Friends of the Valencia Park/Malcolm X ChapterBy: Terri L. Fowler SAN DIEGO, CA – A warm, sunny afternoon set the stage for the Malcolm X Library Gift Day and Soirée, held Saturday, September 20, 2025, at the library parking lot located at 5148 Market Street, San Diego, CA 92114. Visitors and participants enjoyed live music, interactive […]
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No Matter How Many Times a Lie is Spoken – It Will Never Become TruthBy DL White There is the truth, and then there is “people’s truth” — not truth at all, but what some would have you believe. Yet no matter how many times a lie is spoken, it will never become the truth.
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When Wynton Marsalis — one of the greatest trumpeters of our time — called a young Keyon Harrold “the future of the trumpet,” it wasn’t just praise. It was prophecy. Born and raised in Ferguson, Missouri, Harrold has carved a path that defies genre. His horn has graced the sounds of Jay-Z, Beyoncé, Jeff Beck,
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When I caught up with GRAMMY-nominated drummer, composer, and producer Nate Smith, he was in Richmond, Virginia, savoring what he calls his favorite season. “The East Coast transition from summer to fall is beautiful,” he said warmly, setting the tone for our conversation. Known for his visceral drumming style and collaborations with artists ranging from
At just 30 years old, Glenn Alexander II has already made history as one of the few Black conductors in today’s classical and theatrical landscape. From Carnegie Hall to the national tour of Les Misérables, his journey reflects not only talent and training but also a deep sense of purpose. Raised in Port Arthur, Texas,
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By: Gwen Pierce Finding His Song Nathan Chester’s voice carries the warmth of Motown, the grit of gospel, and the polish of modern pop — a blend that has made him one of the most memorable contestants from Season 25 of The Voice. Known for his magnetic stage presence and soulful delivery, Chester is now
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[New York, NY – August 15, 2025] – ‘Tis the season for some family drama. 3 Diamonds Films is set to release Unexpected Christmas, in theaters nationwide on November 7. The comedy/dramedy film stars actor, comedian, writer and producer, Lil Rel Howery and Emmy-winning actress, author, entrepreneur, and social media personality Tabitha Brown. Howery and Brown both serve as executive producers. Rounding out
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If you haven’t heard of Shucked yet, trust us—you will. This hilarious, heartfelt, and completely original musical has been delighting audiences across the country with its clever wit, catchy score, and one very quirky obsession: corn. Now headed to the San Diego Civic Theatre August 12–17, Shucked introduces local audiences to the vibrant world of Cobb County and the
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Oprah Winfrey Network’s new series HEART & HUSTLE: HOUSTON is turning up the heat. Premiering Saturday, August 2 at 9/8c on OWN, the series follows six dynamic H-Town girlfriends as they navigate life, love, careers, and friendship. Set in the vibrant heart of Houston, Texas, this powerful sisterhood of Black women is redefining what it means to
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By DL White Correction begins with the 2026 Mid-Terms! A growing number of Americans are waking up to feelings of disenfranchisement, confusion, and anger—feelings rooted in the realization that they’ve been misled by Donald J. Trump. The man who once vowed to “drain the swamp,” lower food prices, and end the war in Ukraine has,
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