hit the stage in a personal tribute to legendary vocalist, Whitney Houston. Before her big performance on Aug. 30 at Keystone Korner Gabby Samone spoke with the AFRO about what fans can anticipate from the show and what […]
