18-Year-Old Brandon Moss Makes History as Youngest Mayoral Candidate in Fairfield, Alabama
Just two weeks after walking across the graduation stage in cap and gown, 18-year-old Brandon Moss stood before his community again, this time, with a vision and a campaign. The Fairfield, Alabama native announced his historic run for mayor on June 7th, becoming the youngest person ever to do so in the city’s history, ABC […]
Award-Winning Actress S. Epatha Merkerson Donates $1 Million to Alabama’s Oldest HBCU During 150th Commencement
This is how you pay it forward! Award-winning actress and television trailblazer S. Epatha Merkerson is celebrating legacy and lifting the next generation with a powerful act of generosity. During Talladega College’s 150th commencement ceremony on May 4th, the beloved Law & Order star announced a $1 million donation to the historically Black institution—Alabama’s oldest […]
Birmingham Teen Who Created Princess Tiana-Inspired Prom Dress Invited to Showcase at Disney
A real-life princess story! Birmingham teen Layla Hildreth, a recent graduate from Shades Valley High School, embarked on a unique journey to mark the end of her high school career, NBC Los Angeles reports. Like most seniors, her end-of-year festivities were filled with pride as family and friends gathered to celebrate her hard work and […]
Montgomery, AL’s First Black Mayor Named President of African American Mayors Association
His agenda prioritizes public safety, economic growth, and ensuring everyone has access to quality healthcare! The City of Montgomery announced that Steven L. Reed, Mayor of Montgomery, Alabama–the birthplace of the Civil Rights Movement–has become the president of the African American Mayors Association (AAMA). The AAMA, founded in 2014, empowers Black mayors by providing a […]