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Compton celebrates Black History Month
Hundreds gather to celebrate Black History Month in Compton. Oscar winners and other notable Compton natives convened for an event to honor Black culture along with a special YouTube screening.
COMPTON—The City of Compton celebrated Black History Month with a dynamic and im-mersive event at the Douglas F. Dollarhide Center. This year’s event featured a wide range of activities and attractions, including art exhibits, special honoring ceremonies, giveaways, a kids’ zone, and more.
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A good night at the NAACP Image Awards
A good night at the NAACP Image Awards
A good night at the NAACP Image Awards
“Compton’s Black History Month celebration was truly a triumph, bringing together our community to celebrate the rich cultural heritage of our city. I am proud of our city for coming together to make this event such a resounding success and I look forward to continuing to celebrate and preserve our cultural heritage in the years to come,” said Mayor Emma Sharif.
The 54th NAACP Image Awards took place at the Pasadena Civic Auditorium in Pasadena, California, on Feb. 25, 2023. Individuals were honored in many categories, including literacy, filmmaking, activism, sports, music, and acting. Honoree included Angela Bassett (Black Panther: Wakanda Forever), Viola Davis (The Woman King), and Serena Williams (Jackie Robinson Sports Award).
