By Micha Green, AFRO Washington, D.C. Editor, mgreen@afro.com Caption: District of Columbia Mayor Muriel Bowser, State Superintendent of Education Hanseul Kang, Interim DCPS Chancellor Amanda Alexander and Acting Deputy Mayor for Education Paul Kihn surprised third grade teacher Kelly Harper with the 2019 D.C. Teacher of the Year Award. (Courtesy Photo) A teacher in Ward 6 had […]
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National Capital Baptist Convention Supports Northeast Maglev
By Micha Green, AFRO Washington, D.C. Editor, mgreen@afro.com In hopes of providing more jobs and opportunities for residents of the region, the National Capital Baptist Convention (NCBC) announced its support of Northeast Maglev- the company overseeing the SCMAGLEV high-speed rail project between Washington, D.C. and New York City. Northeast Maglev is working with the Central Japan Railway […]
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Impact of Development on Inner Cities Discussed at Smithsonian
By Delonte Harrod, Special to the AFRO The nation’s capital is among several American cities where rapid re-development has borne ills such as the destabilization of long-standing communities of color, and increased poverty. Scholars, activists, non-profit leaders and local journalists came together on Nov. 2 to discuss the phenomenon, and especially its impact on Washington, D.C. […]
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Remembering Ntozake Shange
By AFRO Staff A legendary Black feminist, poet and playwright shared an unforgettably intimate moment with District audiences just a few days before her passing on October 27 at a senior home in Bowie, Maryland. On October 23, award winning literary Ntozake Shange graced the stage of Busboy’s and Poets as she shared a selection […]
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Black Panther Costume Revealed at NMAAHC
By Brianna McAdoo, Special to the AFRO Wakanda forever has been taken to a new level at the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture (NMAAHC). On October 24, Chadwick Boseman’s “Black Panther” costume was on display for the first time as a part of the inaugural African American Film Festival at the National […]
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FAMU Graduate Seeks To Represent Ward 5 on the D.C. State Board of Education
By Lauren E. Williams, Special to the AFRO Adrian Jordan, talked to the AFRO for 30 minutes straight. Jordan, 34, a candidate for Ward 5 State Board of Education, took no breaks to read notes or even to drink a glass of water. He just looked at me straight in the eye and answered the reporter’s […]
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Black Owned Music Venues
By Nyame-Kye Kondo, Special to the AFRO With the D.C. fall art season in full swing, Black musicians and patrons alike are getting amped for a chilly season made warm by good music. Historically known for its soulful vibes, the development of Go-Go and hardcore punk music, Washington D.C. has a legacy of Black musical excellence. […]
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Residents Look to Incentivize Growth for Local Musical Performers
By Lauren Poteat, Special to the AFRO Life may have just gotten a little sweeter for small performing arts venues and artists, looking to capitalize on the intimacy, originality and authenticity of their local music. On Oct. 30, legislation B22-577 the “Performing Arts Promotion Amendment Act of 2017,” originally proposed by Councilmember Robert White (D- […]
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Black Mentors Required to Save Our Children
By Lenore T. Adkins, Special to the AFRO At the Oct. 23 annual fundraiser and reception for National Capital Area CARES, an organization that mentors impoverished Black teenagers in the District, author and Georgetown University professor Michael Eric Dyson called on Black people of privilege to remember and support the children who need them. “In our […]
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DMV HBCU Report: Bowie State Closer to CIAA North Title; Howard and Morgan Lose
By MARK F. GRAY, Special to the AFRO Bowie State moved one step closer to playing for their conference championship while Howard and Morgan were all but mathematically eliminated from contention with losses last weekend. Howard University celebrated its 151st homecoming last week, but lost their football game against South Carolina State (27-21) (Courtesy Photo). BOWIE […]
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DC Mayor Announces New Grants to Improve Safety in Religious Institutions
By Lauren E. Williams, Special to The AFRO Immediately following the tragic massacre of Jewish worshippers at the Tree of Life Synagogue in Pittsburgh, D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser announced nearly $1 million in grants to help support security and preparedness for non-profit organizations and religious groups. Managed through D.C.’s Homeland Security and Emergency Management Agency (HSEMA), […]
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Martha’s Table Celebrates New Location and New D.C. Dedication
By George Kevin Jordan, Special to the AFRO Martha’s table will host their October Market from 4-6 p.m. today at at the Commons, in honor of the organizations new address and expanding commitment to D.C. The event will include events for all ages including: no-cost pop-up market to shop for fresh fruits, veggies, and shelf […]