Culture

The Gatekeeper’s Staff: TJ Young & The Orishas

Unveiling the Mystical World: Exploring the TJ Young & The Orishas Series (Revised) Dive into a refreshing take on young adult fantasy, where West African Orisha mythology seamlessly blends with...

Black Author Kellie Brooks Turned Publishing Coach Sets Out to Create 1,500 New Authors in 36 Months  

NATIONWIDE — Renowned author turned book publishing coach Kellie Brooks has embarked on a mission to empower 1,500 new and aspiring authors to bring...

Downtown Ice Invasion Presented by the Springfield BID in Partnership With the Springfield Thunderbirds

Downtown Springfield is gearing up for a frosty spectacle as the much-anticipated Downtown Springfield Ice Invasion descends upon our city, promising a whirlwind of winter wonder...

UPAC Delivers “A Motown Christmas” to Zeiders American Dream Theater

A Night to Remember: UPAC's Grand Finale of 'A Motown Christmas' Leaves a Lasting Impression By Synnika Alek-Chizoba Lofton  While standing on the main stage at...

Beyond Agreement: Hurst’s Controversial Article Sparks Confusion and Community Discord”

Heartfelt Reflections on Springfield's Political Landscape" By Tameka Bennett, Springfield Resident As a longtime resident of Springfield, Massachusetts, I've always approached politics with a measure of...

REMEMBERING RICHARD ROUNTREE: A Trailblazing Icon Beyond “Shaft”

The world mourns the loss of Richard Roundtree, the legendary actor renowned for his groundbreaking portrayal of the suave private detective in the iconic...

Multifaceted Artist OG Breaks Boundaries and Celebrates Cultural Fusion in Latest Single

Nigerian-American Artist, Based in Atlanta, Blends Hip-Hop and Cultural Influences for a Unique Sound. Atlanta, GA (West Georgia Pulse) – At 26, Ogechi is transcending...

KSam Unveils Inspiring New Single “God’s Beauty in You” with Worldwide Release

The world of music is about to witness a soul-stirring revelation as acclaimed Hip-Hop Gospel artist KSam prepares to drop his highly anticipated single, “God’s Beauty in You,” on Friday, October 13, 2023. This release has already garnered immense acclaim and enthusiasm from radio personalities and stations across the nation.

Mo’Nique Wants CBS to Fairly Compensate Her and Actress Countess Vaughn For “The Parkers”

Nationwide — Mo’Nique, known for her role in The Parkers, is urging CBS to provide fair compensation for herself and her co-star Countess Vaughn, as they...

Introducing the First Animated Series For Black Children That Addresses Mental Health

Nationwide — An exciting new animated series called Super CJ: The Animated Series has been launched on YouTube to bring much-needed awareness to the critical mental health...

6 books that explain the history and meaning of Juneteenth

After decades of being celebrated at mostly the local level, Juneteenth – the long-standing holiday that commemorates the arrival of news of emancipation and freedom to...