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Passing of Mrs. Margaret L. Jones

(RANDALLSTOWN – February 12, 2026) – It is with deep regret and profound sadness that I announce the passing of my beloved mother, Mrs. Margaret L. Jones, at the age…

TGR: To Be a Poet

(BALTIMORE – October 25, 2025) – Anyone new to Baltimore learns quickly the significance of one’s high school. Here, it’s a badge of honor — the first real decision many of us made before adulthood. It’s also where we first caught a glimpse of what our future could be. Truth is, our record follows us — the academics, the sports, the discipline, and yes, even the missteps. For me, that story leads to Paul Laurence Dunbar Community High School, where I spent my final two years of high school (1981–1983). My cousin Natalie convinced me: “Come to Dunbar. You’ll love…

NEW BALTIMORE: Giving Flowers to the Builders

(BALTIMORE – October 25, 2025) – Everybody knows Frank Johnson — at least, if you’ve been anywhere near the entertainment world. Gold records on the wall. Years with Kevin Liles at Def Jam. Collaborations with some of the biggest names in music. The man can write, play, sing, and — back in the day — he could dance, too. (He just turned 59, so we’ll let him decide about that part!) Last night, friends and family came out to celebrate him — an unforgettable evening filled with laughter, good food, and love. Konan had the music flowing. Then Mike Thomas took…

Patricia Green to be Honored at the Black Wall Street NEW BALTIMORE, Nov. 6th

(BALTIMORE – October 25, 2025) – BMORENews.com proudly presents the Black Wall Street NEW BALTIMORE — a dynamic celebration of Black excellence in business, entrepreneurship, and community leadership on Thursday, November 6, 2025 (6 pm-8 pm). As tradition holds, the centerpiece of the event will be the prestigious Joe Manns Black Wall Street Awards, honoring trailblazers who are making meaningful impact in their industries and communities.  RSVP to blackwallstreetnewbaltimore.eventbrite.com  Since 2011, BMORENews and its partners have recognized more than 2,900 leaders across 9 U.S. cities for their contributions to Black entrepreneurship and economic empowerment. This year, we’re excited to expand that legacy with the debut of the…

Raven LaPrade to be Honored at the Black Wall Street NEW BALTIMORE, Nov. 6th

(BALTIMORE – October 25, 2025) – BMORENews.com proudly presents the Black Wall Street NEW BALTIMORE — a dynamic celebration of Black excellence in business, entrepreneurship, and community leadership on Thursday, November 6, 2025 (6 pm-8 pm). As tradition holds, the centerpiece of the event will be the prestigious Joe Manns Black Wall Street Awards, honoring trailblazers who are making meaningful impact in their industries and communities.  RSVP to blackwallstreetnewbaltimore.eventbrite.com  Since 2011, BMORENews and its partners have recognized more than 2,900 leaders across 9 U.S. cities for their contributions to Black entrepreneurship and economic empowerment. This year, we’re excited to expand that legacy with the debut…

Black Wall Street: NEW BALTIMORE Set for Nov. 6th at Coppin State University

(BALTIMORE – October 24, 2025) – Black Wall Street is coming home — to Coppin State University, the beating heart of West Baltimore’s renaissance. BMORENews.com, publisher of the Joe Manns Black Wall Street Awards, is proud to announce the next edition of this celebrated recognition series: “Black Wall Street: NEW BALTIMORE,” set for Wednesday, November 6, 2025, from 6:00 to 8:00 PM at Coppin State University’s College of Business, located at North Avenue and Warwick. Since launching in Washington, D.C. in 2011 — with the support of Sisters4Sisters Network, Inc. — the Black Wall Street Awards have honored over 3,000…

United Way’s Laura Johnson to Be Honored with Black Wall Street Award

(BALTIMORE – October 24, 2025) – Be sure to RSVP for BMORENews.com’s next Joe Manns Black Wall Street Awards at Coppin State University’s College of Business on Thursday, November 6, 2025, from 6 to 8 pm. RSVP for Black Wall Street NEW BALTIMORE at blackwallstreetnewbaltimore.eventbrite.com. Honorees include Laura Johnson of the United Way. Who is Laura? Laura Johnson is an accomplished community leader and innovator, currently serving as Senior Vice President and Chief Acceleration Officer of the new Social Impact Accelerator (SIA) Division at United Way of Central Maryland (UWCM).  Johnson oversees all aspects of the SIA including data and…