The Trip That Almost Went Wrong
By Ricky Tyus, Tyus Tours & Travel The Truth Travel Consultant Jasmine had been planning her dream vacation for nearly a year. She saved every extra dollar, carefully picked her hotel, and finally booked a […]
Month: March 2026
Life in Rhythm: The Early Years of Robert L. Perry
By Asia Nail The Truth Reporter There are some stories that do not begin with degrees. They begin with music. For Robert L. Perry, PhD, that music was jazz. Not the kind people politely clap […]
The Cookout at South Beach Wine & Food Festival: A Must-Experience Culinary Event
By Shana Lee The Truth Travel Correspondent There are food events, and then there are experiences that stay with you long after the last bite. Attending The Cookout during the South Beach Wine & Food […]
Stories, Sites and Legacy: Kentucky’s African American Heritage Trail
Special to The Truth When it comes to learning history, there is something about the act of walking around a historical site that will drive a lesson home in a way that is nearly impossible […]
Maritime Academy Students’ Weekend Art Exhibition
By Paul Hubbard, MSW, Maritime Academy Board Chairman Special to The Truth The Maritime Academy of Toledo showcased its art students’ creativity during its first art exhibition held at Truth Colours Art Gallery on the […]
In Memoriam: Johnnie Richard Love
December 14, 1958 – March 04, 2026 It is with immense pride and admiration that we dedicate this message to celebrating the extraordinary life and profound contributions of Johnnie Richard Love. A true icon in […]
A Females Empowerment Event Brought “Understanding My Who & Why”
The Truth Staff The National Association of Negro Business and Professional Women’s Clubs, Toledo Club, brought together the 2026 Debutantes for a Females Empowerment Event on Saturday, March 14, in order to explore an “Understanding […]
Why Teaching Black History Is Sacred Work
From scripture to family stories, passing down history helps Black children understand who they are – and whose shoulders they stand on By Rev. Dorothy S. Boulware, Word in Black Guest Column American Civil rights […]
The Mixed Marriage Project: A Memoir of Love, Race, and Family by Dorothy Roberts
c.2026, Atria / One Signal Publishers $30.00 320 pages By Terri Schlichenmeyer The Truth Contributor The first thing you noticed was that smile. It was so genuine, so appealing that you couldn’t help but […]
Hello Friends, Neighbors, Colleagues, Kindred Spirits–
On behalf of the Community Organizing Committee for the 2026 Toledo MLK Our Time to Break Silence, along with our cosponsors Toledo Public Schools and the UToledo Black Student Union, we invite you to participate […]