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“Facing Frederick: The Life of Frederick Douglass, A Monumental American Man” by Tonya Bolden c.2017, Abrams Books for Young Readers $19.99 / $23.99 Canada 208 …
Published on February 2, 2018
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Houston Furniture Bank to Celebrate Inauguration of New 43,000-Square-Foot North Houston Location in the Woodlands
This Friday, October 16, 2020, Houston Furniture Bank will celebrate the inauguration of its new 43,000-square-foot Houston Furniture Bank North location in the Woodlands, Texas.
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African American Heritage Commission of South Carolina Launches New ‘Green Book,’ Names State’s Top Black History Sites
Many — perhaps most — African Americans can trace family roots back to Charleston. About 40 percent of enslaved Africans brought to North America arrived on ships that docked in Charleston Harbor.
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How Opportunity Zones Could Help Restore The Economy After COVID-19
The COVID-19 shutdown has created financial setbacks for millions of Americans and their communities, but economic troubles – whether caused by the pandemic or otherwise – don’t hit everyone equally.
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The Trump @POTUS Twitter Account Uses Photo From Obama Inauguration
Although the @POTUS Twitter account changed hands from Barack Obama to Donald Trump a minute after noon Friday, Obama's presence lingered for about an hour longer.
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Inaugural March for Black Women Highlights Sisterhood and Empowerment
Thousands filled Emancipation Park for the inaugural March for Black Women. According to the Houston Chronicle, the march celebrated black sisterhood and empowerment, advocate the importance of voting.
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Youth poet laureate crafting 'message of joining together' for inauguration
Amanda Gorman was about halfway through writing the poem that she'll deliver at President-elect Joe Biden's inauguration next week when she watched in horror the deadly siege on the US Capitol.
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Wildflowers color the hills of the Temblor Range at Carrizo Plain National Monument on April 26, 2023 near McKittrick, California. Mandatory Credit: David McNew/Getty Images/File …
Published on March 19, 2024
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These Democrats Aren't Attending Trump's Inauguration
More than three dozen Democratic lawmakers are boycotting President-elect Donald Trump's inauguration, particularly after revelations of Russia's alleged meddling in the 2016 election and his rebuke of civil rights icon John Lewis on Saturday. No senators have said they are boycotting.
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Jennifer Holliday Talks Death Threats and Backlash Over Trump Inauguration
Jennifer Holliday said it never dawned on her she would receive so much backlash over her initial decision to perform at President-elect Donald Trump's inauguration.
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Inaugural Shreveport Stuffed Shrimp Festival to be Held at Louisiana State Fairgrounds on Saturday, May 11
Sponsorships and VIP packages are now available for this new, family-friendly festival with live music, food vendors, cooking demos, and more in Shreveport, Louisiana.
The Eddie E. Hughes Foundation and Budweiser will present the Inaugural Shreveport Stuffed Shrimp Festival at the Louisiana State Fairgrounds, 11 a.m.-11 p.m., Saturday, May 11.
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President Donald Trump has only been in office for 17 days, but his Justice Department is already embroiled in a high-stakes legal battle over his …
Published on February 6, 2017
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American flags are seen at half-staff surrounding the Washington Monument as people enjoy the weather on the National Mall on Wednesday, May 25 in Washington, …
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On January 6, 2021, Taylor Franklin Taranto attended a rally in Washington, DC, near the Washington Monument shortly before traveling to the Capitol grounds and …
Published on July 6, 2023
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On January 6, 2021, Taylor Franklin Taranto attended a rally in Washington, DC, near the Washington Monument shortly before traveling to the Capitol grounds and …
Published on July 6, 2023
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UH’s Cynthia Woods Mitchell Center for the Arts Welcomes Artist Alan Sonfist
Works with Students to Create New Series of Paintings
The University of Houston Cynthia Woods Mitchell Center for the Arts will welcome Alan Sonfist to campus October 13-19 with a reception Thursday, October 13 at 5 p.m. at the Dudley Recital Hall, 4800 Calhoun Road, and an artist talk to follow at 6 p.m.
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Black History Month is a Celebration of Perseverance
Celebrating the history of Black Americans is a celebration of perseverance, persistence, resiliency and creativity…the same characteristics of successful entrepreneurs.
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Private Stash: The World's Best Exclusive Ski Resorts
Imagine a skiing experience with no lift lines where you can plunder pristine powder all day long. You could splash out on remote heli-ski adventure, but that's not for everyone.
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Wine and Wildflowers Make Gatlinburg the Perfect Spring Destination
Wanting a relaxing getaway weekend? Gatlinburg's Smoky Mountains are calling!
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Trump's Target Audience in Spreading Blame: His Base
President Donald Trump revealed Tuesday the driving force behind his initial response to the violent clashes that broke out Saturday in Charlottesville: his political base.
