Author: Ebenezer Agbey Quist
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Dr. Harold Jordan, Vanderbilt’s first Black resident and Tennessee’s mental health commissioner, leaves legacy of breaking barriers and compassionate care.
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Richard Parsons, the first Black CEO of Time Warner, passed away at 76. His leadership and legacy shaped major companies, and his contributions to business and culture will be remembered.
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Discover the inspiring life and tragic loss of Detective Sgt. Monica Mosley, the first Black female sergeant in Cumberland County, who left an indelible mark on her community and law enforcement.
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Tameka Ellington becomes the McKinley Museum’s first Black history curator, leading plans for a dedicated Black history wing.
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Tauana McDonald has been named the President and CEO of Mount Carmel Health System, becoming the first African American woman to lead the 138-year-old organization. Learn more about her leadership and achievements.
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A monument to honor 70 Black Union soldiers from Franklin County will be unveiled at the historic First Baptist Church in Rocky Mount, Virginia in late 2025.
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DNA analysis reveals that the “first Black Briton” was likely a woman from Cyprus, not Africa, challenging previous assumptions and offering new insights into ancient British history.
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Quinton Law, Moorestown’s Deputy Mayor, is set to become the town’s first Black mayor in January, marking a historic moment in Moorestown’s leadership.
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Pam Stevenson becomes the first Black woman to lead Kentucky House Democrats, marking a historic moment in state politics.
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Calvin Butler made history in 2022 as Exelon’s first Black president and CEO. Learn about his career, leadership, and recognition in the energy sector.
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