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Representative La’Tasha D. Mayes’ 1st Annual Community Baby Shower | Saturday, April 13 | 12PM – 4PM at Mt. Ararat Community Activity Center
Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield, Highmark Wholecare & AHN announce Official Healthcare Partnership of the WPA (Pittsburgh) Juneteenth Celebration
We are pleased to announce Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield, Highmark Wholecare and Allegheny Health Network are the Official Healthcare Partners of Western Pennsylvania Juneteenth Celebration on June 14-16. Join Us for our Juneteenth Parade on Saturday, June 15th. and … Continue reading
Cincinnati Music Festival at the Paycor Stadium July 25-27, 2024
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BIRTHING WHILE BLACK | Improving Maternal Health Outcomes in Women of Color. Community Listening Session on Monday, April 15, 2024, 6 to 8 p.m.
The African Rhythms Alumni Quintet: A Tribute to Randy Weston | April 20, 2024, 7:30 PM at the New Hazlett Theater
Kente Arts Alliance presents The African Rhythms Alumni Quintet: A Tribute to Randy Weston Saturday, April 20, 2024 | 7:30 PM @ The New Hazlett Theater 6 Allegheny Square East, Pittsburgh, PA 15212 CLICK HERE TO VIEW OUR SOUL BLAST … Continue reading
2024 PITTSBURGH JUNETEENTH – Big Money Talk w/ DAME DASH & MASTER P
SAT JUNE 15th | 1:45pm – 5pm BYHAM THEATER, 101 6th St., Pgh PA 15222 FEATURING: DAME DASH & MASTER P Join Us for 60 min one-on-one discussion with Roc-A-Fella Co-Founder Dame Dash and Hip Hop Business Mogul Master P, … Continue reading
The Science Behind PIXAR | Exhibition Opens May 25 at Carnegie Science Center
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Doing Business With Allegheny County: Thursday, April 18 I 5:00 PM-7:00 PM
Register now at AlleghenyCounty.us/econdev Registration is recommended
Pittsburgh Regional Transit (PRT) Employment Opportunity | Engineering Intern
Pittsburgh Regional Transit is seeking a Engineering Intern ($16 hour) to provide engineering and project management support to Port Authority of Allegheny County d/b/a Pittsburgh Regional Transit (PRT)’s Engineers, Architects and other staff members as directed by Supervisor for capital … Continue reading
Soul Pitt Media Health & Business Report Episode #71 | Interview with Carin J. Fraioli LSW,CCDPD, Vice President of Recovery Services Gateway Rehab
????? Join Craig as he discusses with Carin: 1) Carin, what career path led you to your current position at Gateway Rehab? 2) Growing up is helping people something you always wanted to do? 3) Can you talk to our … Continue reading
HIP HOP Millionaire Mogul-MASTER P to lead Juneteenth-Grand Jubilee Parade
Who is ready for the 2024 Pittsburgh Juneteenth Celebration, June 14-16. Well we are very pleased to announce that Hip Hop Business Mogul MASTER P will be joining Us on SATURDAY JUNE 15th for the Pittsburgh Juneteenth Parade as a … Continue reading
An exciting opportunity for current 8th and 9th grade boys
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STVP 2024 Black Tie Honors Gala
Pittsburgh and all surrounding areas get ready for the biggest Gala of the Year. Join Us on FRIDAY May 17th, from 6pm-10pm, as we highlight and recognize Black Military Servants! Also come celebrate local Community Leaders that are making a difference … Continue reading
The Burgh Has Changed by Debbie Norrell
If you are of a certain age, let’s say over 60, you remember a time when the biggest complaint was that there was nothing to do in Pittsburgh. Younger people were always wishing that they lived somewhere else because there … Continue reading
Pittsburgh Regional Transit (PRT) Employment Opportunity | Deputy Chief Operations Officer – Rail
Pittsburgh Regional Transit is seeking a Deputy Chief Operations Officer – Rail to be responsible for overall management for the Port Authority of Allegheny County d/b/a Pittsburgh Regional Transit (PRT) light rail passenger operations including functional areas of light rail … Continue reading
Purchase Tickets to Attend The Power of Work Awards on Wednesday, April 17, 2024 at Sheraton Pittsburgh Hotel at Station Square
Join us as we celebrate the people and workplaces that are breaking down barriers and creating a diverse workforce in our region! CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE TICKETS
Pittsburgh Regional Transit (PRT) Employment Opportunity | Manager – Compensation
Pittsburgh Regional Transit is seeking a Manager – Compensation to be responsible for all aspects of compensation and performance management administration including data analysis, job evaluation and classifications; position management; and data processing and all other compensation functions for Port … Continue reading
6th Annual Fabulous Friday | The Black Out | April 12, 2024 at Rivers Casino
The attire for The Black Out is all black. Afterpay is available. Do not miss out on the biggest party in the spring in Pittsburgh! CLICK HERE FOR DETAILS AND TICKETS
