Betty Cobbs, Everett’s first Black principal, retires after 51 years of dedicated service, leaving a legacy of educational excellence and community leadership
Witness history as Kenny Riley becomes the first Black president of the Fraternal Order of Eagles 4168 chapter in Owensboro. Explore his journey, commitment to community service, and vision for fostering engagement and diversity within the organization.
The trailblazing story of Qeanu Smith, the first Black drum major of the UMass Minuteman Marching Band. Explore her journey of musical excellence, leadership, and dedication to diversity, inspiring a new generation of musicians and leaders in the…
The inspiring story of Charlye Ola Farris, Texas’ first African-American lawyer and a trailblazer in Wichita County. From shattering barriers as a pioneering attorney to her impactful career as a judge, Farris’s legacy of resilience, service, and dedication…
The inspiring story of Rhudean Raye, Meriden’s first Black teacher, who has been granting scholarships to Meriden’s young students for decades.
The remarkable journey of Arlo Washington, the visionary entrepreneur who, at a young age, founded Arkansas’ first Black-owned bank, the People Trust Community Federal Credit Union.