United Ways in Maryland Launch COVID-19 Survey to Better Assess Community Needs Baltimore, Md. (March 15, 2021) – United Ways in Maryland today announced a joint effort to survey families affected by the pandemic throughout the state. The COVID-19 Survey will aim to gather information from residents about how their employment, housing and basic needs have […]
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Maryland General Assembly 2021: GOP stealthily push for mandatory minimums, advocates argue
Sen. Will Smith (D-20) of Montgomery County (Courtesy Photo) By Sean Yoes AFRO Senior Reporter syoes@afro.com With less than two weeks before the end of what many believe is a consequential 2021 Maryland General Assembly, legislators and advocates are grappling to secure perhaps the most meaningful law enforcement reform legislation in decades. However, SB 852 […]
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Local HBCUs have their eyes on the Retool Your School prize
Local HBCUs such as Howard, Bowie State, Coppin State, Morgan State and Maryland Eastern Shore are in the running for the Retool Your School program offered through The Home Depot. (Courtesy Photo) By Reginald Allen II Special to the AFRO The Home Depot announced that it will double its donation to $1 million towards the […]
Posted inCoronavirus
FEMA pilot center gives Marylanders new vaccination option
PHILADELPHIA – Marylanders will soon have another venue where they can receive COVID-19 vaccinations: a FEMA-operated community vaccination center in Prince George’s County. The Federal Pilot Community Vaccination Center (CVC) – Maryland will be located at the Greenbelt Metro Station, 5717 Greenbelt Metro Dr., Greenbelt, MD 20740. It will open April 7, with its schedule […]
Posted inLIFE & STYLE
Boardroom Salon for Men now offering executive services to Marylanders
Boardroom Salon for Men, a leader in the men’s grooming industry, expanded its services to Rockville, Md. (Courtesy photo) By Daryl Moore Special to the AFRO Boardroom Salon for Men marks its debut in the state of Maryland in Rockville in the Montrose Crossing Shopping Center. The sophisticated salon built a reputation of excellence by providing exceptional hair and […]
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Behavioral Health, the business of it, bringing it to the Black community
Dr. Charlayne Hayling-Williams, founding president of Community Wellness Ventures discussed behavioral health and the business behind it on the AFRO show, “Chicken Boxx.” (Screenshot) By Carl Thomas Special to the AFRO Behavioral health describes the connection between the health and well-being of the body and the mind. This can include a variety of areas – everything from eating […]
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Maryland HBCUs win in funding feud
(Courtesy of Bowie State University Office of Public Relations) By Deborah Bailey Special to the AFRO In a low key signing ceremony, March 24 at Bowie State University, Governor Larry Hogan finally signaled a willingness for the State of Maryland to put an end to a long history of discrimination in higher education. Surrounded by […]
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April Workshops for the Small Business Owner/Entrepreneur
April Workshops for the Small Business Owner/Entrepreneur The Women’s Business Center at Maryland Capital Enterprises empowers women owned businesses to grow, create jobs, and generate wealth on Maryland’s Eastern Shore and across the state. RSVP now for these upcoming free, online small business workshops in April: Wednesdays 5:30 – 6:30 p. m. Presenter: Sophia Smecker, […]
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United Ways in Maryland join forces with statewide Covid-19 survey inbox
United Ways in Maryland Launch COVID-19 Survey to Better Assess Community Needs Baltimore, Md. (March 15, 2021) – United Ways in Maryland today announced a joint effort to survey families affected by the pandemic throughout the state. The COVID-19 Survey will aim to gather information from residents about how their employment, housing and basic needs […]
Posted inBaltimore News
Annapolis 2021: Real law enforcement reform in Maryland?
(By Good luck images_Shutterstock) By Sean Yoes AFRO Senior Reporter syoes@afro.com Even as HR7120, known as the George Floyd Justice in Policing Act sits in the Senate after passing out of the House on March 3, advocates for real law enforcement reform in Maryland are fighting for perhaps the most comprehensive legislation to combat police […]
Posted inLIFE & STYLE
Stay healthy in a pandemic: Find a way to move it
Big gyms and boutique studios offer a large selection of classes you can join and in some cases, membership isn’t a requirement. By Marcia Ra-Akbar AFRO guest editor The benefits of healthy living are more important than ever before. Physical activity reduces the risks of Type 2 diabetes, heart disease and weight gain. These are […]
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The Pratt Library Stands Against Hate
The Pratt Library Stands Against Hate Words have power. The Enoch Pratt Free Library condemns the increasing attacks against Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders. As information professionals, we categorically denounce the disinformation about the coronavirus that has given rise to the xenophobic and racist assaults against the AAPI community. We stand in solidarity with our […]