Author: Yaw Agbey
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All about Darryl Hill, the first Black football player at the University of Maryland, who shattered racial barriers in collegiate sports.
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Erica Griswold’s historic election as the first Black Register of Wills in Anne Arundel County. Discover how her community activism and leadership paved the way for this milestone, promising transparency, efficiency, and improved customer service.
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The extraordinary performance of Ronwen Williams, the South African goalkeeper who made history at AFCON 2023 by saving four penalties in a dramatic shootout against Cape Verde. Learn how Williams’ composure and skill propelled South Africa to the…
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The remarkable journey of Sibusiso Vilane, the first Black African man to summit Mount Everest. Learn about Vilane’s inspiring story, from his humble beginnings in a South African village to overcoming extreme conditions on the 2003 Everest expedition.
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The remarkable story of Dr. George Grant, the pioneering Black dentist who invented the wooden golf tee in 1899. Learn about Grant’s background as a trailblazing dentist, his frustrations with traditional sand tees, and how his ingenuity revolutionized…
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The inspiring journey of Al Downing, the first Black pitcher in Yankees history, who broke barriers and left a lasting impact on Major League Baseball. Learn about his rise from Trenton, New Jersey, to the Yankees organization, his…
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The remarkable life and contributions of Zora Neale Hurston, a groundbreaking writer and ethnographer of the Harlem Renaissance era. Learn about her journey from fiction to anthropology, her impact on African American folklore, and her lasting influence on…
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The historic achievement of Cherry Bailey, the first Black woman to become a 3-star Chief in DSNY history. Learn about her remarkable career path, from Sanitation Worker to leading the Division of Safety and Training.
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The inspiring journey of Sarah Khumalo, the first Black African woman to reach the summit of Mount Everest. Learn about her resilience, perseverance, and commitment to empowering African youth through education fundraising.
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Historic Guest Appearance Honoring Deep Ties Alexandra Hutchinson of Dance Theatre of Harlem (DTH) has made history as the first Black ballerina to perform as a guest principal dancer with the prestigious New York City Ballet (NYCB). The…
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