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Attorney Dawn M. Jones, managing member of The Firm of Dawn M. Jones, LLC in Atlanta, was installed as the 58th president of the 52,000-member State Bar of Georgia on June 13. The Honorable Patsy Y. Porter of the State Court of Fulton County administered the oath of office. Jones has previously
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JARAMILLO: After managing coronavirus, Kenya should trim debts
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Rod Laver praises Rafael Nadal, Novak Djokovic but Roger Federer is best
Rod Laver said Roger Federer will always be "the champion of his era" and expects him to win more tournaments.
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Rick Ross Announces That Healthcare Platform Jetdoc Is Now Available In Georgia
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‘If It Wasn’t for You There Wouldn’t Be No Me’: Drake Quotes Bow Wow Lyrics While Thanking the Rapper for Being His Inspiration Amid His Historic Billboard Achievement
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Appleton shaken after armed robbery
WESTERN BUREAU: The St Elizabeth police have confirmed that a man has been taken into custody in connection with Wednesday’s armed robbery at Appleton Estate in Siloah. According to reports, shortly after 8 a.m., three masked men entered the estate...
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Former prep stars could impact NBA draft
Daniel Oturu (Cretin-Derham), Tyrell Terry (De LaSalle), Zeke Nnaji (Hopkins), Freddie Gillespie (East Ridge)) and Tre Jones (Duke), once among the top prep boys’ basketball prospects, now find themselves preparing for the 2020 NBA draft after each had an outstanding collegiate season this past
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The California Economy vs. Sacramento - African American News Today - EIN Presswire
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Gabrielle Union Reveals a Fight with Dwyane Wade Led Her to a Moment of Suicidal Ideation While Struggling With Her Mental Health: 'I Fell Into Something So Dark'
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Inside One City's Attempt To Defund The Police : NPR
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Actress Dominique Fishback Attends The Gotham Awards 2023 In A Stunning Givenchy Number | Essence
On Monday night at this year's Gotham Awards, actress Dominique Fishback captured the spotlight in a deconstructed gown by Givenchy. Fishback, known for her role in this year’s Amazon Prime
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Committee Deems 'Eyes Of Texas' Not 'Overtly Racist'
A long-awaited report on the University of Texas' alma mater has found the song is not "overtly racist." "Eyes of Texas," played before and after football games, has roiled the campus the past year.
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Eagles Fans Named Among Top 5 Most Loyal Fans in the NFL, According to Study
The Philadelphia Eagles fan base ranked as the second most loyal fans in the NFL. According to the study from  SmartBettingGuide.com The post Eagles Fans Named Among Top 5 Most Loyal Fans in the NFL, According to Study appeared first on Black America Web.
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André 3000 Dropping Solo Debut Album ‘New Blue Sun’ This Friday
André 3000 will be dropping his solo debut album, titled 'New Blue Sun,' this Friday, Nov. 17. Check out the tracklist inside. The post André 3000 Dropping Solo Debut Album ‘New Blue Sun’ This Friday appeared first on Black America Web.
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The DTE Energy Foundation today announced it awarded more than $100,000 in grants to help Michigan emergency food banks and providers – Feeding America West Michigan, Fishes & Loaves and Gleaners Community Food Bank – to distribute meals and critical nourishment to Michiganders as food insecurity
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Africa: Who Director-General's Opening Remarks At the Dialogue With the UN Permanent Representatives in New York
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Hispanic Workers Worry About Brexit’s Smallest Land Boundary
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Megan Thee Stallion and Fashion Nova roll out $1M 'Women on Top' fund for International Women’s Day - TheGrio
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Martin Luther King Jr.'s Son Says Meghan Markle's Media Treatment Isn't Surprising
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