Author: Carma Henry

Gordon Parks is a renowned American cinema figure known for his creativity, resilience, and groundbreaking achievements. He was born in Fort Scott, Kansas, on November 30, 1912, and rose to become a trailblazer in the film industry during a time when racial barriers were deeply entrenched.

Antonia Murray – Viewing Friday, January 12 from 6 to 8 in the Chapel. Celebration of Life: Saturday, Jan. 13 at 11 in the Chapel. Marsha…

Elder John Allen -73 Funeral services were held January 6 at Life Tabernacle Worship Center with Bishop Dr. Lloyd G. Barrett. Not Pictured – Deonte Elijah…

Sandra L. McFarland Coleman -76   Funeral Services were held January 8th  at McWhite’s Funeral Home. James “Gopher” Davis, Jr – 70   Funeral Services were held…

Floree Emerette Dixon – Funeral services were held January 6 at Roy Mizell & Kurtz Worship center.

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Radio announcer Deacon Joe Riley of WMBM of Miami, Florida will be recognized for his mission to keep quartet music alive through his radio broadcasts and concert promotions. During the virtual 32nd annual American Gospel Quartet Convention Brother Riley will receive The Ruby Summerville Dickson Award.

The Conference of National Black Churches has called on African American congregations to embrace a list of priorities — from “government-sponsored reparations” to improved access to health care — as they move out of a pandemic era and into an election year.

NNPA NEWSWIRE — Over the past 12 months, average hourly earnings have increased by 4.1 percent. All employees’ average workweek increased by 0.1 hours to 34.3 hours. Overall, financial analysts said the employment report suggests a positive trend in the U.S. labor market, with moderate job gains and a stable unemployment rate.

For its upcoming Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Breakfast, the Spady Cultural Heritage Museum will welcome a dynamic pastor, choir and theatrical performer, to create an energetic tribute