BALTIMORE – Coppin State bowler Kaylah Castillo was selected to participate in Orlando Health’s Observership over the summer. During this 10-week period, Castillo shadowed several doctors, including cardiologists and a vascular surgeon, and was able to witness a large variety of cath lab cardiac procedures performed by Dr. Suraj Kurup and others. Castillo was also able to be […]
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City announces changes to AFRAM schedule due to forecasted weather
Schedule Changes Effective Immediately BALTIMORE, MD (Wednesday, August 18, 2021) — Baltimore City Recreation and Parks (BCRP) has updates on the remainder of this year’s AFRAM festival. Due to the forecasted weather, the following changes will take effect immediately: AFRAM Bike Party and AFRAM Alfresco, respectively scheduled for Aug. 18 and 19, will be combined and […]
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Housing Insecurity is Inhumane
Congressman Kweisi Mfume By Congressman Kweisi Mfume On August 3rd the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) issued guidelines for a new eviction moratorium. Although this is a step in the right direction, it isn’t as expansive as the last one. For this reason, our government needs to do more to ensure that all […]
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Rodney Burris offers ‘leadership mindset development’ training to help companies leverage their business
Rodney C. Burris is in the business of inspiring. He uses leadership mindset development training to persuade businesses that they already have what it takes to enhance their productivity and conquer challenges. (Courtesy Photo) By Megan Sayles, AFRO Business Writer Report for America Corps Member msayles@afro.com Although Rodney C. Burris’ portfolio includes distinct clients like […]
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Ravens re-sign Kenji Bahar, win 18th consecutive preseason game in opener against Saints
Baltimore Ravens quarterback Tyler Huntley looks to pass against the New Orleans Saints during the second half of an NFL preseason football game, Aug. 14. in Baltimore. (AP Photo/Nick Wass) By Demetrius Dillard Special to the AFRO The Baltimore Ravens are entering the 2021 season with a chip on their shoulder. The team has re-signed […]
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Morgan State University appoints Dr. Hongtao Yu as new provost and senior vice president for Academic Affairs
Morgan State University President David K. Wilson and newly appointed provost, Dr. Hongtao Yu, share a brief dialogue. (Photos Courtesy of Office of Morgan State University) BALTIMORE – Morgan State University (MSU) President David K. Wilson today announced the appointment of Hongtao Yu, Ph.D., as the University’s next provost and senior vice president for Academic Affairs. The appointment, […]
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Three Marylanders join inaugural class of social justice fellows
Abigail Johnson of Silver Spring, Md. is one of three Marylanders to receive a spot in the Memorial Foundation’s inaugural Social Justice Fellowship Program, which honors the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. (Courtesy photo) By Nadine Matthews Special to the AFRO Three Maryland locals, Emanuel Yisreal of Owings Mills, Silver Springs’ […]
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CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield Requires Workforce to be Vaccinated
Healthcare organization serving 3.5 million people in communities throughout mid-Atlantic region announces vaccine requirement for workforce, Board members and guests Baltimore, Md./Washington, D.C. – Today, CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield (CareFirst), a not-for-profit and the largest healthcare company in the mid-Atlantic region, announced it will make COVID-19 vaccinations a requirement for its workforce, Boards of Directors, and guests. […]
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Baltimore City completes water and sewer review
(Courtesy of unsplash) By J. K. Schmid Special to the AFRO The Mayor’s office announced the completion of a review of Baltimore City’s and Baltimore County’s water and sewer business and processes, Aug. 16. The overall tone and finding of the study could be summarized as “good, with much room for improvement.” “Fixing the issues […]
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New President Anthony Jenkins wants Coppin to be recognized as the gem that it is
By Beverly Richards Special to the AFRO Dr. Anthony L. Jenkins, Coppin’s eighth president, is relying on the ability of faculty, staff and community partners to help advance the university’s vision and mission. Experiential learning for students, opportunities to showcase faculty expertise, and seeing Coppin get its just due are crucial to him. “Part of my […]
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Cauthen appointed interim executive director of the Baltimore School of the Arts
Rosiland Cauthen, head of the Theater Department since 2016, was appointed after an extensive nationwide search. (Courtesy photo by Mary Gardella) By AFRO Staff The Baltimore School for the Arts (BSA) is pleased to announce the appointment of Ms. Rosiland Cauthen as its Interim Executive Director. Ms. Cauthen will succeed Dr. Chris Ford who retired […]
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Comptroller votes against increased health insurance rates for city employees
Baltimore City Comptroller Bill Henry “Today, the Board of Estimates was asked to approve a plan for FY2022 rate increases to health insurance premiums for city employees and retirees. This plan increases the cost of health care through payroll deductions for approximately 25,000 health plan participants. The COVID-19 adjustment raises worker costs by 7.5%, compared […]