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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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...

Cydny A. N.
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Did You Learn about Eppa Barnes? He Purchased the Home and Land of His Family's Former Enslavers?
In the heart of Prince William County, Virginia, stands a historic landmark that serves as a testament to the enduring legacy of Eppa...

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Celebrating Black History, Creating Black Futures, Centering Black Excellence!
Happy Black History Month! In addition to acknowledging and finding strength in our remarkable history this month, I wanted to take a...

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The Lily Black Ticket: A Bold Stand for Racial Equality in Politics
In 1921, Virginia's political landscape was deeply impacted by racial segregation and discrimination. Demanding a seat at the table, a...

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Zeta Day at the Captitol: Honoring Yvonne Bond Miller!
Members of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated Commonwealth of Virginia converged in Richmond Virginia from communities throughout the...

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Virginia State University Named a 2023 Fulbright HBCU Institutional Leader
On September 18, the U.S. Department of State announced 19 HBCUs as “Fulbright HBCU Institutional Leaders” in recognition of their noteworth

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VSU PARTNERS WITH AMAZON, THE WORLD'S LARGEST ONLINE RETAILER, TO OFFER AFFORDABLE EDUCATION
Virginia State University has announced that it has partnered with Amazon’s Career Choice program, which allows employees to further their..

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Generation X and the Mid-career...Gap!
Generation X is redefining what it means to take charge of their lives and is pivoting away from the mid-life crisis of the "Baby Boomers,"

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Black August: Commemorating Black Resistance!
Black August is also about fostering a sense of solidarity and resistance. It encourages individuals to engage in acts of resistance...

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Cape Charles Rosenwald School Restoration Initiative Receives $1 Million Grant to Complete Phase II
The Cape Charles Rosenwald School Restoration Initiative (CCRSRI) has received a $1 million grant from the Industrial Revitalization Fund th

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VBLM Quest to East Africa!
Did you know that our Editor-In-Chief recently participated in a once in a lifetime opportunity to return to the Mother Land?

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