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The Heart of a Dunbar Poet

(EASTSIDE POET GARDEN – July 14, 2026) – When people think about Paul Laurence Dunbar High School, they think about championships. They think about politicians,…

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Dr. Linda Marie Weaver Appointed Maryland Military Department Assistant Secretary; Dunbar Alumna Joins Fellow Poets in Landmark 2026

Dunbar’s Legacy of Excellence Continues as Dr. Linda Marie Weaver Appointed Maryland Military Department Assistant Secretary for Administration (BALTIMORE – July 11, 2026) — Every now and then, someone reaches a milestone that reminds us what Baltimore’s public schools—and particularly Paul Laurence Dunbar High School—have produced for generations. Dr. Linda Marie Weaver’s recent appointment as Assistant Secretary for Administration for the Maryland Military Department is one of those moments. Effective May 6, 2026, Dr. Weaver was appointed to the senior leadership position, where she will help oversee administrative operations while supporting the Maryland Military Department’s mission alongside Major General Janeen…

Baltimore Built America: The Remarkable Story of the City of Firsts

How Black Baltimore Helped Shape a Nation (BALTIMORE – July 11, 2026) – Few American cities have contributed more to the nation’s development while receiving less recognition for doing so than Baltimore. Mention the city today, and many people immediately think of crime, vacant houses, political dysfunction, or television dramas like The Wire. Those images have become so deeply embedded in the national consciousness that they often obscure a far more important truth. Long before Baltimore became the subject of troubling headlines, it was helping build the United States. This city pioneered transportation, transformed higher education, revolutionized medicine, advanced communications,…

Foundations of Black Wall Street, Vol. 1: The Father of Harlem: Why Every Visitor to Harlem Should Know the Name Philip A. Payton Jr.

(HARLEM, NY – July 8, 2026) – Our history is significant. There are countless stories of melanated people in America that remain untold—from inventions and scientific breakthroughs to medicine, music, art, education, business, and real estate. Time and again, Black Americans have shattered glass ceilings erected by systems rooted in white supremacy, creating institutions and opportunities that transformed not only our communities but the nation itself. When it comes to real estate, however, there is one name that deserves far greater recognition. You cannot begin to tell the story of Harlem—what it has meant to Black America, what it has…

1 Baltimore Cookout Brings Baltimore Basketball Legends Together July 25 in Woodlawn

(WOODLAWN, MD – July 8, 2026) — Every summer, the 1 Baltimore Cookout brings together generations of Baltimoreans to celebrate community, reconnect with old friends, and preserve one of the city’s richest athletic traditions. This year’s gathering will take place Saturday, July 25, from noon to 7 p.m. at Woodlawn Recreation and Parks, 1928 Woodlawn Drive in Woodlawn, Maryland. Founded in 2003 by Jimmy Conyers, 1 Baltimore hosted its first cookout in 2008. Since then, the annual event has evolved into much more than a reunion. It has become a homecoming for former athletes, coaches, community leaders, families, and friends whose…

Save the Date: Black Wall Street Harlem Returns July 25

Harlem Inc. and BMORENews.com Present Black Wall Street Harlem Featuring the Joe Manns Black Wall Street Award (HARLEM, N.Y. – July 7, 2026) — Harlem Inc., in conjunction with BMORENews.com, proudly announces the return of Black Wall Street Harlem on Saturday, July 25, celebrating entrepreneurship, leadership, and community excellence in one of America’s most historic Black neighborhoods. The event will feature the prestigious Joe Manns Black Wall Street Award, recognizing individuals whose commitment to economic empowerment, business development, and community leadership reflects the enduring spirit of Black Wall Street. Special thanks to Vito Jones for his continued support and partnership…