NNPA NEWSWIRE — “Missouri Republican Sen. Josh Hawley is the first senator to announce plans to object to the results, which is significant because both a House member and senator are required to mount an objection when Congress counts the Electoral College votes on January 6,” CNN reported.
Missouri Republican Sen. Josh Hawley to Object to Electoral College Votes
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Donald Trump Spent Almost a Year Playing Golf During Presidency
NNPA NEWSWIRE — Almost a year of time spent on golf courses was punctuated recently as December became the worst month for deaths and infections in the COVID-19 pandemic in the U.S. Many in conservative media made a point of mentioning time spent playing golf by President Obama. But Trump has now far surpassed Obama and any other President in time spent on golf courses.
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Biden Heads to Georgia with Message: ‘Send Me These Two Men’
NNPA NEWSWIRE — On Sunday, January 3, Harris plans to travel to Savannah to help boost the campaign of Jon Ossoff, Rev. Raphael Warnock, and the Democratic ticket in the January 5 runoffs. Biden plans to travel to Atlanta on Monday, January 4. Ossoff and Warnock both are expected at a rally with Harris on Sunday, January 3.
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Historic Milestone Reached in Development of Universal Hip Hop Museum
NNPA NEWSWIRE — “When the journey began, there was no blueprint or roadmap for building a Hip Hop museum that would take on the enormity of documenting and archiving the culture’s vast history. But because of my background, I knew that I not only had the knowledge and experience needed, I also had the vision that would make Hip Hop’s future home unlike any other museum or cultural arts institution in the world.”
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LIVESTREAM: CDC’s Chief COVID-19 Health Equity Officer Talks New Virus Variant, Safety with the Black Press
NNPA NEWSWIRE — The interview with Dr. Hall primarily centered on the CDC’s tips for celebrating virtually with loved ones and offering guidance to those who choose to enjoy the holidays with friends and family outside of their homes.
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Boston Red Sox Hire Bianca Smith as First Black Woman Coach in Baseball History
NNPA NEWSWIRE — Bianca Smith, 29, becomes the first Black woman to coach in professional baseball. She will work with the team’s infielders at the Red Sox minor league facility in Fort Meyers, Fla.
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COMMENTARY: Remembering the Silver Linings of 2020
NNPA NEWSWIRE — So, as the calendar turns to 2021, and many wish friends, family and associates, “Happy New Year!” we’ll place an overwhelming emphasis on the “New Year” portion of the sentiment.
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FOOD: Sweet Potato Creme Brûlée
NNPA NEWSWIRE — I put my foot down and said, “Today’s the day, no more procrastinating!” Until I realized I don’t know how to make it different than the rest. But my mom made a suggestion that changed the game: Sweet potato creme brûlée.
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Wedding of William Jackson and Aida Correa Shares Their Ceremony
It is with joy and happiness that we share our wedding with our global family and friends. William and Aida are members of San Jose Church of Christ in Jacksonville, Florida. They were wed on Saturday, December 12, 2020. Presiding was Lead Minister Joel Singleton, because of the pandemic their wedding was streamed to family […]
