Mississippi is the nation's poorest state with a legacy of racial tension that still persists in the second decade of the twenty-first century.

The affair honored Black men making waves in the community including legendary actor, singer and activist, Harry Belafonte.

Brooklyn School of Collaborative Studies' Henstrand will receive sixth annual Gaynor McCown Excellence in Teaching award.

Davon Kelly, CEO of NOVAD Management Consulting, demonstrates his commitment to youth through sponsorship of community events that promote entrepreneurship and leadership.

Will Reed's new book is now available in bookstores everywhere. Will's new six-week mentorship development program, the 4TRIUMPH FORUM, takes flight in all middle and high schools. Visit us at www.willreedthemotivator.com for more details.

Will Reeds new book, based on 21 developmental areas, is now available in bookstores everywhere. Will's new mentorship development program, the 4TRIUMPH FORUM, is now available to all U.S. middle and high schools.

This week The Boulevard Zen Foundation Inc. appointed actress and philanthropist, Stephani Drapeau, to its Board of Directors.

Otherworld Publications of Louisville, KY is thrilled to announce the signing of Layton, UT author David Rosenstein for the release of The Silk Worm in October of 2010.

Indie Film gathers a crowd at Houston Comedy Film Festival.

At the event, celebrating "excellence in education", Secretary Duncan will receive New York City Outward Bound's 2009 Educational Leadership Award. The award will be presented by NYC Schools Chancellor Joel Klein.