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Henry Blair is the second African-American to be granted a patent. He modernized agriculture when he invented mechanical corn and cotton planters in the 1830s. His inventions made farming significantly more efficient. (Courtesy photo)

Henry Blair: 19th Century Inventor and Agricultural Pioneer

by Richard D. Elliott February 19, 2025February 19, 2025

County Council Chair Jolene Ivey (D-District 5) announced her candidacy for the at-large special election shortly after the Maryland Municipal League conference. Her campaign focuses include public safety and pursuing federal and state grants. (Anthony Tilghman/The Washington Informer)

Prince George's County

Prince George’s County Political Updates

by Richard D. Elliott February 19, 2025February 19, 2025

Dr. Meena Seshamani is awaiting a Maryland Senate confirmation to learn if she will officially be the new health secretary, after being appointed by Gov. Wes Moore. She is a Johns Hopkins-trained surgeon and previously worked with the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. (Courtesy photo)

Maryland Local, Political Updates

by Richard D. Elliott February 19, 2025February 19, 2025

Students from 18 different middle schools compete in the D.C. City-Wide Cluster Bees on Feb. 6. (Ja'Mon Jackson/The Washington Informer)

D.C. Students Meet During Cluster Bees; 30 Winners Advance to Citywide Competition

by Richard D. Elliott and Sam Plo Kwia Collins Jr. February 12, 2025February 28, 2025

County Council Chair Jolene Ivey (D-District 5) announced her candidacy for the at-large special election shortly after the Maryland Municipal League conference. Her campaign focuses include public safety and pursuing federal and state grants. (Anthony Tilghman/The Washington Informer)

Prince George's County

County Council Chair Jolene Ivey Withdraws From County Executive Race

by Richard D. Elliott February 12, 2025February 12, 2025

Candidates met for a forum on Feb. 10, hosted by The Arc of Prince George's County, PG Provider Council, and the Prince George’s County Commission for Individuals with Disabilities in Riverdale. Ron Hunt, who has touted his lengthy service in local advocacy, is pictured holding the mic. (Anthony Tilghman/The Washington Informer)

Prince George's County

Prince George’s County Political Updates

by Richard D. Elliott February 12, 2025February 13, 2025

Nannie Helen Burroughs opened the National Training School for Women and Girls, offering Black women an opportunity to get education and job training in D.C. She also gave the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. speaking opportunities and encouragement during the earliest stages of the Civil Rights Movement. (Courtesy photo)

Nannie Helen Burroughs: Champion of Education for Black Women

by Richard D. Elliott, Sam Plo Kwia Collins Jr. and Stacy M. Brown February 12, 2025February 13, 2025

**FILE** Maryland Gov. Wes Moore is working to address the state’s budget challenges and the concerns some residents have with President Donald Trump’s return to the Oval Office. Moore delivered his third annual State of the State address on Feb. 5, where he discussed the details of his budget proposal and efforts to protect the state from Trump administration policies that could be detrimental for Maryland residents. (Robert R. Roberts/The Washington Informer)

Gov. Wes Moore Gives Third State of the State Address

by Richard D. Elliott February 7, 2025February 7, 2025

Bayard Rustin (right) and Eugene Reed (Courtesy photo)

Bayard Rustin: A Legendary Organizer for Civil and Labor Rights

by Richard D. Elliott February 5, 2025February 6, 2025

As of Jan. 30, a new Patient First is now open in Capitol Heights, offering urgent and primary care for those who don’t have a regular physician. It will be open year-round from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. (Anthony Tilghman/The Washington Informer)

Prince George's County

Prince George’s County Local Updates

by Richard D. Elliott February 5, 2025February 5, 2025

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