Author: Ebenezer Agbey Quist
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Orin Scott Hamilton, Austell’s first Black police chief, steps down after 2.5 years, reflecting on his legacy of leadership and service. What’s next for the trailblazer?
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Discover the inspiring story of Capt. David E. Harris, the first Black commercial pilot who overcame racism and shaped the legacy of Black professionals in aviation.
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Philadelphia honors Emma Chappell by renaming Market Street in her memory, celebrating her historic role as the city’s first Black woman to establish a bank.
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LaJuana Jones, Waco’s first Black Chief Nursing Officer, champions diversity in health care and leads Baylor Scott & White to its second Magnet designation.
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Jalen Hurts makes history as the first Black quarterback to win a Super Bowl for the Philadelphia Eagles, silencing doubters and inspiring a new generation.
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Yvetta Dominique, Fort Myers Police Department’s first Black female sergeant, reflects on her historic promotion, hard work, and dedication to community engagement.
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George Washington Carver National Monument is the first monument dedicated to an African American and a non-president, celebrating Carver’s revolutionary contributions to agriculture and his legacy.
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Garrison McMurtrey made history as the first Black man elected to Minnesota’s Ramsey County Board, securing overwhelming support in a special election for District 3.
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Atiba Bradley, the first Black head coach at Missouri Southern, promotes inclusion, respect, and excellence in sports and beyond. Learn about his leadership on and off the field.
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Angel Jackson, former Jackson State player, becomes the first HBCU student to sign with Athletes Unlimited Pro Basketball. Discover her journey from the WNBA to this groundbreaking achievement in professional women’s basketball.
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