BY JASON SAAB NNB Reporter [Edited by Katie Callihan] MIDTOWN – The Manhattan Casino opened its doors in 1927 and was the centerpiece of Midtown St. Petersburg. It was founded by Elder Jordan, a Midtown community member and local entrepreneur. His ultimate goal for the casino was to create a space for the Midtown community… Continue reading Centerpiece of Midtown loses its limelight
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‘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
Light at the end of the Sunnel
BY LAURA MULROONEY NNB Reporter ST. PETERSBURG – It was not her passion but Sandra Gadsden played basketball regardless. For her achievements on the court, she was inducted into the South Carolina State Athletic Hall of Fame in 2014. So, why did she play basketball? “It wasn’t inspiration, it was a growth spurt,” Gadsden said.… Continue reading Light at the end of the Sunnel
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African American Heritage Trail: Mercy Hospital’s past is linked to Johnnie Ruth Clarke Health Center’s present
BY YURI ROSS, TATIANA CUBAS, AND DAVID STONER NNB Reporters MIDTOWN — Mercy Hospital was the only facility that provided medical care to St. Petersburg’s African-American residents. It operated between 1923 and 1961. This had its advantages as compassionate professionals dedicated the best possible care to their community. Johnnie Ruth Clarke Health Center maintains the historic… Continue reading African American Heritage Trail: Mercy Hospital’s past is linked to Johnnie Ruth Clarke Health Center’s present
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
Renovation, Rouson to breathe new life into Faynne Ponder Council House
BY MARLA KORENICH AND IVELLIAM CEBALLO NNB Reporters Pausing for a sandwich, the carpenter stowed himself away from the cold in his white truck behind the historical building. He muttered about failing to notice the stolen AC unit while working inside the meetinghouse last week. “Thieves, man,” he said. The carpenter from All Trades Historical LLC… Continue reading Renovation, Rouson to breathe new life into Faynne Ponder Council House
Admired African American women come back to life
BY IVELLIAM CEBALLO NNB Reporter MIDTOWN — Two lively women sang a freedom hymn as they walked into a small, open gallery with no seats left empty. Historically important African American women Mary McLeod Bethune and Zora Neale Hurston shared their stories of perseverance during the “Two takes on a Dream” speaker series at the… Continue reading Admired African American women come back to life
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NNB reporters Esteban Rodriguez and Marla Korenich contributed to this report.
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