Listen to this articleBy Sarah Parr At the tender age of fifteen Robert Harris found himself shining shoes hoping to make a little extra cash. Little did he know that this humble endeavor would lead him to a lifelong career in the fascinating world of hats at Cleveland’s iconic hat shop, Mike the Hatter. Scouted […]
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Cleveland Black Women and Girls Commission Takes First Steps
Listen to this articleThe official launch of the Cleveland Black Women and Girls Commission took place early this month as a response to a 2020 Bloomberg City Lab study that showed Cleveland as the worst city for Black women and girls. After two years of planning and council approvals, Mayor Justin Bibb inaugurated ten commission […]
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Journeying Across Faiths and Beyond: Exploring Submission
Listen to this articleEmbark on a journey through diverse spiritual traditions and secular philosophies. This is delving into submission, sacrifice, and service, illuminating their interconnectedness across various aspects of life. Submission takes on diverse forms across cultures and traditions, reflecting the richness of human experience and the multifaceted nature of spirituality. From the Zen concept […]
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Could the A.A.G.C. help improve Cleveland neighborhoods?
Listen to this articleBy Sarai Murdock Cleveland is known for its iconic landmarks, including the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, The Cleveland Museum of Art, and The Cleveland Orchestra at Severance Hall. However, one hidden gem that often goes overlooked is the African American Cultural Garden (AACG). The AACG is a garden and monument […]
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Is College Worth the Cost?
Listen to this articleBy: Sarai Murdock Over the last decades, the average cost of college tuition has increased. Many students are not only in debt but go into college without financial knowledge on how to build wealth. Receiving a college education can take careers to the next level and provide an environment for students to […]
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Safeguarding Your Skin: Skin Cancer and Prevention Tips
Listen to this articleBy Izzy Aparicio One in five Americans will develop skin cancer by the age of 70, according to the Skin Cancer Foundation, making it one of the most common types of cancer. Exposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the sun often damages the DNA in skin cells, leading to the development of […]
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Africa’s Influence on Christianity is profound, often overlooked
Listen to this articleGuest Writer The influence of Africa on Christianity is profound and often overlooked. To understand this, we need to delve into the early history. Christianity was born in the eastern Mediterranean region, in what is today Israel and Palestine. From there, it spread rapidly across the Roman Empire, reaching Africa early on. […]
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Entrepreneurship may be obtainable with help from Legal Aid
Listen to this articleMany people dream of owning a business but are unable to get it off the ground because of several barriers. The Legal Aid Society of Cleveland may be able to help with its Legal Center for Entrepreneurs with Low-Income. The Center was started in 2019 in the hopes of creating an avenue […]
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Progress on Key Development: Euclid/Buckeye Nieghborhood
Listen to this articleby Staff Writer In a recent Euclid/ Buckey Planning Committee design review meeting, stakeholders convened to discuss the substantial progress of two significant development projects that are set to reshape the landscape of Cleveland. The Woodhill Initiative and the Interdisciplinary Science and Research Building at Case Western Reserve University took center stage […]
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Millennials Talk God
Listen to this articleBy Vince Robinson The African American Archives Auxiliary and African American Initiatives at the Western Reserve Historical Society partnered with the Smithsonian’s National Museum of African American History and Culture to present MLK, Movements, Millennials & More: A Celebration and Exploration of History As We Plan For The Future, a series of […]
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Top 10 Reasons Clevelanders Celebrate Black History Month
Listen to this articleStaff Writer Black History Month has its roots in the early 20th century when historian Carter G. Woodson and the Association for the Study of Negro Life and History designated the second week of February as “Negro History Week” in 1926. They chose this week to coincide with the birthdays of Abraham […]
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Abolishing Ohio’s Death Penalty Gains Steam
A new effort to abolish the death penalty in Ohio is gaining strength in the Ohio General Assembly with a reasonable chance of passing in the upcoming 2024 legislative session.
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Ohio Retirement Credit: A Hidden Gem for Retirees
Listen to this articleBy Ray’Chel Uncover the Ohio Retirement Credit, a lesser-known yet valuable tax benefit for retirees in Ohio. This credit offers a welcome financial relief, making retirement in the Buckeye State more financially comfortable. The Tax-Saving Secret of Ohio Retirement Credit Ohio’s Retirement Credit is a unique tax advantage for retirees in the […]
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Is the A.A.C.G. what the black community needs in Cleveland ?
Listen to this article By Sarai Murdock Cleveland is known for its iconic landmarks, including the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, The Cleveland Museum of Art, and The Cleveland Orchestra at Severance Hall. However, one hidden gem that often goes overlooked is the African American Cultural Garden (AACG). The AACG is a garden and […]
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Changes to New Marijuana Law Being Debated in Ohio Legislature
Listen to this articleby Gregory Moore The full impact of Issue #2, passed last year by Ohio voters legalizing adult use of marijuana, has yet to be fully implemented. Ohio lawmakers continue to grapple with a series of modifications to the voter-approved statute. The Initiative to Regulate Marijuana Like Alcohol, commonly known as Issue #2, […]
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Common Sayings from the Bible
Listen to this articleby Larry Fraizier If you have ever wondered where some of the sayings and expressions that have found their way into our language came from, then this article will investigate a few of them. It is no surprise that people of all ages have used colorful words to help convey the meaning […]
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Don’t Sleep on Retiring in Cleveland
Did you know Ohio is ranked the fourth-best state to retire in? Retirement may be far — or near — on your financial journey. Choosing where to retire sets the stage for your future freedom and happiness,
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Future-Proofing: A Beginner’s Guide to IRAs
Did you know there’s a way to grow your money for your future, retired self? Get ready to embark on a journey into the world of Individual Retirement Accounts (IRAs). We’ve created a 2-part series
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Preaching and Faith Are Connected
Listen to this article By Larry Frazier Preaching is one of the major things that church attendees talk about—some people make their choice of church membership contingent on the preaching. Resultantly, the preaching task for a pastor is not to be taken lightly. We are reminded of the importance of preaching in Romans 10:14-15, “And […]
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God Uses Small Things
An excellent example of something small and powerful is the tongue. Somebody once said that all parts of the human body get tired eventually except the tongue.
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God Patiently Teaches with History
Listen to this articleby Larry Frazier The act of waiting is not something we do very well. Scientists have said that impatience speeds up the aging process in our bodies. God, however, patiently does infinitely more for us than we can do for ourselves, and He teaches us with our history. People in past generations […]
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Is Social Media Bad For Teens?
Social media has permanently changed the way we communicate. What was once deemed a hobby can now be a career trajectory. But all that logging in and scrolling comes with consequences, especially for young people who have a hard time shutting it off.
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The Impact of Gratitude and Positive Thinking
As we’re coming into the new year, it’s natural to take a moment to think about how things have been going. You know, that feeling of looking back and maybe wishing you’d done a few things differently or finally tackled those goals you’ve been putting off?
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Is Cleveland City Council Breaking the Ohio Sunshine Laws?
Listen to this articleBy Ron Calhoun Ohio’s “Sunshine Laws” give guidelines for public access to government records and meetings (The Ohio Open Meetings Act ). In short, “the Ohio Open Meetings Act requires public bodies in Ohio to take official action and conduct all deliberations upon official business ONLY in open meetings where the public may […]
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Let There Be Peace on Earth
By Pastor Larry Frazier In 1955, Jill and Sy Miller wrote a song entitled “Let There Be Peace on Earth.” Those words are the prayers of many people in the world today. From the beginning of time, however, peace has been on God’s mind for His creation. Besides the fact that rumors of war have […]
