Author: Ray Robinson

 

By Ray Robinson 

Photos by Louie Moore

Long live the legend, the sound, the lure and the legacy of Hip-Hop. It’s been 50 long, hard-fought years, defending, creating and being credited (or not credited) for igniting one of the biggest revenue-generating styles of music to date. 

Hip-Hop Hooray…Hooooo…Heeeeey…Hooooo ! 

And just imagine. It all started from scratch.

As legend, lore and street stories will tell you, there was a cat named Kool Herc who made a name for himself as a masterful minister of the mix in the Bronx during the early to mid-70’s. Setting up his sound systems in project courtyards and on neighborhood basketball courts, Kool Herc, born Clive Campbell, realized that he could control the crowd with his wizardry on the turntables. And the mic. Continue reading “HONOR TO HIP-HOP 50 YEARS LATER…THE LEGACY LIVES ON”

 

“Asian Lantern Festival has become one of Cleveland’s most popular summer events thanks to the tremendous support from our community and event partners,” said Kelly Manderfield, Cleveland Metroparks Chief Marketing Officer. “Set up for this year’s event is already underway and over the next month, artisans will be hand crafting the more than 1,000 lanterns that will transform the Zoo, including our most innovative and interactive displays yet.” Continue reading “THE ASIAN LANTERN FESTIVAL RETURNS TO THE METROPARKS ZOO JULY 7TH”

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By Chia Lenae Dogton

 

Men… it’s ready, set, go and time for your yearly checkups at the 2023  Minority Men’s Health Fair sponsored by MetroHealth.

Join men across the county as they converge for one of the biggest health gatherings in the city aimed at assisting men with a variety of health issues. On this day, men will have the opportunity to take advantage of 30 different medical screenings and tests at absolutely no cost.

There are a myriad of screenings that an individual can receive during the 3 hour event. There will be screenings for: Continue reading “MINORITY MEN’S HEALTH FAIR TO TAKE PLACE APRIL 27th AT METROHEALTH”

• Are you struggling with any of these:
• *Depression
• *Drug or Alcohol Addiction *Anxiety 
• *Anger Management 
• *Parenting with Substance Abuse Addiction *Harmful Behaviors or Thoughts 
• *High Stress Levels 
• *Maintaining a Stable Lifestyle 
• *Mental Health 
• *Homelessness 

Continue reading “Braylon Health & Wellness Centers Can Help YOU !”

^{By The Madd Hatter}

Two of Ohio’s most legendary funk and R & B groups come together for one terrific night of entertainment on April 8^th at the MGM Northfield. Concertgoers will be beamed back 40 plus years to the late 70’s and 80’s as funk royalty ,Zapp and Midnight Star, take full control of mind, body and soul.

Both groups hail from Ohio, the nation’s Funk Capitol, and returning home couldn’t get any better. The buzz on the streets Is that errbody in town will be dressed to impress and headed to the show.

Continue reading “ZAPP AND MIDNIGHT STAR BANG IT OUT AT THE MGM NORTHFIELD ON APRIL 8TH”

Time to get in the mood for some great baseball as the Cleveland Guardians ready for opening day.

The Guardians open the 2023 season with a 7-game road trip, opening with a 4-game set at Seattle (March 30-April 2) before traveling south to take on the Oakland Athletics in a 3-game series. Cleveland has an off day before their Home Opener on Friday, April 7 against Seattle. The Guardians first homestand consists of the weekend series against Seattle (3 games) followed by a 3-game dual with the New York Yankees.

Continue reading “Home Opener Set For Friday, April 7 Against Seattle  .”

By Tammy Kennedy

May 2020 out of the clear blue sky I received a message from a lady I never met, little did I know this message would change the trajectory of my life! #IDIDMYPART was a campaign started in Houston, TX by the BeyGood Foundation. A generous donation of $6,000,000 toM25:M in Ohio began what is now known as the Greater CleveLand Distribution Collective(GCDC).

I founded GCDC in 2021 and began operating as a charitable organization. By 2022, I began operating as a membership based organization that provided seniors with much needed resources such as hygiene and sanitation supplies.

Continue reading “Tammy Talks !”

My name is Karen Murray-Banks. I’m the President and Founder of For Spectrum Sake and Others. Our 501c3 organization strives to support and advocate for caregivers who are responsible for a disabled loved one. Our group was formed by parents, families and friends who wanted to help with disparities related to the disabled population. We partnership with churches, apartments, libraries, schools and daycares. We attend community events and host interactive programs. It is our pleasure to share valuable information which may enhance the life of a family.

Continue reading “Karen’s Connection to the Community”