Author: Ebenezer Agbey Quist
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Durham’s first Black-owned brewery, Proximity Brewing, founded by serial entrepreneur Mike Potter. Explore the journey from passion to fruition, collaborations with North Carolina’s top breweries, and commitment to community inclusivity.
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The historic moment as Black female entertainers take center stage at BMI Nashville, becoming the venue’s first Black female MCs. Explore the significance of this breakthrough in the Nashville music scene and the doors it opens for diversity…
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Alicia Atkins becomes the first Black woman elected as chair of the Henrico School Board. Explore her journey from initial election to leadership roles, and learn how she advocates for education funding and support services.
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The trailblazing journey of Cristina McCarter, the first Black woman to launch a cheese-board shop in the United States. Learn how she founded Feast & Graze, a catering company specializing in charcuterie and cheese boards, and expanded it…
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The historic rise of Emanuel “Chris” Welch as Illinois’ first Black House Speaker, succeeding Michael Madigan’s 36-year tenure. Explore his reform agenda targeting public trust restoration and ethics in state government.
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The journey of Maj. Gen. Janeen Birckhead, Maryland’s first Black female adjutant general, from her ROTC scholarship to her historic appointment. Learn how she draws inspiration from trailblazing women and aims to expand diversity in military leadership.
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Discover how Tyra Banks broke barriers in the 1990s as the first Black woman to cover Sports Illustrated. Explore her journey from teenage model to fashion icon, challenging industry standards and promoting diversity.
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All about Major General Linda Singh, the first Black woman to serve as Adjutant General of the Maryland National Guard. Explore her remarkable journey from overcoming adversity to leading with distinction, advocating for diversity and mentorship while addressing…
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How Brittney Johnson made history as the first Black woman to play Glinda in Wicked on Broadway. From joining the ensemble to becoming Glinda’s standby and finally taking over the role full-time, Johnson’s journey inspires the next generation…
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William O. Wagstaff III’s campaign for Westchester County District Attorney, aiming to become the first Black top prosecutor in the county. Learn about his background as a civil rights lawyer and his platform centered on data-driven reforms, combating…
Recent Posts
- Wilmington Honors Dr. Velma Scantlebury-White, the Nation’s First Black Female Transplant Surgeon, for a Trailblazing Career in Medicine
- David Blackwell Paved the Way as the First Black Scholar in the National Academy of Sciences, Revolutionizing Game Theory and Statistics
- How Thomas Jennings Pioneered Dry Cleaning and Became the First Black American to Secure a U.S. Patent
- Vivica A. Fox Blazed a Trail as Hollywood’s First Black Female U.S. President in a Live-Action Film—A Milestone That Still Inspires!
- Edward McKnight Brawley, the First Black Graduate of Bucknell, Opened Doors for Generations of Black Scholars 150 Years Ago
