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Virginia Beach News November 18, 2024

Mississippi Senate Being Sued For Underpaying Black Attorney

The U.S. Department of Justice has filed a lawsuit against the Mississippi State Senate, accusing it of underpaying Black attorney Kristie Metcalfe. The lawsuit claims Metcalfe received half the salary of her white colleagues, violating the Civil Rights Act’s provisions against racial discrimination in the workplace.
#RacialDiscrimination #PayEquity #KristieMetcalfe #CivilRights #WorkplaceEquality #MississippiSenate #TitleVII
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Virginia Beach News October 12, 2024

Blyden Library Celebrates 103-Year Legacy & Famous Namesake

The Blyden Branch Library celebrates 103 years of serving Norfolk, honoring its rich history and the legacy of its namesake, Edward W. Blyden, a pioneer of Pan-Africanism. A special ceremony at the Historic Attucks Theater highlighted the library’s continued impact on the community.
#BlydenLibrary #NorfolkHistory #PanAfricanism #BlackHistory #PublicLibrary #CommunityLegacy #AttucksTheater
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Virginia Beach News September 14, 2024

NSU & HU Defeat Former CIAA Rivals, VSU & VUU; Await Battle of The Bay, Sept. 14

Norfolk State and Hampton University secured victories over former CIAA rivals Virginia State and Virginia Union, setting the stage for their highly anticipated Battle of the Bay matchup on September 14.
#BattleOfTheBay #NSUSpartans #HUPirates #HBCUFootball #CollegeFootball #NSUvsHU
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Virginia Beach News August 8, 2024

Hampton Roads Black Radio Announcers’ Historic Photo Exhibit Opens At Norfolk’s Slover Library

The Hampton Roads Black Radio Announcers’ historic photo exhibit opens at Norfolk’s Slover Library, celebrating the legacy and influence of Black radio in the region and beyond. The exhibit showcases over 100 photos of influential figures and runs until August 31, 2024.
#BlackRadio #HamptonRoads #BlackHistory #CulturalHeritage #NorfolkVA #CivilRights
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Virginia Beach News June 29, 2024

“Mr. Silver Strings” Is Super Talented Music Man

Thaddeus Coffey, also known as “Mr. Silver Strings,” is a self-taught master of over 200 musical instruments, captivating audiences with his extraordinary talent. His journey, from struggling to speak until age four to becoming a musical prodigy, showcases his unique abilities and dedication to sharing his gifts with the community.
#ThaddeusCoffey #MrSilverStrings #MusicProdigy #AfricanAmericanMusic #NationalAfricanAmericanMusicAppreciationMonth #Juneteenth #MultiInstrumentalist #MusicEducation
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Virginia Beach News June 22, 2024

10 Local Black Churches & Sentara Partner To Fight High Blood Pressure

Sentara Healthcare and ten Black churches in Hampton Roads are partnering to tackle high blood pressure through a groundbreaking 18-month study. This initiative aims to reduce hypertension, a prevalent issue among congregants, with the help of at-home monitoring and community support.
#HealthEquity, #HypertensionAwareness, #BlackChurches, #SentaraHealthcare, #CommunityHealth, #HamptonRoads
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Virginia Beach News June 13, 2024

“Juneteenth: Resilience and Freedom” Event At Chrysler Museum of Art

The Virginia African-American Cultural Center, the New Journal and Guide, and the Chrysler Museum of Art hosted a vibrant Juneteenth celebration in Norfolk, featuring historical accounts, art, and performances under the theme “Juneteenth: Resilience and Freedom.”
#Juneteenth2024 #NorfolkEvents #BlackHistory #CulturalCelebration #ArtAndHistory #CommunityEvent
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Virginia Beach News April 18, 2024

Lewis leaves ECSU women to take over UNC-Asheville program

Former WNBA player and Elizabeth City State head women’s basketball coach Tynesha Lewis has announced she is leaving after three seasons to accept the head coaching job at the University of North Carolina at Asheville. 
#WNBA #ElizabethCityState #TyneshaLewis #UNC-Asheville
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Virginia Beach News March 30, 2024

Black Family Scholar, Pioneer: HU Presents Lifetime Award To Dr. Andrew Billingsley

“Hampton University pays tribute to Dr. Andrew Billingsley, a trailblazing sociologist and advocate for the Black family, with a prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award. His groundbreaking work continues to inspire and elevate communities, leaving a lasting legacy of scholarship and leadership.”
#DrAndrewBillingsley, #LifetimeAchievementAward, #HamptonUniversity, #BlackFamily, #Leadership, #Sociology
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Virginia Beach News February 2, 2024

Black History Month 2024: Newport News Native Made A Name For Herself & Virginia

“Explore the enduring impact of Newport News native, Pearl Bailey, an acclaimed singer and actress whose legacy graces her hometown’s library and an Annapolis mural. As we celebrate African-American artists in 2024, Bailey’s story exemplifies the art of resistance and inspiration.”
#PearlBailey #BlackHistoryMonth #ArtsTrailblazer #NewportNews
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