New USF Libraries collection focuses on Florida’s African American experience
ST. PETERSBURG — Drawn from previous collections, the African American Experience…
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Art auction raises money and support for Woodson Warriors
Since last June and the online auction held last Sunday, more than $200,000 have been…
With Methodist Town in her blood, Jalessa Blackshear is making waves
Jalessa Blackshear said the City of St. Petersburg’s charter dates back to the 1930s…
Food blogging is a thing: TFL and Foodies Network 727 take on Tampa Bay food culture
Alexandria Jones, The Frugalista Life and Syd Willis, Foodies Network 727 By J.A. Jones,…
Lawyer and community leader Lisa Brody appointed to USFSP Advisory Board
Attorney Lisa Brody ST. PETERSBURG — The University of South Florida Board…
NCNW showcase the Black Pearls for Black History Month
ST. PETERSBURG – The St. Petersburg Metropolitan Section of the National Council of…
Straz Center presents ‘Voices of the Community’ virtual gatherings
TAMPA BAY – The Straz presents Voices of the Community virtual town hall meetings on…
Ocoee Massacre descendant J. Carl Devine calls for reparations
“I appreciate the celebration. I appreciate the commemoration. But let’s not forget…
Nikki Gaskin-Capehart named one of Florida’s most influential Black Women
Nikki Gaskin-Capehart, director of Urban Affairs for the City of St. Petersburg, was…
Up from slavery: Martha Bellamy shares her grandfather’s story
Ninety-one-year-old Martha Bellamy recalls living and learning from her grandfather, who…
Your future begins at Job Corps
Left to right, Business and Community Liaison Ann Sherman-White, student Rayshawn Scott…
St. Pete Youth Farm’s workday proves importance of HB13 Urban Agricultural Bill
Hundreds of residents, city leaders and stakeholders came to the St. Pete Youth Farm’s…
The truth is told in ‘Black History 365’
BY GAYLE ANDREWS, Contributor Complaints about the lack of Black history in America’s…
St. Pete Police CALL program a work in progress
SPPD Police Chief Anthony Holloway; SPPD Special Projects Manager Megan McGee,…
Community elders express hope, trust in the COVID-19 vaccine
African American Heritage Association President Gwendolyn Reese BY NICOLE SLAUGHTER…
City unveils new name for main library in honor of President Barack Obama
City officials unveiled the President Barack Obama Main Library sign on Feb. 26. RAVEN…
Four years and counting on a gas station diet
Tangerine Plaza has set without a grocery store since Feb. 2017, creating a massive food…
Empath Health is Supporting Local Veterans
Trudy Beeler, Empath Health Veterans Community Partner Specialist By Karen…