‘A Lion of the Law’ Justice Thurgood Marshall honored by ASALH, ACLU

BY LAURA MULROONEY NNB Reporter ST PETERSBURG — Thurgood Marshall is well known for his civil rights activities; however, his jurisprudence style tends to be overlooked. The St. Petersburg chapter of the Association for the Study of African American Life and History (ASALH) held the Speakers for Justice Seminar last Sat., Jan. 23 honoring Justice Thurgood… Continue reading ‘A Lion of the Law’ Justice Thurgood Marshall honored by ASALH, ACLU

What society can learn from the military about diversity

Diversity in the Military Panel BY LAURA MULROONEY Neighborhood News Bureau ST. PETERSBURG –“After about two weeks you find strength through your diversity,” as former Navy Petty Officer Donald Holly anecdotally recalled his time spent drifting through the depths of the ocean in a submarine. “You learn to identify the things that don’t really matter… then you… Continue reading What society can learn from the military about diversity

African American Heritage Trail: The Historic Manhattan Casino

The Historic Manhattan Casino comes to life at night with Jazz performances from local Jazz artists following in the footsteps of former greats. Photo courtesy of Tim Arruda Listen to live jazz as you delve into a soulful menu of upscale southern comfort at Sylvia's St. Pete. Experience southern staples and a new twist on… Continue reading African American Heritage Trail: The Historic Manhattan Casino

Flag raised over City Hall commemorates 40 years of Black History Month

BY LAURA MULROONEY NNB Reporter ST. PETERSBURG – History was made February 1 at City Hall. Amid applause, whoops and laughter, Mayor Rick Kriseman raised a flag over City Hall commemorating 40 years of Black History Month. The flag featured the likeness of Dr. Carter G. Woodson, an educator, author and historian who is known as… Continue reading Flag raised over City Hall commemorates 40 years of Black History Month

Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service Project: ‘King’s Dream Unite’

BY LAURA MULROONEY NNB Reporter ST. PETERSBURG — As part of the nationwide Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service, a substantial crowd gathered as a mural by local artist Ya La’ford was unveiled on the north side of the historic Manhattan Casino in Midtown Monday. Titled “King’s Dream Unite,” La’ford and 25 students from… Continue reading Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service Project: ‘King’s Dream Unite’

‘Champions of Peace’ honored in MLK high school essay contest

BY LAURA MULROONEY NNB Reporter ST. PETERSBURG — The excitement builds as the parents, grandparents, guardians and supporters of this year’s finalists file in for the 35th Annual Martin Luther King, Jr. High School Essay Contest Finals held at the Enoch Davis Community Center Thursday, January 14. Tasina Taylor 1st Place Alexandra Givins 2nd Place… Continue reading ‘Champions of Peace’ honored in MLK high school essay contest