BJTS 2-23-23

1)Elizabeth Jones and Yolanda Harrison. Two Little Rock mothers making it their mission to put an end to violence in Little Rock. Elizabeth Jones’ son was 25-year-old Kentarius Scott, who was shot and killed on Aug. 29, 2020 in the parking lot of Twin Peaks on Shackleford Drive. Yolanda Harrison, son, 20-year-old Devan Sprawling, was shot and killed on Nov. 30, 2018, on Fair Park Boulevard in Little Rock. Both Moms talk about bring unity and love back to our communities and stopping the senseless shootings.

2)Bishop, Kenneth L. Robinson and friends brings us “ Gospel according to Jazz” featuring Rodney Block, Mike Walker, Marquis Hunt, Lady Kenbria and the Girls along with the Bishop and is group Chosen. This Sunday 6pm at the Four Points by Sheraton in Midtown. Tickets available at the door.

3)Teresa Timmons and BK Simmons to talk about this Saturday’s UAMS Mid-South Black Expo happening at The Venue at Westwind for 9am to 3pm. This event is all about celebrating the rich diversity and entrepreneurship of Black culture a full day of food, music, and fun showcasing amazing local businesses, talented artists, and musicians, and connect with our community. Whether you’re interested in networking, supporting Black-owned businesses, health screenings or just having a good time, the 2023 UAMS Midsouth Black Expo is the place to be. for more information visit: UAMSMidsouthBlackExpo on Facebook.

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BJTS 6-19-25

BJTS 6-19-25

George Cotton, UAPB Vice Chancellor of Institutional Advancement, announced that the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff (UAPB) will host the second annual Juneteenth in the Bluff: Arts & Culture Festival on Friday, June 20th  5p.m. to 11p.m. in Pine Bluff’s downtown Delta Rhythm and Bayous Cultural District at 3rd & Main Streets. The festival, sponsored…

BJTS 6-12-25

BJTS 6-12-25

Reverend Willie Wade and Diablo Coleman invite the public to the Hot Springs Juneteenth Celebration taking place this Saturday from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM at 112 Orange Street in Hot Springs. The celebration will include a historical reflection on the origins of Juneteenth and a keynote address from Reverend Dr. Chris Jones. This year’s…

BJTS 6-5-25

BJTS 6-5-25

Fitzs Hill with Arkansas Baptist College (ABC) a private Baptist-affiliated, historically Black college in Little Rock. Founded in 1884 as the Minister’s Institute, ABC was initially funded by the Colored Baptists of the State of Arkansas. It is the only historically Black Baptist college west of the Mississippi River. Summer and fall semesters are coming…

BJT 5-23-25

BJT 5-23-25

Maria Hollowell, president of the Little Rock NAACP, along with event chair Carla Williams and Michael Nellum of Phi Beta Sigma, inviting the community to the NAACP End of School Year Bash. The event takes place next Saturday, May 31, from 11:00 AM until 3:00 PM at Watson Elementary School. Families can enjoy free food,…

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