By D. L. White If he was alive today, Dr. King would have celebrated his 95th birthday on January 15. Born in Atlanta, Georgia, on January 15, 1929, Dr. King were he alive today, would absolutely still make appearances and speak truth to power as it relates to the injustices being waged against his people […]
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Written by Deah Mitchell Berry The tradition of Watch Night Service, a cherished practice among many Americans on the eve of new year holds special significance and historical meaning for Black Americans. But the day also forges a tasty Southern superstition that connects iconic traditions to this historic church commemoration. December 31, 1862, a night
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October is homecoming month on most HBCU campuses. I would suggest that if you have never attended an HBCU Homecoming or has never been on a HBCU Campus (because you attended a PWI), or you do not feel comfortable being around a lot of Black people (I have heard that one before) put attending an
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In a Facebook post, Council President pro Tem Monica Montgomery wrote: “Thank to Assemblymember Akilah Weber, MD and her advocacy for our communities, San Diego received funding to restore The Black Family statue at the beloved Mountain View Park! This funding is more than just a checkโit is about restoring the positive reflections and reclaiming
The nine-time Tony Awardยฎwinning Best Musical, “THE BOOK OF MORMON” returns to San Diego, September 19-24. And, we are here for it! Some of us over here at The Chocolate Voice saw “THE BOOK OF MORMAN” at the San Diego Civic Theater, a few years ago and laughed so hard until our sides hurt! From the creators of South Park
It takes two baby! Yes it does. Two actresses are on tour and playing the role of the legendary Tina Turner in the Broadway musical TINA: The Tina Turner Musical. During the tour, there are eight performances that are two hours and forty five minutes. Each actress will play the lead in four out
Disney Theatrical Productions, under the direction of Thomas Schumacher, and Broadway San Diego ~ A Nederlander Presentation is proud to welcome the long-awaited production of Disneyโs Frozen. Frozen, the Tonyยฎ-nominated Best Musical, will play a 2-week premiere engagement as part of Broadway San Diegoโs 45th Season, at the San Diego Civic Theatre, sponsored by San
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On Jan 9, with the sound of African drumming in the background, Shirley Weber was sworn-in as the first-elected Black Secretary of State (SOS) of California and the 32nd person to hold the position. The ceremony was conducted at the SOSโ auditorium in downtown Sacramento, one block south of the State Capitol. Senate President pro
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Black History Month, Black-Owned, Female-Owned and San Diego favorite, Maya’s Cookies has announced the 2023 Black History Month Collection. โThis year’s collection is an ode to the arts and my way of honoring the contributions of countless Black women breaking barriers in the literary arts, world of dance, music industry and beyond,” said Maya Madsen,
By GWEN PIERCE Being Black. Being a business owner. Being a woman. Being a veteran, are all labels that Kay Black has had first hand experience with, and knows all too well that representation matters, and that the importance of seeing Black positive images on and off the big screen, matter. This past Veterans Day
By Deah Berry Mitchell Looking for something different this Thanksgiving? With the recent announcement that the GDP increased over 2% the estimates that a recession will likely not hit until potentially 2024 have relaxed some of our woes. Although many consumers are still being cautious, they are finding small ways to pamper themselves and loved
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By George Napier Barnes, III It is my belief, especially in sporting competition, that no matter how hard and long you shake up something, when itโs all said and done, the cream (best teams) will always rise to top. With less than a month remaining in the 2022 HBCU Football season the shake ups during
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By G. Napier Barnes, III If you โgot skillsโ our HBCUs are looking for you. Because of Title IX, as described in an earlier article, the number of male dominated intercollegiate sports must be equal to the number of female dominated intercollegiate sports. For the ladies, scholarships and/or aide can be provided for participating in
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By DL White โJuneteenth is a movement, not a moment,โ affirmed District 5 SupervisorAdelita Grijalva, echoing the mantra of Tucson Juneteenth President Larry Starks. In a (4-1) vote on September 6, the Board voted to approve the annual recognition of Juneteenth. Juneteenth acknowledges the day in which Union troops entered Galveston, Texas in 1865 to
As we close out summer 2022, thereโs nothing left to say except, if you missed out on Jazz at the Creek, a two-day celebration Labor Day week-end in San Diego, oh well, itโs your loss. In its eleventh year, a surprising announcement was made by long time radio personality Kelly Cole, whoโs been the host
By: G. Napier Barnes, III A good friend of mine once said to me, โBarnes, we (as Black people) roll a little bit differently than everyone else. There is nothing wrong with it, we just ROLL differently.โ I guess that is a true statement. We do roll differently, especially when it comes to our sports.
