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Two special events honor Black History Month and local celebrants, which is traditional at this time of year. ...more
February 21, 2009
They sat in rapt attention and listened to the powerful words. "... I do order and declare that all persons held as slaves within said designated States ... are, and henceforward shall be free; ..." ...more
January 2, 2009
The African American Heritage Society of East Pasco County Inc. is hosting the 2008 Kwanzaa Celebration. ...more
December 27, 2008
People waving political signs outside Progress Village Park on Election Day said race fueled their fervor to support Barack Obama. But now, with the election frenzy behind them and the country's first black president poised to assume command in January, they want to focus on unity and change for people of all races. ...more
November 12, 2008
People waving political signs outside Progress Village Park on Election Day said race fueled their fervor to support Barack Obama. But now, with the election frenzy behind them and the country's first black president poised to assume command in January, they want to focus on unity and change for people of all races. ...more
November 7, 2008
In September 1932, when I was 5 years old, my father was appointed pastor of the First Methodist Episcopal Church of Mooresville, Ind. The parsonage, where my parents and I lived, was one block west of the church. ...more
August 24, 2008
The Depot Museum has exhibits on everything from local baseball legends to the history of the brown-and-serve roll that was invented in Avon Park. But Larry Levey, president of the Historical Society of Avon Park, acknowledges that the museum has almost nothing to show on the city's black history. ...more
July 18, 2008
The Rev. James Givins is sentimental about the 99-year-old church he is leaving behind. ...more
June 21, 2008
The Rev. James Givins is sentimental about the 99-year-old church he is leaving behind. ...more
June 21, 2008
On this 100th anniversary of Mother's Day, the woman credited with creating one of the world's most celebrated holidays probably wouldn't be pleased with all the flowers, candy or gifts. ...more
May 11, 2008
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