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Published on Jun 19, 2021

Michigan State hosts first university commemoration of Juneteenth

EAST LANSING, Mich. (WLNS)—Songs of hope and celebration echoed across the Michigan state campus today. It was all part of the university’s first-ever Juneteenth commemoration. “It’s significant. Today is something different. It’s extremely important for …

Source: WLNS 6 News - Uncategorized
Published on Jun 18, 2021

Black Americans laud decision to make Juneteenth a federal holiday, say more work ahead

Black Americans rejoiced Thursday after President Joe Biden made Juneteenth a federal holiday, but some said that, while they appreciated the recognition at a time of racial reckoning in America, more is needed to change policies that disadvantage too many …

Source: KTLA 5 News - California - Neutral
Published on Jun 18, 2021

'It's not a handout, it's a hand up.' Detroit to explore reparations for African American residents

DETROIT — A group of elected officials in Detroit wants the city to explore the possibility of providing Black residents with reparations to make amends for past discriminatory practices. The push is in the early stages, but those behind it say it's …

Source: Denver 7 - Colorado - Neutral
Published on 03:27 GMT

Lansing Juneteenth celebrations are 'extra special this year

Posted: Jun 19, 2021 / 11:18 PM EDT / Updated: Jun 19, 2021 / 11:19 PM EDT LANSING, Mich. (WLNS) — Hundreds of people celebrated Juneteenth in Lansing, and now that it’s a federal holiday people, people say they have more to celebrate. The city …

Source: WLNS 6 - Michigan - Neutral
Published on Jun 18, 2021

With gratitude for African-American Catholics

Last month, communities across the state commemorated the events of June 19, 1865 — Juneteenth — when Union Major General Gordon Granger and 2,000 Union troops arrived in Galveston, Texas, the furthest outpost of the Confederacy. There Major General …

Source: Detroit Catholic - Uncategorized
Published on Jun 18, 2021

Black Americans are lauding the new Juneteenth federal holiday. But some say more work is needed

Video above: Juneteenth activist to young people: Keep fightingBlack Americans rejoiced Thursday after President Joe Biden made Juneteenth a federal holiday, but some said that, while they appreciated the recognition at a time of racial reckoning in …

Source: WYFF 4 - Neutral
Published on Jun 17, 2021

Black Americans laud Juneteenth holiday, say more work ahead

WASHINGTON (AP) — Black Americans rejoiced Thursday after President Joe Biden made Juneteenth a federal holiday, but some said that, while they appreciated the recognition at a time of racial reckoning in America, more is needed to change policies that …

Source: 7 News Boston WHDH - Massachusetts - Neutral
Published on Jun 17, 2021

"We Will Not Be Used": Asian Americans Say They Won’t Demonize Black Americans

Shino Tanikawa is Japanese American and has lived in Soho for 30 years. She is married to a man and they have two grown kids. For most of her life, she said she gave little thought to matters of racial justice. “I was a very whitewashed, white-adjacent …

Source: Gothamist - New York - Neutral
Published on Jun 17, 2021

The guidebook for African American cookbooks

I love books. I love reading. I am a retired librarian, so I come by this trait honestly, thanks to my profession. I love to cook. As a result, I have a passion for cookbooks. I have a closet full of cookbooks; they are shelved two or three deep. No, they …

Source: Illinois Times - Uncategorized
Published on Jun 19, 2021

Versiti Blood Center hosts Juneteenth blood drive

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) — Saturday is not only Juneteenth, it’s also Sickle Cell Awareness Day. Sickle cell is a blood disorder that impacts millions of people worldwide, but disproportionately affects Black people. To honor the day, Versiti Blood …

Source: WOOD - Michigan - Neutral
Published on Jun 16, 2021

Making Reparations a Reality a ‘Righteous Journey’ for African Americans

What would reparations look like for Black residents in the city of Detroit? Detroit City Council President Pro Tem Mary Sheffield is closer to finding out after she passed a historic Reparations Resolution on Tuesday, June 15. Sheffield, who posted the …

Source: Michigan Chronicle - Left-wing
Published on 04:25 GMT

FreeTHEM walkers complete 902-mile journey back to Buffalo

They started May 3 in Lynchburg, Virginia, and the FreeTHEM walk ended in Buffalo on Juneteenth. It focused on bringing awareness to human trafficking. BUFFALO, N.Y. — The FreeTHEM Walkers, led by Kelly Diane Galloway, walked 902 miles along the route of …

