Salute to Black History Month and more

Black History Month fact of the day
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - It’s day nine of Black History Month. Here’s your Black history fact of the day. Feb. 9, 1971 the commissioner of baseball announced the first member of the Negro wing of the baseball hall of fame. Leroy “Satchel” Paige was the first person to be inducted in this wing.
Is Black History Month history? Not yet, according to President Trump proclamation
President Donald Trump signed the Black History Month proclamation for February 2025, but not all government agencies will observe.
Plainfield celebrates Black History Month with inspiring film screenings
Both screenings will take place at the Anne Louise Davis Room in the Plainfield Public Library, located at 8100 Park Ave.
Black History Month Facts You Probably Didn't Learn in School
As conservatives try to change how history is taught in our schools, here are some Black history facts you should know.
Roy S. Johnson: Hey, white people, it’s not too late to celebrate Black History Month with us
Feb. 27 — In 1869, John Willis Menard rose from his seat in the chamber of the U.S. Congress to defend his status as the first African American elected to the institution, thus becoming the first Black to address Congress. Alas, he was denied the seat and returned to Florida where he became a school superintendent.
How advocates are stepping up for Black History month as federal agencies scale back
Despite threats to end Black History Month programs and others at some federal agencies, groups vow to recognize it outside the workplace.
Black History Month at the California Science Center
It’s Black History Month! Gayle Anderson reports from the California Science Center about the development of the new Samuel Oschin Air and Space Center, the new home of the Space Shuttle Endeavour. In 1987,
Where to celebrate Black History Month in Boston
The Boston area has a range of events celebrating Black history in the arts, activism, labor movement and sports. Here are the biggest events to check out. Month-long happenings Muqeedah Publishing has artwork celebrating Black History Month on display at Boston City Hall (second floor) between now and Feb.
Black History Month Authors' Symposium shows importance of books in kids' lives
Black authors featured in the symposium said their personal experiences shaped the books they wrote. Adrian Goodwin, an NYPD detective with 20 years of experience in the department, wrote, “Twins in the City: Let’s Learn About Police Officers,
Inside South Florida Kicks Off Black History Month with Trivia Showdown
Inside South Florida Kicks Off Black History Month with Trivia Showdown
Celebrate Black History Month with classes from Ace Champion
February is Black History Month, and Ace Champion is working hard to make sure more kids can follow in his footsteps to pursue a culinary career. In this segment, Ace Champion discusses
Black History Month events in Columbus include films, music, dance, theater, discussion
From the triumphs of Jesse Owens to the early days of hip-hop, there's a lot to learn and celebrate in February.
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Black History Month 2025: Eddie Glaude Jr. on James Baldwin, a library Douglass Day transcribe-a-thon and more
The University community is hosting a range of events. Educational programs and resources are also available year-round.
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History of Black American art focus of Saginaw County museum exhibition
KOCHVILLE TOWNSHIP, MI — Art aficionados still have time to view a nationally touring exhibition featuring 68 works connected ...
Black History Spotlight: How Myrtle Beach was once a hot spot for music legend Little Richard
Little Richard performed at Charlie’s Place during his early days. The venue served as a safe space for Black musicians and artists in the Booker T. Washington neighborhood.
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History-making Black female firefighter retires after 30 years at ACFD
A history-making Black female leader retired Friday after a 30-year career at the Arlington County Fire Department. Tiffanye ...
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Ann Arbor Black history film draws sold-out crowd at Michigan Theater
"Ann Arbor is known nationwide, but nobody knows that Ann Arbor had a Black community ... so I did this for you guys," the ...
Former Journey Church building will be showcase for local district's Black History event
Norman Public Schools and the Norman Philharmonic will host a Black History Month event set for Feb. 4 in building that once ...
Black history: Nine Palm Beach County sites, venues with significance to Black community
The Spady Cultural Heritage Museum, 170 NW Fifth Ave., Delray Beach. The only museum in Palm Beach County dedicated to Black ...