The firsts for Black women in America continued last week when Karine Jean-Pierre was named White House press secretary. PQ “For every Black woman who has never felt heard or has been told she’s too loud, too opinionated, too much, this is joy personified,” said Pat Washington, Urban League of Metropolitan St. Louis vice president of […]
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Pro-Choice Rally in St. Louis on Saturday
Last week, a Supreme Court draft opinion overturning Roe v. Wade was released to the public and confirmed the fears of abortion advocates across the country. Although the news was shocking, Pro Choice Missouri was prepared to help mobilize nearly one thousand pro-abortion supporters the day after the news broke. St. Louis Congresswoman Cori Bush (D-MO01) addressed the crowd and expressed […]
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Little Bit Foundation names Marcus Wilson senior director
The Little Bit Foundation recently added Marcus Wilson as senior director, donor and community relations. Wilson is an experienced leader in both the nonprofit and for-profit industries. Prior to Little Bit, he served as vice president of career services at Rung for Women and as executive director of the Bayer YMCA, where he successfully developed […]
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What happens after graduation, especially for women?
Graduations are an exciting time for most families. They will throng to auditoriums, gymnasiums, churches, or outdoor settings bearing flowers, balloons, and other goodies. They’ll go to lunch or dinner and share smiles and memories, congratulating the graduate on her achievement. Then what? PQ Twelve years after leaving college, Black women owe 13% more on their loans […]
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Losing Roe v. Wade must be a wake-up call
Those who would relegate women to second-class citizens and take away their basic autonomy over their own bodies are clear in their focus – and they have been for decades. So, those of us who are determined to protect women’s autonomy over their own bodies must at least match, if not exceed, the focus and […]
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Schnucks recognized as a US Best Managed Company
Schnuck Markets announced it has been selected as a 2022 US Best Managed Company. Sponsored by Deloitte Private and the Wall Street Journal, the program recognizes outstanding U.S. private companies and the achievements of their management teams. Applicants are evaluated and selected by a panel of external judges focused on assessing hallmarks of excellence in […]
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Clark receives SLUH’s highest honor
Dr. H. Eric Clark, Ed.D., president at Loyola Academy, Saint Louis University High School (SLUH) board member and former administrator, and a leader in Jesuit education nationally – was recognized on April 25, 2022 with the Backer Award. The highest honor granted by SLUH, the Backer Award recognizes extraordinary alumni who have fulfilled the Jesuit Catholic mission of […]
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Michelle Martin Bonner to lead diversity at Missouri Botanical Garden
The Missouri Botanical Garden named Michelle Martin Bonner as director of diversity, inclusion, and belonging. Martin Bonner is a native St. Louisan with extensive work in community engagement, education, law, and child advocacy. She brings more than 20 years of professional experience to the Garden, including 16 years with the law firm of Thompson Coburn in multiple […]
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Teams seek to take fast lane to track titles
The postseason track and field state series began last weekend with small school district competitions throughout Missouri. St. Louis area athletes participated in the Class 1 meet at Hillsboro and Class 2 district competition at New Haven. The Principia blazed to a possible outstanding postseason run by winning eight events and qualifying for the sectional meet […]
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Free produce baskets for area families available May 31
Food insecurity and lack of nutritious foods remain a part of daily life in thousands of St. Louis area households. To address the shortcomings, the Gateway Region YMCA and Partnership for a Healthy America [PHA] will offer 3,000 families free boxes of produce containing 50 servings or fresh fruit and vegetables beginning May 31, 2022. […]