Photo: stockbakery via 123RF In today’s world, earning a living doesn’t always follow the traditional 9-to-5 job format. With the rise of the gig economy and the ever-evolving nature of work, people have discovered unconventional and often peculiar ways to make money. From testing apps to getting paid for professional sleeping, these unique ventures prove […]
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5 ways to build or rebuild your credit
Sponsored by JPMorgan Chase & Co. A good credit score is a critical part of a healthy financial future. Having strong credit can make it easier to get a car loan, mortgage, an apartment and even some jobs. Because lenders use your credit score to help assess your reliability as a borrower, a high credit score […]
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Retire Early: A Step-by-Step Guide for Average Income Levels
Photo: CRAIG ROBINSON via 123RF Many people dream of retiring early, but it can seem impossible, especially if you don’t make a lot of money. However, with proper planning and a few smart decisions, retiring early can become a reality for anyone. This guide will outline the key steps you can take to retire early, […]
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AFRO to host Juneteenth breakfast “We’ve Come This Far By Faith”
The AARP-sponsored event will honor local faith leaders and Black Baltimore historical institutions In celebration of Juneteenth, the AFRO is honored to host “We’ve Come This Far By Faith”, a breakfast recognizing faith leaders throughout Baltimore’s African-American community. As the oldest Black-owned business in D.C., Maryland and Virginia, the AFRO plays a central role in […]
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DEI, More than a Buzzword
By Tonya Odom For as long as I can remember, I have been passionate about justice. I was invested in Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) before DEI was considered a buzzword. It is why I went to law school. It’s why I served as a judge and why as a little girl, I was the […]
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Atlas Performing Arts Center Seeking artists and performing artists for our 2023 – 2024 season OPEN CALL Apply now!
The historic Atlas Performing Arts Center located in the H Street Corridor in Washington, DC is a leader in presenting arts of the now. A nonprofit organization, Atlas nurtures diverse artists, leverages partnerships to explore current issues, and promotes a passion for the arts. They believe the arts are essential for an inclusive and just society and model respect, creativity, and leadership. They’re committed to presenting local artists and are looking […]
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Coppin State University: Go All In
Coppin State University was founded in 1900 to fill the need for education for African Americans. Specifically, Coppin was founded as a school for black educators, who would go on to teach generations of young people in Maryland, and specifically in the Baltimore City Public School System. The university’s namesake, Fanny Jackson Coppin, was a […]
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A Steady Clymb Helps Students Reach New Heights of Well-Being
Ashley Williams, founder and CEO of Clymb, knows students and their struggles. In her prior role as director of climate and culture at Southwest Baltimore Charter School, Williams developed emotional intelligence and mindfulness curriculum. While she valued the work, Williams found it an impossible task for one person to manage the emotional well-being of 400 […]
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Baltimore Teens Develop Creative Climate Resilience Solutions
By Hub staff report /, Published May 3 Students from three Baltimore high schools recently spent a day developing and presenting ideas for how communities in cities such as Baltimore can become more resilient against the effects of climate change and how city residents can better cope with heat stress and other climate-related health threats. […]
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Black women are two to three times more likely to have uterine fibroids—here’s how to manage and treat them
By Megan Sayles, AFRO Business Writer, Report for America Corps Member, msayles@afro.com In the U.S., 26 million women aged 15 to 50 have uterine fibroids, or benign growths of the uterus, and more than half of those women will experience associated symptoms and health risks. For African American women, the lifetime incidence of fibroids is […]
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In Your Neighborhood: Health Care Made Easy
You shouldn’t have to take off work to see your doctor or find childcare to get a flu shot. If you have trouble physically getting to office appointments or no one to coordinate and guide your overall care, there is a path forward with GBMC HealthCare. GBMC Health Partners Primary Care—Jonestown, located at 1017 E. […]
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Small Business Owners – Catalysts for Economic Growth
Sponsored content from JPMorgan Chase & Co. Almost half of all U.S. employees work for small businesses, defined as companies with fewer than 500 employees, and a staggering 99 percent of all U.S. companies fall under the “small business” designation, according to the Small Business Association. Entrepreneurship can be a stepping stone to wealth generation. […]