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Smooth. Soulful. Songstress. Three words that best describe the artist Erin Stevenson, a powerhouse vocalists whoโs toured with the likes of Janet Jackson, Justin Timberlake, Duran Duran and more! Stevenson is all set to open the stage and bring nothing but good vibes to San Diegoโs premiere venue, Jazz at The Creek on Saturday, September
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By: G. Napier Barnes III Before we get into this weeksโ topic, I would like to share with you a conversation I had last week with one of my mentors, Mr. Harold Harris of Richmond, Virginia. Mr. Harris, affectionally known as โJug Headโ is a graduate of Allen University (SIAC) located in Columbia, South Carolina.
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More than 20 million seniors visit our nationโs emergency departments every year. With the number of older adults growing rapidly, there is a critical need for more geriatric-focused care, which has the potential to improve health outcomes, coordinate care more effectively, and reduce costs. San Diego County is now the first county in the nation where
11th Annual JAZZ AT THE CREEK has announced a spectacular line-up featuring headliner Will Downing, Avery*Sunshine, Pieces of a Dream and more for the upcoming Labor Day Weekend September 3rd and 4th at Market Creek Plaza Amphitheater, located at 310 Euclid Avenue. Presented by M.A.N.D.A.T.E. Records, Inc., nothing can compare to the intimate open air
By G. Napier Barnes, III HBCUs have been my passion for nearly a half century. I attended an HBCU as an undergraduate and have worked and volunteered at others. As a Sports reporter I have covered almost every major athletic event on the HBCU calendar. I have attended so many HBCU homecomings that sometimes I
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Shane Harris, CEO and Founder of People’s Association of Justice Advocates – PAJ and members of the San Diego community gathered in effort in getting a street named after hair and beautycare icon, Willie Morrow. In a press conference, Harris stated, “Willie Morrow gave his all to our region and put San Diego county on
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By DL White Danielle N. Dickey is a well traveled and equally a well versed young lady, she and her family have visited (44) of the (50) states in the U.S., however, she has selected South Carolina and South Carolina State University to attend college and spend the next four years. Danielle, a product
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The County of San Diego Black Chamber of Commerce (CSDBCC) created a Business Accelerator Program under its Urban Business Resource Center (UBRC). The first cohort, comprised of 14 minority-owned businesses, graduated in May, and on June 10 at UC San Diego Park & Market, the graduates were awarded a grant of almost $12k per participant in cash and Sony Electronics
As part of his efforts to create a more inclusive San Diego and celebrate the diversity of its residents, on June 19, 2021 Mayor Todd Gloria joined by Councilmembers Monica Montgomery Steppe and Marni von Wilpert, his Black Advisory Group, and community members came together to declare โJuneteenthโ in the City of San Diego. Last
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San Diego is home to many aspiring and highly accomplished artists. The San Diego African American Museum of Fine Art wants to make sure that the masterful works of those creatives are recognized and honored by the local community. In an interview with the San Diego Union Tribune, Gaidi Finnie, executive director of the museum,
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Coldplay & H.E.R on World Tour Which Includes More than Music: Feeding the Hungry! By DL White The British rock band Coldplay along with R & B Sensation H.E.R (Gabriella Sarmento Wilson) are on a world tour with scheduled stops across America, Germany, Poland, France the UK, Belgium, Peru and Argentina (to list a few
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After a national search, the San Diego Community College District on Wednesday announced the promotion of one of its own to succeed Pam Luster as Mesa College president. Ashanti Hands, Ed.D., joined San Diegoโs largest community college in 2008 where she has held positions as dean of Student Affairs, acting dean of Student Development and Matriculation, and vice president of
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The African American Legacy Fund (AALF), an initiative of the Community Foundation for Southern Arizona (CFSA), is proud to announce $50,000 was granted to six local organizations in their 2022 grant round to address the educational and economic disparities faced by African Americans living in Southern Arizona. Founded in 2013 by esteemed educator, philanthropist, and civic leader Dr. Anna Jolivet, Ph.D.,
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In 2018, the San Diego African American Museum of Fine Arts (SDAAMFA) began an annual recognition program known as “Keepers of the Culture.” This event is an opportunity to thank members of the San Diego community who, through their various contributions promote the rich elements of Black Arts and Culture. This year honorees include: Alyce Smith
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Oooh girl, where did you get your outfit? If youโre constantly getting compliments from admirers praising your style, first and foremost embrace it. Next, if you have that entrepreneurial spirit you just might be on to something. Artillia Marcellous, owner/designer of Razmatazz Boutique in La Jolla, has always had a love for fashion for as
