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Why the Orange Blossom Classic Matters for Miamians

August 20, 2025 Lynnfaye 0

By Jessica Garrett Modkins, Founding Member & Vice President of the Black Owned Media Alliance, Publisher of the Culture News, and President of Hip Rock Star, a media corporation | When most people picture Miami, […]

The Joy of Growing Flower Bulbs for Beginners

August 19, 2025 Lynnfaye 0

PHILADELPHIA, PA, UNITED STATES, August 18, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ — Planting flower bulbs is like burying a hidden treasure—only instead of gold, the reward is beautiful blooms in the spring! There’s something exciting about tucking bulbs […]

Gateways Music Festival 2025 – 2026 Season to Feature A Fall Festival Centerpiece with Terence Blanchard

August 19, 2025 Lynnfaye 0

Black classical artistry is in the spotlight from Rochester to Winston-Salem, with season highlights including chamber works by Samuel Coleridge-Taylor and featured appearances and partnerships with American String Teachers Association and Suzuki Association of the […]

American Black Film Festival Expands to New York City, Atlanta, Dallas & Los Angeles Ahead of the Legendary Festivals 30th Anniversary

August 19, 2025 Lynnfaye 0

LOS ANGELES, CA (August 13, 2025) – NICE CROWD, the company behind the American Black Film Festival (ABFF), today announced the launch of the ABFF Pop-Up Tour, a new national initiative bringing the energy, creativity, and community […]

Statement From Mayor Deegan on Cut to Meals on Wheels

August 15, 2025 Lynnfaye 0

JACKSONVILLE, Florida, August 15, 2025 — “It’s deeply disappointing that the Finance Committee voted to cut $1.7 million from Meals on Wheels. This is a program that delivers not just food, but also vital wellness checks, dignity, […]

Highest 2 Lowest Review by Dwight Brown Film Critic

August 15, 2025 Lynnfaye 0

By Dwight Brown Film Critic for DwightBrownInk.com and NNPA News Wire | Oh, what a beautiful mornin’, Oh what a beautiful day. I’ve got a beautiful feelin’, Everything’s goin’ my way.” Well, no. Maybe everything’s […]

New FAMU President Struggles to Convert Critics

August 13, 2025 Staff 0

by Noni Haynes Tallahassee—A bumpy first week for Marva Johnson was highlighted by negative comments to her videotaped inaugural speech and walk through the campus bookstore. For a second time, the university blocked comments on […]

The 60th Anniversary of The Voting Rights Act And You Avatar photo by Dr. John E. Warren

August 12, 2025 Lynnfaye 0

By Dr. John E. Warren, Publisher, San Diego Voice & Viewpoint | As some of us celebrate the passage of the Voting Rights Act of 1965, there are those among us determined to destroy what’s left of […]

62-Year-Old Black Track Runner Breaks Record at the National Senior Games in Iowa

August 12, 2025 Lynnfaye 0

Nationwide — Johnnie Reid, a 62-year-old African American athlete who works at the State Attorney’s office in Naples, Florida, just broke a national record at the National Senior Games in Ames, Iowa. She ran 100 meters […]

Why Spirit Airlines Might Not Survive this Crisis

August 12, 2025 Lynnfaye 0

By Tega Egwabor | Budget carrier warns of substantial doubt about continuing operations amid weakening demand | Spirit Airlines is facing its most challenging period since emerging from bankruptcy, with the budget carrier issuing a stark warning […]