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Poet Nikki Giovanni to Headline Virginia State University's Second Triennial James Arthur Baldwin International Symposium (ST-JABIS | 2024) as Artist-in-Residence

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Poet Nikki Giovanni to Headline Virginia State University's Second Triennial James Arthur Baldwin International Symposium (ST-JABIS | 2024) as Artist-in-Residence

Free and open to the public: The Second Triennial James Arthur Baldwin International Symposium (ST-JABIS | 2024), October 24 – 26, 2024...

The "Sister II Sister Sorority Luncheon" Celebrates Unity Among Virginia's Divine Nine Sisterhood

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The "Sister II Sister Sorority Luncheon" Celebrates Unity Among Virginia's Divine Nine Sisterhood

The Luncheon just came to me as a great way to use my media notoriety to host an event that would allow us to disprove the myths...

Remarks by Vice President Harris During Keynote Address at the Democratic Nation Convention

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Remarks by Vice President Harris During Keynote Address at the Democratic Nation Convention

Vice President Kamala Harris is making history as the first Black and Indian American woman to secure the Democratic Nomination for...

Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces Virginia Students Starting to Recover from Post-Pandemic Learning Loss

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces Virginia Students Starting to Recover from Post-Pandemic Learning Loss

Student SOL Results show improvements in Math and Reading in Grades 3-8 and High School Math and Science; Chronic Absenteeism Shrunk 16%...

The Virginia Black Lifestyle Magazine's 2024 Virginia Networking Reception!

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The Virginia Black Lifestyle Magazine's 2024 Virginia Networking Reception!

Join us to reflect on this year’s #CBCALC make authentic networking connections and develop strategies to impact policy in a good...

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June is Black Men's Appreciation Month at VBLM: Meet Mr. Scott Price

Scott is a Trustee at New Bethel Baptist Church and Board Member for the Northern Virginia Chamber of Commerce. He is also a Board Member fo

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June is Black Men's Appreciation Month at VBLM: Meet Mr. Chris Shorter

Chris Shorter was named County Executive for Prince William County, Virginia, by the Board of County Supervisors in October 2022.

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June is Black Men's Appreciation Month at VBLM: Meet Mr. Demetrius Frazier

Meet Mr. Demetrius Frazier: Demetrius Frazier is the Vice President, Chief Learning Officer for Kaiser Aluminum, Inc., a $3.1 billion...

Empowering Black Heritage, Juneteenth Parade at Prince William Forest Park

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Empowering Black Heritage, Juneteenth Parade at Prince William Forest Park

Virginia Black Lifestyle Magazine (VBLM) and its Founder, Ms. Cydny A. Neville, were honored to host the "4th Annual Greater Prince William

Celebrate Juneteenth! Join the Community for the 4th Annual Greater Prince William Juneteenth Parade!

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Celebrate Juneteenth! Join the Community for the 4th Annual Greater Prince William Juneteenth Parade!

The Greater Prince William Community is invited to celebrate freedom and unity at this year's "4th Annual Greater Prince William Juneteenth

Amplifying the Black Origins of Memorial Day

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Amplifying the Black Origins of Memorial Day

Let us honor all who have served and made the ultimate sacrifice. Let's also acknowledge the echoed whispers of our ancestors who created...

The Virginia Black Lifestyle Magazine's Black Women's History Month Recognition 2024: Meet Dr. Shelley Viola Murphy!

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The Virginia Black Lifestyle Magazine's Black Women's History Month Recognition 2024: Meet Dr. Shelley Viola Murphy!

Dr. Shelley Viola Murphy, known as “familytreegirl,” is a dedicated genealogist with over three decades of experience. Born in Michigan...

The Virginia Black Lifestyle Magazine's Black Women's History Month Recognition 2024: Meet Sandra Wilson!

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The Virginia Black Lifestyle Magazine's Black Women's History Month Recognition 2024: Meet Sandra Wilson!

I aim to create a supportive network for black business owners to flourish. It's been an amazing journey so far, and I couldn't be more...

The Virginia Black Lifestyle Magazine's Black Women's History Month Recognition 2024: Meet Bianca Myric!

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The Virginia Black Lifestyle Magazine's Black Women's History Month Recognition 2024: Meet Bianca Myric!

A Petersburg, Virginia native, Bianca Myrick is a mother, daughter, sister, and connector of people and resources. She is the founder and...

Oscar Winner Cord Jefferson: On Life, The Film Industry, and The Future.

Cydny A. N.

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Oscar Winner Cord Jefferson: On Life, The Film Industry, and The Future.

He is a celebrated award-winning writer and journalist whose credits include but are not limited to: "Watchmen," Master of None...

Community News: Preservation Virginia's African American Fellows Program

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Community News: Preservation Virginia's African American Fellows Program

Preservation Virginia’s African American Fellowship (AAF) program supports individuals with an interest in preserving African American...

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April is Black Women's History Month!

Black Women's History Month celebrates the achievements of Black women throughout history and across the globe. Despite challenges faced...

How Do You Prefer Your Information Served: In Bite-Sized Pieces, or A Full Course Meal?

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How Do You Prefer Your Information Served: In Bite-Sized Pieces, or A Full Course Meal?

A single tweet can't delve into the complexities of an issue, potentially leading to oversimplification, misinterpretation, even worse...

Lincoln's Dangerous Colonization Experiment at the Cost of Precious Black Lives: Île à Vache

Cydny A. N.

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Lincoln's Dangerous Colonization Experiment at the Cost of Precious Black Lives: Île à Vache

Abraham Lincoln's horrible idea of a colonialization experiment at one of Haiti's satellite islands that led to the deaths of roughly 100...

In the Spirit of our Ancestors: Saving Sacred Spaces in Thoroughfare Virginia

Cydny A. N.

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In the Spirit of our Ancestors: Saving Sacred Spaces in Thoroughfare Virginia

The Coalition to Save Thoroughfare has been advocating to protect the cemeteries of Thoroughfare from being desecrated by a local...

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