Black History Month

A look into Indy’s Black history

Last week, I had the amazing opportunity to drive around the city of Indianapolis with the Toyota Steeped in History…
Everything We Know About HBCU Student Javaon Ousley…

Javaon Ousley was only 19.
The Legacy Of Oscar Robertson Began At Crispus…

Oscar Robertson, the “Big O,” was an unstoppable offensive player over the course of his career and it all began…
Jeff Harrison: From Bricklayer To First African-American To…

A son of a bricklayer, Jeff Harrison worked as a hod carrier, who mixed mud, carried blocks down to the basement, and carried…
How Carolene Mays-Medley’s Influence Continues To Make Indy…

A journalist provides a voice for those who do not have one and for years that what Carolene Mays did…
Dr. Melvin B. Girton Sr.’s Advocacy For Civil…

Dr. Melvin B. Girton, Sr. has been a champion for civil rights and an outspoken advocate for social justice. As spiritual…
How Isaac & Cynthia Wilson Made Kountry Kitchen…

Isaac and Cynthia Wilson, owners of the Kountry Kitchen Soul Food Place, have been serving some of the best soul…
Tanya Bell and Her Journey To Indiana Black…

When you talk Indiana Black Expo, you can’t help but mention the name, Tanya Bell. Since leaving her board seat…
Tony Mason’s Visionary Leadership Continues To Enhance Indy

When it comes to visionary leadership and passion for his community, you can’t help but think about Anthony “Tony” Mason.…
Miss Community’s Rich History: Students Strike At Black…

Barbara Johns, a sixteen year old student, staged a strike at Robert Russa Moton High School because of its deplorable…
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