Pittsburgh Regional Transit (PRT) Employment Opportunity | Manager of Service Development
Pittsburgh Regional Transit is seeking a Manager of Service Development to manage for the Port Authority of Allegheny County d/b/a Pittsburgh Regional Transit (PRT) Planning and Service Development Department the procedures surrounding the interpretation of data from various sources as … Continue reading
Soul Pitt Media Health & Business Report Episode #70| Interview with George Jaber & Les Howard, The Awakening Play
Join Craig as he discusses with George & Les: 1) George, I understand that you have produced over 100 shows and musicians at CCAC South. What made you want to come back out of retirement to be part of the … Continue reading
Pittsburgh Regional Transit (PRT) Employment Opportunity | Transportation Technology Specialist
Pittsburgh Regional Transit is seeking a Transportation Technology Specialist to provide day-to-day support of Port Authority of Allegheny County d/b/a Pittsburgh Regional Transit (PRT)’s Transportation Technology systems and services from a device and software level, focusing on data management, data … Continue reading
How Words Change by Debbie Norrell
Back in the day, when I was a talk show host, I interviewed the author of a book called “Juba to Jive.” It was a dictionary of African American slang and was edited by Clarence Major. I thought I had … Continue reading
Pittsburgh Regional Transit (PRT) Employment Opportunity | Manager of Road Operations
Pittsburgh Regional Transit is seeking a Manager of Road Operations to oversee all Port Authority of Allegheny County d/b/a Pittsburgh Regional Transit (PRT) revenue service in an effort to ensure safety, reliability, and on-time performance. Directs and supervises the Assistant … Continue reading
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Fascinatin’ Rhythm: A Gershwin Celebration | Fri, Apr 12 – Sun, Apr 14, 2024
Celebrate George Gershwin’s 125th birthday with the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra! Principal Pops Conductor Byron Stripling takes you on a journey of Gershwin favorites, including “Someone To Watch Over Me,” “Man I Love,” and “They Can’t Take That Away From Me.” … Continue reading
CCPGH Free Job Training for Long-Term Careers | $20/Hr Avg. Pay
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GET READY FOR THE 2024 PITTSBURGH JUNETEENTH CELEBRATION
FROM: William Marshall, Founder & Producer Stop the Violence Pittsburgh/ WPA (Pittsburgh) Juneteenth Celebration WHEN: June 14-16, 11am – 10pm (Daily) WHERE: Downtown Pittsburgh PA, Market Square and Point State Park Greetings, and Happy Black History Month! JUNETEENTH is … Continue reading
Soul Pitt Media Health & Business Report Episode #69 | Interview with William Marshall, Founder of Stop The Violence Pittsburgh
Join Craig as he discusses with William: 1) A lot of your events are historically authentic in nature, were you always interested in Black History growing up? 2) Can you talk to our listeners about some of the events you … Continue reading
The Big Day is Over by Debbie Norrell
Valentine’s Day is over. I’m sure there are millions of people who don’t pay any attention to February 14th at all. They may not have a significant other in their life, or if they do, the day for lovers is … Continue reading
Membership Engagement Specialist with Girl Scouts Western PA
Membership Engagement Specialist Coverage area: Armstrong County and northeastern Allegheny County Location: Full time remote* *While full-time remote work is available, the employee must live in and is required to frequently travel throughout their coverage area Starting Salary: $38,000 Girl Scouts is … Continue reading
BLACK HISTORY MONTH SPOTLIGHT: Who is B. Marshall and What Does He Do?
BLACK HISTORY MONTH SPOTLIGHT: Who is B. Marshall and What Does He Do? William B. Marshall is the founder of Stop the Violence Pittsburgh, a local grass roots organization created in 2012 to help curve Violence among Young adults … Continue reading
Expired: Community Engagement Lead with Girl Scouts Western PA
Community Engagement Lead Location: Based in Pittsburgh* *While remote work is available, the employee must live in and is required to frequently travel throughout western PA Starting Salary: $42,000 Girl Scouts is the preeminent leadership development organization for girls in … Continue reading
Expired: “Black Lawyers of the Burgh” Community Book Launch on Saturday, Feb 24 at 11 AM
Join the ACBA Homer S. Brown Division as they celebrate the launch of the Division’s first-ever children’s book, “Black Lawyers of the Burgh.” The book introduces children to careers in law through the journeys of many Pittsburgh-based lawyers. This is … Continue reading
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THANK YOU to our Advertisers for being integral to Soul Pitt’s journey in making Pittsburgh the City of Champions for all our communities! Your support has truly made a difference.