Source: WGRZ - Uncategorized
Published on 02:13 GMT

A Musical Journey To Repair And Invest In Black Communities Across America

Tesfa Wondemagegnehu interviews musicians in the Black community of Detroit as part of the "To ... [+] Repair" project. Tesfa Wondemagegnehu Today marks Juneteenth, a celebration of the end of slavery in the United States. Just two days ago, …

Source: Forbes - Neutral
Published on Jun 18, 2021

Juneteenth celebrations in Michigan as holiday gains national recognition

A series of parades, concerts, and other celebrations will take place this weekend to honor Juneteenth, a holiday commemorating freedom for enslaved people following the Civil War. The local commemorations coincide with national recognition of the holiday …

Source: Michigan Radio - Uncategorized
Published on Jun 19, 2021

'We've got to start somewhere': First Juneteenth in the D festival held in Detroit

Detroit — The new Juneteenth national holiday was something Dorothy McClure was unsure would ever be formalized but remained hopeful that the day Black slaves were freed in America would be honored. Despite the rain that dampened and scattered attendance …

Source: The Detroit News - Michigan - Neutral
Published on Jun 17, 2021

List: Michigan-based organizations host Juneteenth events

LANSING, Mich. (WLNS) – In the wake of Congress passing a bill that would make Juneteenth a federal holiday, Michigan-based businesses and organizations have begun to announce their own Juneteenth events. Michigan State University announced on Wednesday …

Source: WLNS 6 News - Uncategorized
Published on Jun 19, 2021

We need a better strategy to plant Black and brown churches

(RNS) — Union General Gordon Granger arrived in Galveston, Texas, on June 19, 1865. Granger delivered General Orders No. 3, which read, “The people of Texas are informed that, in accordance with a proclamation from the Executive of the United States, all …

Source: Religion News Service - Neutral
Published on Jun 19, 2021

Marvin Gaye Drive unveiled in Detroit by family members, Motown alumni, dignitaries

On a gray and rainy day that added a fitting, cinematic touch to a celebratory occasion, Marvin Gaye got his own stretch of street in Detroit. Marvin Gaye Drive was unveiled Saturday at the corner of Outer Drive at Monica Street by a group of Detroit and …

Source: Detroit Free Press - Michigan - Neutral
Published on Jun 19, 2021

'Squad' member renews call for slavery reparations in fiery Juneteenth tweet

Savannah Edwards discusses why she does not agree with calls for reparations for Black Americans on ‘Fox & Friends First’ Rep. Ilhan Omar, D-Minn., on Saturday renewed the call for reparations as the country recognized Juneteenth as a federal holiday …

Source: Fox News - Right-wing

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Published on June 19, 2021 - 14:00 GMT

Pamela Jackson Comes in Hot with Game-Changing Single, “We Are America”

We Are America Available Now on All Major Platforms LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES, June 19, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- “We Are America” adds a project based on love and hope to Pamela Jackson’s portfolio. The Christian music single was …

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Published on June 15, 2021 - 17:56 GMT

Paxton Sues BINT for Pyramid Scheme, Exploiting African American Community

Attorney General Ken Paxton filed a lawsuit against “Blessings in No Time” (BINT) for promoting a pyramid scheme during the COVID-19 pandemic, scamming tens of millions of dollars from the African American community in Texas and nationwide. In exchange for …

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Published on June 14, 2021 - 17:07 GMT

Governor Wolf Appoints 19 Members to the Governor’s Advisory Commission on African American Affairs

Governor Tom Wolf announced the appointment of 14 new commissioners and reappointment of 5 returning commissioners to the Governor’s Advisory Commission on African American Affairs. “It is an honor to welcome our new and returning commissioners to the …

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Published on June 19, 2021 - 18:00 GMT

Governor, state of New Mexico commemorate Juneteenth

SANTA FE – Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham on Saturday issued the following statement in observance of Juneteenth, commemorating the date in 1865 when Union Gen. Gordon Granger read the federal orders in Galveston, Texas, informing enslaved people in Texas …

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Published on June 18, 2021 - 18:09 GMT

Minn AG Ellison Points Way to Victory for Future Prosecutors Nationwide: Robert Weiner & Rabria Moore, PuLSE Institute

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, June 18, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Former White House spokesman Robert Weiner and policy analyst Rabria Moore write in The PuLSE Institute that Keith Ellison, Minnesota Attorney General who oversaw and hired the …

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Published on June 18, 2021 - 18:02 GMT

