FOUND IN BLACK TEXIANA by SHANNON DORSEY JOHNSON

Ujima had the opportunity to interview the author of a new book, Found In Black Texiana.  The creation of this book is interesting and inspiring. Congratulations to Shannon Johnson on her awesome accomplishment. Shannon, could you please give us a little bit of history about yourself?   I am a Senior Information Technology professional at a Fortune 100 company and I have a true passion … Continue reading FOUND IN BLACK TEXIANA by SHANNON DORSEY JOHNSON

William “Bill The Mailman” Martin Wins Gospel Radio REACH Award!

By Naomi Richard Austin landmark, William “Bill The Mailman” Martin won the highly coveted REACH Award as a Trailblazer Announcer in Nashville, Tennessee!  During a packed house ceremony, Mr. Martin was named Central South Distribution Company’s REACH Award Recipient at the Tennessee Performing Arts Center during the Stellar Awards’ Gospel Radio Awards & Showcase. Names were submitted from around the world for this prestigious award.  … Continue reading William “Bill The Mailman” Martin Wins Gospel Radio REACH Award!

Latest Issue of Ujima Magazine

The latest issue of Ujima Magazine features the Step ‘N Motion dance group. They are a non-profit that gives back to our community while bringing people together in dance. You don’t want to miss this feature story. Other good stories are positive and encouraging words to start the new year, being organization and health and fitness. You will also meet a candy maker and a … Continue reading Latest Issue of Ujima Magazine

MARY J. BLIGE HEADS TO ACL-LIVE FEBRUARY 27

By Naomi Logan Richard Mary J. Blige will be at ACL-Live February 27 and tickets go on sale Friday!  With a track record of eight multi-platinum albums, nine Grammy Awards and four American Music Awards, the singer-songwriter has respectfully earned the nickname the “Queen of Hip-Hop Soul.” WHAT:                  MARY J. BLIGE WHERE:                ACL LIVE at The Moody Theater WHEN:                 FEBRUARY 27     ON SALE:             FRIDAY, JANUARY … Continue reading MARY J. BLIGE HEADS TO ACL-LIVE FEBRUARY 27

Mary Mary and Charles Jenkins Land 5 Stellar Awards Each!

  2013 Stellar Award Coverage By Naomi Richard In a live televised show, Mary Mary along with Charles Jenkins & Fellowship Chicago landed 5 awards each, followed closely by Marvin Sapp with 4 awards.  The 2013 Stellar Awards were described by many as “The Grammy’s of Gospel.”  It was an amazing night of performances, remembrances and wins. The Stellar Award Committee continues to show their … Continue reading Mary Mary and Charles Jenkins Land 5 Stellar Awards Each!