​​As an emerging interdisciplinary artist, Sulyiman Stokes, whose name was explained to him by his father as “one who brings out the light from within others”, is rapidly gaining recognition on the South Side and across the city. And it tells black stories along the way, through photography and music. By his own account, Stokes’ …

Black Arts and Culture Festival HUDSON, NY— Presented by Operation Unite NY, the Hudson Sankofa Black Arts and Cultural Festival examines the past, present and possibilities for the future, through the lens of people of color. The festival will take place at Henry Hudson Riverfront Park on August 14-15and will feature music, dancing and a …

FOR HUB CITY TIMES MARSHFIELD – Local photographer Don Patterson will lead a photographic walk as part of a much larger national event. Photo by Mike Warren The local event is scheduled for Saturday August 13 at Jurustic Park, 112021 Old Sugar Bush Lane, just north of Marshfield. Participants are asked to meet there at …

CIVITANOVA MARCHE, Italy (AP) — Black Italians marched through an affluent Adriatic beach town on Saturday to demand that authorities back down and acknowledge the role of race in the brutal broad daylight murder of a Nigerian immigrant . Several witnesses filmed the attack on July 29 but did not physically intervene. Widely circulated video …

The most beautiful of all George Psomas ’05 looks back on his appearance on the national Broadway tour of ‘My Fair Lady’. By: Grace Oddo ’22 Thursday, August 4, 2022 3:27 PM George Psomas ’05 ends the national Broadway tour of ‘My Fair Lady’. Photo courtesy of George Psomas. In August 2021, George Psomas ’05 …

public workshops will be held in the Palm Bay City Council Chambers The City of Palm Bay is seeking public comment on updates to the comprehensive plan. As part of Palm Bay’s Global Plan Update, the City will host two public workshops to discuss the purpose of the Global Plan, determine why the update process …

FAYETTEVILLE — The school board informally decided Thursday to narrow the list of middle school rezoning plans and adjust middle and elementary school attendance limits. The board also discussed student proximity to schools and ease of transportation for parents and priorities for the district’s bus system when redrawing school zones. The council began creating new …

Live Theater: Willy Wonka Jr., 2 p.m. The story of beloved Roald Dahl comes to life on stage. The Colombian Theater, 512 Lincoln Ave., Wamego. Paint and Sip: Sunset Ocean, 6:00 p.m. Also Paint and Sip: Just Bee at 3 p.m. on Sunday, Paint and Sip: Aurora Forest at 6 p.m. on Friday, and Paint …

The city council plans to redevelop Harper Avenue, a goal the 2018 council also wanted, but never came to fruition. (Port City Daily/Alexandria Sands Williams) CAROLINA BEACH – More parking may be on the way to a “secret passage” in Carolina Beach as part of a revived streetscape plan. The city council plans to redevelop …

Date: July 29, 2022Venue: Urban Research & Training Center and Department of Territorial CommunitiesTime: 10:00 p.m.-1:30 p.m. Background Govt. of Uttar Pradesh and the Center for Science and Environment (CSE) have a close relationship in providing better sanitation services including FSSM to the urban citizen of Uttar Pradesh. The journey of CSE’s partnership with government. …

After hearing residents complain for years that deer were gobbling up gardens and nearly causing accidents on the streets, the Fort Dodge City Council will decide tonight whether bow hunters should be allowed to thin out the herd. The council will hold a discussion workshop on a possible urban hunting season, which would …

St. Charles City Council will consider proposals for the old St. Charles Police Station along the Fox River on Monday. Aldermen will review the proposals at 5 p.m. in a special workshop meeting. In October, the aldermen voted unanimously to seek design proposals for the former commissariat. The development site potentially includes adjacent open spaces …

The Kentucky Innovation Station hosted a workshop yesterday, open to the public, discussing the process and procedures on how to start a home business in your kitchen. Presenter Lewis Ramsey of the Kentucky Food Safety Branch of the Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services provided all necessary information, answered questions from those in attendance, …

TEHRAN — Iranian films “Sympathy Syndrome” and “The Boat No. 5” are competing at the Supertoon International Animation and Comics Festival in Croatia. The 12th edition of the event which opened on Monday in the Adriatic town of Sibenik has selected the short films to be screened in its plankton competition. The four-day Planktoon Animation …

Washougal leaders say the town’s graffiti problem appears to be getting worse. Graffiti in Washougal has nearly tripled in the past three years, according to Michelle Wright, the city’s public works administrator. “The city doesn’t know exactly why the graffiti has increased,” Wright said. “This increase happened during COVID, so that could be one of …

