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South Carolina’s Dawn Staley says money is driving transfer portal recruiting talks more than ever
2+ hour, 54+ min ago (505+ words) Dawn Staley says her conversations with recruits have changed over the past few years, with finances becoming a top point of discussion, especially with players in the transfer portal. The South Carolina coach said on March 29 that in the past,…...
‘Power’ exhibit showcases work by Baltimore-based artist and former MICA professor, Paula Phillips
20+ hour, 28+ min ago (523+ words) An April 3 opening reception at SBM Gallery will soon celebrate the solo exhibition of Baltimore-based artist Paula Phillips. The exhibit, titled "Power," will offer a look at Phillip's decades-long career, consisting of pieces created between 1998 and 2025." The breadth of Phillips…...
Kireem Swinton named permanent president and CEO of Visit Baltimore
22+ hour, 28+ min ago (240+ words) Visit Baltimore is proud to announce that Kireem Swinton has been appointed by the Baltimore Convention and Tourism Board to serve as the organization's permanent president and chief executive officer." Swinton, who has served in the interim role since July…...
Edmondson Village Shopping Center celebrates redevelopment milestones
1+ day, 14+ hour ago (550+ words) The Edmondson Village Shopping Center is moving toward revitalization. Developers, elected officials and community members gathered at the plaza on March 30 to celebrate new construction, infrastructure improvements and leasing activity." For years, the Edmonson Village Shopping Center has faced neglect…...
Reginald F. Lewis museum hosts children’s book festival
3+ day, 8+ hour ago (136+ words) The Reginald F. Lewis Museum's Children's Book Festival returns April 11, offering children and families a day filled with literary exploration. Attendees will have the chance to peruse children's literature about-African American children, as well as meet some of the authors during…...
Ruby red slippers, a mean old lion, and Black folk adorned in emerald green can only mean one thing – ‘The Wiz’ is coming back to DC
3+ day, 22+ hour ago (641+ words) By D. Kevin McNeirSpecial to The AFRO It was Jan. 5, 1975, when the curtain first rose on an all-Black cast of actors at the Majestic Theatre on Broadway for the debut of "The Wiz" " a creative twist of the classic story about…...
Must-read historical fiction novels about Black women
4+ day, 1+ hour ago (447+ words) Black women have always been at the center of the story'even when history tried to write us out." Thankfully, a brilliant group of contemporary African-American authors is giving our foremothers the spotlight, the mic and the flowers they deserve. From…...
109-year-old veteran and Orioles fan throws ceremonial first pitch in season opener
5+ day, 3+ hour ago (405+ words) Trevor Rogers throws 7 shutout innings to carry Orioles past Twins 2-1 The Baltimore resident and longtime baseball aficionado was surprised with the news of this honor and his designation as the 2026 Mo Gaba Fan of the Year, during his birthday celebration…...
Two years later: Maryland rebuilds after Key Bridge collapse
6+ day, 19+ hour ago (389+ words) It's been two years since the Dali container ship slammed into the Francis Scott Key Bridge, sending a massive section of the structure'and eight overnight construction workers'into the Patapsco River. The March 26, 2024, disaster claimed the lives of six workers: Miguel…...
Orioles to open 2026 season against Minnesota Twins at Camden Yards
1+ week, 7+ hour ago (214+ words) The Baltimore Orioles will open their 2026 season on March 26 at 3:05 p.m EST at Oriole Park at Camden Yards, hosting the Minnesota Twins in a matchup that signals a fresh start after their 75-87 season last year. The game features a pitching…...