W. Kamau Bell, a talented Black comedian, writer, and filmmaker, visited Oakland School for the Arts on Thursday April 27. His Q & A with students from various pathways was intended to inspire them as well as show them the many brave, innovative things they can achieve with their art. By Daisha Williams Post News Group Intern W. Kamau Bell, a talented Black comedian, writer, and filmmaker, visited Oakland School for the Arts on Thursday April 27. His Q & A with students from various pathways was intended to inspire them as well as show them the many brave, innovative things they can achieve with
By Daisha Williams Post News Group Intern When Oakland School of the Arts students get a break from class, they frequently stop at their favorite hangouts for food and drinks in downtown Oakland, including three Black-owned spots, Dusk Coffee, Mama T’s, and Rare Blend Coffee. Black-owned businesses tend to be hard to find because they When Oakland School of the Arts students get a break from class, they frequently stop at their favorite hangouts for food and drinks in downtown Oakland, including three Black-owned spots, Dusk Coffee, Mama T’s, and Rare Blend Coffee. Black-owned businesses tend to be hard to find because they are hard to keep around. However students at Oakland School for the Arts (OSA) help keep these businesses around by visiting so frequently. |
A large community of unhoused people have been living in an empty lot at 1707 Wood Street. The city of Oakland would like to remove them as soon as possible so they can build 170 units of affordable housing there. If you live in Oakland or spend any considerable amount of time here, then you have probably seen this encampment at least a few times. The West Oakland community is estimated to include 200-300 individuals. They support each other in accessing food, water, medicine, clothing and other basic living necessities.
It’s that time again the application period has opened for City of Richmond Love Your Block Mini-Grants of up to $10,000 now through March 3. Applications are open to 501(c)3 organizations or those fiscally sponsored by one. | By Kathy Chouteau The Richmond Standard It’s that time again the application period has opened for City of Richmond Love Your Block Mini-Grants of up to $10,000 now through March 3. Applications are open to 501(c)3 organizations or those fiscally sponsored by one. The aim of the 2022-2024 grants is to fund projects that bring volunteers