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LoveWorks Church Sunday Worship
UPMC | Life Changing Medicine
THE FRICK PITTSBURGH PRESENTS: Pittsburgh and the Great Migration: Black Mobility and the Automobile
Pittsburgh Regional Transit (PRT)
Learn & Earn | Summer Youth Employment Program | Application Dates: March 14 – June 3
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Mother’s Day Fashion Show and Dinner | Sunday, May 12th 2024 @Hotel Indigo, East Liberty
COMING SOON! Soul Pitt Media Health & Business Report Episode #74 | Interview with Dr. Sylvia Owusu-Ansah, Board Certified Pediatrician / Pediatric Emergency Physician, UPMC
PRT Bus Driver Hiring Event on May 10, 2024, 9 AM at Heinz Building
Pre-register by calling 412.566.5162
Cincinnati Music Festival at the Paycor Stadium July 25-27, 2024
CLICK HERE FOR ARTIST LINEUP, INFORMATION, AND TICKETS
HOPE on the Move, FLM Haiti’s annual 5K Walk and fun-a-thon on May 11
Haiti is in crisis! But we have hope! Presenting a 5K in Highland Park. Come walk, or run for Haiti! On Saturday, May 11th at 9 AM. Call 412.784.0342 or Visit flmhaiti.org/walk
Pittsburgh Regional Transit (PRT) Employment Opportunity | Associate Internal Auditor
Pittsburgh Regional Transit is seeking an Associate Internal Auditor to plan and execute moderately complex audit assignments for Port Authority of Allegheny County d/b/a Pittsburgh Regional Transit (PRT). Conducts reviews of portions of extensive audit assignments, prepares work papers to … Continue reading
Boys’ Summer Academy 2024 | Five FREE weeks of learning, earning and FUN!
To enroll or learn more: Contact Desmond Hargrove, Admissions Coordinator, at 412-608-0658 or dgrove0423@gmail.com
“Chronicles of the Praying Wife” New Release & Book Signing on May 25
CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE ON AMAZON
Soul Pitt Media Health & Business Report Episode #73 | Interview with Michael C. Nelson, CPP | Senior Manager of Security Operations, Duquesne Light Company
Join Craig as he discusses with Michael: 1) Michael, what career path did you take to obtain your current position with DLC? 2) Can you talk to our listeners about what duties your job with DLC entails? 3) Michael why … Continue reading
Pittsburgh Juneteenth Program Schedule
Make sure you visit: https://www.wpajuneteenth.com/ to get the latest info and our PROGRAM SCHEDULES for the 2024 Pittsburgh Juneteenth Homecoming Celebration… Spread the Word! ARTIST LIST PARADE SITE LOCATIONS
Pittsburgh Regional Transit (PRT) Employment Opportunity | Technical Writer
Pittsburgh Regional Transit is seeking a Technical Writer to, under general supervision, create and revise Pittsburgh Regional Transit’s (PRT) Maintenance technical documentation to communicate complex tasks and subjects. Research and field study subjects to be documented for review and official … Continue reading
2024 Onyx Woman Leadership Awards | Friday, May 10, 2024
Register at www.onyxwoman.com
Pittsburgh Regional Transit (PRT) Employment Opportunity | Supervisor of Customer Service
Pittsburgh Regional Transit is seeking a Supervisor of Customer Service to supervise the activities of the Customer Service/Relations staff; administration of the operation and training policies, procedures, and performance standards to the Customer Service/Relations staff; to resolve customer complaints and … Continue reading
Pittsburgh Regional Transit (PRT) Employment Opportunity | Claims Expeditor
Pittsburgh Regional Transit is seeking a Claims Expeditor to perform investigations and settlement of all property damage claims and property damage subrogation claims and other assignments as assigned by Claims Supervisor for Port Authority of Allegheny County d/b/a Pittsburgh Regional … Continue reading
UJAMAA Collective | A Cooperative Boutique for Local, National & Global Creatives
We are the largest retail store offering Black products in South Western PA and the Tri-State Area. Empowering a global community of artists, our featured collections are full of fair-trade, handmade and one-of-a-kind products that you will love! www.ujamaacollective.org
Virtual Community Conversation about the Lower Hill Redevelopment
JOIN US! Virtual Community Conversation about the Lower Hill Redevelopment Tuesday, April 30, 2024 | 6 PM Join the Lower Hill Development Team’s Buccini Pollin Group and Pittsburgh Penguins for an update about the Lower Hill District and to learn … Continue reading
The Wing & Mac Smackdown Part 2 | Apr 27, 2024, 6-10 PM at St. Benedict The Moor Center
Hosted by Mister Rice, the hottest host in the CITY!! Enjoy (10) Wing and (10) Mac n’ Cheese samples from contestants. Also, be ready to have a good time listening to DJ Hollywood, buying from vendors and much more! Be … Continue reading
A Much-Needed Resource by Debbie Norrell
If anyone thought there was not a need for the Monroeville Convention Center, they should have been in the area of the convention center this past weekend. Since I live close by, I still shop in the stores that are … Continue reading
Pittsburgh Regional Transit (PRT) Employment Opportunity | Senior Budget and Project Analyst
Pittsburgh Regional Transit is seeking a Senior Budget and Project Analyst to be responsible for managing and implementing the Engineering Department’s capital and operating budget development and project controls activities. Oversees preparation, analysis and monitoring of capital and operating budgets … Continue reading
Doing Business With Allegheny County: Thursday, April 18 I 5:00 PM-7:00 PM
Register now at AlleghenyCounty.us/econdev Registration is recommended
Training Coordinator Position with Girl Scouts Western PA
Training Coordinator Location: any office: Edinboro, Greensburg, Johnstown or Pittsburgh Starting Salary Range: $37,000-$39,000 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 Pennsylvania, we’re committed to … Continue reading
CITY CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL | Hurry, only a few seats left in the 9th Grade Fall Class—Apply Online Now!