Soul Pitt Media Health & Business Report Episode #68 | Interview with Debbie Norrell, Owner, “A Look Not A Label LLC”
Join Craig as he discusses with Debbie: 1) Debbie, can you talk to our listeners about your business, A Look Not A Label? 2) Growing up did you envision yourself being a business owner? 3) Debbie, how can our listeners … Continue reading
Payroll & Accounting Specialist Position with Girl Scouts Western PA
Payroll & Accounting Specialist Location: Pittsburgh based Salary: $45,000-$48,000 Girl Scouts is the preeminent leadership development organization for girls in kindergarten through twelfth grade, and our mission is to build girls of courage, confidence, and character. At Girl Scouts Western … Continue reading
VENDORS REGISTER NOW – $1.6 Million Generated through Black Businesses In 2023
Get Ready for STVP 2024 Festival Events in Pittsburgh PA. Heritage Celebration, June 8-9 Juneteenth, June 14-16 Black Music Festival, July 11-13 AND, Soul Food Festival, Aug. 30 – Sept. 1st EMAIL: Stvfestivalvendor@gmail.com for a Vendor Application TODAY ———————— We … Continue reading
Soul Pitt Media Health & Business Report Episode #67 | Interview with Lorenzo Boone, MA, MFA, Writer/Producer/Director
Join Craig as he discusses with Lorenzo: 1) Lorenzo, is writing and directing something you grew up wanting to do? 2) Lorenzo, when I first met you years ago you were one of the top insurance brokers and financial planners … Continue reading
A Dream Come True by Debbie Norrell
There has been quite a bit of chatter on social media about Vivica Fox doing the commercials for the aftercare car insurance company. I didn’t mention the company’s name because I am not a fan of the company, but I … Continue reading
Ujamaa Collective: A Hub of Black Creative Cooperative Entrepreneurship
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[Virtual Event] SAVE THE DATE for the 4th Annual Legislative Breakfast #MAKEBLACKMOMSMATTER on March 15, 2024
Registration Starting February 2024 www.healthystartpittsburgh.org
GET READY FOR THE 2024 PITTSBURGH JUNETEENTH CELEBRATION
Coming off our success in 2023 of hosting the LARGEST JUNETEENTH CELEBRATION in the Country. Get ready for the 2024 WPA (Pittsburgh) JUNETEENTH Homecoming Celebration. Attend the JUNE 8-9, Juneteenth Youth Fest/Black Heritage Celebration at Mellon Park (15206) AND JUNE … Continue reading
The PA Lottery Benefits Older Pennsylvanians, But How?
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Eastern MSDC ROAR MOSAIC on April 2, 2024 at Sheraton Pittsburgh Hotel at Station Square
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Majors Mobile Detailing Birthday Club
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Pittsburgh Regional Transit’s new Ready2Ride® mobile ticketing app
Spring Flower Show: A Closer Look | March 16 – April 1 at PHIPPS
Spring Flower Show always provides the burst of color and fragrance you’ve been missing all winter long and this year’s Spring Flower Show: A Closer Look promises even more vibrance than ever! Opening Sat., March 16, and only lasting four … Continue reading
Wilkinsburg Business Spotlight: Vickey’s Soul Grill
The Pittsburgh region isn’t known for its Southern-style cooking, but Vickey Giddens of Vickey’s Soul Grill is going to change that. “My family is from Crystal Springs, Mississippi, and my father was a chef,” says Giddens. “When I was 6 … Continue reading
Wilkinsburg CDC CORE FOUR | 8-Week Business Planning Workshop
Sign up by emailing Gordon Manker at Gordon@wilkinsburgcdc.org
HACP | A place to live. A path to launch.
