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Historic Fairview Park | By Marcia Liggett

During an era where segregation was openly thriving in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, many African Americans created lasting fond memories at Fairview Park. It became a place of recreation and entertainment for African Americans who, at the time, were not permitted to … Continue reading

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SPQ Business Spotlight: Jamal Etienne-Harrigan | By Evangelist Terina J. Hicks

Terina J. Hicks: What is the name of your company, and what services or products do you offer? Jamal Etienne-Harrigan: The Smokey City’s 412 BBQ is the name of the company. We split the brands we offer, with 412 BBQ … Continue reading

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Minding Your Business: Structured Strategies LLC | By Dessie Bey

“Whether it’s in a training workshop, one-on-one coaching or during an action-oriented strategy session, clients will leave with the necessary tools and insight needed to address specific issues and can expect to be inspired and re-energized.” Structured Strategies works to … Continue reading

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We Got Issues: Oodles O’ Noodles Babies | by Pierre Pinson

The chow hall was serving pork for dinner. I crushed up two packs of noodles and poured them into my bowl. I realized that I had been eating noodles since I was a small child. With my pops missing in … Continue reading

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SPQ Music Scene: Nicole Mitchell Gantt, Hail to Pitt!! | By Brian Suber

                      On July 1, 2019, the University of Pittsburgh’s Music Department embarks on a new era. On this date, the university will introduce the William S. Dietrich II Endowed Chair … Continue reading

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An Offering: Green Empress Juice Spot and Diasporic Boutique | by Dessie Bey

  “I was told I had cells that were becoming cancerous. I went on a two-week juice cleanse and decided to be vegan. When I revisited the doctor, my cells were normal and I had optimal health,” said Ebony Naimah … Continue reading

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Something OLD…Something NEW |The Project Love Coalition by Sheila Beasley

This article was first published in Soul Pitt Quarterly Print Magazine (Winter 2019). Copyright Soul Pitt Media. All Rights Reserved. Click article for larger view.

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Khamil Scantling | Transplants Transforming Pittsburgh

This article was first published in Soul Pitt Quarterly Print Magazine (Winter 2019). Copyright Soul Pitt Media. All Rights Reserved.

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Quarterly Food Roundup by Briana White

Hey Yall! I decided to switch up this article a little bit. You know that show that airs on The Food Network, “The Best Thing I Ate Last Week”? This article is similar to that but, it will be the … Continue reading

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Spotlight on First Lady Melinda McCoy of Christ Temple Ministries | By Evangelist Terina J. Hicks

I love the fact that Pastor’s wives are all so different, but their goal and purpose is the same. That is to serve not only as a prayer covering for their husbands as they go forth in ministry as the … Continue reading

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