SmartPower: It’s Juneteenth 2021 – Message Received

SmartPower Observes Nation’s Newest Holiday ARLINGTON, VIRGINA, USA, June 18, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Two years after President Abraham Lincoln issued the Emancipation Proclamation, freeing enslaved Americans, the news finally reached …

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Published on June 18, 2021 - 17:00 GMT

On Juneteenth, Everyday Health Commemorates Yr 2 of Black Health Facts, Focusing on Mental Health in the Black Community

Patrice Harris, MD, medical editor in chief at large and Arefa Cassoobhoy, MD, chief medical editor/ VP of medical affairs, co-oversee the initiative. J2 Global (NASDAQ:JCom) NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, June 18, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- …

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Published on June 8, 2021 - 18:00 GMT

Sappington African American Cemetery in Arrow Rock dedicated as new state historic site

» News » 2021 » Sappington African American Cemetery in Arrow Rock... Sappington African American Cemetery in Arrow Rock dedicated as new state historic site JEFFERSON CITY, MO, June 8, 2021 – On Saturday, June 5, the Missouri Department of Natural …

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Published on June 19, 2021 - 23:12 GMT

The Story Behind Inter Miami’s Freediver

GEORGE TOWN, GRAND CAYMAN, CAYMAN ISLANDS, June 20, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The pictures of a young lady standing at the bottom of the sea wearing a fútbol kit instead of scuba equipment are so breath-taking that many struggles to believe they …

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Published on June 19, 2021 - 19:00 GMT

Dr. Robert Jeffrey, Acclaimed Chiropractor, Wins Best of Los Angeles Award- “Best Chiropractor- 2021”

“We’re honored to include Dr. Robert Jeffrey of Jeffrey Chiropractic and Massage into our BoLAA family.” ~Aurora DeRose LOS ANGELES , CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES, June 19, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Dr. Robert Jeffrey, the acclaimed chiropractor, …

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Published on June 19, 2021 - 18:20 GMT

Holden House 1902 Bed & Breakfast Inn receives 2021 AAA Inspector’s Best Of Housekeeping Award

Colorado Springs' Holden House 1902 Bed & Breakfast Inn joins "Top 25%" of AAA Diamond properties with award for outstanding cleanliness and condition COLORADO SPRINGS, COLORADO, UNITED STATES, June 19, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ …

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Published on June 19, 2021 - 18:14 GMT

Celebrating 50 Sweet NJ Kids Who Helped Complete We Dance for Good Community Gig

Kids create fun finger dance videos, and Recruiting for Good donates $20 to a NJ Food Pantry for every submitted video. We reached our goal on June 15th, 2021. SANTA MONICA, CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES, June 19, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- …

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Published on June 19, 2021 - 16:00 GMT

Bringing Authenticity Back to Rap and Hip Hop: The Much Awaited ‘Return of Da Yopp’

With rich and immersive Rap musical compositions, rising musical movement, Camp Yopp is driven to channel music for the greater good CHICKASHA, OKLAHOMA, UNITED STATES, June 19, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Without doubt, Camp Yopp is more than …

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Published on June 19, 2021 - 15:13 GMT

Celebrating 14-Year-Old NJ Girl 'D' for Making a Positive Impact

Kids create fun finger dance videos, and Recruiting for Good donates $20 to a NJ Food Pantry for every submitted video. And $20 Donut Gift Card. SANTA MONICA, CA, UNITED STATES, June 19, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Recruiting for Good (R4G) is a …

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Published on June 19, 2021 - 14:58 GMT

Celebrating 11-Year-Old NJ Girl 'Jaidster' for Making a Positive Impact

Kids create fun finger dance videos, and Recruiting for Good donates $20 to a NJ Food Pantry for every submitted video. And $20 Donut Gift Card. SANTA MONICA, CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES, June 19, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Recruiting for Good ( …

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Published on June 19, 2021 - 14:54 GMT

Celebrating 14-Year-Old NJ Girl 'Kayla Bean' for Making a Positive Impact

Kids create fun finger dance videos, and Recruiting for Good donates $20 to a NJ Food Pantry for every submitted video. And $20 Donut Gift Card. SANTA MONICA, CA, UNITED STATES, June 19, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Recruiting for Good (R4G) is a …

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Published on June 19, 2021 - 14:53 GMT

As Italy Drops Restrictions, Scientology Volunteer Ministers Look Back on a Year of Help

