City wants to tell the stories of its Black citizens
Alexandria in Virginia has launched an initiative to share the histories of the city's Black citizens, who have long been forgotten.
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Alexandria in Virginia has launched an initiative to share the histories of the city's Black citizens, who have long been forgotten.
By Char McCargo Bah Lauretta Dorsey Young was the voice heard 'round the world. She became a lyric soprano opera singer, performing for two former presidents,
Photo by John Bordner/Gazette Packet Jim Henson, seated center, holds his Living Legends portrait presented to him during a walk-by parade in his honor following his diagnosis of lung cancer in late September. With Henson are members of the Departmental Progressive Club and the Living Legends board of directors. Photo by Janet Barnett/Gazette Packet A sign presented to Jim Henson memorializing his trademark phrase “too blessed to be stressed.” Jim Henson was a man-about-town, known for his dapper dressing, infectious smile and engaging personality. But most notably he ...