The Blues have always been more than just melodies to me-it’s a connection to my roots, to memories of warm Saturday mornings in Corpus Christi with my grandparents. I can still vividly recall waking up to the sound of my grandmother filling the house with Gospel music, while outside, my “Pawpaw” would be in his element, beer in one hand, cigar in his mouth, and the soulful tunes of Blues playing from his car. He used to say, “Gospel is for the holy rollers and saints. Blues is for the sinners.” Perhaps, those moments were the building blocks of my rebellious soul. This April, the stage is set ..read more

https://gofobo.com/faLdM39214 Click on the link to get your passes:  In Theaters May 3 Ryan Gosling stars as Colt Seavers, a battle-scarred stuntman who, after a near-career-ending accident, is drafted back into service when the star of a mega-budget studio movie—being directed by his ex, Jody Moreno (Emily Blunt)—goes missing. Now, this working-class hero has to solve a conspiracy and try to win back the love of his life while still doing his day job. What could possibly go right? Inspired by the hit 1980s TV series, The Fall Guy is directed by the blockbuster filmmaker of  ..read more

A federal complaint has been filed against North Central University in Minneapolis, Minnesota, alleging its George Floyd Memorial Scholarship violates the Civil Rights Act by discriminating against non-Black students. The Legal Insurrection Foundation, a conservative nonprofit focused on free expression and academic freedom, submitted the complaint on Monday to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights. At the center of the dispute are the scholarship’s racial eligibility requirements. To qualify, applicants must “be a student who is Black or African-American, that is, a person ..read more

A palpable sense of love and reverence fills the air in a grand ballroom adorned with the regal hues of purple and gold at the Archer Hotel. It’s a celebration that transcends mere festivities; it’s a commemoration of a life cut short but whose impact continues to resonate profoundly. The Bakari Foundation presents the 6th Annual Legacy Event, the Royal Birthday Bash, in honor of Bakari Henderson’s 29th birthday. From the moment guests step foot into the venue, they are enveloped in the warmth of Bakari’s legacy. The night promises not just entertainment, but an opportunity to contribute to a ..read more

The City of Austin is now accepting applications for the 2024 Spring/Summer cycle of Nexus grant funding. The Nexus grant is a $5000 funding opportunity for new and emerging local small organizations, individual artists, and small arts businesses to produce creative public projects. The grant is part of the city’s commitment to fostering collaboration between local government, businesses, and community organizations to create positive change. Applications will be accepted from April 16 at 10:00 am to May 14 at 7:00 pm. This grant supports the city’s goal of “leading with a lens of racial equit ..read more

The 2024 Austin Fashion Week is set to take over Domain Austin April 18-20, and this year’s event will feature the second Black Designers Showcase in partnership with the Austin Area Urban League. Participating in the showcase are 12 designers from Austin and beyond eager to share their talents with the showgoers. As a special twist for the shows, AFW announced two guest show stutters, Terry P. Mitchell and Tameca Jones. Terry, self-proclaimed serial entrepreneur, is the co-owner of Austin Woman Magazine, part of the Black Leaders Collective, co-chair of The Black Fund, and much more. A portio ..read more

Orenthal James “O.J.” Simpson died on Wednesday, April 10, after battling prostate cancer, according to his family. He was 76 years old. Winning the Heisman Trophy in 1968, Simpson was a star running back for University of Southern California. He was #1 in the nation each season for rushing yards. In 1969, he was the number one overall pick in the NFL/AFL draft, being selected by the Buffalo Bills. Some of his accolades from the NFL include Most Valuable Player, most rushing yards in a career, most touchdowns in a season, and much more. After football, Simpson pursued a new talent, acting. Sta ..read more

When I first heard “solo travel” it was an unfamiliar term. I always thought of travel as something you do with family or friends but never alone. The thought of traveling alone seemed terrifying to me, and a lot of negative thinking began to discourage me from even trying it. I decided to learn more about solo travel and find out if this was something I could be brave enough to do. On the journey to conquer my fear of solo travel, there were three things that I started doing that not only helped me conquer my fear but also had a vital role in boosting my confidence for solo travel!  &nbs ..read more

Wednesday, April 3, the 2023 World Series Champion Texas Rangers visited the campus of Huston-Tillotson University (HT) Athletic Department during its first-ever HBCU Trophy Tour. The university was one of three Historically Black Colleges and Universities in Texas that the team will be visiting, bringing Rangers and Major League Baseball representatives and, of course, the championship trophy.  The event took over the Agard-Lovinggood Building, allowing HT faculty, staff, and students the opportunity to meet and learn from Texas Rangers Senior Director of Community Impact, Ray Casas, and ..read more

I’m a Black writer who has confidently traveled the world. From Italy, Ireland, and France to Ghana, Belize, and Barbados — I’ve never been one to shy away from a voyage. That is, until small-town Texas comes up. Because… history. Even in 2024, small-town Texas traveling-while-Black can lead to feelings of anxiety over how the locals will treat you, or disappointment when history tours don’t include the many significant contributions made by Black Americans, which is why I was pleasantly surprised when I got the best kind of Black History lesson on a recent trip to Fredericksburg, Texas.  ..read more