Tag: Community Support
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McKenzie Ariana Kerry makes history as the second Black Miss Iowa USA, using her platform to inspire and elevate Black women and local businesses.
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Lily Baran and Tara Webster are poised to become Reno’s first Black City Council members since 1991, breaking barriers and championing diversity, representation, and inclusivity in local government.
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The inspiring story of Sabrina Seymore, who broke barriers by opening North Carolina’s first Black-owned Pilates studio, Prevailing Pilates. With a focus on inclusivity and community support, Seymore’s vision is transforming fitness in Durham, offering Pilates benefits to…
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Witness history as Lillie Miller makes Des Moines Police Department history, becoming the first Black female captain after 21 years of dedicated service. Her groundbreaking promotion symbolizes progress, diversity, and community support in law enforcement.
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Mary Wesley’s inspiring journey as the founder of Flowers Just-4-U, Seattle’s first Black-owned flower shop thriving for 40 years in the Central District. Discover Wesley’s resilience through displacement and community support, making Flowers Just-4-U a neighborhood pillar symbolizing…
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The amazing tale of Mr. and Mrs. Hadley, the pioneers behind Oregon’s first Black-owned bakery. From overcoming discrimination in the baking industry to becoming the state’s first Black certified journeyman baker, the Hadleys made history.
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Deshaun Foster’s remarkable journey from starting a coffee business in a barbershop to establishing Kenosha’s first Black-owned coffee shop, Blak Coffee. From family traditions to pandemic inspiration, Foster’s story is a testament to dedication and community support.
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- Pamela Goodwine Earns Spot as Kentucky’s First Black Woman Supreme Court Justice, Capping a Trailblazing Judicial Career
- Nick Brown Earns Role as Washington’s First Black Attorney General, Committed to Defending Civil Rights
- Shomari Figures Becomes First Black Representative for Alabama’s Newly Drawn 2nd District, Making History in U.S. House
