Originally chartered as a “Normal School and Collegiate Institute” on July 19, 1867. Saint Augustine’s University has seen quite a few changes. With the expansion of the school, to include St. Agnes Hospital and Training School for Nurses, Saint Aug has always been a leader in academic excellence. When other hospitals refused to serve black […]

Founded in 1865, Shaw University has a rich history steeped in tradition, activism, and service. The “Mother of all Historically Black Universities in the South”, Shaw University is the first college created for African Americans in the southern United States. Along with its southern inception the university enjoys several other “firsts:” they were the first […]

Black women aren’t stuck in the roles of yesteryear. Over time, they’ve graced screens – both big and small – playing versatile, relatable, and touching roles that help inspire #BlackGirlMagic all over the world.

Radio One is celebrating black history by saluting Future History Makers, people giving back to our community today to shape our tomorrow.   Mr. Ledwidge is a local business owner that is making a difference in the lives of families in his community. Owning three McDonalds restaurants, Mr. Ledwidge has founded the McFreedom Readers program, […]

Radio One is celebrating black history by saluting Future History Makers, people giving back to our community today to shape our tomorrow.   Today we salute…Ms. Tamiela Barlow, a super teacher in her own right. With innovative class projects that make it to the news, to coming out of pocket to reward her students for […]

Radio One is celebrating black history by saluting Future History Makers, people giving back to our community today to shape our tomorrow.   Today we salute…Sydnie Singleton, at the age of 13, after witnessing the harsh effects of bullying she started her own company Thinkie Winks, to spread positivity worldwide and inspire children. With her […]

It was the mecca for African American business activity. Imagine a thriving four-block business district bursting with restaurants, grocery stores, banks, and more –

It was the mecca for African American business activity. Imagine a thriving four-block business district bursting with restaurants, grocery stores, banks, and more –

It was the mecca for African American business activity. Imagine a thriving four-block business district bursting with restaurants, grocery stores, banks, and more –

Founded in 1865, Shaw University has a rich history steeped in tradition, activism, and service. The “Mother of all Historically Black Universities in the South”, Shaw University is the first college created for African Americans in the southern United States. https://youtu.be/Meyf-10XHWg Along with its southern inception the university enjoys several other “firsts:” they were the […]

Founded in 1865, Shaw University has a rich history steeped in tradition, activism, and service. The “Mother of all Historically Black Universities in the South”, Shaw University is the first college created for African Americans in the southern United States. https://youtu.be/Meyf-10XHWg Along with its southern inception the university enjoys several other “firsts:” they were the […]