ATLANTA—THE STATE OF GEORGIA’S recent approval of a specialized license plate has civil rights leaders throughout the state up in arms. The state has agreed to sell an updated Sons of Confederate Veteran’s license plate displaying a larger Confederate […]
Alvin Ailey is known internationally for ushering Black performers into concert dance and forever changing America’s perception of dance. […]
Within OperaCréole, Givonna Joseph has organized area professional artists, educators, and international soloists with roots in New Orleans, “America’s First City of Opera” […]
Imprint Counseling Services LLC, located at 204 E. Charles Street, in Hammond, celebrated their Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting with the Hammond Chamber of Commerce . Imprint provides counseling and mental health services to the greater Hammond community. Jolyn Patton Schexnydre is the owner.
Louisiana Connections Academy will host free parent information sessions to answer parent and student requests for information about their virtual school program at the beginning of March. Wednesday, March 5 at Forest Community Park an […]
The AIDS Healthcare Foundation will kick off its “AIDS is a Civil Rights issue” tour, headlined by Al Sharpton, on Friday, February 28th at Greater King David Baptist Church. Al Sharpton believes AIDS is a […]
After almost three hours in executive session the Southern University Board of Supervisors voted to “no” on the extension […]
Have lunch on us at Le Bon Temp Restaurant on Perkins Road. Baton Rouge Native Chef Blake Abadie’s restaurant […]
Milliken’s Bend: A Civil War Battle in History and Memory, by Linda Barnickel, won the A. M. Pate Jr. Award in Civil War History this month. […]
Here are four great read to help strengthen, encourage, and inspire and help parents or guardians with their New Year’s resolutions to be a better parent. These authors break down parental issues and challenges using spiritual, educational, and scientific guidelines to […]
Judge, 19th Judicial District Court Age: Over 40 Hometown: Baton Rouge Moves made in 2013/Accomplishments:Elected “Chief Judge” by colleagues,Graduating 2013 Louisiana Judicial Leadership Class, and recieving numerous awards and recognitions for judicial outreach activities. What to expect […]
Shreveport City Court Judge Sheva M. Sims recently received the Crystal Gavel Award from the Louisiana State Bar Association in recognition for her volunteerism.
This is not a play. This is not a lecture. This is not an interactive workshop, a theatre piece or a public conversation. Sojourn Theatre’s “How to End Poverty in 60 Minutes” is all of […]
THE Louisiana Fourth Circuit Court of Appeal unanimously ruled that an estimated7,000 teachers and school employees were wrongfully terminated post Hurricane Katrina. Teachers filed suit against the Orleans Parish School Board and the Louisiana Department […]
The signature program for LSU’s MLK Celebration is the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and Black History Month Commemorative Celebration, which has been rescheduled for 3 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 21, in the LSU Student […]
AMITE—Black leaders are highly critical of Tangipahoa Parish School Board in the direction in which the long running law suit against the board and the large amount of tax payer money is being wasted. Community […]
Louisiana is home for many talented, intellectual, cultured, and politically savvy people. The staff and publisher of The Drum Newspaper have identified the people to watch in the new year. We introduce them to you here […]
John G. Daniel , 56 Executive director Boys Hope Girls Hope Baton Rouge and President/founder JGDProductions and Daniel Karate Group Hometown: Philadelphia, PA 2013 Accomplishments: Executive Director, Boys Hope Girls Hope, JohnG.Daniel Productions–Opening A Black History Time Capsule with Tony […]
President, NAACP Baton Rouge Branch Hometown: Zwolle 2013 Accomplishments: Became president of the Baton Rouge Branch of the NAACP, took the fight for equality and inclusion for all and especially Blacks to the streets. We marched and file a […]
Jurors found Michael Dunn guilty of attempted murder and one other charge , but declared a mistrial […]
Terrance Osborne, 37, of New Orleans unveiled his second official Zulu Poster. Osborne is known for his official NBA Hornets poster and New Orleans Nike Air Force 1 poster.
