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Author Archives: D. Kevin McNeir – Senior Editor

Dominic Kevin McNeir is an award-winning journalist with more than 25 years of service for the Black Press (NNPA). Prior to moving East to assist his aging parents in their struggles with Alzheimer’s, the native Detroiter engineered the transformation of The Miami Times resulting in its being named the NNPA’s “Publication of the Year” in 2011. The award counts as one of several dozen community service and industry-related awards he’s received in his career. He currently serves as senior editor for The Washington Informer. There, in nation’s capital, he displays a keen insight for developing front page news as it unfolds within the Greater Washington Area, capturing the crucial facts and facets of today’s ever-changing political arena, fast-paced business world and exciting sports and entertainment venues. The former elementary and high school teacher, and adjunct professor at both the undergraduate and graduate levels, he has degrees from The University of Michigan, Emory University and Princeton Theological Seminary. In 2020, he received First Place for Weekly Newspaper, Commentary & Criticism, Society of Professional Journalists (SPJ), Washington, D.C. Pro Chapter. In 2021, SPJ recognized his work in the same category – this time selecting him as one of several finalists.

Learn more about him at www.dkevinmcneir.com, Facebook – Kevin McNeir, Twitter - @mcneirdk, LinkedIn – D. Kevin McNeir or email: mcneirdk@washingtoninformer.com.

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Two Talented Actresses Tackle a Titillating Role in ‘Tina’ Musical 

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The delightfully entertaining production “Tina: The Tina Turner Musical” counts as one that you simply do not want to miss.

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EDITOR’S COLUMN: Technological Advances Can Be a Godsend or a Pain in the Butt

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Students from Howard University witness the power behind a new film about the life of Emmett Till. (Robert R. Roberts/The Washington Informer)
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Provocative New Film ‘Till’ Elicits Myriad of Emotions from Howard University Students

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EDITOR’S COLUMN: Kids Embrace Arthur, Kermit and SpongeBob, Even if They’re Gay, Until Taught Otherwise

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Prince George's County Executive Angela Alsobrooks gives the county’s annual State of the Economy address at MGM National Harbor casino resort on June 7. (Robert R. Roberts/The Washington Informer)
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Critical Disparity Study Provides Roadmap to Equity in Opportunity

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Prince George's County Executive Angela Alsobrooks speaks to the press. (Robert R. Roberts/The Washington Informer)
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Alsobrooks: County’s Youth Curfew Yields Positive Results as Parents Lend Their Support

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A scene from the provocative comedy “Ain’t No Mo” provides a hilarious spoof on the popular “Housewives” televised series and counts as one of a kaleidoscope of sketches in the play. The comedy, written by Jordan E. Cooper, continues at the Woolly Mammoth Theatre Company in Northwest through Oct. 9. (Courtesy of Woolly Mammoth)
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Jordan E. Cooper’s ‘Ain’t No Mo’ Will Push You to the Edge of Your Comfort Zone

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EDITOR’S COLUMN: Curfew or No Curfew? I Never Had a Chance to Choose 

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The cast of “Unforgettable” during an emotional moment when the family begins to suspect that the matriarch, Mama D (LeJeune Thompson), may be suffering from a form of dementia (DJ Corey Photography via Woolly Mammoth Theatre Company)
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Garrett Davis’ Riveting Play ‘Unforgettable’ Shows How Dementia Affects the Entire Family

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Nicole Austin-Hillery Takes the Helm as CBCF’s New President and CEO

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