Author: Ebenezer Agbey Quist
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Eric and Tonya Thomas, the first Black franchisees of Teapioca Lounge, have opened the first Black-owned location in Hutto, Texas. The grand opening celebration on August 10th promises to be a vibrant event that showcases the couple’s commitment…
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The race for the Jackson County Prosecutor’s office is making history, with both the Republican and Democratic candidates being Black women. Melesa Johnson and Tracey Chappell aim to tackle violent crime, rebuild trust, and address property crimes if…
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Zhan Beleniuk, Ukraine’s first Black MP and Olympic gold medalist, aims for more success in Paris while balancing athletic and political duties amid war.
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Thea LaFond wins Dominica’s first Olympic gold medal with a record-breaking 15.02m triple jump in Paris, inspiring a nation and overcoming challenges.
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The remarkable story of Kerry Jackson, OU’s first Black quarterback, who rushed for 109 yards in his debut before facing unexpected challenges in his college career.
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Discover how Harold Lee Washington, Chicago’s first Black mayor, overcame racial barriers and political opposition to reshape the city’s landscape in the 1980s.
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Denisha Thomas made history as Memphis’s first Black female news director, revolutionizing ABC24 News with solution-focused reporting and fostering journalist growth.
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Bobby Joe Champion could become Minnesota’s first Black lieutenant governor as Peggy Flanagan makes history as the nation’s first Native American governor. Learn about this potential shift in Minnesota’s leadership.
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Simply Pure Trenton makes history as the first Black-owned multistate cannabis dispensary, championing diversity and elevating Black-owned cannabis brands in the industry.
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How Gabrielle Gambrell became the first Black woman and youngest marketing leader at Barnard College, breaking barriers in higher education and communications.
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