Black Wall Street

Award Recognizes Her Work Building Legacy Through Girls’ Basketball and Youth Empowerment (BALTIMORE – February 4, 2026) – Shantia Murphy, an IT specialist, basketball coach, and founder of Legacy House, will be honored at the 2026 Joe Manns Black Wall Street Awards on Thursday at 6 pm at the Thurgood Marshall Amenity Center. The recognition celebrates her multifaceted approach to youth development, combining technology expertise with athletic mentorship and community advocacy. RSVP to donigloverlive.eventbrite.com. Murphy brings a unique blend of technical acumen and community leadership to her work. She holds a Master of Science in Health Systems Management from the…

The Doni Glover Show LIVE Pilot + Black Wall Street Awards | Kevin Scott Among Honorees

(BALTIMORE – February 1, 2026) – BMORENews is excited to announce the pilot episode of The Doni Glover Show LIVE, broadcasting from the Thurgood Marshall Amenity Center on Thursday, February 5, 2026, from 6:00 to 7:00 PM. RSVP here: donigloverlive.eventbrite.com The live broadcast will feature an impressive lineup of guests, including Baltimore County Councilman Julian Jones, Alexandria Warrick-Adams of Elev8 Baltimore, Edwin Avent of the Baltimore Collegiate School for Boys, and Alexis Solis. Both Jones and Solis are currently seeking elected office, and we look forward to hearing their visions for the community. The show will conclude with a special…

BMORENews Announces Pilot Episode of The Doni Glover Show LIVE

(BALTIMORE – January 28, 2026) – BMORENews is excited to announce the pilot episode of The Doni Glover Show LIVE, broadcasting from the Thurgood Marshall Amenity Center on Thursday, February 6, 2026, from 6:00 to 7:00 PM. RSVP here. The live broadcast will feature an impressive lineup of guests, including Baltimore County Councilman Julian Jones, Alexandria Warrick-Adams of Elev8 Baltimore, Edwin Avent of the Baltimore Collegiate School for Boys, and Alexis Solis. Both Jones and Solis are currently seeking elected office, and we look forward to hearing their visions for the community. The show will conclude with a special fashion…

From 93 to 11: Black Wall Street Summit Kicks Off 2026 With Faith and Hustle (SEE PICS)

(BALTIMORE – January 5, 2026) – To God be the glory for the great things He has done. To God be the glory for the great things He has done, including allowing us to have Saturday’s Black Wall Street NEW YEAR Summit at the Downtown Cultural Arts Center. We thank God because nothing is possible without Him. The weather was perfect. The spirit was right because we began – as always – with an ecumenical prayer. My daddy said to always thank the Lord. And from there, we set off for a 4-hour journey into the lives and souls of…

Baltimore’s Youth Entrepreneurs & Basketball Legacy Take Center Stage at Black Wall Street New Year Summit This Saturday

(BALTIMORE – January 1, 2026) — While the nightly news too often reduces our young people to headlines of harm, this Saturday’s Black Wall Street New Year Summit offers a powerful counter-narrative — one rooted in excellence, discipline, creativity, and legacy. This year’s Summit proudly uplifts nine youth entrepreneurs whose work, vision, and initiative speak louder than any stereotype: Youth HonoreesMackenzie Olivia, Skylar Dandridge, David Dandridge III, Donovan Dandridge, Ayodele Oni, Raheem Pierce, Damani Taylor, Jernie Key, and Dream Thompson. “We are so very, very proud of our youth entrepreneurs,” said Doni Glover, founder of the Joe Manns Black Wall…

They’re Supposed to Be Here: Celebrating DSD Concessions Youth at Black Wall Street Summit

Six Young Entrepreneurs Proving Excellence is the Norm, Not the Exception (BALTIMORE – December 27, 2025) – The narrative is tired. Turn on the news, scroll social media, and you’d think our youth are lost. That’s a lie told so often it becomes background noise. But walk up to a DSD Concessions stand and meet Damani Taylor. Fifth grade. Makes snowballs with pride. Member of the Black Excellence Club, Kindness Club, Student Band, Soccer team, and School Safety Patrol Officer. Multiple school awards for being respectful, responsible, creating safe environments so others can learn. Damani doesn’t just work – she…

Black Wall Street Summit to Honor Cloverdale Basketball Legends

Six West Baltimore Icons Recognized for Decades of Service Creating Safe Space for Youth (BALTIMORE – December 27, 2025) – The Black Wall Street NEW YEAR Summit will honor six Cloverdale Basketball legends whose volunteer service spans decades of creating and maintaining a safe space for West Baltimore youth. Dr. Warren C. Hayman (Chair), Earl “Rocky” Garner (President), Walter Leslie (Vice President), William “Mr. Bill” Harris (Treasurer), John Chase (Secretary), and Dale Fauntleroy, Sgt. at Arms, will be recognized at the January 3rd, 2026 summit at Downtown Cultural Arts Center. At 93 years old, Dr. Hayman – a Coppin State…

AUTHORS PANEL: From Page to Purpose

Black Wall Street NEW YEAR Summit | January 3rd, 2026 Some people write to tell stories. These authors write to change lives. Dr. David Miller, Ed.D. leads the panel. With 14 children’s books to his credit, lectures across the US and Africa, and the groundbreaking Dare To Be King curriculum for Black boys, Dr. Miller turned decades in Baltimore City Public Schools into a literary mission. He mentored me. He mentors generations. Alexis Solis brings fresh perspective as a first-time author who’s also running for US Congress from Prince George’s County this June. She understands that representation happens on the…

Black Wall Street NEW YEAR Summit 2026 Draws 100+ Registrants Ahead of Jan. 3 Event

Honoring Banking Pioneer Maggie Lena Walker; Mob The Block to Present; One Vendor Opportunity Remains (BALTIMORE – December 27, 2025) – The Black Wall Street NEW YEAR Summit honoring Maggie Lena Walker has drawn over 100 registered attendees from across the DMV and beyond, with participants confirmed from Baltimore, Pikesville, Silver Spring, Rosedale, Bowie, Washington D.C., Arlington, VA, and Nashville, TN. The free summit takes place January 3rd, 2026 at 10:00 AM at the Downtown Cultural Arts Center. The event honors Maggie Lena Walker, the first African American woman to charter a bank in the United States. In 1903, Walker…

The Legacy of the Joe Manns Black Wall Street Award

(BALTIMORE – December 27, 2025) – The person taking the picture is Josh, the son of Joe Manns. Joe Manns is no longer with us physically, but his spirit stands strong – I tell ya! It was Leamon Best, a blind man, who led me to Joe. Leamon would come on our WOLB 1010 AM Tuesday morning show on Radio One Baltimore for years. He’d bring talent who’d sing. You see, Leamon hosted these talent shows that gave many people of all ages an opportunity to perform. Little Ashley – well, she’s a grown woman now – but she was…

11-Year-Old Entrepreneur Mackenzie to Be Honored at Inaugural Black Wall Street Youth Awards

Young Designer Brings Handmade Accessories Brand to January 3rd Summit (BALTIMORE – December 22, 2025) – Mackenzie, the 11-year-old founder of Mackenzie Olivia & Co., will be honored at the second annual Black Wall Street Youth Awards during the Black Wall Street New Year Summit 2026 on Saturday, January 3, 2026. The young entrepreneur has built a thriving handmade accessories business, designing and creating scrunchies, bows, and tote bags, along with custom pieces that showcase her creative vision and business acumen. Mackenzie recently showcased her business at the Acton Children’s Business Fair in November 2024 and is currently working on…