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Urban Cultural Fest! One Day Only!!

Source: LaTonya J. Pegues, Festival PublicistPublicity@BOAZent.com(310) 489-1953Austin, TX For the past 16 years, the Urban Music Fest has been the most prominent urban concert series during the Texas Relays Weekend in Austin, TX. This year will be no different, as the Festival presents Grammy-nominated Stokley lead singer of Mint Condition and electro-funk band ZAPP to headline this year’s long-awaited Festival. There will also be performances … Continue reading Urban Cultural Fest! One Day Only!!

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Austin Texas, Business, Community, Community Magazine, Digital Magazine, Goals, Latest Issue, Ujima Magazine

When You Look at the New Year-Are You Ready?

By Damita Miller-Shanklin Do you remember a song titled “The Futures So Bright. I Gotta Wear Shades” by Timbuktu 3? When I sat down to write about the new year that song came to mind. Why? Because I worry about the future. This year of 2022 has seen a lot of changes — Women’s Rights, the Insurrection, and so much more. However, our Black communities … Continue reading When You Look at the New Year-Are You Ready?

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Community, Community Magazine, Digital Magazine, Inspiration, Motivation, Purpose, Ujima Magazine

Acts Of Kindness

Source: United Way Damita Miller-Shanklin We all know from childhood, we should be kind to others. As adults, we should continue to be kind and caring because it’s the best thing to do. The act of kindness is shown the most during the holiday season. If you are looking to share some love and kindness here are a few ideas: These are just a few … Continue reading Acts Of Kindness

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Around Town, Austin Texas, Community, Winter Storm

Community Shelters Open Thursday 2/3/2022 at 9 a.m

Source: Jessica Kingpetcharat-Bittner, Director Communications & Public Information Office | City of Austin Please share this information to assist anyone who may be in need. Community shelters are open today. The following facilities will open Thursday and Friday starting at 9 a.m. and will serve as community shelters where people can warm up, charge their electronic devices, or need a place to sleep overnight: ·        … Continue reading Community Shelters Open Thursday 2/3/2022 at 9 a.m

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