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  • Published on Jun 5, 2025

    In Memoriam: Virginia’s Flag Is Lowered To Honor Judge Jerrauld C. Jones

    By Leonard E. Colvin Chief Reporter Emeritus New Journal and Guide State flags flew at half staff on Wednesday June 4, ordered by Gov. Glenn Youngkin  in honor of the late Jerrauld Corey Jones, 70,. The highly respected, civic, political, and judicial …

    Source: New Journal and Guide - Virginia - Left-wing
  • Published on Jun 4, 2025

    Historic African-American community loses vital flood mitigation grant

    The Trump administration has canceled a $20 million EPA grant aimed at reducing flooding in Hampton's Aberdeen Gardens. HAMPTON, Va. — The Trump administration has officially canceled a $20 million grant from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency …

    Source: WVEC - Virginia - Pending
  • Published on Jun 2, 2025

    Tourist Attractions in Virginia

    Written by Barbara Radcliffe Rogers Updated Jun 2, 2025 History is everywhere in Virginia. Four of the first five presidents were born in the state, giving it a head start on the record of eight, the most of any state. Two of its top tourist attractions – …

    Source: PlanetWare - Pending
  • Published on 06:10 GMT

    Several from Bridgeport High School Among Your Community Foundation Scholarship Winners

    Your Community Foundation of North Central West Virginia, Inc. (YCF) is pleased to announce 109 scholarships totaling $303,000 have been awarded for the 2025-26 academic year. Applications were evaluated by scholarship committees with over 120 volunteers …

    Source: Connect Bridgeport - West Virginia - Neutral
  • Published on Jun 5, 2025

    Letitia James Warns Against an Andrew Cuomo Run for President — Even as Both Could Be Criminally Charged by Trump’s DOJ

    Attorney General Letitia James’s declaration on a liberal podcast, “Pod Save America,” that Governor Cuomo’s ultimate aim is not Gracie Mansion but the White House underscores how Ms. James’s antipathy persists for her old enemy, Mr. Cuomo, who could soon …

    Source: The New York Sun - Right-wing
  • Published on Jun 5, 2025

    Why I Love Loudoun: Gertrude Evans

    Leesburg resident Gertrude Evans was one of the last students at the African-American Douglass High School in Leesburg before it closed in 1968 after desegregation. A former Loudoun County government employee, she is a working artist. Favorite place to eat …

    Source: Loudoun Now - Virginia - Neutral
  • Published on Jun 5, 2025

    FEMA ‘joke’ from chief raises concerns about disaster preparedness in Black communities

    When David Richardson, the acting administrator of the Federal Emergency Management Agency, commonly known as FEMA, told staffers on Monday that he was unaware that there was a hurricane season, it ignited a wave of concern about the leadership of the U.S …

    Source: TheGrio - Pending
  • Published on Jun 5, 2025

    Anti-Semitism in the Redwoods

    Now challenged by Trump DOJ picks Harmeet Dhillon and Leo Terrell. June 6, 2025 by Lloyd Billingsley Leave a Comment [Want even more content from FPM? Sign up for FPM+ to unlock exclusive series, virtual town-halls with our authors, and more—now for just $ …

    Source: FrontPage Magazine - Pending
  • Published on Jun 5, 2025

    Mother Emanuel and the Witness of Black Christian Faith

    When people walk through the doors of a church, they’re ushered into living history. This is true whether the church is an established pillar of a community or was recently planted, like the congregation where I serve. Visitors and guests who walk into the …

    Source: Christianity Today - Center-right
  • Published on Jun 5, 2025

    Celebrate Juneteenth across Hampton Roads with events, ceremonies and festivals

    Juneteenth, a federal and state holiday, is celebrated as America’s second Independence Day. While slavery ended for some with the President Abraham Lincoln’s Emancipation Proclamation of 1863, the news didn’t reach enslaved people in Galveston, Texas, …

    Source: The Virginian-Pilot - Neutral
  • Published on May 31, 2025

    Carter G. Woodson and the Significance of Celebrating African-American History

    Editor’s Note: This commentary by Damon Freeman, PhD, professor and director of the history program at University of Maryland Global Campus, was written as part of the university’s commemoration of African-American Heritage Month. African American Heritage …

    Source: Montgomery County Sentinel - Maryland - Pending
  • Published on Jun 5, 2025

    America250 Announces 2025 America’s field trip awardees

    THE CNMI America250 Commission, together with America250, the official national organization charged by Congress with commemorating the 250th anniversary of the United States, on Thursday proudly announced the 2025 “America’s Field Trip” awardees. America’ …

    Source: Marianas Variety - Neutral
  • Published on Jun 2, 2025

    The Virginia Governor's Race Is Going to Be Tough for the GOP

    Politico reported this week that “Spanberger is poised to win big in Virginia.” Guess what? In this case, like a broken watch, twice a day, Politico’s relentless cheerleading for the Democrats is actually correct. Virginia is just not a good state for …

    Source: Red State - Right-wing
  • Published on Jun 5, 2025

    Pittsburgh Magazine Wins 3 Vann Awards in Journalism Excellence

    This is the 36th annual awards that honor the former publisher and editor of the Pittsburgh Courier. LONG-TIME PITTSBURGH MAGAZINE CORRESPONDENT ERVIN DYER DISPLAYS HIS VANN AWARD IN THE HISTORY/ CULTURE/ARTS/ENTERTAINMENT CATEGORY. | PHOTO BY …

    Source: Pittsburgh Magazine - Pennsylvania - Neutral
  • Published on Jun 5, 2025

    Melrose Plaza to Celebrate Grand Opening in Northwest Roanoke

    Melrose Plaza, Roanoke’s new neighborhood center, will officially open its doors on Thursday, July 31, 2025. The project, which began as a community conversation and research study, has now become a transformative community initiative led by Goodwill …

    Source: The Roanoker - Virginia - Neutral
  • Published on Jun 5, 2025

    Democratic Candidates Vie in Primary

    Photos from internet campaign sites Vote by June 17;  in person early voting until June 14;  request mailed ballot by June 6.  More Details  www.elections.virginia.gov/casting-a-ballot/calendars-schedules/upcoming-elections.html Democrats will …

    Source: Vienna and Oakton Connection - Virginia - Pending
  • Published on Jun 5, 2025

    A man of compassion: Norfolk remembers Judge Jerrauld C. Jones

    NORFOLK, Va. — Hundreds gathered Wednesday at Christ and St. Luke’s Episcopal Church in Norfolk to honor the life and legacy of Judge Jerrauld C. Jones — a man remembered not only for his historic accomplishments, but also for his compassion and dedication …

    Source: WTKR 3 - Virginia - Pending
  • Published on Jun 5, 2025

    Ousted Texas Tech Trainer Seeks Redemption as Ohio Mayor

    Nearly five years after resigning from his role as athletic trainer at Texas Tech amid a Title IX investigation into alleged abuse within the Red Raiders’ women’s basketball program, Ralph Petrella is poised to become mayor of his hometown, Steubenville, …

    Source: Sportico - California - Pending
  • Published on Jun 5, 2025

    The new attack on Georgia U.S. Rep. David Scott — his age

    It’s a new attitude toward Scott, who has long been respected and well liked in his district. The first Georgian and first African American to ever chair the U.S. House Agriculture Committee, the Wharton School graduate has a life story and personal …

    Source: The Atlanta Journal-Constitution - Georgia - Neutral

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