Celebrating a Legacy: In Memory of Heath Creech
Dear Family, Friends, and Community It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of our beloved Heath Donell Creech—a son, brother, father,…
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150 Years of Black Excellence at HT and Ebenezer
In 1873, as the dust of Reconstruction settled over Texas, two institutions took root in Austin’s soil, forever changing the landscape of Black achievement…
Malcolm X’s Fire Burns Brighter in Today’s DEI Backlash
Malcolm’s X’s assassination came at a pivotal moment when America was grappling with its soul. Today, we find ourselves at a similar crossroads. The…
Austin Blues Festival Announces Late Shows at Antone’s
The Austin Blues Festival is set to electrify the music scene once again as it unveils the official lineup for its Late Shows at…
Atlanta Pastor Jamal Bryant and US Black Chamber of Commerce Rally Black Community Against Target
New Birth Missionary Baptist Church’s Senior Pastor Jamal Bryant has initiated a significant boycott against retail giant Target, focusing on the company’s recent pullback…
Keith Lee, Tabitha Brown, and Issa Rae to Speak at SXSW 2025
The South by Southwest® (SXSW®) Conference and Festivals is set to return for its 39th edition from March 7-15, 2025, in Austin, Texas, and…
A Night to Remember: Celebrating the AALI 2025 Cohort and their Phenomenal New CEO, Daphne McDole
Well, well, well, Austin! Last Friday night was one for the books as we gathered to welcome the 2025 cohort of the African American…
SXSW 2025 Film & TV Festival Unveils Exciting Lineup
The South by Southwest® (SXSW®) Conference and Festivals has announced its highly anticipated 2025 Film & TV Festival slate, showcasing a diverse array of…
A Love Letter to the Gizzard Store: Medyn’s Farewell and What It Means for Austin
If you know, you know. For nearly 20 years, the Gizzard Store—okay, fine, it’s technically the food kitchen inside of Manor Food Mart #1…
Anastasia Hera – Way Outside Album Review
By the time Anastasia Hera’s “Way Outside” concludes, you’re left with a profound sense of what it means to embrace artistry without boundaries. The…
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Celebrating a Legacy: In Memory of Heath Creech
Dear Family, Friends, and Community It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of our beloved Heath Donell Creech—a son, brother, father,…
A Night to Remember: Celebrating the AALI 2025 Cohort and their Phenomenal New CEO, Daphne McDole
Well, well, well, Austin! Last Friday night was one for the books as we gathered to welcome the 2025 cohort of the African American…
Downtown Austin Alliance Welcomes Davon Barbour as New President and CEO
The Downtown Austin Alliance, a nonprofit organization dedicated to enhancing the vibrancy and value of downtown Austin, has announced the appointment of Davon Barbour…
Equity Through Art – A Day of Transformation
In the Blanton Museum, I witnessed our group of community leaders transform into creative collaborators, our hands crafting wearable art from simple newspaper and…
Former Comets Player Fran Harris Aims to bring WNBA Team to Austin
In the landscape of American professional sports, the WNBA has steadily risen to prominence, capturing the hearts of fans from coast to coast. One…
The Inspiring Journey of Darian Washington: From Corporate Life to Oatmeal Entrepreneur
In an inspiring tale of resilience, creativity, and passion for food, Darian Washington has transformed her life and the culinary landscape with her business,…