Congrats to
@kashdoll
for winning Best Rapper in the city for Best In Black Detroit 2018 and for the community service she delivered to residents all over the city during the holidays. These awards aren’t for everybody, so we had to ice her out.
We have decided to endorse Gretchen Whitmer (D) for Governor of Michigan. As the only democratic candidate with legislative experience, she has dedicated herself to improving the lives of Michiganders and has the voting record to prove it.
We are saddened by the loss of a Detroit and international icon, the Queen of Soul, Aretha Franklin. She was more than just a gospel-rooted, soul singer: she was a freedom fighter and a proud representative of the great
@CityofDetroit
. Her legacy lives on through her music.
Best cheer/dance team: Cass Tech Sophisticated Ladies
Best HS athlete:
@JalenGraham17
Best HS: Cass Tech
Best teacher: Vicki Hooks Green
Best coach:
@thomaswilcher
Best principal: Lisa Phillips
Best marching band: Cass Tech
Join the Real Times Media family, our Facebook outlets & the MIchigan Chronicle YouTube page for LIVE Coverage of Georgia's Special Run-Off Election "TONIGHT" @ 7pm ()
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Lisa Phillips is the principal at Detroit Cass Tech and is a finalist for best principal. The Technicians are also in the running for best coach, best band, best athlete, best cheer team, and best school. Woooo!
#MCBIB18
Congratulations to everyone who took home an award at the 3rd annual Best in Black awards. It was created as a way to celebrate black-owned businesses in the Detroit area and highlight unique individuals in our community who continue to live up to the standard of excellence.
Congratulations to John James on winning Michigan's 10th Congressional District. Make sure to follow us for more updates and future news in the 2022 election!
#MI10
Solving the digital equity divide in Detroit is closer than we think. Read more on
@comcast
and how person-to-person connections and simple human interactions are changing the equity divide.
#Equity
#Detroit
#internet
Best ballroom instructor: Fast Freddie
Best club promoter: Justin Floyd
Best event DJ:
@djbj3525
Best live band: 313 Live Experience
Best rapper:
@kashdoll
Best singer:
@briellelesley
Detroit Quote Of The Day-
“Being from one of the worst areas in Detroit, I want young girls to know that they can succeed just as I have. I believe showing them—rather than just talking about it or telling them—has more of a lasting effect.”
@kashdoll
#Detroit
#Quote
Michelle Obama surprised a group of 18 young men from Wayne State University during a stop Motown Museum this afternoon alongside native Detroiter Keegan-Michael Key and her brother Craig Robinson. (sidenote:...
Detroit native, author, and
@HowardU
student Kyle McMurtry stopped by our office today to drop off a book to our journalist
@JustCallmeBHunt
. His book titled, “Henry’s Going to an HBCU” is available now in paperback or on Amazon.
Our intern, Jasmin Lee, is a senior at West Bloomfield High School and a writer for her school’s newspaper - The Spectrum. She was able to have our add featured on the back page! If you are interested in buying a copy, they are $2 at the high school.
.
@DetKingFootball
was also recognized for their accomplishments on the field, winning the Division 3 state title and senior
@DequanFinn5
being named Mr. Football.
Mr. Jackson of Jackson’s Five Star Catering representing the brand well. He was a Men of Excellence honoree and finalist for Best In Black Detroit. He’s been in business for over 25 years serving the metro Detroit area delicious food!
A week after the midterm elections, not all of the races have been called, but we’re starting to see how key issues in the K-12 space will play out amidst new leadership and policies. Read more
#Michigan
#education
#midtermelections
🎉
@iamjamiefoxx
on the road to recovery! 👏🌟 Comedian
@sherylunderwood
sat down with Digital Anchor Andre Ash to give her take on Foxx's health journey, sharing heartwarming insights into their friendship and reminiscing about their days as struggling comics.
Erma L. Henderson paved the way for generations to come as Detroit's first black female city council member. Her legacy lives on today and in honor of Women History Month we want to spotlight this incredible Detroiter!
