In 2019, Barbara Boyd is still considered to be one of Indiana’s most distinguished journalists. However, her journey probably isn’t the way you imagined it. A stay-at-home mom and a secretary but with a degree from Indiana University, Boyd joined the WRTV 6 News Staff as a consumer reporter at age 40. From there, she seized her […]
Civic Duty are two words that come to mind, when thinking of Lacy Johnson. A life-long resident of Indianapolis, Indiana, Johnson was educated in Indianapolis public schools before earning his bachelor’s degree in political science and industrial management from Purdue University and a jurist doctorate from the Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law Since then […]
When it comes to successful business men in Indianapolis we can’t help but think of Charles S. Eberhardt, II. A graduate of Earlham College, where he received his bachelor’s degree, Eberhardt would go to later attended Boston University, where he received his Juris Doctorate and Masters in Business Administration. This steps to get his education setting the […]
Known for his business savvy and prolific involvement in the Indianapolis community, Bill Mays is still a name that Indy natives say and share proudly. Mays, a native of Evansville, Indiana who graduated from Indiana University, founded Indianapolis-based Mays Chemical Co. in 1980 as a one-man operation and grew it into one of the 20 […]
A visionary, pastor and artist, Dr. Leonard Scott has changed a lot of lives when it comes to Gospel music industry. As of half of Tyscot Records founded in 1976, his label stands as the oldest black-owned Gospel Recording label in the nation, responsible for introducing and growing artists like Ty Tribbett, Demetrius West and more! From […]
Manchild paid their dues in local clubs for most of the early and mid-’70s, before they were signed in 1977. Their funk and soul sound helped them to create their own niche that continues to inspire various artists today. Plus if that’s enough, out of the group’s alumnus, Kenneth Edmonds, aka Babyface, who became both […]
Reverend Charles Williams’ memory is one that seems to grow fonder with every passing summer in the city of Indianapolis, especially during the third week of July. As the president of Indiana Black Expo, Inc. (IBE) from 1983 to 2004, he was responsible for the restructuring of IBE, which is held annually and secures funds for […]
Bishop T. Garrott Benjamin Jr. has touched hundreds of thousands of lives throughout Central Indiana. For decades, he has been an advocate for justice and education for all, sharing his message from the pulpit, television screen, classroom and book pages. An author, Bishop Benjamin has written and released several books focusing on teaching and uplifting […]
Founded in Indiana by brothers Kevon and Melvin Edmonds along with friend Keith Mitchell, After 7 began as a trio intent on refining their live show at local venues. Since then the trio has taken the R&B charts by star multiple times with enduring hits such as “Heat of the Moment,” “Ready or Not,” and “Nights Like […]
Disturbed by seeing a man hungry on Thanksgiving Day, the late Rev. Mozel Sanders started feeding the hungry on Thanksgiving. Since his passing, it has grown to an annual tradition, where it aims to help feed about 40,000 people around Indianapolis each year. Just last year, nearly 2,000 people lent their time and effort to […]
Dr. Virginia Caine once said “it’s our responsibility to be prepared to protect the public health,” and since beginning her career in the medical field, she has become of most vocal and passionate public health advocate, starting with her own community, Indianapolis. As the current Marion County Public Health Director, Dr. Caine has continued to push the envelope […]
Known for his work at radio station WTLC, for his gospel recordings and for founding the StarQuest talent competition, you can’t mention the name Al Hobbs without acknowledging the lives that he changed. Hobbs, known as “The Bishop,” was known for his authoritative presence yet gentle spirit. A professional artist, announcer, meeting planner, event coordinator and successful […]