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Soul Pitt Media Health & Business Report Episode #66 | Interview with Pastor Ruth Winfield | Executive Director, Woman of Wisdom Cafe, Greensboro, NC
Join Craig as he discusses with Pastor Winfield: 1) Pastor Ruth, in addition to being a Pastor, you are also a successful business woman. Can you talk to our listeners about how you have been able to mix your … Continue reading
Allegheny County Department of Equity and Inclusion
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Carnegie Science Center | On Pittsburgh’s North Shore
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How Did You Spend MLK Day? by Debbie Norrell
When I was working full-time (day job), I always looked forward to having the Martin Luther King holiday as a day off. Actually, the day is to be a day of service and not a day of shopping. Today I … Continue reading
Become a Road Pro with E-ZPass
E-ZPass makes traveling the PA Turnpike even more convenient. As you drive through a Toll Point with an E-ZPass transponder, our toll equipment captures your trip information, calculates the toll, and deducts it from your E-ZPass pre-paid account balance. E-ZPass … Continue reading
Pittsburgh Regional Transit (PRT) Employment Opportunity | Chief Finance Officer
Pittsburgh Regional Transit is seeking a Chief Finance Officer to be accountable for the direction, control, and coordination of all financial activities of Port Authority of Allegheny County d/b/a Pittsburgh Regional Transit (PRT). Provides overall direction for general accounting, accounts … Continue reading
Do Better by Debbie Norrell
The big thing at this time of year used to be making a New Year’s resolution. The funny thing is that we shared what our resolution was, and then when we fell off the wagon, everyone knew about it. According … Continue reading
Struggling with a substance use disorder? Get Help Now. Call 1-800-662-HELP
Talk. Test. PrEP. | ACHD
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CCAC | DISCOVER Affordable, Quality Education in Your Neighborhood!
2024 Cincinnati Music Festival Line up
Hey Valued Customer, GUESS WHAT?!?! They did it! they booked quick, they booked early, and they’re bringing the lineup to you just in time for Christmas. Thursday July 25 @ The Brady Music Center TBA Friday July 26 @ Paycor … Continue reading
2023 Black Festival Events Generate $9 Million Dollars for Allegheny County
VisitPITTSBURGH and Stop the Violence Pittsburgh (“STVP”) have released their final Economic Impact Survey Reports on 2023 Festivals events produced by STVP. ———————————- On June 10-11, STVP hosted the Juneteenth Youth Fest/Black Heritage Celebration where Small Business Vendors generated $30,975.00 On June 16-19, STVP hosted … Continue reading
The Year is Coming to a Close by Debbie Norrell
We are almost at year-end, and every year we say, Where did the year go? Several weeks ago, I wrote a column on the “free gifts” I was receiving from charitable organizations. I recently received an abbreviated copy of the … Continue reading
Special Cash Back Offer from BLK DYMND Rewards
Get rewarded every time you purchase from Black-owned businesses. www.blkdymndrewards.com
Soul Pitt Media Health & Business Report Episode #65 | Interview with Tuesday Simok, Universal Services Analyst, Duquesne Light Company
Join Craig as he discusses with Tuesday: 1) What career path did you take to achieve your current position at Duquesne Light Company? 2) What role does Customer Service play in your current role with Duquesne Light Company? 3) Why … Continue reading
PittPlusMe FIT BOLD Research Study for Age 60 or Older | Compensation and travel reimbursement is provided.
Full Details on the PittPlusMe study page: Pitt+Me ~ FIT BOLD Research Study (pittplusme.org) Click Here for Study Details Clinical Trials INTERESTED? Visit pittplusme.org/study/1933 and click on “I’m Interested” or call 412-246-6487.