#Detroit
#DetroitHistory
#womenshistorymonth
#blackexcellence
The
@DIADetroit
will host a special screening of The Rebellious Life of Mrs. Rosa Parks, followed by a discussion, Sat Feb. 4, 2023 at 7:30 p.m. For more info check out this link
#BlackHistoryMonth
#DIADetroit
Best choir director: Michael Fletcher
Best church: Triumph Church
Best community choir: Detroit Youth Choir
Best First Lady: Robyn Kinloch
Best pastor: Solomon Kinloch
Best gospel/church choir: Triumph Church
Best organist/pianist: Alex Goss
Share the good news!🎉 Happy 322nd Birthday, Detroit! 🎂🌟From the hustle and bustle of the Motor City to the spirit that runs through its veins, there's no place like home. ❤️🏙️
#Detroit
Congrats to
@DetKingFootball
for winning the Division 3 state title. They will be recognized tonight at the
#MCBIB18
awards for their accomplishments on and off the field.
#HitSquad
Dalley In The Alley, the Midtown Cass Corridor annual street fair returns after a 2-year hiatus. Read more to learn what time the event will happen on Sept 10, and what to expect.
#dalleyinthevalley
#Detroit
#Michigan
Join the Michigan Chronicle for "Live" coverage of Michigan's Election starting at 8 pm, Nov 8 featuring an amazing panel! Please share this and join the conversation!
#ElectionDay
#michiganelection
It is with heavy hearts that we share JoAnn Watson, a trailblazer, beloved pastor, prominent media personality, and former Detroit City Councilwoman has passed away at the age of 72, We will update with more info as this story develops.
Best barber: LP Master Barber
Best barbershop: Final Cut
Best hair salon: Whipped Beauty Bar
Best hair stylist: Barb Millz
Best make-up artist: Visual Appetites
Best nail tech: Queen of Nails
Best bar/club/lounge: Flood’s Bar and Grille
Best BBQ joint: Uptown BBQ & Soul Food
Best burger: Taylor Made Burgers
Best happy hour: DUO restaurant and lounge
Best restaurant: They Say
CMS Energy, the parent company of Jackson-based
@ConsumersEnergy
, has entered into an agreement for treasury services with African American-owned
@1stIndBank
.
The first ever reopening of an HBCU located in Detroit took place this past Spring and it's celebrating its inaugural class this semester. Read more to learn about Pensole Lewis College of Business and Design (
@pensolelewis
) Michigan's only HBCU.
#HBCU
#DEtroitHBCU
#Detroitnews
It is with great sadness we report the passing of Black Panther actor Chadwick Boseman, who passed away today of cancer. Our prayers are with his family, friends, and fans. 🙏🏾
#ChadwickBoseman
“Black people transforming Black communities for Black people.” - Hiram Jackson , Michigan Chronicle Publisher... Thursday, September 24th, 2020, join us and Co-Moderators Dennis Archer Jr. and Vickie Thomas as we host Pancakes & Politics Forum IV – Digital Edition.
Best wedding planner: Will U Party
Best videographer: My Touch Films
Best tattoo artist: Lady L
Best publicist:
@BeeBrownPR
Best photographer: AJ Photography
Best personal trainer: Bianca Hopes
Best cake baker/bakery: Jars of Perfection
Best caterer: Durden’s Catering
Best car wash/auto detailing: Splash Brothers
Best clothing store: You Matter by
@DemetriusHarmon
Best service business: Juicing with Jai
Best event decorator: Images of Heaven Events and Balloons
These black candidates made national history during the 2022 midterm elections on Nov 8. Check out this article for a update on these candidates and their stories .
#Election2022
#AfricanAmerican
#election
A new Charles H. Wright Museum exhibit explores the many twists and turns on the journey to full citizenship. Check out the latest issue of EngageD to find out more about the exhibit and other news about Wayne State’s community engagement efforts:
Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer signs a bill repealing a near-century-old law (1931) that made it a four-year felony to assist in an abortion. Make sure to follow us for more info that you need to know!
#Detroit
#michigan
#abortionrights
#MichiganChronicle
.
@DetKingFootball
senior
@JamelFortune1
talks about what it means for his team to be honored at the Best in Black awards for their hard work and accomplishments this season, winning the Division 3 state title.
#MCBIB18
Tues, Nov 8 marks the beginning of Michigan's General election and this year the election will have a major impact. Read more about the upcoming election
#GeneralElectionNow
#Michigan
Meet LaJuan Counts, the first Black woman demolition director in the US, leading Detroit's blight removal effort. With a $500m budget, she's tackling both residential and commercial structures to revitalize the city. Read more about her inspiring story
The verdicts are in for the
#ahmaudarbery
case! All defendants have been justly found guilty of felony murder. How do you feel hearing the verdict?
#blacklivesmatter