Dr. Samuel L. Myers (Photo/NAFEO) The NAFEO Nation– the 106 Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) and 80 Predominantly Black Institutions (PBIs) celebrates the life and rich legacy of Dr. Samuel L. Myers, NAFEO President (1977-1995) who passed on January 8, 2021 in his 101st year of life. Dr. Lezli Baskerville, President & CEO of […]
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Mike Miller, longtime Senate President Dead at 78
In this Wednesday, Jan. 30, 2019 file photo, Maryland Senate President Thomas V. Mike Miller speaks with members of the news media after listening to Gov. Larry Hogan deliver his annual State of the State address to a joint session of the legislature in Annapolis, Md. Former Maryland Senate President Thomas V. Mike Miller has […]
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Pillar of the community dies of COVID-19
The Rev. Anthony Lee, right, husband to First Lady Earline Lee, left and father of four, died on Jan. 4 of complications from COVID-19. (Courtesy Photo) By Micha Green AFRO D.C. Editor mgreen@afro.com As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to plague the world, many people run to their church leaders for comfort. However one pillar in […]
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Ponzi scheme: Largo men scam millions, FBI seeks victims
(By hafakot_Shutterstock) By Stephen Janis Special to the AFRO A Maryland Grand Jury has handed down indictments for a trio of local businessmen accused of running a Ponzi scheme that left investors with losses estimated to be as high as $28 million. The FBI is also seeking victims of the scheme run by men purporting […]
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An open letter: State buildings should not be named after Senator Miller
Mayor Colin Byrd of Greenbelt, Md. (Courtesy photo) Last week, Senator Mike Miller announced that he was retiring from the Maryland state senate, for health reasons and we join many Marylanders in wishing him the best of health and spirit in retirement. We acknowledge the unparalleled longevity of his tenure in office and his tenure […]
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Comptroller Franchot announces forbearance for business tax returns and payments
Extension also provided for withholding and estimated income tax filings and payments ANNAPOLIS, Md. (January 6, 2021) – Comptroller Peter Franchot today announced that his agency has extended filing and payment deadlines for certain Maryland business taxes and quarterly estimated income tax returns and payments that would be due in January, February and March 2021 […]
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Gov. Hogan and Maryland Health Exchange Benefit announce new special enrollment period
(BALTIMORE) — Gov. Larry Hogan announced today a new special enrollment period in which all uninsured Maryland residents have the opportunity to enroll in health coverage now due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and the recent rise in the positivity rate throughout the state. The enrollment period begins immediately and will run until March 15. […]
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Braveboy’s justice reform continues through rehab and reentry
State’s Attorney Aisha Braveboy is working to reform the justice system by providing reentry opportunities for those who qualify for second chances. (Courtesy Photo) By Mark F. Gray AFRO Staff Writer mgray@afro.com Prince George’s County State’s Attorney Aisha Braveboy continues trying to reform the justice system. While she remains vigilant in prosecuting heinous offenses, she […]
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Season’s greetings to our loyal readers, subscribers and advertisers
This year has been, as Charles Dickens eloquently wrote over 160 years ago, “the best of times and the worst of times.” A deadly pandemic, massive protests, and a contentious presidential election will forever be etched in our collective memories as defining moments of 2020. We mourn with the families of the nearly two million […]
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How I Won in 2020: I bet on me in 2020 and look to cash in 2021
Staff Writer Mark Gray, also host of “The SportsGroove 2.0,” along with other shows, shared how 2020 taught him to bet on himself and step out on faith. (Screenshot) By Mark F. Gray AFRO Staff Writer mgray@afro.com When my friend, mentor, renaissance man and accomplished author Ralph Wiley passed away his obituary read, “The Key […]
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Maryland Chapter of Public Relations Society of America Announces 2021 Board of Directors
BALTIMORE, Dec. 17, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — The Public Relations Society of America Maryland Chapter (PRSA Maryland), the leading organization serving communications and public relations professionals in central Maryland, has announced its 2021 president, executive committee, and board of directors. The chapter elected David Marshall, Ph.D., APR as 2021 President. Marshall is professor and chair of The Department of Strategic Communication […]
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AFRO Exclusive: Michael Steele talks anti-trumpism, tells all on the ‘Boxx’
Former Maryland Lieutenant Governor and Republican National Committee Chair from 2009-2011, Michael Steele, talked Trumpism and work being done to combat it on the Dec. 3 episode of “Chicken Boxx,” an {AFRO} show on Facebook Live. (Courtesy Photo) By Micha Green AFRO D.C. Editor mgreen@afro.com The AFRO began the show “Chicken Boxx,” to offer experts from […]