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The Light Series 13.12.2019

FAMU architecture student found calling creating decadent cheesecakes | The Light Series

Once upon a time Khari Hairston-El, a STEM prince, was steeped in mile-high books, studying formulas to be an architect at Florida A&M University. Then one day, a cheesecake genius showed him a recipe that brought smiles to many. Now, the prince of science is the King of Cheesecakes in a modest Kingdom right outside the L.A. empire.

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Percussionist and deejay, Phae became an event aficionado as an answer for struggling artists | The Light Series

Gig-after-gig, Jazmyn “Phae” Whyte grew tired of the hard grind to make ends meet. So she decided to curate events to empower … Keep Reading

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A beautiful birthing experience shed clarity on Monique Cowan’s purpose as a doula | The Light Series

Motherhood is sacred and the work of Monique Cowan, a doula, ensures that it remains that way. Focusing her practice to help … Keep Reading

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Slc’s Sacred Gemz: Adorning our ‘Already Beautiful’ existence | The Light Series

As creative beings, there is always the need to interpret the world as we see, hear, feel, and live it. So, how … Keep Reading

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Returning to Chicago from Africa, Safia Rashid decided to feed her people literally, so she launched an urban farm on the Southside | The Light Series

Living in Ghana, West Africa, was transformative for Safia Rashid and her family. When they returned to the US to live in … Keep Reading

Reflections on entrepreneurship | The Light Series

Published on December 9, 2019 in The Light Series by Joe Dafney

Being an entrepreneur is not an easy road. The glitz and glamour seen in media is a far cry from the daily business owner. Captured in Joe Dafney’s brutally honest essay on how he realized the sacrifices of an entrepreneur stripped him of his ego. Now, he reinvents himself.

‘V’ Lynn combines plant practices with justice to run her all natural company | The Light Series

Published on December 9, 2019 in The Light Series by Ark Republic News Desk

Using “homemade, handmade and heartmade” approaches to whip up some of the best body care and fermented kombucha drinks, Victoria “V” Lynn keeps the dirty south clean in mind, body and soul.

Years after a career in accounting, Chef Wanda Blake returned to her love of cooking and burns up the condiment industry with her Southern Chow Chow | The Light Series

Published on December 9, 2019 in The Light Series by Ark Republic News Desk

Wanda Blake’s plate is full. With her favorite calico apron and books of old southern recipes, the Bay Area chef shares her rich roots around the world. Whether she’s express mailing her chow chow to China or behind the scenes creating connections for foodies and Black chefs, her knife stays sharpened.

Mixing re-entry and art, Tuere Jones dug deep into her activist roots to rebuild and restore an oasis for formerly incarcerated NOLA residents | The Light Series

Published on December 8, 2019 in Ark Republic by Ark Republic News Desk

When Tuere Jones was left with the decision to take over leadership at a declining non-profit servicing the formerly incarcerated, she continued a critical program for New Orleans residents.

A career in entertainment is hard. Stay relevant for over 30 years as a woman emcee and it’s almost nonexistent . . . until you meet Roxanne Shanté | The Light Series

Published on December 8, 2019 in The Light Series by Ark Republic News Desk

For three decades, Roxanne Shanté has reinvented herself to remain in entertainment. One of the women emcees to do so, she captures our innovators highlight for our, The Light Series

Feeding the multitude: Pregnant Ph.D. candidate, Adrian Lipscombe who also runs a café, turned one ask into 5,000 loaves of bread for Standing Rock protestors | The Light Series

Published on December 7, 2019 in The Light Series by Ark Republic News Desk

Adrian Lipscombe was eight months pregnant and dissertating when she responded to a call to action to help thousands of DAPL protestors at Standing Rock eat a Thanksgiving meal. Now, her cafe is the heart of a Midwestern city and she still finds time to cook at the James Beard House.

Known by many as the Comic Con Don, Hannibal Tabu keeps representing Black creatives | The Light Series

Published on December 7, 2019 in The Light Series by Ark Republic News Desk

Award-winning journalist and comic book writer, published poet and comic reviewer will never sleep until comics properly represent its readers and the world.

Eyes Skyward: Johann Johnson finds focus in the impossible career as a Jamaican pilot | The Light Series

Published on December 6, 2019 in The Light Series by Johann Johnson

When he was a boy in the Caribbean, Johann Johnson dreamt of his days commandeering airplanes. Though the journey arduous, he is one of the few Jamaican pilots in the UK. In an Ark Republic exclusive, this innovator pens his journey.

Calm classrooms and radical education activism: Meet Crystal Williams, the special ed teacher who uses meditation to provide a trusting environment for her students, but waged a serious battle forcing the LAUSD Charter District to test for lead at schools | The Light Series

Published on December 5, 2019 in The Light Series by Ark Republic News Desk

Dedicated to a career in special needs education and student advocacy, special education teacher, Crystal Williams incorporated a technique of meditation in her class for students who suffered trauma. After immersing herself into more advocacy work, she discovered that her students might have been exposed to lead. Williams work forced Los Angeles Unified School District Charter School District to test their waters. The results showed, she was right.

Inspired by her time as a foster parent, Evelyn Coker writes book for teen girls | The Light Series

Published on December 3, 2019 in The Light Series by Ark Republic News Desk

From social worker to foster parent, and now to an author, Evelyn Coker gets inspiration to pen a book for young girls.

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