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Originally published May 22, 2013Beauty. You know it when you see it and everyone wants some. Beauty in our homes. Beauty on the landscape. Beauty on ourselves. Americans spend billions every year to get their share. Beauty is easy to spot, but it’s a difficult to put it into words. What’s your definition of real beauty?more
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May 22, 2013 -
Morgan State University’s graduating class was feted by U.S. Education Secretary Arne Duncan, who heralded the school’s successes in 2013, then congratulated several stellar graduates for their own accomplishments.more
May 22, 2013 -
Soon there may be a new law requiring contractors to hire more Baltimore residents for jobs involving city contracts. The proposed local hiring bill, approved unanimously by the city council on second reading May 13, would require firms with $300,000 in city contracts or $5 million in city subsidies to prove that 51 percent of their new hires are Baltimore City residents.more
May 22, 2013 -
One of the signs of the times is that seniors who thought they would be retiring at a certain age are continuing in established careers or even starting second careers because of changes in the economy. Maybe they aren’t ready for a rocking chair, but many are interested in slowing down, just not so much. Jobs are not nearly as available in past decades; employer-employee loyalty is a dying concept, and some pension funds have been decimated.more
May 22, 2013 -
Coppin State University is ailing but its dire state can be reversed, according to a recent report to the University System of Maryland Board of Regents.more
May 17, 2013 -
A sold out crowd of more than 150 people gathered for the presentation of The Anthony McCarthy Civil Rights Awards, May 10, at La Fontaine Bleu banquet hall in Glen Burnie. more
May 17, 2013 -
It’s been a rough year for the image of Baltimore law enforcement and 2013 is not even half over. more
May 17, 2013 -
Fifteen Black men working to impact their Baltimore communities will be honored May 18 at Coppin State University with grants totaling $200,000 from BMe, an organization working to create a nationwide network of Black men creating change.more
May 15, 2013 -
People who love the music of the church in all genres will enjoy the annual spring concert of the Community Concert Choir of Baltimore, to be held 5 p.m., May 26 at Sharp Street Memorial United Methodist Church. Comprised of more than 100 singers, the choir’s presentation will feature a full repertoire of classical anthems, Negro spirituals, traditional hymns and classic gospel songs.more
May 15, 2013 -
When it comes to quality products at reasonable prices, Apples & Oranges Fresh Market, so far, is hitting the mark. Located in the East North Avenue neighborhood’s nutritious food desert of quick sandwich spots and corner stores, Apples & Oranges is trying to create an oasis for grocery shoppers and a welcomed source of healthy food options.more
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