(WASHINGTON, D.C. – August 5, 2022) — U.S. Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo announced Friday that Donald R. Cravins, Jr. will serve as the inaugural Under Secretary for Minority Business Development at the Minority Business Development Agency (MBDA) within the U.S. Department of Commerce. Don Cravins Jr. comes into this critical role from the National Urban League, where he served as the Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer. The U.S. Black Chambers, Inc. applauds the U.S. Senate’s unanimous confirmation of this momentous milestone. Ron Busby, Sr. President and CEO of the U.S. Black Chambers, Inc, said, “Don represents what…

New Partnership to Provide Pathway to Degree Attainment and Opportunities to Upskill for Amazon Hourly Employees Located Throughout Maryland and Surrounding States By Morgan State U (BALTIMORE – August 7, 2022) — Morgan State University announced a new partnership on Thursday with Amazon naming Maryland’s largest Historically Black College and University (HBCU) as a new ‘Education Partner’ for the technology company’s Career Choice program. Offered in collaboration with the University’s College of Interdisciplinary and Continuing Studies (CICS), the Career Choice program now allows Amazon hourly employees located throughout Maryland and neighboring states to select Morgan as a destination to pursue a…

Our Story R. E. Harrington Plumbing, Heating & Utilities was started in Baltimore, Maryland by Robert Harrington, Sr. in 1998 and has grown to become widely regarded as the premier locally-based underground utility contractor in the Baltimore Metropolitan area of Maryland. Our success is attributed to our ability to build trust with our clients by providing quality on-time construction and repair services. We are committed to the health and safety of our employees, customers, subcontractors, and the communities we serve. What We Do Private and Public Works:     – Government, Industrial, Commercial, Schools, Residential ___ Drainage Installation and Repair: – Mains,…

The R.I.D.E. Entrepreneurship Training Program is a resource to help returning citizens explore entrepreneurship either part or full-time. All participants will receive Free access to a platform to create a growth plan (30-60–90). A business advisor for one on one assistance and an advisory board to further help you move your idea forward. There will also be opportunities to work with other formerly incarcerated entrepreneurs learning new skills for your business. RSVP to https://bit.ly/rideaug20

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HERE’S WHAT’S HAPPENING AT NEXT PHAZE CAFE NEW: Order delivery, and take out from our new online system and save on fees click here Brunch online orders are available only on Saturdays and Sundays from 11 AM to 4 PM Acoustic Thursdays with Marc Evan and the Big Little Band @ 8 PM 1st and 3rd Thursdays Admission $10 Food and Drink Specials Soulful Fridays @ 8 PM AUGUST 2022 05 NEX LEV’L BAND 12 SPICE 19 RODNEY KELLY 26 GERRELL & FRIENDS Admission $15 Food and Drink Specials Click here to purchase tickets to Soulful Fridays Gift cards available here Buy Tickets Next Phaze’s Community Partners: Bmorenews.com Dr. Robert…

Get out your own way and Get Published! Come join me for a three-hour Self Publishing workshop to get your writing from a Word file to a printed, published Book. Yup, it only takes a few hours if you’re ready with your cover and manuscript. Not ready yet? Absolutely no problem. Just schedule a consultation and I’ll help you get there. www.nikiea.com Additional dates coming! Also, if you feel like you need help preparing for this workshop, schedule a 15-minute consultation.

(PARK HEIGHTS – July 28, 2022) – That’s right! No disrespect, but the best jerk chicken spot in Baltimore, bar none, hands down … is back. Max’s has moved to 3603 Rogers Avenue in a new spot. But, hey! Don’t take our word for it. Just go and check it out for yourself. Plus, they have all of the other Caribbean favorites we love! And the customer service is above par!

Baltimore welcomes Let’s Brunch Cafe! https://letsbrunchcafe.com/

Soulful Fridays @ 8 PM Doors open at 7 PM Admission $15 Food and Drink Specials Click here to purchase tickets to Soulful Fridays Every Friday is Soulful Fridays at Next Phaze Cafe & Lounge COME ENJOY LIVE MUSIC, SOUL FOOD & GREAT DRINKS About this event Enjoy our signature dishes and Chef delights such as Cajun salmon, crab cakes, Bayou pasta, southern fried catfish, and much more!!! Try our signature drinks !!!!! HAPPY HOUR: 4-7PM KITCHEN OPEN UNTIL: 11PM BAR OPEN UNTIL: YOU LEAVE OR 2AM LIVE MUSIC: 8-11PM PARKING ($5) at 225 Calvert Street. Street parking available. Click Here for Info About…