Category: Featured
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Mark Winston, the trailblazing new CEO of Prince George’s County public libraries, making history as the first Black leader in its 78-year legacy. Discover Winston’s impressive track record in library leadership and his commitment to advancing diversity, equity,…
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The remarkable story of Lusia Harris, a trailblazer in women’s basketball and the first and only woman drafted by an NBA team.
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The inspiring story of Navy Master Chief Bill Goines, the first Black Navy SEAL in US history. Explore his journey from segregated Ohio to covert missions in the Cold War era, his pioneering parachuting feats, and his ongoing…
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Carolyn Wysinger’s historic election as the third Black member of the El Cerrito City Council and the first Black LGBTQ councilmember. Explore her advocacy for affordable housing, public safety initiatives, and inclusivity, continuing a legacy of Black political…
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The inspiring story of 7-year-old Paris Simone Sherra Epps, who made history by becoming the first African American to be crowned Tiny Miss Princess of America.
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The inspiring story of Marshall “Major” Taylor, the pioneering Black cycling champion who defied racism and shattered records to become the first global superstar Black athlete in the 1890s.
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The unforgettable story of James Brown, the iconic funk pioneer who broke barriers by becoming the first Black American to own a private jet in 1966. Discover how his landmark purchase reshaped perceptions of Black wealth and excellence…
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The remarkable story of Dr. George Grant, the pioneering Black dentist who invented the wooden golf tee in 1899. Learn about Grant’s background as a trailblazing dentist, his frustrations with traditional sand tees, and how his ingenuity revolutionized…
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The inspiring journey of Sarah Khumalo, the first Black African woman to reach the summit of Mount Everest. Learn about her resilience, perseverance, and commitment to empowering African youth through education fundraising.
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All about Dr. Travis J. Bristol’s historic election as the first African-American Chair of the NBPTS Board of Directors. Explore his extensive experience in education, research, and policy, and his commitment to advancing teacher certification and diversity in…
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