Author: Yaw Agbey
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The University of Connecticut (UConn) is celebrating the legacy of Harrison “Honey” Fitch, its first Black basketball player, through a newly established fund. The Harrison Fitch Leadership Fund, created by Fitch’s son, aims to support underserved students and…
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Springfield, Massachusetts, is set to honor its trailblazing first African American firefighter, Leonard Corbin. The city will hold its annual bell tolling and wreath laying ceremony at the Leonard Corbin Memorial. This event celebrates Corbin’s legacy and his…
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Kamala Harris accepts the Democratic presidential nomination, making history as the first Black and Asian American woman to do so. She pledges unity and inclusivity for the 2024 race.
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A Nigerian man becomes the first black resident in South Africa’s all-white Orania town, challenging racial barriers and sparking discussions on integration.
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Mark Gwyn, Tennessee’s first Black TBI Director, passed away at 61. Learn about his transformative impact on law enforcement and lasting legacy.
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Jnane Tamsna, Morocco’s first Black-owned hotel founded by Meryanne Loum-Martin, earns prestigious Michelin Guide recognition for its excellence in luxury and cultural authenticity.
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Al Attles, a Hall of Famer and one of the NBA’s first Black head coaches, has died at 87. Discover his legacy with the Golden State Warriors and his remarkable achievements in the world of basketball.
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Sisters Jessica Wright and Eshonda Blue launch the first woman-owned adult day care franchise, revolutionizing senior care amid growing elderly population needs.
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Windsor’s first Black inspector, Ed Armstrong, has filed a human rights complaint against the city’s police chief, Jason Bellaire, alleging derogatory and offensive comments towards the Black community. The case highlights the need for accountability and positive change…
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Dr. Kenvi Phillips has made history as the director of the Barack Obama Presidential Library, the first-of-its-kind fully digital presidential library in the United States. With her extensive experience in libraries and archives, Phillips will oversee the innovative…
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