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African American Culture

Local Group Seeking Answers on Racial Inequality from the County Commissioners, Sheriff, Prosecutor and City Officials.

This community is looking to the County Commissioners to do the difficult job of examining, reviewing and makechanges to release the shackles of oppression on communities of color and the poor. Charlotte Johnson F.I.S.T. Committee County Commissioners – Rillastine Wilkins, Marcia Hovey-Wright, Susie Hughes, Robert Scolnik, Zack Lahring, CharlesNash, Gary Foster, John Snider, Kenneth Mahoney, Prosecuting Attorney D.J. Hilson, Sheriff Michael Poulin Photo by Anna Gustafson “If the system in which the jail operates is flawed, even good officers can […]

todayJune 29, 2020 2

Community Events

Free COVID-19 Testing Event in Muskegon Heights

The Michigan National Guard (MING) will partner with the Michigan Veterans Affairs Agency (MVAA), the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS), Muskegon County, the City of Muskegon Heights and numerous local partners this weekend to provide thousands of no-cost COVID-19 tests to residents of Muskegon County. Drive-through and walk-up COVID-19 testing will be offered at the Muskegon Heights Farmers Market at 2600 Baker Street, Muskegon Heights, Michigan beginning at 11:00 AM Saturday and 9:00 AM Sunday, 23-24 May. […]

todayMay 23, 2020 2

Economy

First Muskegon County Case of COVID-19 Confirmed

Muskegon, MI – Testing through the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) has identified Muskegon County’s first presumptive positive case for coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). The presumptive positive case is an adult female. No other information is available at this time. Public Health – Muskegon County (PHMC) officials are working on the investigation and contacting people who have been in close contact with the case. Close contacts will be assessed for symptoms, instructed to self-quarantine and monitored appropriately. […]

todayMarch 23, 2020 1

African American Culture

3rd Annual “Kids Free Trip to Africa”

Kids free trip to Africa: No donation is too small and we along with the students are grateful for every penny.�We have made this trip totally free to the students. Their Passports, Visas, Shots, Air Travel, Hotel, Ground Transportation & Food are all included.The only thing we’ve asked of them in exchange is that they return to Muskegon and utilize what they’ve learned to help make Muskegon a better place. Any contribution you may have for our trip in June […]

todayFebruary 21, 2019

African American Culture

New Daily Radio Segment will highlight Black Women

#TheAfternoonJamzShow ‘s very own Queen E is bringing to the airwaves our “Daily Dose Of Black Girl Magic” that we need in order to stay informed about the unparalleled contributions of black women in politics, media, the arts, & more!  This hot new segment will empower us to see the beauty within ourselves and encourage us to celebrate the value in others! Keep it locked on your community station to hear “Daily Dose of Black Girl Magic” - where Queens recognize […]

todayFebruary 17, 2019

Economy

Muskegon Heights Awarded $3 Million for Sherman Corridor Improvements

Muskegon Heights, Michigan December 21st, 2018- The City of Muskegon Heights has been awarded $3 million dollars for substantial redesign and reconstruction of Sherman Boulevard, it’s busiest street and one of the most traveled roads in Muskegon County. The wide ranging improvements will consist of roadway improvements, public utility upgrades for future business investment, lighting and landscaping along the corridor, and blight abatement in commercial sections of Sherman Boulevard. The funds come by way of a supplemental bill passed by […]

todayDecember 21, 2018

African American Culture

WUVS 103.7 the Beat Announces New Radio Talk Show With a Focus on Empowering Women

WUVS 103.7 the Beat Announces New Radio Talk Show With a Focus on Empowering Women This week marks the debut of the Gift of Gab, a new radio show featuring topics and issues pertinent to women. It is particularly geared toward the urban woman and the woman of color. Host Teresa K. said, "Women are stakeholders in the community. We have purchasing power, and we make so many great and important decisions daily. But are we being heard? This show provides […]

todayJuly 24, 2018 3

African American Culture

Help send Local Honor Roll Students to Africa for a once in a lifetime experience!

Update: March 22, 2018 Kids free trip to Africa: Thus far we’ve raised $3345 and it’s not too late for you to play a role (tax deductible ). No donation is too small and we along with the students are grateful for every penny.�We have made this trip totally free to the students. Their Passports, Visas, Shots, Air Travel, Hotel, Ground Transportation & Food are all included. The only thing we’ve asked of them in exchange is that they return […]

todayFebruary 14, 2018 3