Lionel Brockman Richie, Jr. “Hello” it’s your Birthday
Lionel Brockman Richie, Jr., born June 20, 1949, is a prominent figure in the music industry. His career, in music, began in the 1970s with... Read More
Ronald Bunn
Publisher/Editor
Phylicia Rashad — Actor and Educator
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Phylicia Rashad born Phylicia Ayers-Allen on June 19, 1948 in Houston Texas, is a renowned actress and singer. She graduated from Howard University with a... Read More
We mourn the passing of Willie Howard Mays Jr. on June 18, 2024
It is with great sadness that we mourn the passing of Willie Howard Mays Jr. on June 18, 2024 at the age of 93. He... Read More
Sutton Elbert Griggs, Baptist Minister
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Sutton Elbert Griggs was a prominent African-American author, Baptist minister and social activist in late 19th and early 20th centuries. Born on June 19, 1872,... Read More
Ernest Crichlow, an American Artist
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Ernest Crichlow was a prominent American social realist artist known for his powerful and thought-provoking works that captured the struggles and triumphs of African Americans.... Read More
Juneteenth and its significance in 2024
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Juneteenth should hold a significant historical and cultural importance for all United States citizens. This holiday commemorates the emancipation of enslaved African-Americans in the United... Read More
James Weldon Johnson Civil Rights Activist
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James Weldon Johnson was a prominent figure in American literature and civil rights activism during the early 20th century. Born on June 17, 1871, 1871,... Read More
Tupac Amaru Shakur
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Tupac Amaru Shakur, also known as 2Pac, was a highly influential American rapper, songwriter and actor. He is widely considered to be one of the... Read More