(BALTIMORE – August 1, 2023) – Earlier this year as our now former CEO Fagan Harris prepared to join Gov. Wes Moore’s (and Baltimore Corps co-founder) administration as chief of staff, we also announced that Sarah Flammang would serve as Interim President and CEO as our Board of Directors launched a national search. Needless to say, our search has concluded. We also have some bittersweet news to share. After 8 impactful years with our organization, Sarah Flammang’s time with us has come to a close. Last week, Sarah joined the Moore administration’s new Department of Service and Civic Innovation as…

By Morgan State U (BALTIMORE – August 1, 2023) — With the beginning of a new fiscal year underway, Morgan State University today released the results of Fiscal Year 2023 (FY23), which saw Maryland’s Preeminent Public Urban Research University receive a combined $100.8 million in grants, contracts, and gifts, in addition to a $27-million Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract with the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST). The notable investment in the state’s largest Historically Black College or University (HBCU) includes a record-high $83.3 million in new federal funding commitments for University research and training. This marks the second consecutive year…

(CHARLOTTE, NC – August 1, 2023) – The Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association (CIAA®), the nation’s oldest historically Black athletic conference, returns to Baltimore, Maryland for the 2024 Men’s and Women’s Championship Basketball Tournament.  The CIAA Basketball Tournament will be held at the newly remodeled and renamed CFG Bank Arena from February 26- March 3, 2024. Be the FIRST to get your tickets to the 2024 CIAA Men’s and Women’s Championship Basketball Tournament in Charm City. February is CIAA and the CIAA and Visit Baltimore are asking fans to come and enjoy 24 Basketball showdowns, Fan Fest, step shows, parties, Career Expo, Education…

“The news before the news …” (BALTIMORE – August 1, 2023) – Get ready to immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of Baltimore and connect with fellow enthusiasts of BMORENews.com. This event promises to be a fantastic opportunity to celebrate the website’s journey and its immense impact on the community. Join us for an evening of mingling, reminiscing, and raising a toast to the incredible achievements of BMORENews.com. As we commemorate its 21st birthday, let’s share stories, and laughter, and make new connections with like-minded individuals. BMORENews.com’s 21st Birthday Party Thurs., Aug. 10, 2023 5 to 8 pm Colin’s Seafood…

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Mark your calendars and join us in Baltimore County on Tuesday, August 29 at 6:00 pm to discuss and recap the 2023 Legislative Session, our Black Caucus accomplishments, and what’s next! Location: West Towson Elementary School 6914 N. Charles St., Towson, MD. 21204. Hosted by the Baltimore County Black Caucus Members. RSVP: bit.ly/LBCMDbaltimorecounty

(BALTIMORE – July 28, 2023) – Power 52 is thrilled to announce that their President, CEO, & Visionary Co-Founder, Ms. Cherie Brooks, has been named a nominee for the Dr. Espanola Jackson Energy Justice Award! Her tireless efforts in promoting environmental justice have not gone unnoticed, and many are inspired by the impact she’s made. Join Power 52 in congratulating Ms. Brooks on this incredible achievement! https://votesolar.org/2023-energy-justice-award-nominees/

By STEMCITYUSA.com (BALTIMORE – July 26, 2023) – As the digital sphere continues to evolve and expand, it’s becoming increasingly clear that the future of democracy may well lie within the realm of virtual reality. A trio of innovators – Tyrone Taborn, Russell Frisby, and Craig Thompson – is harnessing the power of the Metaverse to transform the American voting landscape. Their groundbreaking work aims to extend the reach of legal services to the estimated 4.2 million disenfranchised Americans who are currently unable to vote due to their criminal records. The pioneering platform these three ‘Archons’ have established is STEM…

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By Career Communications Group (BALTIMORE – July 25, 2023) – STEM City USA, a cutting-edge digital platform renowned for its transformative initiatives, is thrilled to announce the launch of its newest project, “Locked Out No More,” a bold and revolutionary voting rights initiative designed to restore the democratic right to vote to disenfranchised individuals with criminal records. Senator Larry Young, the project’s spearhead, unveiled the initiative, citing the alarming figure of 4.2 million U.S. citizens currently excluded from voting due to their criminal records. “This project aims to address this critical social issue, ensuring that every citizen has a voice…