2024 STVP Black Tie Honors Gala | MAY 17TH (7p-10p)
We kick-off our 2024 Festival season with the annual STVP Black Tie Honors Gala. Join us on FRIDAY MAY 17TH as we begin the celebration with a special night of elegance and tributes to our 2024 Honorees and highlight our … Continue reading
Pittsburgh Regional Transit (PRT) Employment Opportunity | Railcar Engineer
Pittsburgh Regional Transit is seeking a Railcar Engineer to be responsible for developing and managing capital projects and programs in support of Railcar Maintenance and the Operations Division of Port Authority of Allegheny County d/b/a Pittsburgh Regional Transit (PRT). Monitors … Continue reading
PA Department of Health | Keeping Patients and Families Safe (COVID-19)
Meet Amber Meeks, Corporate Banking Coordinator | First Commonwealth Bank
www.fcbanking.com
Caring Connections for YOUth | CC4YOUTH.ORG
A community-led initiative developed by the Black Girls Equity Alliance (BGEA) that provides access to supports and services to ANY YOUTH, up to age 18, living in Allegheny County, Pittsburgh, PA as a diversion to the Juvenile Justice and Child … Continue reading
Pittsburgh Regional Transit (PRT) Employment Opportunity | Associate Insurance Administrator
Pittsburgh Regional Transit is seeking an Associate Insurance Administrator to assist the Insurance Administrator in all aspects of overseeing administration of first party property, casualty services, data entry, filing, and other third-party services required to protect the interest of and … Continue reading
EMSDC | Engage. Connect. Grow. Impact
Visit our website for more information about EMSDC and the benefits of membership. www.emsdc.org
The PA Lottery Benefits Older Pennsylvanians, But How?
www.palottery.state.pa.us/Benefits-Info
Less debt? No sweat. | CCAC Summer classes enrolling now.
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The Passion of Mary Cardwell Dawson | Sat, Apr 27 – Sun, May 5, 2024 at Byham Theater
Interested in being certified as a Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE)? | Allegheny County Department of Equity and Inclusion (DEI)
For more information, visit: alleghenycounty.us/equity-inclusion Or contact us: DEI@alleghenycounty.us 412-350-4309
Hill Dance Academy Theatre Summer 2024 Intensives (June 24 – Aug 2)
For More Information, Call 412.925.3695 or visit https://www.5678hdat.org/summer
Free Jazz on Webster Bedford & Wandless on April 26 | Presented by The Morgan-Lee Arts Centre
THIS IS A FREE COMMUNITY EVENT For More Info, Call 412.925.3695 or visit https://www.5678hdat.org/events
DLC | We’re More Than Just a Utility. Read Our Partner Stories.
Spread Pride Not STIs. Get Tested. | Allegheny County Health Department Public Health Clinic
Pittsburgh Regional Transit (PRT) Employment Opportunity | Manager of Procurement
Pittsburgh Regional Transit is seeking a Manager of Procurement to manage Port Authority of Allegheny County d/b/a Pittsburgh Regional Transit (PRT)’s procurement of all commodities and services. This position will have a focus in any one of multiple departmental teams, … Continue reading
HACP | Good Tenants. Guaranteed Rent. | Housing Choice Voucher Program
WWW.HACP.ORG
Soul Pitt Media Health & Business Report Episode #72 | Interview with Dr. Jacqueline L. Young, Executive Director: The Jazz Workshop, Inc.
Join Craig as he discusses with Dr. Young: 1) Dr. Young, how long has The Jazz Workshop, Inc. been in existence? 2) Last year you celebrated Jazz Workshop, Inc’s 50th year. What was that like? 3) How did the pandemic … Continue reading
Advancing Black Arts in Pittsburgh Awardees | PittsburghFoundation.org
Learn about the 2023 awardees at PittsburghFoundation.org
GatewayRehab | #CareersThatCreateChange | Join Our Team Today
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
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
Take a peek inside.
A Mother’s Love By Debbie Norrell
Perhaps I should have saved this column for Mother’s Day, but the subject is trending now, so I decided to go for it. If you are a social media or news junkie, I’m sure you have been watching the news … 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
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
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
Gettysburg | For the people. | Voted Most Welcoming Town in America by Booking.com
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CCPGH Free Job Training for Long-Term Careers | $20/Hr Avg. Pay
412-456-6989 JOBTRAINING@CCPGH.ORG
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
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
THANK YOU to our Advertisers!
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
[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
Eastern MSDC ROAR MOSAIC on April 2, 2024 at Sheraton Pittsburgh Hotel at Station Square
www.emsdcROAR.org
Majors Mobile Detailing Birthday Club
www.MajorsMobile.com 412.728.8833
Pittsburgh Regional Transit’s new Ready2Ride® mobile ticketing app
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
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
www.facebook.com/AlleghenyCountyDEI
Carnegie Science Center | On Pittsburgh’s North Shore
Get tickets at CarnegieScienceCenter.org
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
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
