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(LITTLE ROCK) – Since 2011, the Arkansas Democratic Black Caucus (ADBC) has awarded deserving college students attending historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs) in Arkansas a $500 scholarship.  This year two students will be presented at the 15th Annual King Kennedy Awards scheduled this Saturday, February 9, 2019 at the Metroplex Event Center, 10800 Colonel Glenn Road, Little Rock at 6:00 p.m. This year’s recipients include Leah C. Freene, a junior at Philander Smith College majoring in sociology Arlauna Sanders, a senior attending the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff majoring in Biology.…continue reading →

(LITTLE ROCK) – Nine Arkansans who have positively impacted the state are set to be honored by the Arkansas Democratic Black Caucus at the 15th Annual King Kennedy Awards. In celebration of Black History Month, this event is scheduled for Saturday, February 9, 2019 at the Metroplex, 10800 Colonel Glenn Road, Little Rock at 6:00 p.m. This year’s honorees include: Irma Hunter Brown Women’s Leadership Award P. Renee’ Ikegulu-Harris, Bradley Engineer and former Mayor of Bradley Thomas E. Patterson Education Award Dr. Anika T. Whitfield, Little Rock Public School and Human Justice Activist…continue reading →

The Arkansas Democratic Black Caucus is excited to open the nomination process for the 2019 King Kennedy awards.  This year’s King Kennedy Dinner will be held Saturday, February 9, 2019 at the Metroplex Event Center in Little Rock. The deadline for submissions is December 28, 2018.  There are five categories and they include: The Irma Hunter Brown Women’s Leadership Award - This award will be presented to a woman of color who fights to make sure that gender bias is overcome by competence, commitment and courage. The Thomas E. “Pat” Patterson Educational Award -…continue reading →

Hey Democrats! Let’s kick start the holiday season with a free Christmas party hosted by your friends from the Democratic Party of Arkansas and the Arkansas Democratic Black Caucus. Enjoy the soulful sounds of Nicky Parrish, mingle with your fellow Dems and, while you at it write a check for $25 to become a member of the Black Caucus for 2019. Lifetime membership is $150. https://www.facebook.com/events/2207017596286814/continue reading →

(LITTLE ROCK, AR) The Arkansas Democratic Black Caucus (ADBC), an auxiliary unit of the Arkansas Democratic Party, elected new officers on Saturday, August 25, 2018 at Shorter College in North Little Rock. Debrah Mitchell of North Little Rock was elected president. “I’m excited and honored to serve. It is my desire to help bring a new vision and energy to the Black Caucus. With roughly 70 days until midterm elections, we have a great deal of work to do and I look forward to working with the newly elected leadership team to help…continue reading →

(LITTLE ROCK) – Vice Chair of the Democratic National Committee and New York State Assemblyman of the 79th district in the Bronx, Michael Blake will serve as the keynote speaker for the 14th Annual King-Kennedy Dinner. “Assemblyman Blake is a dynamic, youthful trailblazer in the Democratic Party and we are grateful to have him in Arkansas,” said Arkansas Democratic Black Caucus President Ted Davis. “He played a dominate role in the election and in the administration of President Barack Obama. Assemblyman Blake’s focus is on strengthening minority-women-owned businesses to have greater access to…continue reading →

(LITTLE ROCK) - Eight Arkansans who have positively impacted the state are set to be honored by the Arkansas Democratic Black Caucus at the 14th Annual King-Kennedy Dinner on Saturday, April 14, 2018 at the Metroplex Event Center, 10800 Colonel Glenn Road in Little Rock, AR. A VIP reception begins at 5:30 p.m. with the dinner following at 7 p.m. This year’s honorees include: Irma Hunter Brown Women’s Leadership Award Kandi N. Hughes, Esq., Little Rock Attorney at Southwest Power Pool Thomas E. Patterson Education Award Lloyd Jackson, Hot Springs Deputy Superintendent of…continue reading →

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