By AFRO Staff The Rev. Carl L. Washington Sr., founding pastor, St. Timothy’s Christian Baptist Church, died July 21, surrounded by his wife, the Rev. Dr. Minnie Washington and their family. They are grateful for all the prayers, shared tears and heartfelt condolences. Instead of flowers, those who would like to express their love are […]
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The Well: Your Internal Spring
By Andi Pyatt “The Well” is a recurring column to remind us of the power we possess in mind, body and spirit. The past five months have taught us many things about ourselves and the world around us. We have learned to connect to the flow of the universe. Over the past few weeks I […]
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Commentary: End Legalized Theft of Black Owned Land
By Nneka Nnamdi In America Black people are no strangers to the erosion of property rights or the theft of land. Our experience as property certainly bloodies the water. Even still we have used our agricultural acumen, innovative genius and cooperative practice to become property owners from the antebellum period until today. In fact by […]
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Commentary: CRC Weighs in on Atlas Restaurants
By Philip H. Farfel I am compelled to write this as a lifelong resident of Baltimore City who has been engaged in civil rights advocacy for 50 years. Recent revelations of countless acts of apparent discrimination by the Atlas Restaurant Group, Inc., obligate the Baltimore City Community Relations Commission (CRC) to investigate. Article 4, of […]
Posted inCoronavirus
Morgan State Resumes Schooling With Precautions
By Reginald Allen II and Alana Bynes-Richardson President David Wilson and administrative faculty hosted a Morgan State University virtual town hall meeting in preparation of the upcoming fall semester on July 17. Wilson said, “We have the science to guide us, not the politics.” His statement set the tone for the rest of the town […]
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MSU Distancing, No Sports: ‘We Gon’ Be Alright’
By Joshua Moore Special to the AFRO President David Wilson and members of his leadership team addressed safety protocols regarding COVID-19 to Morgan State University students in a virtual town hall meeting. Lesia Crumpton-Young, provost and senior vice president of Academic Affairs, addressed classroom conduct and how classes will be regulated. There will be a […]
Posted inAfro Briefs
Suicide and the Stigma that Keeps It Going
By Alexis Taylor, Special to the AFRO “This can be over in minutes,” thought Estenia Goodridge. Yes, her mother would be distraught at losing a daughter, but in the end that tie wasn’t enough. Goodridge swallowed the pills. Her mother had other children who could comfort and care for her. The date was August 18, […]
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ArchBishop Naomi C. DuRant’s Altar Call
By Jannette J. Witmyer Special to the AFRO If your connection to Baltimore radio runs through R&B and gospel stations WSID, WEBB, and WBGR, then it’s quite likely that you’re familiar with the late Archbishop Naomi C. DuRant. Maybe you were one of the countless listeners who, through the years, started their day by responding […]
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Baltimore County to Support Local Businesses with Grants to Chambers of Commerce
Baltimore County to Support Local Businesses with Grants to Chambers of Commerce $20,000 Grants will Fund COVID-related Programming and Marketing Efforts TOWSON, MD – Baltimore County Executive Johnny Olszewski today announced a $600,000 grant program designed to assist chambers of commerce and business associations in their missions to support businesses in their communities. The grant […]
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American Red Cross-Run for the Red Virtual Run
We’ve all been stuck inside for months waiting for something, anything to do. We’re antsy, irritated, happy, and sad. Feeling all the feels. Wouldn’t it be nice if we could get outside, moving our bodies, and give back to the community all at once? Well, you can! The Red Cross is hosting a socially distanced […]
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John Lewis: From Bishop McKenzie
Submitted by Bishop Vashti McKenzie It was a hot day in Atlanta when we marched together! Congressman John Lewis, ever on the front line, in Good Trouble, rest in power. pic.twitter.com/wQbi5mrfo3 — Vashti McKenzie (@vashtimckenzie) July 18, 2020
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John Lewis. Mourning the Passing of a Civil Rights Icon – Morgan State University Newsroom
Submitted by President David Wilson This morning, we awaken to the unfortunate news of the passing of the Honorable Congressman John Lewis. At a time when our national heroes are few, we have lost a true champion who fought—literally and figuratively—-for freedom, equality, justice and fairness for all. He and his leadership will be missed. While […]
