Every 10 years, the United States is required to count the number of people— citizens and non-citizens—living here and in its territories. This year U.S. residents are being counted again. The census tracks, not just the number of people, but where those people are located. This process is important for a number of reasons, mostly […]
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Everyone Counts -2010 Census
The 2010 Census is comprised of just 10 questions, and it can be completed in a mere 10 minutes, but its effects will span over a decade. Baltimore’s local census office had its grand opening this week at its 250 President St. location. The new office will support field operations in the eastern portion of […]
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NACCP to Host Panel on Childhood Obesity
The Baltimore City Branch of the NAACP recently declared childhood obesity a “state of emergency,” and will hold a community information meeting and panel discussion on childhood obesity on Jan. 26 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Union Baptist Church in Baltimore. The branch recently submitted a request to Congressman Elijah Cummings seeking his attendance […]
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Dr. Valerie Sheares Ashby formally inaugurated as UMBC’s first female president
By Tashi McQueen, AFRO Political Writer, tmcqueen@afro.com In a joyous celebration, Dr. Valerie Sheares Ashby, the first woman to lead the University of Maryland Baltimore County (UMBC), was formally inaugurated. “I am truly grateful to be a part of this beloved community,” said Sheares Ashby, during her inauguration on April 27. “Thank you for the […]