The Ben Franklin Transit Board rejected two proposals that could have resulted in a reduction in the sales tax rate for bus service in the Tri-Cities area. Case Tri-City Herald Kennewick, WA The sales tax collection rate for Ben Franklin Transit will not be reduced, the transit commission voted late Thursday. All but two members …

The rich diversity, neighborhoods and people of Lowell are the focus of celebrations and exhibits at local arts spaces. Loading Dock Arts hosts Celebrating Diversity: Lowell Has It! The multicultural event from noon to 5 p.m. will take place on Saturday at Western Avenue Studios, 122 Western Ave. An art exhibition, live workshops, ethnic music, …

Concern about China simmered in Taiwan long before the Russian invasion. China far surpasses Taiwan militarily, with more than a million troops on the ground compared to Taiwan’s 88,000. A civilian holding a replica Carl Gustaf recoilless rifle during an urban warfare workshop in Linko District, New Taipei City. AFP New Taipei City: Dressed in …

What did it take for 24-year-old Aguascalente-born Latina Alejandra Vargas to open her first clothing store in downtown Santa Ana? The hope, the sacrifices, the local resources and the support of his family. Throughout the month, Vargas handed out flyers to invite the public to the very moment she’s been preparing for since making the …

Richmond City Council addressed law and order at its July 6 meeting, authorizing the purchase of a new police patrol vehicle and addressing consumer fireworks complaints in the city. The board approved the purchase of a 2022 Ford F-150 Police Patrol Van for an amount not to exceed $41,390, with necessary additional options, from Signature …

Penquis-Vallée-Lycée-et-College-Milo-111721 Photo by Observer/Valerie Royzman Photo by Observer/Valerie Royzman Contributed • July 5, 2022 PORTLAND — Four Maine students wrapped up the school year by also wrapping up a 10-week internship with Flavors Hook Kids Maine. The campaign worked to encourage communities and the Maine legislature to end the sale of flavored tobacco products. PORTLAND …

Deputy City Manager Joyce Vasut participated in Rosenberg City Council’s workshop session on Tuesday detailing the capital improvement plan for fiscal year 2023 through fiscal year 2027. No action was taken by council, but elected officials were given the opportunity to reflect on what to prioritize for the upcoming fiscal year. “We have several general …

The company is partnering with the city of Lakeland to expand broadband options to local homes and businesses, says unforeseen competition and tougher-than-expected city regulations have delayed its plans to deliver service to residences. That was the word today from City Commissioner Stephanie Madden, who said she spoke Thursday night with Kevin Coyne, president of …

V is for vaccine. Elmo received a COVID-19 vaccine on Tuesday, according to Sesame Workshop, the educational nonprofit behind “Sesame Street.” In a public service announcement posted on YouTube, the beloved 3.5-year-old ‘Sesame Street’ star spoke with her dad about what it was like to get shot. “There was a little pinch, but it was …

Photo: Sophie Sahara Another NYC Pride weekend has come and gone, and Kendall Jenner 818 Tequila created special moments to celebrate and uplift the LGBTQ+ community. Highlights from the weekend included: A 818 Mini Moke stocked with limited edition Pride March – marking 818’s first Pride Parade! A special NYC Waterway ferry packed in 818 …

Discussions regarding economic development point to a small set of selling points when it comes to attracting residents and businesses. In addition to educational opportunities, available infrastructure, housing stock, and health care, many emphasize the importance of recreation available in a community. That’s why we hope a public workshop held last week between …

Residents of San Marcos are invited to a community workshop to share their vision for downtown. The City of San Marcos will host the Downtown Community Workshop on Wednesday, which marks the beginning of the creation of a downtown plan. The meeting is scheduled to take place at the Price Center, 222 W. San Antonio …

WADA Global Conference 2025 and Busan Maritime MICE Workshop 2022 Seoul, South Korea, June 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — With COVID-19 infection rates falling, a wind of positivity is blowing through the global MICE industry. It has once again become a hive of activity, with previously canceled events being put back on the calendar and expected …

15 years old President George W. Bush warned Congress that he would use his veto power to stop runaway government spending. The Logansport Town Building received a major facelift at a cost of $110,000. Mike Anderson, Pres. and CEO, spoke at the grand opening of Andersons ethanol plant in Clymers. Cesar Izturis scored a two-run …