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Cincinnati Program Expands To Empower Young Black Men In Education

An innovative program aimed at connecting young Black men with preschool classrooms as tutors is undergoing an expansion, according to The Cincinnati Enquirer. Once a tutor successfully completes the Literacy Lab’s Leading Fellowship, they will be eligible for scholarships to be used in their pursuit of an associate’s or a

Black Male Achievers Program Name Is Safe Following Speculation

Despite concerns sparked by a new Florida law that restricts funding for diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives, an enrichment program at Tallahassee Community College will not undergo a name change. Bryan Hooper, the program’s adviser, never believed that the program was in danger of having its name changed, even though

Cause Of Death For Obama Family Chef Revealed As Accident

Tafari Campbell, the personal chef for the Obama Family during their vacations in Martha’s Vineyard, was revealed to have passed away from accidental drowning. The news of his passing in late July garnered significant attention due to his connection to the former President. The private chef was paddleboarding in the

Plan to attend the Birthplace of Route 66 Festival

Get your kicks by taking a trip down the Mother Road through Springfield, Missouri with the City of Springfield at the Route 66 Festival. Experience the new Route 66 Food Truck Park on St. Louis Street, just west of the Rail Haven Motel on Glenstone. Step back in time at

We need your help finding old photos, in and around Silver Springs Park

Springfield, MO— Last year, Plotline, A Girl Like Me, Timmons Hall, and the UniteNews Publication collaborated on a project to highlight the historic ParkDay Reunion Celebration and Silver Springs Park. The ParkDay Reunion Celebration is one of the longest-running African American events in Springfield. Traditionally celebrated on the first weekend

Musician and Health Advocate – Spreading the Good News

by Samuel Knox, UniteNews Staff Springfield, MO— Vic Vaughan, the charismatic lead singer of the renowned band “Vic Vaughan and Souled Out,” is not only a powerhouse on stage but also a passionate advocate for health and well-being. In a recent interview, Vic shared his musical journey and shed light

The Pursuit of Happiness for Health and Well-Being

by Melesha Bailey, UniteNews Contributing Writer Springfield, MO— The keys to happiness vary from person to person. Happiness is a sense of well-being, joy, or contentment. Whenever you are doing something that makes you happy, you usually want to do it more. Some common factors contribute to a sense of

Cincinnati Program Expands To Empower Young Black Men In Education

An innovative program aimed at connecting young Black men with preschool classrooms as tutors is undergoing an expansion, according to The Cincinnati Enquirer. Once a tutor successfully completes the Literacy Lab’s Leading Fellowship, they will be eligible for scholarships to be used in their pursuit of an associate’s or a

Black Male Achievers Program Name Is Safe Following Speculation

Despite concerns sparked by a new Florida law that restricts funding for diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives, an enrichment program at Tallahassee Community College will not undergo a name change. Bryan Hooper, the program’s adviser, never believed that the program was in danger of having its name changed, even though

Cause Of Death For Obama Family Chef Revealed As Accident

Tafari Campbell, the personal chef for the Obama Family during their vacations in Martha’s Vineyard, was revealed to have passed away from accidental drowning. The news of his passing in late July garnered significant attention due to his connection to the former President. The private chef was paddleboarding in the

Plan to attend the Birthplace of Route 66 Festival

Get your kicks by taking a trip down the Mother Road through Springfield, Missouri with the City of Springfield at the Route 66 Festival. Experience the new Route 66 Food Truck Park on St. Louis Street, just west of the Rail Haven Motel on Glenstone. Step back in time at

We need your help finding old photos, in and around Silver Springs Park

Springfield, MO— Last year, Plotline, A Girl Like Me, Timmons Hall, and the UniteNews Publication collaborated on a project to highlight the historic ParkDay Reunion Celebration and Silver Springs Park. The ParkDay Reunion Celebration is one of the longest-running African American events in Springfield. Traditionally celebrated on the first weekend

Musician and Health Advocate – Spreading the Good News

by Samuel Knox, UniteNews Staff Springfield, MO— Vic Vaughan, the charismatic lead singer of the renowned band “Vic Vaughan and Souled Out,” is not only a powerhouse on stage but also a passionate advocate for health and well-being. In a recent interview, Vic shared his musical journey and shed light

The Pursuit of Happiness for Health and Well-Being

by Melesha Bailey, UniteNews Contributing Writer Springfield, MO— The keys to happiness vary from person to person. Happiness is a sense of well-being, joy, or contentment. Whenever you are doing something that makes you happy, you usually want to do it more. Some common factors contribute to a sense of