BUSINESS Black + Pride = Success : Indigo Blue w/ Tamesha Monk By Tamesha Monk Published January 2, 2024 Soul Crew Intern Tamesha Monk engages in an insightful conversation with Mary Ann, a distinguished Black business owner, delving into the vibrant narrative of her caffeinated venture, Indigo Blue. Tamesha captures the heart of Mary Ann’s restaurant, offering a compelling glimpse into the unique and captivating world of local shop. The post Black + Pride = Success : Indigo Blue w/ Tamesha Monk appeared first on Arkansas Soul | Black and minority news in Arkansas ..read more

EDUCATION University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff Homecoming 2023 Photos provided by Tamesha Monk By Tamesha Monk Published January 2, 2024 As a senior at the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff, I want to end my last year with a bang! So what does that look like, you might ask. It means joining as many great organizations on campus as I can and attending a lot of the campus events and activities. It’s been a little hard balancing work, school, family, and social life, but when homecoming came around I made a promise to myself to attend as many events as possible, and just as you ..read more

Search for: News Black Latino Indigenous Asian Marshallese Reimagine Arkansas UAPB’s First Annual Broadcast Education Association Day Tamesha Monk November 30, 2023 Underrepresented Students Gain Early Access to Ag and STEM through Innovative Program Pamela Acosta February 9, 2023 New Screening Series Looks to Unite Communities through Films Illuminating the Black Experience Pamela Acosta January 24, 2023 Arkansas Native on a Mission to Bring Diversity to the Toy Industry Pamela Acosta December 21, 2022 Controversy Erupts Over Governor Sanders’ Ban of ‘Latinx’ in Arkansa ..read more

ARTS & CULTURE UAPB Student Strives to Make Creativity Her Career Photos provided by Gia Turner By Reagan Adams Published November 30, 2023 After a good night’s rest, graduating senior Gia Turner wakes up to ponder over her outfit of the day. Working remotely while in school could never stop her from dressing to impress, even if it’s just to impress herself. “I wouldn’t be a creative person if I didn’t express myself through my fashion because I believe if you look good, you feel good.” Turner’s creative background helps her assimilate with students and faculty of the Multi ..read more

Organizations around Arkansas are celebrating Black History Month with a variety of virtual and in-person events. This year’s offerings include art exhibitions, film screenings, lectures and a fashion show. Below is a roundup of some of the events taking place throughout the state in February. If you’d like your event added to the list, please email the details to explore@argotsoul.com. All Month Various times — University of Arkansas The Division of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at the University of Arkansas – Fayetteville provides a list of events (taking place on campus and in the c ..read more

BUSINESS | NEWS Arkansas native on a mission to bring diversity to the toy industry Photo provided by: Shaneisha Dodson By Pamela Acosta Published December 21, 2022 Growing up in Lonoke, Arkansas, Shaneisha Dodson never had dolls that had her features or the color of her skin. Now, as an artist and animator, Dodson is on a mission to change that for her niece and other children of color.  “Every child needs to see themselves represented,” says Dodson. “If we look at the world now, we just look at the world one way, looking at one race dominating everything. What kind of me ..read more

NEWS The Arkansas Department of Human Services Adds Materials in Spanish & Marshallese By Pamela Acosta Published October 17, 2022 As part of its ongoing campaign to encourage Medicaid clients to ensure their contact information is up-to-date, the Arkansas Department of Human Services recently translated all of its materials in its Update Arkansas toolkit into Spanish and Marshallese. The Update Arkansas website offers clients, partners, friends, and family information, resources, and services. The site also includes detailed information for clients on updating their informatio ..read more

Culture Día de los Muertos: Events Photo / artwork: Nongnuch Leelaphasuk By Pamela Acosta Published October 6, 2022Updated November 2, 2022 Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) is a holiday that originated in Mexico as a way to celebrate loved ones who have died. Traditions associated with the holiday include visiting gravesites and creating home altars called ofrendas that are filled with the deceased’s favorite foods. Organizations throughout Arkansas are inviting the public to participate in a variety of celebrations taking place over the next couple of weeks. A few of the e ..read more

CULTURE Hispanic Heritage Month 2022 Pamela Acosta Last updated September 16, 2022 ARKANSAS CELEBRATES HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH Hispanic Heritage Month begins this month, and Arkansas is not lacking in events, activities, and celebrations. From health fairs to food festivals, there’s plenty to do all across the state to celebrate the histories, cultures, and traditions of the Latino community.  Hispanic Heritage Month is observed from September 15 to October 15. It was first celebrated in 1968 under President Lyndon Johnson’s administration and was expanded by President Ronald R ..read more

ARTS & CULTURE Micheaux Film Labs Partners with Arkansas Cinema Society in Little Rock Micheaux Film Labs participants get hands-on training during SoulCon at CACHE Studios. By Shannon McGill Published September 13, 2022 Are you a filmmaker of color looking to sharpen your skills and build your network? Northwest Arkansas-based Micheaux Award and Film Labs will team up with Arkansas Cinema Society to host public events and hands-on production training for creators of color in central Arkansas on September 15th and 17th. Filmmakers and film lovers from across the state are en ..read more