Ernie Brown
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Wellness walk/run highlights healthier lifestyle
Opinion: Honorary chairmen were Warren Mayor Doug Franklin, McDonald Mayor Glenn Holmes and former Youngstown Mayor Jay Williams
How far do we still need to go after civil-rights act?
Opinion: While I was on vacation, I watched the first part of CNN’s “The Sixties” series, which dealt with
Kudos to fathers doing the right thing
Opinion: Fathers should show their children how to be accountable and responsible
Blacks urged to vote and help black children excel
Opinion: A proposed plan to provide positive role models for black children hasn't developed because of a lack of commitment from black professionals.
Counselors emphasize the importance of marriage
Opinion: The abundant life God promised in the Scriptures includes a passionate, purposeful marriage, the counselors said
Youngstown native, local church doing good in neighborhood
Opinion: This column is dedicated to a Youngstown man who went from the basketball court for the South High
Black community: Let's rally behind McNally
Opinion: The new mayor, however, could still face a possible federal indictment.
Be accountable; end senseless killings
Opinion: Whenever I hear from our staff that there is a homicide in our area, I just hope and pray it is not
Don't forget to vote on Tuesday
Opinion: Sacrifices were made so blacks and women could enjoy a basic right guaranteed in the Constitution.
Seminar set to enhance the black community
Opinion: The institute’s services provide spiritual development and fulfill the mission to increase education, empowerment, and enlightenment of the community on the achievements and contributions of black Americans.
2 upcoming events worth noting
Opinion: There are a couple of events this month I want to highlight and in which I encourage your
Walk/run aims to raise awareness, improve health of black men in Valley
Opinion: It is time for black men in the Mahoning Valley to take a more-proactive approach to their health
Keep your children academically challenged over the summer
Opinion: A black author urged adults to take the children to libraries, museums, zoos and colleges this summer
Free prostate screening offered
Opinion: I want to thank all the people who sent me well-wishes after my May column about my bout with