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by Sharon Lewis In March, during the festivities of St. Patrick’s Day, there’s a quieter yet significant observance deserving of recognition….
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By Pastor Larry Frazier I heard an interesting story on the news some time ago. There was a Marine Corps sergeant…
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By Vince Robinson The African American Archives Auxiliary and African American Initiatives at the Western Reserve Historical Society partnered with the…
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By Larry Frazier Preaching is one of the major things that church attendees talk about—some people make their choice of church…
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By Sheila Ferguson Recently, several Cleveland Metropolitan School District (CMSD) parents contacted The Cleveland Observer (TCO) to see how school districts…
by Tanisha Pruitt Policy Matters Ohio The pandemic took a toll on Americans from all walks of life, especially school children…
By Tonya Sams August is here and we will soon hear the ringing of school bells. But preparing for the new…
The Cleveland Observer is looking to form a student news desk. This college-level news desk team will report on topics…
By Devon Jones As a part of our mission, The Cleveland Observer seeks to uplift and support minority-owned businesses in or…
By Sheila Ferguson This tribute is for one of Hough’s own, Mrs. Tahirah Mujahid, a coworker and colleague for over 20…
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By Sheila Ferguson On July 29, 2023, Jacqueline Larkins officially retired as the proprietor of Café Phix-Midtown in Cleveland’s Ward 7….
By Sharon A. Lewis Each year minority people from all walks of life achieve “firsts” and there is no doubt it…
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Staff Writer A comprehensive analysis released March 20, 2024 by the Congressional Budget Office (CBO) forecasts a grim outlook for Social…
By Ray’Chel Wilson Medicaid can be a lifesaver for many, but what if your income is too high to qualify? That’s…
Most consumers know that credit scores and bankruptcies can impact their financial well-being but don’t understand how. Credit scores can…
Guest Writer Discover the straightforward path to a prosperous retirement with Individual Retirement Accounts (IRAs). This guide builds on our previous…
Guest Writer Uncover the Ohio Retirement Credit, a lesser-known yet valuable tax benefit for retirees in Ohio. This credit offers a…
By Vince Robinson In a recent gathering hosted by the City Club of Cleveland, titled “The Changing Landscape of Arts and…
By Ron Calhoun The City of Cleveland is pushing to increase the population in Cleveland, buzz word “Density” by promoting development….
An editorial by Sheila Ferguson It took me years to realize that “going with the flow” was an age-old universal concept….
An Editorial by Sheila Ferguson “The generous man will be prosperous, and he who waters will himself be watered.” -Proverbs 11:25 I…
An Editorial by Sheila Ferguson Many African Americans are proud that their ancestors forged the Civil Rights movement. They stood up…
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