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The Des Moines School district hires Ian Roberts as its first Black superintendent
The state's largest school district, Des Moines, hires its first Black superintendent. He'll begin on July 1.
Congratulations to Drake University’s John Dee Bright College graduate, Abena Imhotep
Black Iowa News would like to congratulate all the graduates of 2023 — and one special graduate we wrote about in 2021.
Send Black Iowa News your Juneteenth events
Juneteenth marks June 19, 1865, when the last enslaved Black people in Galveston, Texas, learned of their freedom.
Spotlight on Athene’s Black & Brown Business Summit
The third Athene Black & Brown Business Summit will be held April 20-21, in West Des Moines. The event features a pitch competition and more.
Having a Juneteenth event?
Juneteenth marks June 19, 1865, when the last enslaved Black people in Galveston, Texas, learned of their freedom.
Workshop aims to improve relations between police and the community
A local Black law enforcement group will hold a workshop for individuals, teens and organizations on Saturday in Des Moines.
Requiring asset test on SNAP benefits bill subject of hearing at Iowa Capitol
A proposed bill requiring an asset test to receive SNAP benefits could mean thousands of Iowans would no longer be eligible.
Iowa Stage Theatre Company debuts ‘Trouble in Mind,’ local actor Davida Williams directs
Alice Childress' 1955 play "Trouble in Mind" features Blacks actors working with a white theater. The play runs through April 9 in Des Moines.
Iowa Democratic Black Caucus holds virtual meeting
The Iowa Democratic Black Caucus, which advocates for Black Iowans within the Iowa Democratic Party, will meet virtually on March 5.