Tomorrow is not Promised by Debbie Norrell
This morning, I was notified that a friend of 40+ years had passed away. I think it has been 6 years since I have seen her in person. She lived in another state and did not do FaceTime or Zoom. … Continue reading
Pittsburgh’s Black Businesses Generate $1.6 Mill During STVP Festival Events
For more than 25 years benchmark studies have shown that Black living-conditions in the City of Pittsburgh are among the worst in the nation. Starting in 1995, with the Bangs and Hong report, “Black and White Economic Conditions in the City of Pittsburgh”; … Continue reading
Soul Pitt Media Health & Business Report Episode #64 | Interview with Dr. Rickquel P. Tripp, MD, MPH, CDR, USN, EMS Medical Director, Vice Chair Diversity Inclusion and Health Equity, Department of Emergency Medicine at UPMC
Join Craig as he discusses with Dr. Tripp: Dr. Tripp, growing up did you always want to be a physician? Dr. Tripp, I read that you attended medical school on a United States Navy scholarship, and in addition to your … Continue reading
Creature of Habit by Debbie Norrell
If you know me, you know that I love to shop and eat, and when I go to chain restaurants, which is often, I typically order the same thing. When I am hungry, I don’t like surprises. Before I get … Continue reading
Holiday Magic! Winter Flower Show and Light Garden at Phipps (OPENS FRI., NOV. 17)
Holiday Magic! Tickets On Sale Now CLICK HERE FOR DETAILS
Strong II Dry Cleaners Seeking Part-Time Delivery Driver for Our Homewood Location
Strong II Dry Cleaners, a third-generation family-owned dry-cleaning company, is hiring a part-time delivery driver for our Homewood location. Estimated Schedule Monday-Friday; varying hours between 9am-6pm; Possibly Saturdays varying hours between 10:30 am-3:30 pm *schedule is as needed. Pay: $15/hr Objective: … Continue reading
Expired: Pittsburgh Regional Transit (PRT) Employment Opportunity | Manager of LRT Systems and Power
Pittsburgh Regional Transit is seeking a Manager of LRT Systems and Power to manage all activities and employees within the Power, and LRT Systems Departments of Port Authority of Allegheny County d/b/a Pittsburgh Regional Transit (PRT). Responsible for administrative activities, … Continue reading
2023 Holiday Bazaar and Marketplace at Morgan-Lee Arts Centre on Saturday, Dec 2nd from 11 am to 5 pm
VENDOR REGISTRATION 5678hdat.org/vendor Or Call 412.925.3695
WCDC Spotlight: Karen Denton, KSC Commercial Cleaning Service
September is a significant month for Karen Denton, CEO of KSC Commercial Cleaning Service, headquartered on South Avenue in Wilkinsburg. The 1st commemorates when she started her business, the 7th celebrates her birthday, and September 2002 marks when she had … Continue reading
Soul Pitt Media Health & Business Report Episode #63 | Interview with Arthur Chileshe, Manager, Distribution Engineering, Duquesne Light Company
Soul Pitt Media Health & Business Report Episode #63 | Interview with Arthur Chileshe, Manager, Distribution Engineering at Duquesne Light Company
Join Craig as he discusses with Arthur: Arthur, can you talk to our listeners about what your job at Duquesne Light Company entails? What career path did you take to achieve your present position at Duquesne Light Company? What advice … Continue reading
Downtown Pittsburgh Property and Business Owners Want Black Festival Goers Out
Since 2019 Stop the Violence Pittsburgh, lead by B. Marshall, has hosted the annual Soul Food Festival in Downtown Pittsburgh which is a celebration of Black culture and heritage in Pittsburgh. In a recent notice from Highwoods Properties Ownership Mr. … Continue reading
Old School Trick or Treat by Debbie Norrell
Halloween! Back in my day, this was a day that we looked forward to for weeks. Who remembers the costumes that came in the box with the clear front? The mask was a big indicator of the character. There were … Continue reading
Get a Doula FREE of charge! We are looking for expecting families in Wilkinsburg.
Grandma Sang’s Bed and Breakfast – Nestled in the heart of Lower Burrell
Welcome to Grandma Sang’s Bed and Breakfast – a haven of tranquility and spiritual rejuvenation nestled in the heart of Lower Burrell. Step into a world where comfort and serenity embrace you, creating a peaceful retreat for weary travelers and … Continue reading
Can We Be Done With The Smiths? by Debbie Norrell
Just when I thought the world was finished with the slap seen around the world, we now have a new episode of Will and Jada Smith. For those of you who are not paying attention to social media or television, … Continue reading
[Virtual Webinar] Speaking on It: The Importance and Value of Black men within their Families and Communities | Saturday, Oct 21st 11am to 1pm EST
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Housing Authority City of Pittsburgh | Housing Choice Voucher Program
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First Commonwealth Bank | Better Careers Begin Here.
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Pennsylvania Lottery | Celebrate Like You Mean It.
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Floyd King Presents with CC Community Production LLC: Eddie Baccus Jr. on Nov 17 & Wayne Barber on Nov 18
For More Information, Call 412-758-0109 OR CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS ONLINE
Outdoor Program Specialist Position with Girl Scouts Western PA
POSITION: Outdoor Program Specialist Status: Full-time Location: office location can be Pittsburgh or Greensburg; eligible for mobile status While full-time remote work is available, frequent travel throughout western PA is required, and during the summer months, the Outdoor Program Specialist … Continue reading
Phipps’ Fall Flower Show: Hometown Harvest | Starting Sat., Oct. 7 for THREE WEEKS ONLY!
CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE TICKETS
New Board of Directors Elected for Pittsburgh Black Media Federation
The Pittsburgh Black Media Federation (PBMF) is gearing up for a new era with the announcement of its newly elected board of directors, following elections held on September 28, 2023. Deborah Todd, an associate opinion editor at The Hill, a … Continue reading