The Maryland Small Business Reserve Program, established in 2004, allows small businesses to compete as prime contractors in state procurement and provides financial control and security.
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Moore unveils plan to help laid-off federal workers in Maryland
Maryland Governor Wes Moore has announced an initiative to support federal workers impacted by recent mass layoffs, including a Black Army veteran who was laid off just days after receiving an email notifying him of his termination.
Posted inNational News
Working Together: How members of the Black Press and Black labor movement changed the world
Dr. Frances “Toni” Draper, AFRO publisher and CEO, discusses the collaboration between Black press and the Black labor union movement in her book, “Prayer and Pen,” which includes prayers and commentaries on labor, education, and more.
Posted inBaltimore News
Rev. Dr. Tim Tooten Sr. , renowned journalist, professor and pastor, dies
Rev. Dr. Tim Tooten, a veteran of 35 years in broadcasting and community service, has passed away, leaving behind a legacy of education and community activism.
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Meet the Tendea Family: Leading change in Baltimore
Elijah Miles, founder and chairman of the Tendea Family, is continuing the work of Martin Luther King Jr. by empowering the Black community in Baltimore and providing opportunities for youth to become community advocates and leaders.
Posted inWashington D.C. News
Breaking all the rules: A look at Martin Luther King ‘the troublemaker’
Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. is remembered as a “good troublemaker” who fought for civil rights, voting rights, and justice, inspiring others to stand up for what is right and make a difference in their communities.
Posted inArts & Culture
AFRO Book Corner: Nigerian culinary expert discusses new memoir, importance of sharing culture through food
Iquo Ukoh’s new book, “Memories on a Platter: My Journey with Nigerian Food,” explores the rich culture of Nigerian food, allowing Nigerians and members of the diaspora to understand their relationship with the cuisine.
Posted inPOLITICS
Rhode Island Rep. Gabe Amo reflects on first term in office
U.S. Rep. Gabe Amo, D-R.I., champions unity and inclusivity in a polarized political landscape. He focuses on economic development, healthcare access, and environmental justice.
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AFRO News selects Senator Angela D. Alsobrooks as person of the year
Senator Angela D. Alsobrooks has been named the 2024 AFRO Person of the Year for her unwavering dedication to public service and transformative leadership, as she begins serving as the first Black person to represent the state of Maryland in the U.S. Senate.
Posted inBUSINESS
Serving seniors with pride: Meet the new AARP CEO, Dr. Myechia Minter-Jordan
Dr. Myechia Minter-Jordan has been appointed as the new CEO of AARP, with a focus on advocating for the inclusion of oral health in broader health care and public health discussions, as well as ensuring the sustainability and viability of Social Security and Medicare.
Posted inU.S. Government
Democratic lawmakers urge Justice Department to provide resources for individuals impacted by police brutality
U.S. Rep. Ayanna Pressley and Sen. Edward J. Markey have sent a letter to the Department of Justice’s Office for Victims of Crime urging the allocation of resources and support for individuals affected by police brutality.
Posted inU.S. Government
Lawmakers introduce bipartisan bill to support families of incarcerated individuals
Rep. Sydney Kamlager-Dove and Sens. Jon Ossoff and John Kennedy have introduced the Family Notification of Death, Injury, or Illness in Custody Act to ensure that families are promptly notified if a loved one in custody suffers a serious illness, injury or death.