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Tahoe Park Food Truck Event in Sacramento - September 24
By Nicholas Ibarra On Sept. 24 from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m, join Councilman Eric Guerra and the Tahoe Park Neighborhood Association for the Tahoe Park Food Truck event being held […] The post Tahoe Park Food Truck Event in Sacramento - September 24 appeared first on The Sacramento Obs
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Marin to Host Gun Buy-Back Event June 4
DA’s Office, law enforcement, other stakeholders have eye on public safety Courtesy of Marin County Marin County’s effort to enhance safety in the community includes the goal of collecting and disposing of unwanted and unneeded firearms. On June 4, the Marin County District Attorney’s Office, the
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Rhode Island Supreme Court now has its first Black justice and a female majority - African American News Today - EIN Presswire
With Judge Melissa A. Long, the high court has a female majority for the first time in its history.
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GWEN DERU   TODAY… **READ THE BIRMINGHAM TIMES. Catch up on the news! **THURSDAY NIGHT WORKOUTS with Live Females at the Blu Onyx. **PSYCHO MADNESS w/THE GO-GO KILLERS, V-8 DEATH CAR & CRYPT 24 at The Nick. **THURSDAY NIGHT WORKOUTS with Live Females at the Blu Onyx. **EVERY THURSDAY HAPPY
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Why It's Important That Young Black Women Prioritize Their Emotional Wellness
Millennials and Gen Z-ers are able to use imparted wisdom to avoid some of the struggles our foremothers went through, specifically when it comes to emotions. It was once
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Pop-UP COVID-19 Testing in Elk Grove — The Sacramento Observer
ELK GROVE - The California National Guard will operate a community-based pop-up COVID-19 testing site on Tuesday, August 4 at 8:00 am in Elk Grove at Valley-hi Library (7400 Imagination Pkwy, Elk Grove, CA 95758). Testing is first come, first served and testing capacity is limited. Testing will be
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Loaded With “Comeback” Support, Lawmakers OK California’s $267 Billion Budget | Post News Group
Although California lawmakers approved the budget in time for the state reopening, “and while we proudly embrace the California comeback, this last year reminds us that we need to plan for the unexpected,” said
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County Health Officials Discuss Local Vaccination Rollout — The Sacramento Observer
Ten months into the pandemic and people still have a lot of questions. County Public Health Officer Dr. Olivia Kasirye and others are offering updates on the COVID-19 pandemic during a series of “community conversations” held virtual to keep the public informed. The meetings are held twice a month
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Come on Home Willie Brown, Says Some California Black Newspapers - African American News Today - EIN Presswire
… one of the state’s African American-owned newspapers. “Come on home … regarded as the most influential” Black American politician of the late 20th …
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MLK Food Park continues on the inside of Fair Park - DW
By Lena Foster The MLK Food Park brings back an authentic pop-up experience for black businesses and park attendees to congregate, network, and enjoy culture and creativity.  “The food park is essentially a safe space that not only allows people to come and go but also promotes black
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A best-selling author shared why travelers should visit the Black Heritage Trail - African American News Today - EIN Presswire
… , since 1645, to Africans and African Americans, who contributed heartily to the …
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Charley Pride Dies at Age 86 of COVID- 19 Complications - African American News Today - EIN Presswire
Pride, who less than a month ago accepted the lifetime achievement award at the CMA awards and even performed at the show, was pronounced dead today, due to complications from COVID- 19.
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Coalition to Host Forums Candidates’ Forum: Marin County Sheriff’s Election
he Action Coalition for People of Color (ACPC), a grassroots, volunteer-driven coalition of residents and leaders of color throughout Marin County announced on April 20 that it is hosting the first of four Candidates’ Forums for the June 2022 Marin County Sheriffs
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4th Annual Magic City Fashion Week Schedule of Events
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS Season IV: The World Is Watching June 9 - 12 at The Birmingham Museum of Art Thursday | June 9 | 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Birmingham Museum of Art SZN IV continues with an immersive art + fashion experience hosted by basic. and Forecast Salon in collaboration with the Birmingham Museum
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Prop. 22 Protects Independent Contractors — The Sacramento Observer
OPNION - Although millions of Californians are suffering, people of color and disadvantaged communities have been disproportionately ravaged by the double blow of the coronavirus pandemic and resulting economic meltdown. Crushing job losses among African Americans have only exacerbated the inequity
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On Asian America: Dehumanization and the History of Hate - African American News Today - EIN Presswire
Violence against people of Asian descent has long been a part of American history, but it’s been especially vicious during the Covid pandemic. “A man was
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Critical Race History in Texas - African American News Today - EIN Presswire
In late December 2015, Constance Hollie-Jawaid and I were still working on the final plans for the dedication ceremony for a Texas state historical marker commemorating the Slocum Massacre. The fight to get the marker approved had been grueling, and, on that particular day, we had traveled to
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Amtrak to Run Special Trains to Allensworth Historic Park Juneteenth Festival, June 11
By David Lapari Colonel Allensworth State Historic Park is holding a celebratory Juneteenth event on Saturday, June 11 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. In partnership, Amtrak San Joaquins has scheduled special trains, bookable at a 50% discount rate to bring travelers to a place of historical significance
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Virtual Run To Fight Social Injustice — The Sacramento Observer
After being rocked by continued police-involved incidents and protests across the country recently, the race is on to end social injustice in America. Many have asked what they can do. A virtual run/walk called the CommUNITY run has been scheduled to support social justice and racial equality
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NuNu’s Desserts With Soul | Post News Group
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DPNR and East End Marine Park Hosts Stargazing Event
A night of stargazing and storytelling under the new moon was the scene at the “Astronomy by the Sea” event, held Saturday by the Department of Planning and Natural Resources and the Friends of St. Croix East End Marine Park.
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Policy Pathways Honors Former Mayor Elihu Harris and Six Youth Leaders | Post News Group
The recipients of the 2021 Youth Public Service Award are students from Virginia high schools. The post Policy Pathways Honors Former Mayor Elihu Harris and Six Youth Leaders first appeared on Post News Group.
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Youth To Discuss School Funding — The Sacramento Observer
Their education matters. Youth will take the lead in a discussion about funding for schools in California on Thursday, September 3. The Fund All Kids Virtual Youth Summit will be streamed via Facebook Live from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Student panelists include Nailah DuBose and Aniyah DuBose, who attend
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Boston removes Park Square statue of Abraham Lincoln and kneeling slave
City officials blamed the statue's "role in perpetuating harmful prejudices and obscuring the role of Black Americans in shaping the nation’s freedoms."
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PRECIOUS Nights Online | The July 2020 edition
PRECIOUS Nights is a monthly event that gives you the opportunity to hear from previous PRECIOUS Award winners . Join us as they share the highs, lows and lessons of their journey and give actionable tips and advice. The evening is about storytelling, connecting, honesty and community in a unique
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COVID-19 Public Health Forum Oct. 28
By Nicholas Ibarra On Oct. 28 from 6 to 7:30 p.m, Sacramento County will host a Public Health Forum on COVID featuring a Q&A format with Public Health Officer Dr. […] The post COVID-19 Public Health Forum Oct. 28 appeared first on The Sacramento Observer.
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City Council Considers Parking Meters at Lake Merritt for ‘Safety,’ Black Residents Cry Foul | Post News Group
Lake Merritt has long been a site of contention between nearby residents and lake visitors. The lake is a public park, but nearby residents have often sought to curtail activity at the lake that they have found disruptive. During the pandemic, increasing numbers of people came to the lake to
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