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Miss Community Clovia

Aug 28, 2011 at 4:08 pm

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City of Richmond Residents, Post Hurricane Advisory [audio]

City of Richmond Residents, Post Hurricane Advisory [audio]

Hurricane Irene has caused a substantial amount of damage to structures, down trees and power outages throughout the City of Richmond. Residents without utilities or food and who are in need of shelter, get information here…

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Blogzworth

Feb 4, 2011 at 1:17 pm

Black History Lesson: John Lee Love (2.4.11)

Black History Lesson: John Lee Love (2.4.11)

John Love invented the pencil sharpener in 1897. His invention was a very simple and portable pencil sharpener. The same kind of pencil sharpener that many artists use or that can be found in an office or school room.

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Blogzworth

Feb 1, 2011 at 11:26 am

Black History Lesson: Alfred L. Cralle [2.1.11]

Black History Lesson: Alfred L. Cralle [2.1.11]

In 1897, African-American inventor Alfred Cralle patented the first ice cream scoop. Read More…

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mcurley

Jan 26, 2011 at 4:54 pm

Our History Makers

Tune-in every weekday until Friday, March 2nd and listen for the daily history maker keyword. Enter the keyword into the form below each day for your chance to win $1000 each week! The more times you enter, the more chances you have to win! Official Rules Read More

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WKJS

Jul 2, 2010 at 1:52 pm

Traveling back in time: Taking a Walk through History

Traveling back in time: Taking a Walk through History

Plans are being made to bring a slavery museum to Richmond, VA. Click to read more…

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Mitch Malone

Feb 26, 2010 at 7:15 am

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Celebrating The Legendary Smokey Robinson

Celebrating The Legendary Smokey Robinson

The legendary Smokey Robinson has been a pillar in the African American music scene since the inception of Motown. Follow us as we celebrate Smokey Robinson during this Black History month.

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Tom Joyner

Feb 24, 2010 at 9:38 am

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January 18, 1958: The NHL Is Integrated

January 18, 1958:  The NHL Is Integrated

On January 18, 1958 the first African American played for the NHL. Read the story of Willie O’Ree here.

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Michael Baisden

Feb 24, 2010 at 9:23 am

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Roslyn M. Brock Youngest Board Chairman Of The NAACP

Roslyn M. Brock Youngest Board Chairman Of The NAACP

The NAACP recently elected their youngest Board Chairman Roslyn M. Brock. Read her story here.

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Mitch Malone

Feb 24, 2010 at 9:10 am

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Althea Gibson: Tennis and Golf Pioneer

Althea Gibson:  Tennis and Golf Pioneer

Althea Gibson was the first african american to win in the US Open, paving the way for Venus and Serena. Follow us as we celebrate Althea during Black History Month.

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Mitch Malone

Feb 23, 2010 at 9:00 am

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Taraji P. Henson: From Howard U To Hollywood’s A-List

Taraji P. Henson: From Howard U To Hollywood’s A-List

Taraji P. Henson is one of today’s brightest African-American actresses stacking up a long list of movie credits and awards. Her story and accomplishments are highlighted here in honor of Black History Month.

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