Birthday - Dwight Gooden

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Nov

13

1985

Love, Mia (1975 - )

Congresswoman Mia Love represents Utahs 4th Congressional District and is the first black Republican woman and the first Haitian-American elected to the United States Congress. She is also the first black person elected to Congress in

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Source: Black Past

Dec

6

1975

This Southern City Was Just Named the Best Place to Retire in America – Free Press of Jacksonville

Last week, U.S. News and World Report released its annual list of the “Best Places to Retire in the U.S.,” and topping the list is Fort

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Source: Free Press of Jacksonville – Florida’s First Coast Quality Black Weekly

JUST DO IT –

After prompting from area residents, politicians – particularly Volusia County Council Member Barbara Girtman – and organizations, free coronavirus testing is now available in Midtown, located in the heart of Daytona Beach’s Black

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Source: Daytona Times

Gerrymandering - Definition and Examples in Politics

Gerrymandering is the act of drawing of congressional, state legislative or other political boundaries to favor a political party or one particular candidate for elected office. The purpose of gerrymandering is to grant one party power over another by creating districts that hold dense

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Source: ThoughtCo

History of the Caribbean

The history of the Caribbean reveals the significant role the region played in the colonial struggles of the European powers since the 15th century. In the 20th century the Caribbean was again important during World War II, in the decolonization wave during the post-war period, and in the tension

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Source: ThoughtCo

Jackson, James Lloyd (1920-2008) - Birthday

Jackson was born in Lakeland, Florida on February 25, 1920 to Essie May Holly and Amos Jackson.

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Source: Black Past

Feb

25

1920

VISUAL VIEWPOINT: LITTLE RICHARD TRIBUTE 1932-2020 –

Your credible, reliable resource of news and information affecting African-American communities across the state of Florida, USA.

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Source: Florida Courier

McCollum, Ruby (1909-1992)

Born Ruby Jackson on August 31, 1909, Jackson was a wealthy married African American woman in Live Oak, Florida, who was arrested and convicted for killing a prominent white doctor in 1952, who at the time was also a Florida State

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Source: Black Past

How Did Jackie Robinson Make History?

Who Was Jackie

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Source: ThoughtCo

Congress of Racial Equality

The Congress of Racial Equality (CORE) is an African-American civil rights organization in the United States that played a pivotal role for African Americans in the Civil Rights Movement. Founded in 1942, its stated mission is to bring about equality for all people regardless of

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Source: ThoughtCo

Ossie Davis

Ossie Davis , byname of Raiford Chatman Davis (born December 18, 1917, Cogdell, Georgia, U.S.—died February 4, 2005, Miami Beach, Florida), American writer, actor, director, and social activist who was known for his contributions to African American theatre and film and for his passionate support

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Source: Brittanica

Feb

4

2005

Race riot in Florida

Race riot, Tampa, Florida. National Guard mobilized.

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Source: Blackfacts.com

Jun

11

1967

(1955) Congressman Adam Clayton Powell, Jr., "Speech on Civil Rights"

On February 2, 1955, New York Representative Adam Clayton Powell, then one of only three African Americans in the U.S. Congress, rose to argue that his colleagues should support two pending civil rights bills then before the House of Representatives. His speech appears

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Source: Black Past

Feb

2

1955

Florida summers bring fun ways to beat the heat

Summer can be one of the best times to visit Florida. Refreshing afternoon rains cut the heat, outdoor beach bars and restaurants turn on their cooling misters, and the sparkling ocean is more inviting than ever. Beyond the beaches, many activities offer fun and cool

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Source: Savoy Network

Honoring Jackie Robinson extends into orbit this year

Jackie Robinson Day was celebrated even in space this

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Source: Savoy Network

When Blacks Succeed: The 1906 Atlanta Race Riiot

This is part three of the award winning documentary, When Blacks Succeed: The 1906 Atlanta Race Riot

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Source: AA Studies Research Guide

Jul

1

1917

Bush v. Gore (2000)

Argued December 11, 2000

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Source: Black Past

Bob Gibson

Born on November 9, 1935 during the time of the Great Depression and World War II, Bob Gibson was the youngest amongst seven siblings whose father had died of tuberculosis before Bob Gibson’s birth. Even though Gibson was born in Nebraska’s biggest city, Omaha, the family was struck by poverty and

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Source: Black History Resources

Nov

9

1935

Deion Sanders

Deion Sanders , in full Deion Luwynn Sanders, bynames Prime Time and Neon Deion (born August 9, 1967, Fort Myers, Florida, U.S.), American gridiron football player and baseball player who is the only person to have played in both a Super Bowl and a World Series. Known for his flashy personality

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Source: Brittanica

Aug

9

1967

ATTENTION GRADUATES! | Florida Sentinel Bulletin

ATTENTION GRADUATES! Dear Parents and Graduates, The Coronavirus outbreak has changed the way we do many things, including graduation ceremonies for this year. However, the Florida Sentinel Bulletin will honor our graduates as we have in the past.

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Source: Florida Sentinel Bulletin

Bo Diddley

Ellas Otha Bathes, more commonly known by his stage name “Bo Diddley”, was an American R&B vocalist, guitarist and songwriter. Diddley was also known as ‘The Originator’ due to his vital role in the transition of Blues music to Rock and

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Source: Black History Resources

Jun

2

2008

Bethune, Mary McLeod

Bethune, Mary McLeod bəthyo͞on´ [key], 1875–1955, American educator, b. Mayesville, S.C., grad. Moody Bible Institute, Chicago, 1895. The 17th child of former slaves, she taught (1895–1903) in a series of southern mission schools before settling in Florida to found (1904) the Daytona Normal and

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Source: Fact Monster - Black History

FAMU Law Grad Succeeds Despite All Odds

She is a proud member of the Florida A&M University (FAMU) College of Law Class of

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Source: The Florida Star

Spearman, Leonard H.O. (1929-2008) - Birthday

A native of Tallahassee, Florida, Spearman was born July 8, 1929.

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Source: Black Past

Jul

8

1929

Boxer Larry Holmes - Fight-by-Fight Career Record

Larry Holmes posted a remarkable 69 wins, including 44 KOs against only six losses, during a career that spanned nearly three decades. Holmes, whose, left jab is rated among the best in boxing history, according to Wikipedia, was the World Boxing Council heavyweight champ from 1978 to 1983. He also

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Source: ThoughtCo

Mae Jemison

Mae Jemison , in full Mae Carol Jemison (born Oct. 17, 1956, Decatur, Ala., U.S.), American physician and the first African American woman to become an astronaut. In 1992 she spent more than a week orbiting Earth in the space shuttle

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Source: Brittanica

Testing where the people are –

Harper and Santiago know each other, but Santiago doesn’t represent Daytona Beach’s Black community in the Florida

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Source: Florida Courier

10 Early Artists Who Defined the Blues

These are the 10 crucial artists who helped define the genre of the blues. Each one contributed greatly to the music, whether through their instrumental skills — usually on the guitar — or vocal talents, and their early recordings and performances influenced the cultural impact of the blues and the

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Source: ThoughtCo

Coronavirus Update: Trump Publicly Clashes With Fauci And Pushes To Open Schools In The Fall

These cases include more than 150 children in several states, mostly in New

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Source: Black America Web

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