The Maryland Small Business Reserve Program, established in 2004, allows small businesses to compete as prime contractors in state procurement and provides financial control and security.
Category: Baltimore News
Posted inSports
AFRO Flipbook: A look at Baltimore’s 2025 CIAA Men’s and Women’s Basketball Tournament
The 2025 CIAA Men’s and Women’s Basketball Tournament took place in Baltimore at the CFG Bank Arena from February 25 to March 1, featuring athletes from 12 historically Black colleges and universities.
Posted inBooks
Five books to read this year on the remarkable Dr. Vivien Thomas
Dr. Vivien Thomas, a pioneering figure in medical history, developed groundbreaking techniques in heart surgery without formal medical training and worked alongside Dr. Alfred Blalock at Vanderbilt University and Johns Hopkins University.
Posted inTransportation
Red Line and other transit projects face tough odds this spring
Maryland lawmakers are putting transit priorities, including Baltimore’s Red Line, on hold due to bleak federal funding prospects and a search for savings in the state budget, while some lawmakers argue that investing in transit is essential for economic growth and rural transit agencies are struggling to provide reliable service.
Posted inCollege
Coppin State University celebrates 125 years during 2025 Homecoming events
Coppin State University celebrated its 125th anniversary with a slew of events, including a homecoming game, a worship service, and the unveiling of portraits of past presidents, all highlighted by Roe Vision, a graduate of Morgan State University.
Posted inHealth
A time to grieve: Loss is often heavy on the heart
Grief is a natural emotional response to loss, encompassing feelings of sadness, anger, guilt, and despair, and can manifest differently for each person, often causing physical and emotional challenges.
Posted inAfro Briefs
24-hour shopping blackout begins Friday, February 28
A grassroots movement, dubbed the “Target fast,” is calling for a 24-hour boycott of Target stores in protest of their decision to end their diversity, equity, and inclusion programs, potentially impacting their sales and the broader economy.
Posted inBaltimore Government
Baltimore City Council, residents demand action from BGE over rate hikes
Baltimore residents are struggling to pay their gas and electric bills, with BGE rates increasing due to cold weather and additional taxes and fees.
Posted inBaltimore News
Baltimore native recognized as Naval Education and Training Command’s 2024 Military Instructor of the Year
Gunner’s Mate 1st Class Johnelle Jones, a Baltimore native, was recognized as Naval Education and Training Command’s Military Instructor of the Year (Mid-Grade Enlisted) for 2024 for her dedication in training future warfighters.
Posted inBaltimore Government
Baltimore native Kamau Marshall joins Mayor Scott’s team to shape city’s message
Kamau Marshall has been appointed as the new communications director for Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott, bringing his extensive experience in politics and communications to the Charm City.
Posted inMaryland Government
Maryland spent big on youth mental health – but then the budget crisis hit
Maryland’s youth mental health program, which supports behavioral health services for over 58,000 students, is facing a significant funding cut, potentially threatening its future and the well-being of its participants.
Posted inBUSINESS
Maryland’s MBE Night in Annapolis stands strong amid federal DEI rollbacks
The 16th annual MBE Night in Annapolis, led by the Legislative Black Caucus of Maryland, took place on Feb. 20, discussing opportunities in state contracting and addressing DEI initiatives under attack.
