Telling Our Stories for 45 Years: Tommy Wyatt and The Villager Newspaper
by“Somebody gotta be first.” That attitude explains how Tommy Wyatt ran for Travis County Commissioner twice in the 60s, even though a black person…
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Meme Styles: The Difference is in the Data
byHave you ever felt like your community and cultural norms are misunderstood? There is an organization in Austin called MEASURE established to advocate on behalf of the feelings of the misunderstood and misrepresented in your community.
Making Moves: MVMT50 Reconvenes at SXSW
byWe all know the lyrics, “I’m every woman, it’s all in me!” That will never be truer than at Pitch Black: The Future is…
Taste of Black Austin Returns to Tantalize Your Tastebuds
byExperience the culinary talents of Austin’s best Black chefs at the second annual Taste of Black Austin, February 20 at the Peached Social House from 6:00p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Looking for a Black Doctor in Austin? Check Out This List.
byThe importance of regularly visiting a doctor varies within Black families.
David Hopper’s Love Relationship with Food on Display at Dia’s Market
byDavid Hopper has been in a love relationship with food for a long time. He was born and raised in Detroit and has fond memories of watching his mother shop carefully for food.
What’s Diversity Got To Do With It?
byOver the past five years, the landscape of the Austin tech startup scene has changed. Some would argue the change has been for the better. But if we look closely, we can still see many opportunities for growth.
What’s Cracking: A Review of Krack of Dawn Donuts & Cafe
byMeshed between two commercial franchises, Krack Of Dawn Donuts keeps a steady stream of hungry customers coming through the doors seeking their fresh, handmade donut fix or a plate of the soon to be world famous Shrimp/Fish and Grits.
What’s Next for Tech Diversity in Austin, Texas?
byWhen I first tell people I live in Silicon Hills, most people look at me with a very confused expression.
Van Jones’ Inspiring SXSW Talk
byJones’ central message to Austin was the idea that communities of color need to start focusing on economic power rather than political power.
Blackademics 2017 Recorded Live at KLRU
byEach speaker briefly presented their current academic work, creating an appetite in some audience members for more.
Herb Fulton: No Excuses, Just Results
byHerb Fulton, world championship amateur master boxer, owns Eight Count Boxing and Fitness in Georgetown.