World-renowned poet, activist, and scholar Sonia Sanchez will discuss their literary works and professional experiences with Bowie State University students in two free public lectures, as part of the Global Woman Project Lecture Series. Both events feature open question-and-answer forums and book signings immediately following the programs. “An Evening with Sonia Sanchez” will take place […]
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The Sojourner Douglass College Struggle Continues
Sojourner-Douglass College’s very existence hangs in the balance as the school faces a “historic” challenge that can only be weathered with the community’s support, officials say. “My appeal is to the public, we need their support—both financial and spiritual,” said founder and president, Charles Simmons. Birthed during the Civil Rights Movement and based on the […]
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Nikki Giovanni Visits Bowie State University
World-renowned poet, activist, and scholar Nikki Giovanni discussed her literary works and professional experiences with Bowie State University students in a public lecture as part of the university’s Global Woman Project Lecture Series. At “An Afternoon with Nikki Giovanni,” Giovanni shared selections of her poetry with English composition students and the public on March 14 […]
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Police Arrest Suspect in Officer Shooting
Running an errand turned bad for a Baltimore City Police officer on March 14. According to authorities, Sgt. Keith McNeil was sitting in his black Toyota Tundra on the 1900 block of Belair Rd., outside a friend’s garage. Before he was able to exit his vehicle, a gunman approached, raised a handgun, and fired several […]
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BWI Workers Arrested While Demanding Equal Pay
Several concession workers at BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport and some of their supporters were arrested March 13 while protesting for a pay hike on the steps of the Maryland State House in Annapolis. The workers went to Annapolis to ask for support in their effort to get BWI Thurgood Marshall concessions developer, AirMall USA, to […]
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Power Up! Exhibit Opens at Maryland Science Center
On March 14, the Maryland Science Center and Constellation celebrated the opening of the center’s newest permanent exhibit, Power Up!. The $1.8 million exhibit, sponsored by Constellation and parent company Exelon, gives visitors an interactive look at the science of electricity. The 4,000-square-foot, multi-lingual (English, Spanish and Braille) exhibit features more than 12 interactive stations […]
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Finally, Recognition at Last !
WASHINGTON (AP) — They were heroes who didn’t get their due. On Tuesday, 24 mostly ethnic or minority U.S. soldiers who performed bravely under fire in three of the nation’s wars finally received the Medal of Honor that the government concluded should have been awarded a long time ago. The servicemen were identified following a […]
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Patterson High Grad Completes Basic Training
Air National Guard Airman 1st Class Tavril K. Prout graduated from basic military training at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, San Antonio, Texas. The airman completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness, and basic warfare principles and skills. Airmen who complete basic training earn […]
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D.C. Mayoral Candidates
The AFRO is presenting information on the candidates seeking the Democratic nomination for mayor of the District of Columbia. Mayor Vincent C. Gray (D), 71 Education: The George Washington University, B.S.; master’s degree in Psychology Elected to D.C. Council in 2004 (Ward 7). Elected mayor in 2010. Endorsements: Laborers International Union of North America; […]
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Owings Mills Track Star Breaks Her Own Record
Prince George’s County Sports Complex held the USATF National Championship track meet, March 7-9. Among the thousands of athletes from across the country was Reisterstown’s own, 13 year old Nyjari McNeil, representing Owings Mills Track Club. On Friday, she broke the meet record in the 400m semi-finals with 58.63. Saturday she won the 800m with […]
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American Express Chairman Kenneth I. Chenault to be Honored by Ron Brown Scholar Program
Kenneth I. Chenault, chairman and chief executive officer of the American Express Company, will be honored at the Ron Brown Scholar Program’s American Journey Awards March 28 at the J.W. Marriott Hotel in Washington D.C. The event honors outstanding Americans who exemplify the vision and transformative ideals of Ronald H. Brown, whose dedication to public […]
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Dating Again for the First Time
For many maturing Americans, 50 is the new 30. People are living longer and healthier. No longer is 50 looked upon as the “beginning of the end,” but as a time of new adventures. And, many 50-plusses are ferociously living life to the fullest—traveling, wining and dining, pursuing new careers, re-imagining their styles and, yes, […]
