George Strait, born on May 18, 1952, is an American country music singer, songwriter, and actor who is often referred to as the “King of Country.” With his traditional country sound, smooth vocals, and genuine approach to storytelling, Strait has become one of the most influential and successful artists in the history of country music.
Tina Turner, born Anna Mae Bullock on November 26, 1939, is an American singer, songwriter, and actress who is widely regarded as one of the greatest performers in the history of popular music. Known for her powerful vocals, electrifying stage presence, and remarkable resilience, Turner has left an indelible mark on the music industry. Tina
Don Henley, born on July 22, 1947, is an American singer, songwriter, and musician who is best known as the co-founder and drummer of the iconic rock band, the Eagles. In addition to his drumming skills, Henley is also a gifted vocalist and prolific songwriter, with a successful solo career that spans several decades. As
By Megan Sayles, AFRO Business Writer, msayles@afro.com Comcast recently announced that it would bestow 100 Baltimore small businesses with grant packages that include $5,000 in funding, business consultation, educational resources, media schedule, creative production and a technology makeover as part of the Comcast RISE program. To qualify for the program, businesses must have 100 or
By Ralph E. Moore Jr., Special to the AFRO In case you missed it, May 19 of this year marked the day that Malcolm X would have celebrated turning 98 years old. Did you see a big parade downtown? Was that day a holiday anywhere? Was there at least a Malcolm X Day sale at
By AFRO Staff Marylanders and equestrian lovers from around the country converged on the Pimlico Race Course in Baltimore for Preakness 148 on May 19 and 20. Fancy hats, dresses and suits paraded around the race track as jockeys prepared for their races. Aside from the main event, Black eyed susan horse race, one of
By AFRO Staff EMILY’s List held their annual “We are EMILY” gala on May 16 at The Anthem in Washington, D.C., welcoming elected officials from across the nation including President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris. EMILY’s List is a political action organization dedicated to supporting Democratic female candidates in favor of abortion rights.
By Tawanda W. Johnson, Special to the Afro A new student chapter of the NAACP is being launched at Parkville High School, the first of its kind in Baltimore County. The students say they are eager to have their voices heard and make a difference in their communities– even at such a young age. “I
By Tashi McQueen, AFRO Political Writer, tmcqueen@afro.com On May 19, Gov. Wes Moore addressed Coppin State University (CSU) graduates, their families and Baltimore City as a whole as he delivered a stirring commencement speech. Moore discussed the importance of Baltimore’s prosperity and negated the rhetoric that Baltimore is “nefarious” and “undisciplined.” “Today, you have before
By Megan Sayles, AFRO Business Writer, msayles@afro.com Remote Area Medical (RAM), a healthcare nonprofit headquartered in Tennessee, is set to host a free, two-day clinic for dental, vision and general medical care in Baltimore on June 10 and 11. The pop-up clinics, which are provided in collaboration with Maryland-based DentMed, will take place at The