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Muskegon Students Embark on Life-Changing Journey to Africa Joined by County Clerk, Circuit Court Judge, and Family Division Judge

County Clerk Karen Buie, Judge Annette Smedley & Judge Jenny McNeill to travel with kids to Africa Muskegon, MI - June 23, 2024 – The Class of 2024 from Muskegon's Kids Free Trip to Africa program is set to depart this Thursday for an extraordinary educational journey to Ghana. This year’s trip will be notably special as three esteemed elected officials, Author Tracee Bruce, and Muskegon Heights Teacher Sharlundra Ellis will join the students. Muskegon County Clerk Karen Buie, Muskegon […]

todayJune 23, 2024 2

African American Culture

Introducing the Kids Free Trip to Africa Muskegon Class of 2024

Muskegon, MI – The Kids Free Trip to Africa Program, a pioneering initiative committed to offering underprivileged children a unique and all-expenses-paid cultural experience, proudly unveils the Muskegon Class of 2024. This year, the program sets a new record with its most diverse group yet, comprising seven remarkable kids spanning four different school districts, all set to explore the wonders of Ghana, West Africa. The Class of 2024 includes Ma’Kayla White, Ma’Quel White, Ca’Mya Jackson, and Naeonna Agnew from Muskegon […]

todayApril 11, 2024 2

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Video: Offset Surprises Muskegon Heights Kids

Students from Muskegon Heights high school, who are joining us on our trip to West Africa, had a mind-blowing surprise! They thought they were headed to Grand Rapids just for passport applications, but little did they know they were in for a meet-and-greet with none other than Offset, the legendary rapper from Migos! Not only did they get to meet him, but Offset also graciously gifted each of them $100 for their trip to Ghana, West Africa! Ma’Kayla White, Ma’Quel […]

todayMarch 26, 2024

African American Culture

A Surprise Encounter That Turned Dreams Into Reality for Muskegon Heights Students

In an unexpected turn of events, students from Muskegon Heights High School were swept off their feet during what was supposed to be a routine trip for passport applications in preparation for their upcoming journey to West Africa. However, unbeknownst to them, an extraordinary surprise awaited that would elevate their experience to unforgettable heights. On their seemingly ordinary journey, they were greeted by an extraordinary figure – Offset, the iconic rapper from the globally renowned music group Migos. This wasn't […]

todayMarch 26, 2024 3

Systems That Shape(d) Black America: 40 Mini Lessons Outlining Defining Moments from Slavery to Modern Day

African American Culture

The Kids Free Trip to Africa Program Announces Black History Month Essay Contest

WUVS 103.7 The Beat in Partnership with Local Education and Alumni Celebrates Black History through a Unique Contest WUVS 103.7 The Beat, in collaboration with the Muskegon Heights Public School Academy System (MHPSAS), distinguished Muskegon Heights alumni, and author Tracee Bruce, have unveiled an exciting Black History Month Essay Contest exclusively for the juniors and seniors of MHPSAS. Students will engage with Tracee Bruce's seminal work, "Systems That Shape(d) Black America: 40 Mini Lessons Outlining Defining Moments from Slavery to […]

todayFebruary 3, 2024 2