(BALTIMORE – December 18, 2024) – Chrissy Thornton, President and CEO of Associated Black Charities (ABC), has responded robustly to the media following a recent local media article that inaccurately reported on duplication of a grant approved by the Baltimore City Council for ABC. In her opinion piece, titled “Let’s Leave Healthy Holly in 2024, Shall We?”, Thornton calls attention to the harmful impact of outdated narratives and biased portrayals of Black leadership while highlighting the need for accountability and balance in media coverage. The article, initially framed as a critical exposé, later unceremoniously published a follow-up piece that revealed that its concerns…

(BALTIMORE – December 18, 2024) – Be sure to attend the Black Wall Street New Year EMPOWERMENT SUMMIT on Saturday, January 4, 2025, from 10 am to 2 pm at the Sankofa Children’s Museum of African Cultures at 4330 Pimlico Rd. This will be an inspiring event filled with workshops, speakers, networking opportunities, and, of course, the coveted Joe Manns Black Wall Street Awards. This event is presented by BMORENews.com, the West North Avenue Development Authority (WNADA), and Fulton Bank. RSVP to BlackWallStreetSummit2025.eventbrite.com. Honorees receiving the Joe Manns Black Wall Street Awards include Adeyemi Adeduro. Who is Adeyemi? Adeyemi Adeduro…

(BALTIMORE – December 18, 2024) – Be sure to attend the Black Wall Street New Year EMPOWERMENT SUMMIT on Saturday, January 4, 2025, from 10 am to 2 pm at the Sankofa Children’s Museum of African Cultures at 4330 Pimlico Rd. This will be an inspiring event filled with workshops, speakers, networking opportunities, and, of course, the coveted Joe Manns Black Wall Street Awards. This event is presented by BMORENews.com, the West North Avenue Development Authority (WNADA), and Fulton Bank. RSVP to BlackWallStreetSummit2025.eventbrite.com. Honorees receiving the Joe Manns Black Wall Street Awards include Marci Flournoy. Who is Marci? Sultry songstress…

(BALTIMORE – December 17, 2024) – Welcome to the Black Wall Street NEW YEAR EMPOWERMENT Summit! Join us at the Sankofa Children’s Museum of African Cultures for an inspiring event filled with workshops, speakers, networking opportunities, and, of course, the coveted Joe Manns Black Wall Street Awards. This is your chance to connect with like-minded individuals and gain valuable insights to kickstart your new year with positivity and empowerment. Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to grow and thrive in the new year! Event Summary Goals: Celebrate the achievements of the previous year. Provide valuable resources and networking opportunities for entrepreneurs…

(LARGO, MD – December 17, 2024) – Acting County Executive Tara H. Jackson announced today that she appointed Mr. Barry L. Stanton as the County’s Acting Chief Administrative Officer (ACAO). Mr. Stanton has served in the Office of the County Executive for two administrations, including in his current role as Deputy Chief Administrative Officer (DCAO) for Public Safety and Homeland Security. He begins his role as ACAO effective immediately. “We are excited to appoint Mr. Stanton to the role of Acting Deputy Chief Administrative Officer,” said Acting County Executive Jackson. “With more than 40 years of experience, Mr. Stanton brings…

Chicagoan Dina McReynolds Everage’s home is the West African nation of Ghana. Not only is Ghana her home, it is also her country. (CHICAGO – December 17, 2024) – Can you go home even if you have never been? Even if you’re not sure where home is? For Chicagoan Dina McReynolds Everage home is the West African nation of Ghana. Not only is Ghana her home, it is also her country. Naba’a Richard Muhammad’s Straight Words is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. Upgrade to paid In November,…

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(ANNAPOLIS, MD – December 16, 2025) – Governor Wes Moore today announced the appointment of The Honorable Jill P. Carter to the Maryland State Board of Contract Appeals; Alverne (Chet) Chesterfield to the Maryland State Board of Education; and Lafe Solomon as chair of the Public Employee Relations Board. “Our state boards and commissions have a fundamental role in moving Maryland forward. I thank Senator Carter, Mr. Chesterfield, and Mr. Solomon for raising their hands to serve,” said Gov. Moore. “These three public servants have built distinguished careers advancing the interests and values of our state. I thank them for continuing to give back…

Morgan Alum Ed Gainey, Mayor of Pittsburgh, Galvanized 454 Undergraduate and Graduate Degree Candidates as Keynote Speaker at the National Treasure (BALTIMORE – December 16, 2024)—Wise words and exemplars of purpose, adversity, and growth illuminated Talmadge L. Hill Field House amidst a brisk and overcast day today at the 11th Fall Commencement Exercises of Morgan State University.  Glowing faces decorated the arena, and the warm spirit of unbridled joy filled the atmosphere as more than 450 bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral candidates received degrees during the ceremony, beginning their next chapter as graduates of Maryland’s Preeminent Public Urban Research University, the…