Nationwide — Broderick “Hollywood” Jackson, the Founder and CEO of Hollywood Drag Racing Production (HDRP), a Black-owned Atlanta, Georgia-based company, is seeking to revolutionize the world of motorcycle drag racing entertainment. He says that he aims to become a leader in the industry by implementing a unique distribution formula that promotes sustainability for both participants Read More…
1. Storytime Suspension When my little brother was in junior high, he wrote an incredible short story about the end of the world. In the end, a huge device explodes and ends most of the life on earth. The school tried suspending him. His teacher read the story and claimed he was at risk of Read More…
Araya Baker During a session back in 2016, Trevor, a student at the high school where I worked, quietly told me he felt suicidal. Assuming that he simply wished to escape painful feelings, I validated the normalcy of his emotional response to school and family stressors. But, with his head in his hands, he started Read More…
Judge Rules Texas School’s Hair Length Policies Do Not Violate CROWN Act Darryl George, 18, has been disciplined for much of the school year after refusing to cut his hair to comply with the school dress code. By Char Adams ANAHUAC, Texas — A judge on Thursday ruled that a Texas high school was not Read More…
The History of Fessenden Elementary School Spans 156 Years And Was Celebrated With A Legacy Day Event. Rev. Leroy Chandler, curator of the Pathways to Freedom Black History Exhibit, at right, talks with guests at the Feb. 17, 2024 Legacy Day event at Fessenden Elementary School. [Photo by Andy Fillmore] by Andy Fillmore Fessenden Elementary Read More…
When former State Attorney Brad King was appointed to a judgeship in September, the longtime prosecutor already was a reserve officer with the Ocala Police Department, a part-time position King said he enjoyed and one he intended to retain. Ultimately, medical concerns led King to resign his position with OPD months later, but not before Read More…
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