Reclaiming “Woke”: A Call to Black Consciousness
By Carla Thomas The Truth Contributor I saw a T-shirt recently that read: “Woke is not the insult you think it is.” And I paused. Because somewhere along the way, “woke” went from being a […]
Year: 2025
Blair Underwood Presents Sins of Survivors by Joe McClean
c.2025, Amistad $19.99 288 pages By Terri Schlichenmeyer The Truth Contributor Mom never had to worry. After she reminded you to look out for your siblings, she didn’t have to tell you again. From then […]
TriUnity Strategies brings free workshops to Toledo
TriUnity Strategies is delivering a month-long series of no-cost workshops that strengthen personal finances, improve everyday fitness, boost kitchen confidence, and business skills for local residents. All sessions meet at the ProMedica Ebeid Center at […]
The Museum That Chose to Belong: How Toledo Quietly Made History
By Asia Nail The Truth Reporter The air was still buzzing. When I called Rhonda Sewell, director of Advocacy and External Affairs at the Toledo Museum of Art, I could hear the excitement in her […]
Yemisi Shyllon Museum of Art and Toledo Museum of Art Launch Historic Cultural Exchange to Boost Museum Expertise and Global Access
Museums unite across continents to share expertise, foster cultural exchange and expand global access to African Art Lagos, Nigeria / Ohio, United States – In a landmark move that sets a new precedent for international […]
The Family ReOUnion 2: Ohio University’s Black Alumni Unite Amid DEI Challenges
By Siraaj Woods Special to The Truth On March 4, 2025, Ohio University issued a sudden press release announcing the cancellation of the much-anticipated Black Alumni Reunion (BAR). Citing political pressure and the threat of […]
The Fair Housing Center’s Homes and Dreams Fundraiser Celebrates Community Leader
Special to The Truth The annual Homes and Dreams fundraiser hosted by The Fair Housing Center was a night to remember, held on May 1, 2025, at the elegant Registry Bistro. Community and supporters gathered […]
Toledo, Ohio Native Recipient of Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award 2025
Special to The Truth Scharita Barry Lacey, a native of Toledo, Ohio, was honored with the Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award issued by President Joseph R. Biden in recognition of over 20 years of public service, […]
The African American Sports Legends in Pursuit of Excellence
By Emily Evans The Truth Reporter The African American Legacy Project announced the Sports Legends Class of 2025 on Thursday, May 8, 2025, at The Back Forty Catering. The location was a perfect setting to […]
Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. Fourth District Hosts 84th Annual District Meeting in Toledo, Ohio
By Alexandria Leatherberry The Truth Reporter The Fourth District of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. held its 84th Annual District Meeting May 1 – May 4, 2025, at the Hilton Garden Inn Toledo Downtown. This year’s […]