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Several Philadelphia Natives Make City & State’s 2025 ‘Forty Under 40’ List
The 2025 list of Forty Under 40 honorees has been announced and each of them share the quality of resilience, writes Hilary Danailova for City…
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New Report Reveals Gentrification Trends in Philadelphia, Other Major U.S. Cities
Philadelphia is one of several major U.S. cities highlighted in a new report tracking gentrification across various neighborhoods throughout the nation, writes Racquel Williams for…
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Meet the Philly-Based Licensed Professional Dedicated to Reshaping the Conversation Surrounding Mental Health
Since 1949, May has been designated nationwide as Mental Health Awareness Month to help increase awareness of mental health and wellness, and celebrate recovery. The…
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Explore Philadelphia’s Thriving Literary Scene At These Various Bookstores
Philadelphia’s literary landscape is constantly changing and the city remains filled with numerous bookstores sure to satisfy your reading desires, writes Patrick Rapa for Philadelphia…
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Jackie Robinson Day Celebration Event to Take Place April 15 at Philadelphia Stars Negro League Memorial Park
Two local nonprofits — the Business Association of West Parkside and Parkside Association of Philadelphia — are joining forces to host a Jackie Robinson Day…
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Mount Airy Writer Co-Authors Memoir of Afro Sheen Founder, Pioneer Behind ‘The Sound of Philadelphia’
Mount Airy writer Hilary Beard grew up using Afro Sheen and watching Soul Train so when the opportunity arose to help their founder, George E.…
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West Philadelphia-Born Blk Ivy Thrift Showcases Fashion Far Beyond Fabric and Threads
For Dr. Kimberly McGlonn, fashion is something that can speak and protect people, and it’s that ideology that has guided her throughout her journey, writes…
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Breaking Free: How to Unpack Trauma and Reclaim Your Power
“Trauma creates one of four types of people: victims, rescuers, or perps – and if you’re really lucky and really strong and very willing and…
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Philadelphia-Based Inclusive Makeup Brand Unveils Plans After Receiving $250K Investment
Pound Cake, the Philadelphia-based inclusive makeup brand, was recently selected as one of six fast-growing businesses to win a $250,000 investment from The Enterprise Center,…
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Meet the Philly Food Justice Advocate Working to Address Health and Nutrition in Black Communities
As a lifelong educator, Jiana Murdic has always been about teaching others and in 2017, she founded Get Fresh Daily, writes Emily Kovach for PA…
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Rap Snacks CEO Set to Debut New Potato Chip Brand in Honor of Black Food Innovators
The CEO of Rap Snacks has launched a new potato chip brand that pays homage to Black food innovators, writes Delano Massey for AXIOS Philadelphia.…
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Temple Health Working to Address Maternal Morbidity, Mortality Crisis with New Hospital
Temple Health is working on turning the tide on the nation’s epidemic of maternal morbidity and mortality starting in North Philadelphia, with its new Temple…
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Meet the Philly Nonprofit Leader Empowering Black Women in their Personal and Professional Journeys
Upon founding local nonprofit, Sisterhood in Success, Rachel Caesar had a clear and concise vision. Her goal was to create a space where women felt…
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African American Museum in Philadelphia to Host Final Art Break in Connection With CCH Pounder-Koné Collection
The African American American Museum in Philadelphia is hosting “Art Break at AAMP: Reclaiming Aesthetics” on Friday, February 28. This special tour will mark the…
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What Black History Month Means at PWD
We have the pleasure of featuring four Philadelphia Water Department employees for Black History Month. We asked them to share their stories about working at…
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Philadelphia Brewery Featured in Forbes’ Top Black-Owned Beer Brands for Your Next Happy Hour
Owned by brothers Richard and Mengistu Koilor, Two Locals Brewery has made Forbes’ list of top Black-owned beer brands for your next happy hour, writes…
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McKissack & McKissack, Nation’s Oldest Black-Owned Construction Firm, Is All About Legacy and Excellence
McKissack & McKissack, the nation’s oldest Black-owned construction and design firm, has had a presence in Philadelphia since 1994, writes Noah Zucker for BisNow. Originally…
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The African American Museum in Philadelphia Announces Programming for Black History Month
The African American Museum in Philadelphia (AAMP) has announced its lineup of programming and events in honor of Black History Month, which this year is…
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