Opinion: Black history and Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was a complex man and an incredible leader, and it is important and instructive to reflect on his ...
Letter: Coming together to celebrate decency, diversity and standing up for one another
Reflecting on Martin Luther King Jr. Day in Chaska this year I would like to express my gratitude to the Chaska Human Rights Commission and the SouthWest Metro Chamber for hosting the first Martin ...
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Orange County Leaders React to Threat of Funding Freeze, Impact of Executive Orders from Trump Administration
Orange County's elected leaders and UNC's chancellor shared their reactions to the threat of halted federal funding by ...
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State and local leaders push to make MLK Day a stand-alone holiday
Mississippi is one of two states that recognizes Martin Luther King Junior Day as a dual holiday, shared with Robert E. Lee.
Federal agencies cut ‘special observances’: Holocaust Remembrance Day, MLK Jr. Day, Pride and Women’s History months
Under the directive of President Donald Trump’s executive order, federal agencies are now axing some federal observances, ...
When is spring break? Some Florida kids will be waiting awhile. See the list
Florida school children are back in the classroom and Christmas break is nothing but a memory.
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Preaching Truth to Power: Activism From the Pulpit
The bold move has sparked controversy among many conservatives, while empowering others and igniting conversation in the faith community about the role of activism from the pulpit.  “There are gay, ...
Norfolk Naval Shipyard employees ‘concerned’ about end of DEI programs
The Norfolk Naval Shipyard, the nation’s oldest shipyard, has apparently wiped out diversity, equity and inclusion programs. The change follows an executive order ...
Air Force will not celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Juneteenth
The Air Force will not use official resources to mark Martin Luther King Jr. Day or Juneteenth, in addition to other cultural ...
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth cancels celebrations at DOD. What is Black History Month?
New defense secretary Pete Hegseth has canceled all cultural awareness months in the Department of Defense, including Black ...
Federal agencies bar Black History Month and other 'special observances'
A number of federal agencies have banned celebrations related to MLK Jr. Day, Women's History Month and other such ...
Market stable to close January; tariffs signal wild ride for February
Tender rejection rates have held above 7% throughout January and the spread between spot and contract continues to narrow.