JACKSONVILLE — The international students at Jacksonville State University hosted a traditional African cultural event called Afro Gye Ani Wednesday night for onlookers. The event is modeled after an African music festival called “Afrochella,” and was put on at the International House, according to the International Student Organization president Bless… Read More
Related Posts
Juneteenth celebrations expand in the River Parishes LObservateur
LAPLACE -- The St. John the Baptist Parish community was among the first in the state to commemorate Juneteenth. Since Juneteenth became a federal holiday, local celebrations have expanded into…
Louisiana folklorist Mississippi blues musician among 2023 National Heritage Fellows
NEW ORLEANS -- Louisiana folklorist Nick Spitzer and Mississippi blues musician R.L. Boyce are among nine 2023 National Heritage Fellows set to be celebrated later this month by the National…
Louisiana folklorist and Mississippi blues musician among 2023 National Heritage Fellows FOX 28 Spokane
NEW ORLEANS (AP) -- Louisiana folklorist Nick Spitzer and Mississippi blues musician R.L. Boyce are among nine 2023 National Heritage Fellows set to be celebrated later this month by the…