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Religion

Muslims and Catholics gathered nationwide: A pact of unity renewed

Mandi Patterson - May 30, 2024

Qur’an, chapter 5: verse 69; “Surely those who believe and those who are Jews and the Sabians and the Christians whoever believes in Allah...

Education

Black educators share why they still matter

CAMIKE JONES - January 9, 2025

Dr. Darrius Stanley, author of the book “#Black Educators Matter”, says that Black educators have historically provided much more than academic instruction in the...

Opinion

Healing the mother wound: The power of facing generational trauma

CAMIKE JONES - May 8, 2024

By STACHE’ SMITH Mother's Day is right around the corner, and while many are planning brunches, buying flowers and writing heartfelt cards, some feel a...

Arts & Culture

“Medgar & Myrlie: Medgar Evers and the Love Story That Awakened America” by Joy-Ann Reid

TERRI SCHLICHENMEYER - April 25, 2024

By TERRI SCHLICHENMEYER Romeo and Juliet. Abelard and Heloise. Beyonce and Jay Z. For centuries, we've studied the great romances, cried over them, and dreamed...

Health

Philanthropist launches new book on 200 pound weight loss journey

SPECIAL TO THE RECORDER - April 20, 2024

Collin Mays details his motivation to explore a healthier lifestyle and his mission to help other Black men SPECIAL TO THE RECORDER DETROIT – Collin Mays,...

Opinion

I finally read ‘The Color Purple’

CAMIKE JONES - January 4, 2024

In preparation for the release of the movie musical “The Color Purple,” I decided to read Alice Walker’s award-winning book. I had seen the...

Religion

A daily dose of grace: Cultivating thankfulness with Rev. Sheila P. Spencer’s ‘Gratitude Journal’

NORAL PARHAM - December 14, 2023

Rev. Sheila P. Spencer is a woman of many talents. She is an author, poet, teacher, traveler and preacher. A strong advocate of gratitude...

Local News

Indianapolis filmmaker releases book inspiring youth in media

CHLOE McGOWAN - September 14, 2023

Indianapolis-based filmmaker and educator Al Smith released his third book “Lights! Camera! College!” The book explores career paths in the media industry in an effort...

Arts & Culture