Chad Helton has been appointed as the new CEO and President of the Enoch Pratt Free Library system, with plans to continue the library’s work and expand its capacity to deliver programming and resources to the communities of Baltimore.
Author Archives: Alexis Taylor
AFRO Staff Writer
Posted inCommentary
The duty of self-care
Alexis Taylor, AFRO Managing Editor, reflects on her mother’s work ethic and how she prioritized self-care, inspiring her to do the same.
Posted in!Front Page Baltimore News
Information needed in brutal Baltimore County carjacking
By Alexis Taylor AFRO Managing Editor A Baltimore county woman is recovering in the hospital after being struck by a car on the scene of her daughter’s carjacking on Aug. 21. Valerie G. Smith took to social media on Aug. 22, asking for help from the public in arresting those responsible for her carjacking and […]
Posted in!Front Page National News
Oprah Winfrey, Gov. Wes Moore speak at 2024 Democratic National Convention
By Alexis Taylor AFRO Managing Editor Media mogul Oprah Winfrey and Maryland Gov. Wes Moore delivered electrifying speeches on day three of the 2024 Democratic National Convention. A host of noted leaders and elected officials spoke straight to voters via live stream on the DNC’s official Youtube channel. Both implored voters to take part in […]
Posted inBUSINESS
The power of Black entrepreneurship
John Arthur Butts, a hard-working man from Norfolk, VA, started his own landscaping business, Nature’s Green, after being let go from his job at Lone Star Cement Corporation, and passed down his skills to his family, who are now successful entrepreneurs.
Posted inWashington D.C. News
D.C. area under drought watch as heat rises
The D.C. area is now under a drought watch, prompting residents to take measures to reduce water usage and conserve water, as the Potomac River is the main source of water for the region and hot, dry conditions are expected to persist.
Posted inAfro Events
Black business leaders and entrepreneurs gather for AFRO News’ fourth Black business Matters Expo
The AFRO American Newspapers hosted the fourth Black Business Matters Expo, featuring master classes, a “Sip and Say” on the terrace level, and a panel discussion with business leaders discussing the importance of diversity in the MBE space.
Posted inBaltimore News
Hundreds attend AFRO High Tea in honor of Divine Nine organizations
AFRO American Newspapers honored the work of the Divine Nine Black Greek letter organizations at its 2024 High Tea, with elected officials, members, and supporters of the organization in attendance to celebrate the impact of BGLOs on the Baltimore area.
Posted inBUSINESS
Building healthy financial habits: It’s never too early to learn
Alexis Taylor, AFRO Managing Editor, shares her lessons learned about money over the years, including the importance of knowing your worth and sharing stories of financial failure to help others avoid the same mistakes.
Posted in!Front Page, !Front Page Baltimore News, Transportation
President Joe Biden visits Baltimore to assess Key Bridge collapse and recovery efforts
By Alexis Taylor AFRO Managing Editor President Joe Biden visited Baltimore on April 5, reiterating a federal commitment to help Maryland fully recover from the March 26 collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge, reopen the Port of Baltimore to full capacity and support those affected by the accident. Biden’s visit included an operational briefing […]
Posted in!Front Page Arts and Entertainment, Black History, NEWS
Black Press still ‘pleading their own cause,’ 197 years later
The National Newspaper Publishers Association (NNPA) hosted an event to celebrate Black Press Week and the 197th anniversary of the first Black newspaper, while stressing the importance of reaching Black communities with important election information.
Posted inBaltimore News
Viola Ford Fletcher, 109, continues to tell her story as oldest living survivor of Tulsa Race Massacre
By Alexis Taylor, AFRO Managing Editor Viola Ford Fletcher was a mere seven years old when she was forced to reckon with hatred and racism in America. The date was May 31. The place was the Greenwood section of Tulsa, Okla., and at the time it was known as the “Black Wall Street.” African-American entrepreneurs […]