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HBCU Honors 6888th’s Millie Dunn Veasey with Post Office Renaming

In a momentous tribute to an influential historical figure, Saint Augustine’s University officially renamed the post office at 2777 Brentwood Road to the “Millie Dunn Veasey Post Office.” This honor recognizes the extraordinary contributions of the late alumna, class of 1953, who served as a trailblazer for African American women during World War II and […]

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Kerry Washington: Tyler Perry’s New Film ‘The Six Triple Eight’ Is a Love Letter to Black Women

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In “The Six Triple Eight,” Kerry Washington stars and executive produces a film that tells a little known story about Black women during World War II—and per the veteran actress it’s a film that’s sure to make Black women everywhere feel loved and appreciated Read more…

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Why Tyler Perry Waited So Long to Finally Direct Oprah In a Film

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Though they’ve been friends and collaborators for years, Tyler Perry has never had the opportunity to direct Oprah Winfrey. In his new Netflix film, “The Six Triple Eight,” that moment finally arrives. The Oscar nominee portrays famed civil rights activist Mary McLeod Bethune. Read more…

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