Sharif El-Mekki of the Center for Black Educator Development says our kids still need to be taught truth and knowledge of self. The Black Panther Party for Self Defense turned 58 this October. Its Ten-point Platform and Program, written by Huey P. Newton and Bobby Seale, is as vital as ever. As a Black man who grew […]
by John Reid Today in Dumfries, House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries, Senator Mark Warner, Congresswoman Abigail Spanberger, and Speaker of the Virginia House of Delegates Don Scott campaigned for VA-07 Democratic nominee Eugene Vindman and the Harris-Walz-Kaine ticket in Prince William County as the 2024 elections enter its final weeks. “We want to move the […]
The National Reparations Institute along with 100 Black students and youth leaders will convene a National N’Daba (Great Gathering) Reparations Summit on Friday and Saturday, November 1-2nd, 2024 at the Atlanta University Center in Atlanta, Georgia. This year’s fourth annual National N’Daba (Great Gathering) will include a diverse and evolving group of committee members, presenters, and […]
by Charlotte Rene Woods, Virginia Mercury Over 1,600 voters have been removed from the rolls since an Aug. 7 executive order by Gov. Glenn Youngkin, plaintiffs in a lawsuit against the governor said Wednesday on a press call. Seventy-five voter registrations were denied in the same time period, said Ryan Snow, counsel with Lawyers Committee for […]
by Jennifer Roberts, Founder of Conversations in the Community Happy Fall! I hope that your fall season is off to a great start. Conversations in the Community is excited to share our upcoming events with you. Please refer to the attached flyers for details and registration. Please share with other community members. Tween & Teen Conversations About Caste: Conversations […]
by John Reid As the general elections enters the final weeks across the nation and in Virginia, polling stations have been filled with voters, particularly throughout Prince William County. Over the past two weeks, early voting took place on Sunday at the following stations: The region has been among the highest in the state, with […]
by Charlotte Rene Woods, Virginia Mercury Virginia lawmakers plan to introduce a “momnibus bill” in each chamber next year to help enhance maternal healthcare access, reduce mortality rates and address racial and unconscious bias. A play on the term, “omnibus,” the forthcoming legislation will be able to address a series of factors that contribute to […]
by John Reid Saturday night, the town of Dumfries Mayor celebrated its most outstanding leaders and organizations at the highly anticipated 2024 Mayor’s Ball & Community Awards Gala. Hosted by Mayor Derrick Wood, the event brought together local leaders, businesses, and community members to recognize those who have made significant contributions to the town’s growth, […]
Jalisa Matthews, a mother of two from Baltimore, Maryland, is launching a new “Adopt-a-Mom” program called Helping Her Inc to support expectant mothers as they prepare for the arrival of their babies. Through her nonprofit, Helping Her, Inc., Matthews has already been assisting new moms this year by providing essential supplies and resources. According to WUSA9, each Wednesday, […]
Sponsored by the Town of Dumfries The Town of Dumfries is proud to present the Pink and Purple Brunch, an event dedicated to raising awareness and promoting an end to breast cancer and domestic violence. This free event will occur on Sunday, October 27, 2024, at the Clyde Washington Community Center, located at 3800 Graham Park Road […]
