Black History Month

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Biden-Harris Administration Announces Resources for HBCUs that Have Recently Experienced Bomb Threats

August 4, 2022August 4, 2022 HRM Staff Biden-Harris Administration, Black History Month, bomb threats, HBCU, Homeland Security, Project School Emergency, Project SERV, White House Office of the vice president

By: White House: Office of the Vice President Vice President Harris To Make Announcement During White House EventMarch 16th, 2022 In

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Remarks by Vice President Harris at a Celebration to Mark Black History Month

March 1, 2022March 1, 2022 K. Alston Black History Month, vice president kamala harris

By: White House: Office of the Vice President  THE VICE PRESIDENT:  Thank you, Dr. Biden.  Thank you.  Please have a

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Celebrate Black History Month in Newport News

February 14, 2022February 14, 2022 K. Alston Black History Month, Newport News museums and attractions, the little mermaid

Many Newport News museums and attractions are hosting lectures, exhibits, and musical productions to commemorate Black History Month. From a Caribbean

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Hampton University Campus Representative for Victoria’s Secret Pink Team Featured in Black History Month Collection

February 9, 2022February 9, 2022 K. Alston Black History Month, Hampton University, Hampton University campus representative for victoria secret pink, HBCU

By: Matthew White HAMPTON, VA (Feb. 9, 2022) —  Two Hampton University campus representatives for Victoria’s Secret Pink Team, Ciara White-Sparks and

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CHAIRMAN ANDERSON’S STATEMENT ON DELEGATE A.C. CORDOZA’S REJECTION FROM THE VIRGINIA LEGISLATIVE BLACK CAUCUS

February 7, 2022February 7, 2022 K. Alston A.C. Cordoza, Black History Month, Chairman Anderson, Virginia Legislative Black Caucus, Virginians

Courtesy of RPV Press  This month, Virginians from all walks join together to celebrate Black History Month. During this time,

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Celebrate Doris Miller During Black History Month

February 4, 2022February 4, 2022 K. Alston Black History Month, Doris Miller, Newport News, Pearl Harbor

The events of Pearl Harbor live in infamy and remain one of the most pivotal moments in US history. During the

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Governor Youngkin Issues a Proclamation Recognizing and Honoring February as Black History Month

February 1, 2022February 1, 2022 K. Alston Barrier-breakers, Black History Month, February, Governor Doug WIlder, Governor Glenn Younkin, Lt.Governor Winsome Earle Sears, Maggie Walker, Virginia

RICHMOND, VA—Governor Glenn Youngkin today issued a proclamation recognizing and honoring February as Black History Month to recognize the accomplishments

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Newport News Celebrates Local Heroes for Black History Month

February 24, 2021February 24, 2021 K. Alston Black History Month, Local Heroes, Newport News Now

Newport News is celebrating local heroes for Black History Month. The “We Stand for Justice” wall exhibit, located in the

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Downing-Gross Commemorates Black History Month with Interactive Carter G. Woodson Festival

February 12, 2021February 12, 2021 K. Alston Black History Month, Virginia

Downing-Gross Cultural Arts Center is celebrating the history and legacy of the African-American community. On Saturday, February 20, stream the

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Governor Northam Announces Second Annual ‘Black History Month Historical Marker Contest’

February 12, 2021February 12, 2021 K. Alston Black History Month, Governor Ralph Northam

~ Submission period open from February 15 to March 15 ~ RICHMOND—Governor Ralph Northam today invited Virginia students, educators, and

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