Formation, is the essence of something, and a woman represents that which is life, ultimately creators of the universe which is the Art of a Woman. The Art of a Woman goes deeper than the first layer of her epidermis it illuminates and resonates on the canvas through beautiful bold radiant colors capturing the most incredible […]
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Bring on the chips, dip, wings and, Lager it\’s Super Bowl 50! Before being drafted as the first overall pick by the Carolina Panthers, Cameron Newton played college football at Auburn, and what\’s even more fascinating is that he is the only player in modern day to be awarded Heisman Trophy with in one year
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Former Mayor Marian Barry is arguably the most beloved Mayor of Washington DC. Born in Mississippi but raised in Memphis, he understood that racial injustices were a major factor amongst all people of color. His journey started when he got involved in the African-American Civil Rights Movement as the first member of the Nashville Student
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As a parent, two of the most challenging life decisions can be choosing where to give birth, and where to send your child to school. Although these challenges seem easy as ABC, even 123, – they\’re not adding up to equal an easy decision-making process. The epic center of challenges began long before the case,
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The sum of the fight for freedom has yet to equal equality. Slave revolts and rebellions were common throughout the history of Negro slavery in the United States. The most known revolt to-date is Nat Turner\’s insurrection, which took place in Southampton County, Virginia in August 1831, and resulted in the death of fifty-five whites.
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Just about anyone who has a smart phone these days can listen to their jams instantly whether it be on Tidal, Spotify, Soundcloud, or Datpiff. However, back in the 1960\’s these technologies had not been thought of. A relatively new concept had emerged in the field of radio and by 1969 had become a successful
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In 1787 Richard Allen and Absalom Jones, two free Black men of Philadelphia, established the Free African Society. This was the first known organization to be founded by Blacks for the improvement of the economic and social conditions of Negroes in the US. In 1794, while worshiping at St. George\’s Methodist Church in Philadelphia one
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It\’s a beautiful start to a magnificent celebration, Black History Month in the nation\’s capitol! What makes for a magnificent celebration is the fact that Washingtonians are to be celebrated this month for their contributions to their communities and society as a whole. Washington pioneers like Dr. Charles Drew and the beautiful jazz melodies of
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The People of Philanthropy (P.O.P.) celebrated its first Annual Red Carpet Coat Drive. The event was held at the Ultra Bar in NW, Washington DC and was hosted by Guy Lambert (WPGC/95.5) and Ashley Darby (Real Housewives of the Potomac) with a special performance by the DMV\’s very own Black Alley. \”P.O.P. is an organization
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Are you interested in gardening? Do you have a green thumb that you\’d like to perfect this upcoming season? Fortunately, Noyes Park Community Garden Group is seeking residents in Ward 5 to register for plots. Registration starts January 15 and last through the end of the month. “The Noyes Community Garden has twenty 8’x4’ plots.