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By D.L. White Homelessness Is On The Rise! In the days when the American west was still being settled, the Pony Express was implemented (April 3, 1860) by the Central Overland California and Pikes Peak Express Company to deliver mail between Missouri and California, thus providing a valuable and viable service. Utilizing the motto, โThe
Never in a million years did Monique Rousseau envision that creating smoothies for her sonโs football team would transform into one of the few, full-fledged Black and women-owned businesses in El Cajon, CA. But how did everything fall into place? Now, any mom with kids who play football will tell you that itโs not easy
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(San Diego, CA) Long time San Diego resident Rochelle Porter, is no joke. Especially when it comes to honoring members of her community. In particular, those whom she feels doesn’t get the recognition that they deserve. Somewhat of a hidden โgemโ herself, Porter swiftly moves about the world asking for little, if anything at all,
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On February 5, Innovative Wellness Clinic, Inc. A Primary Care Center located in Spring Valley, CA held an open house in celebration of a new one stop shop medical facility located in the heart of San Diego county’s diverse community. Innovative Wellness clinic serves as a quality healthcare provider providing numerous benefits for the community,
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This yearโs Super Bowl Halftime Show features not one, not two, but five different hip-hop artists as the headlining acts: Dr. Dre, Snoop Dogg, 50 cent (Curtis Jackson) Eminem and, Kendrick Lamar. All of the performs mentioned have used their power of hip-hop and rap to make an impact by speaking up for generations and
Check out the official trailer and key art for Huluโs upcoming docuseries,โBlack Twitter: A Peopleโs History.โ The three-part series premieres Thursday, May 9 on Hulu SYNOPSIS: Based on Jason Parhamโs WIRED cover story โA Peopleโs History of Black Twitter,โ this three-part docuseries charts the rise, movements, voices and memes that made Black Twitter an influential and dominant force in
(CHICAGO, IL) – April 23, 2024 – Chicago-based Central City Productions – a trailblazing African-American owned television programming, production, sales and distribution company – announces the 9th Annual Black Music Honors. The highly anticipated live taping will take place at the renowned Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre in Atlanta, GA on Saturday, May 18th. The ceremony will be co-hosted by singer and
LOS ANGELES, CA โ Multi-award-winning Civil Rights Attorney and Child Advocate, Areva Martin, in collaboration with the Special Needs Network (SNN), has revealed the distinguished honorees for the 16th Annual A Pink Pump Affair. This noteworthy charity event is scheduled for Sunday, May 19th, 2024, at 11:30 AM, at the esteemed Beverly Wilshire Hotel, A Four Seasons. The event celebrates exceptional
Contemporary industry artist and sustainability advocate, David Weeks NYC, widely known for his viral mobile installations and celebrity artwork and designs for icons such as Kanye West and Megan Thee Stallion is the Founder of nonprofit organization Plastic is Wack. His nonprofit is a growing movement that galvanizes influencers, community leaders and celebrities to collaborate in protecting the environment
The Links, Incorporated San Diego Chapter is hosting its first Black Maternal Health Community Forum on Saturday, April 27th at Access Youth Academy (704 Euclid Ave, San Diego, CA 92114) from 10:00 AM โ 12:00 PM. For more information and to register, please visit: Black Maternal Health Community Forum. The Links, Incorporated launched an initiative, L.A.M.B.S (Links Aiding Moms to Be
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Aladdin, the hit musical based on the Academy Awardยฎ-winning animated film, soars into San Diego starting Wednesday at 7 pm. A fan favorite of all ages, Aladdin is an exciting stage production filled with beautiful music, whimsical magic, a vibrant explosion of color and timely comedy. This is an extraordinary theater event where a lamp
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By DL White Nothing can be changed until it is faced, and everything faced will not be changed Civil Rights Activist & Author James Baldwin The days when a rational Supreme Court could review, articulate and come to some reasonable understanding of the law, appear far spent. The current Supreme Court is not conservative it
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Premiering this summer, is an animated musical series for preschoolers inspired by the beloved story of โThe Little Mermaid.โ The series stars Emmy Award winner Mykal-Michelle Harris (Disney Channelโs โRavenโs Homeโ) as Ariel and Broadway, film and television stars Taye Diggs (โRentโ) and Amber Riley (โGleeโ) as King Triton and Ursula. Set in the fantastical
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Indoor & outdoor jobs available in a variety of departments DEL MAR, Calif. (April 2, 2024) โ The 22nd District Agricultural Association is now hiring temporary workers for the regionโs largest annual community celebration, the San Diego County Fair. This year, the District intends to hire more than 1,000 temporary workers to help put on the Fair, which
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We are Women: Jean Cornell Wheat and Elizabeth Salaam paired with โBeautiful, Brilliant & Brave: A Celebration of Black Women” Painter, sculptor, multi-media artist, and a professor of art history, Ms. Jean, as she’s affectionately called, draws the viewer into her personal history as she captures the essence of life. Born in Harlem, the sights
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