(BALTIMORE – February 3, 2026) – Some people let their past define them. Shanny Young refused. This Thursday, February 5th, BMORENews will honor Shanteari “Shanny” Young with the Joe Manns Black Wall Street Award at The Doni Glover Show LIVE pilot episode. Her story isn’t just about resilience—it’s about radical transformation, unwavering accountability, and the audacity to turn the darkest chapter of your life into a blueprint for change. Born and raised in Baltimore, Shanny began her career at 22 years old as a Correctional Officer, serving for over 11 years before transitioning into early childhood education. She went on…

(BALTIMORE – February 1, 2026) – You want to talk about Black History? Let’s talk about redemption. Let’s talk about resilience. Let’s talk about a man who turned his pain into purpose and his past into power. Carlmichael “Stokey” Cannady lives his life by a simple quote once stated by Winston Churchill: “Never, never, never give up.” Seen as not just a philosophy for his life but a motivating drive for success, Carmichael Cannady, or “Stokey,” is a man who has beaten the odds and stereotypes of society to show himself to be dauntless, resilient, and victorious in overcoming defeat.…

(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…

(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…

(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 – 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…

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…

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…

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…

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…