From decontaminating houses of worship to delivering food and prescriptions, Scientology Volunteer Ministers of Italy look back on 16 months of public service. MILANO, ITALY, June 19, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The bright yellow jackets of the …

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Published on June 19, 2021 - 14:28 GMT

Celebrating 11-Year-Old NJ Girl 'Emee' for Making a Positive Impact

Kids create fun finger dance videos, and Recruiting for Good donates $20 to a NJ Food Pantry for every submitted video. And $20 Donut Gift Card. SANTA MONICA, CA, UNITED STATES, June 19, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Recruiting for Good (R4G) is a …

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Published on June 19, 2021 - 14:23 GMT

Celebrating 12-Year-Old NJ Girl 'MarylandGirl' for Making a Positive Impact

Kids create fun finger dance videos, and Recruiting for Good donates $20 to a NJ Food Pantry for every submitted video. And $20 Donut Gift Card. SANTA MONICA, CA, UNITED STATES, June 19, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Recruiting for Good (R4G) is a …

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Published on June 19, 2021 - 14:09 GMT

New And Local Children's Book Author Who Will Have Book Read By Mayor Mboka

BLOOMINGTON-NORMAL, ILLINOIS, UNITED STATES, June 19, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Local children's book author J.J. Shegog's will have her book Now I'm Really Mad read by Mayor Mboka at Crossroads Fair Trade Goods & Gifts Saturday …

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Published on June 19, 2021 - 14:09 GMT

NeuroCoach Rachel Kozy’s Book “You’re Welcome” a Must-Read for Mental Health in the Wake of COVID

You’re Welcome capitalizes on Rachel’s own mental breakdown to help improve every aspect of her readers’ wellbeing. LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES, June 19, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- NeuroCoach, Rachel Kozy, MPH, MBA, is calling out to …

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Published on June 19, 2021 - 14:08 GMT

Celebrating 14-Year-Old NJ Girl '27CanHit' for Making a Positive Impact

Kids create fun finger dance videos, and Recruiting for Good donates $20 to a NJ Food Pantry for every submitted video. And $20 Donut Gift Card. SANTA MONICA, CA, UNITED STATES, June 19, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Recruiting for Good (R4G) is a …

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Published on June 19, 2021 - 13:58 GMT

Celebrating 13-Year-Old NJ Girl 'RunnerA' for Making a Positive Impact

Kids create fun finger dance videos, and Recruiting for Good donates $20 to a NJ Food Pantry for every submitted video. And $20 Donut Gift Card. SANTA MONICA, CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES, June 19, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Recruiting for Good ( …

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Published on June 19, 2021 - 13:48 GMT

Celebrating 10-Year-Old NJ Girl 'Liv' for Making a Positive Impact

Kids create fun finger dance videos, and Recruiting for Good donates $20 to a NJ Food Pantry for every submitted video. And $20 Donut Gift Card. SANTA MONICA, CA, UNITED STATES, June 19, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Recruiting for Good (R4G) is a …

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Published on June 19, 2021 - 13:33 GMT

Celebrating 12-Year-Old NJ Girl 'Juliet' for Making a Positive Impact

Kids create fun finger dance videos, and Recruiting for Good donates $20 to a NJ Food Pantry for every submitted video. And $20 Donut Gift Card. SANTA MONICA, CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES, June 19, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Recruiting for Good ( …

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Published on June 19, 2021 - 13:23 GMT

Celebrating 14-Year-Old NJ Girl 'Halls' for Making a Positive Impact

Kids create fun finger dance videos, and Recruiting for Good donates $20 to a NJ Food Pantry for every submitted video. And $20 Donut Gift Card. SANTA MONICA, CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES, June 19, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Recruiting for Good ( …

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Published on June 19, 2021 - 13:08 GMT

Celebrating 7-Year-Old NJ Girl 'Meels' for Making a Positive Impact

Kids create fun finger dance videos, and Recruiting for Good donates $20 to a NJ Food Pantry for every submitted video. And $20 Donut Gift Card. SANTA MONICA, CA, UNITED STATES, June 19, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Recruiting for Good (R4G) is a …

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Published on June 19, 2021 - 12:53 GMT

Celebrating 13-Year-Old NJ Boy 'Jojo' for Making a Positive Impact

Kids create fun finger dance videos, and Recruiting for Good donates $20 to a NJ Food Pantry for every submitted video. And $20 Donut Gift Card. SANTA MONICA, CA, UNITED STATES, June 19, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Recruiting for Good (R4G) is a …

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