Age: 25 State policy fellow and policy analyst at the Louisiana Budget Project Hometown: New Orleans 2013Accomplishments: Coordinated the Louisiana Coalition for Responsible Lending, which is a group of citizens, faith-based organizations, non-profi ts and banks that are dedicated to […]
Dr. Rani Whitfield,44 Board Certified Family Practice Physician, FAAFP, CAQ in Sports Medicine Hometown: Baton Rouge, LA 2013 Accomplishments: Received YMCA Legions Award; discussed the Affordable Care Act on several MSNBC TV, including The Ed Show, Al Sharpton’s […]
Nearly 50 percent of Black men and 40 percent of white men are arrested at least once on non-traffic-related crimes by the time they turn 23, according to a new study published in the January 2104 issue of the journal “Crime & Delinquency”. […]
Southern University Board of Supervisors has confirmed a date for the special board meeting at Southern to discuss Chancellor James Llorens’ contract. […]
Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff Daniel Edwards is asking for your assistance in locating three runaway teens […]
Age:42 Occupation: Lead Pastor at Elevate Church Hometown: Baton Rouge 2013 Accomplishments: Received MLK Leadership Award What to expect in 2014: Strategizing for the opening of a homeless shelter and resource center Personal resolution for 2014: To be a better vessel to be […]
Terrance Osborne, 37, of New Orleans, recently unveiled his second official Zulu Poster. […]
Age:28 Occupation:Owner and chief higher education consultant for E_Source Learning Solutions, LLC Hometown: Amite, LA 2013 Accomplishments: Delivering higher education presentations at national conferences across the country. What to expect in 2014: Broader impact of E_Source Learning Solutions on […]
On January 9, with the passing of the prolific poet, playwright, essayist, and critic Amiri Baraka, one of the literary giants of the 20th century was called home. […]
HUNDREDS OF BLACK AND MINORITY- owned businesses each year receive such grant funding from various government agencies and non-profit organizations. Such funds do not have to be repaid, but must be used to either start a new business […]
Louisiana is home for many talented, intellectual, cultured, and politically savvy people. The staff and publisher of The Drum Newspaper have identified […]
Southern University’s Royal Cotillion Ballroom was packed with students, public […]
Danielle Alysse Martin is already an author ,entrepreneur and musician who can now add playwright to the impressive list of titles she has amassed. Martin’s first literary work was The Soles of My Shoes was released […]
ESPN, the world leader in sports and sports and sports entertainment, needed a band […]
ExxonMobil Ordered to must pay $2.329 million in a settlement. ExxonMobil must pay $2.329 million in a settlement, announced by the state’s Dept. of Environ-mental Quality last August and finalized early this month, to address violations from 2008 into 2013 […]
VALDOSTA, GA.—STATE regulators concluded that a Valdosta, Georgia funeral home broke no laws […]
The Life & Times Of…The Hot 8 Brass Band is up for a Grammy in the best regional root music […]
The East Baton Rouge Parish School Board has approved changes to the school calendar that will make up the four days lost because of the weather earlier this year. Students will loose a day of […]
Dunkin Donuts will open their newest location at 8121 Florida Blvd, in North Baton Rouge, Feb. 12, with a grand opening celebration. The restaurant will be open 7 days a week from 5a.m. to 10p.m. […]
In times of severe weather Mayor President Melvin “Kip” Holden is encouraging East Baton Rouge Parish citizens to visit Red Stick Ready for information on the effects it could have on the parish. Created by […]
HERE ARE FOUR GREAT READS TO HELP strengthen, encourage, and inspire and help parents or guardians with their New Year’s resolutions to be a better parent. These authors break down parental issues and challenges using spiritual, educational, and scientific guidelines to help […]
The Southern University Board of Supervisors voted today not to renew the contract of James Llorens, Southern University Baton Rouge Chancellor, which expires June 30, 2014. “The Board thanks Dr. Llorens for his service and wishes […]
No preselected speakers, no “expert” panels, and no inspiring power-points will set the scene for the Fourth Annual Roots Camp. “ Instead, participants and community activists in attendance will set the course of the two-day […]
Ginger London is an Ordained Christian Minister, Teacher, Author, Speaker and Board Certified Life Coach. […]
JACKSON, MISS. – ON MONDAY, Jan. 20, the Mississippi Freedom Trail honored C.C. Bryant with a marker on the Trail. This will be the 15th marker on the Mississippi Freedom Trail. It is very appropriate to recognize one of […]
GOV. BOBBY JINDAL’S ADministration is asking a federal judge end a desegregation order that bans the state from giving public funds—including school vouchers— to all-white private schools. The 1976 landmark Brumfield vs. Dodd decision was rendered after the United States found evidence that Louisiana officials were […]
Several hundred people are expected to attend the first public assembly of the Better Together Campaign, a citizen-led movement to oppose the St. George incorporation. The assembly will take place Feb. 4, 6:30pm, at St. Patrick […]
ESPN, the world leader in sports and sports and sports entertainment, needed a band that would complete ESPN The Magazine’s music issue the editors reached out the Grambling State University’s marching band to make the […]
IT’S THE BEGINNING OF THE YEAr and time for you to think about money. You have been told for years how to handle your money. You’ve been told: “Live within your means” “Pay yourself first” “Don’t rob Peter to pay Paul” “Save […]
Linda Johnson former BESE represenative VERY RECENTLY THERE HAVE been articles about alleged cheating in East Baton Rouge schools. The television headlines said wide spread cheating in EBR. The president of BESE said studentsand parents deserve more. Well I agree,so I called the elected […]
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