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‘We’ve Come This Far By Faith.’

Destiny of Faith Church celebrates 15 years of ministry

REVEREND DR. BRENDA J. GREGG, CENTER, IN WHITE, IS PASTOR OF DESTINY OF FAITH CHURCH IN BRIGHTON HEIGHTS.

by Renee P. Aldrich For New Pittsburgh Courier

In 2010, Rev. Dr. Brenda J. Gregg brought together nine individuals to join her in prayer at her home

to pray for discernment around the idea of planting a new church in Pittsburgh. They held these prayer sessions for a year, out of which came the vision and mission for what

would be the new church.

In those early days of persevering, with no permanent home, they would hold services first at the Project Destiny building on California Avenue on

the North Side. Then, they rented a site on Federal Street. The prayer warriors, Jammie Albert, Kevin and Melissia Ford, Robert and Rhonda Jennings, Rev. Annette Joel,

and Reginald and Gwendolyn Murphy, would end up being the founding Elders of Destiny of Faith.

By this time, Pastor Gregg had been back in Pittsburgh two years; she

had taken on the role as Executive Director of the non-profit she previously founded, Project Destiny, serving families and chilSEE DESTINY A5

Chace’s Cafe leaves South Side, relocates to Braddock Hills Owner not happy with the South Side

by Rob Taylor Jr. Courier Staff Writer

Pete Henderson, owner of Chace's Cafe, the longtime Black-owned restaurant, had his share of ups and downs at 301 East Carson Street, South Side.

Primarily he would be open for breakfast and lunch, serving a plethora of African American consumers as well as people of other ethnicities, many of whom would grab a meal before or during work, as a number of businesses were within walking distance of the restaurant.

On the flip side, Chace's Cafe had been a target for break-ins and vandalism.

During an exclusive interview with the New Pittsburgh Courier, Aug.

10, 2026, Henderson didn't detail any single incident or issue that, after more than a decade at the South Side location, prompted him to leave the South Side and relocate to a location at the Braddock Hills Shopping Center. But he did tell the Courier: "To be honest, I was having struggles trying to make it work on the South Side.

It wasn't beneficial to me at all."

Henderson continued: "I didn't get the help from the (South Side) Chamber of Commerce; people didn't actually know I was there unless you knew who I was. The help down there wasn't really, what I SEE CHACE’S A3

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The troubled history behind the anthem

by The Positive Community Black Press USA Wire

“The Star-Spangled Banner” is one of the most recognizable patriotic songs in American life, performed at ballparks, government ceremonies, military events and countless other gatherings. Yet the history behind the anthem is considerably more complicated than the familiar first verse suggests.

Written by Francis Scott Key in 1814 after he witnessed the British bombardment of Fort McHenry, the song emerged from a nation at war while slavery remained firmly embedded in American society.

Key was a prominent lawyer and poet from Maryland who owned enslaved people and held deeply conservative views about slavery. The Smithsonian describes him as a slaveholder and a staunch advocate of slavery, noting the contradiction between his celebration of a “land of the free” and his own position on human bondage. His views are an important part of understanding the man who wrote America’s national anthem.

The circumstances that produced the song were dramatic. During the War of 1812, Key traveled to Baltimore to help negotiate the release of an American prisoner. He was aboard a ship where he could watch the British attack on Fort McHenry. When daylight revealed that the American flag was still flying over the fort, Key began writing the words that became “The Defence of Fort M’Henry.” The song was later renamed “The Star-Spangled Banner.”

What many Americans rarely hear is that Key originally wrote four stanzas. Today, the first stanza is overwhelmingly the portion performed as the national anthem.

The remaining verses have largely disappeared from public performances, even though they provide additional context about Key’s political and racial

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worldview. The Library of Congress notes that the third stanza has generated particular controversy because of its reference to “hireling and slave.”

That language becomes especially troubling when placed against the history of the War of 1812. During the conflict, Britain recruited formerly enslaved Black Americans into the Colonial Marines by offering freedom. Some enslaved people viewed the British as an opportunity to escape bondage and fight for their own liberation. Key’s third stanza celebrates the defeat of Britain’s forces while referring to “the hireling and slave,” language that has long been criticized for its racial implications.

There is, however, an important historical qualification. Scholars do not agree completely about exactly whom Key meant by the words in the third stanza. The Library of

generations, it became a national symbol whose meaning was interpreted differently by different communities. For some Americans, it represents military sacrifice and national survival; for others, its history raises painful questions about whose freedom was being celebrated and whose freedom was being denied.

The song did not officially become America’s national anthem until March 3, 1931, more than a century after Key wrote it. By then, Americans had transformed the song into a national symbol far larger than its original wartime setting. That history is worth remembering because national symbols are not frozen in time. They can acquire new meanings as generations confront the contradictions contained within the nation’s past.

For Black Americans in particular, the history

A PAINTING DEPICTING FRANCIS SCOTT KEY aboard the British ship HMS Tonnant viewing Fort McHenry during the Battle of Baltimore on Sept. 14, 1814. (Ed Vebell/Getty Images) Congress explains that the “slave” reference may have specifically targeted formerly enslaved people who joined the British Colonial Marines, but it could also have referred more broadly to British forces. That uncertainty should be acknowledged rather than presenting one interpretation as an indisputable fact.

The contradiction between Key’s celebration of freedom and his support for slavery was not invisible during his own lifetime.

Abolitionists criticized the hypocrisy of praising America as “the land of the free” while slavery continued to exist.

The Smithsonian notes that Key himself faced criticism and that his complicated relationship with slavery became part of the song’s historical legacy.

Key’s racial attitudes extended beyond his ownership of enslaved people.

Historical accounts describe him as an opponent of abolition and as someone whose ideas about Black Americans were deeply shaped by the racial hierarchy of his era.

This makes it difficult to separate the anthem entirely from the society and political beliefs of the man who wrote it. At the same time, historical context does not require Americans to abandon every meaning that later generations have attached to the song.

That distinction is important because “The Star-Spangled Banner” eventually acquired meanings that went beyond Key’s intentions.

During the Civil War, the song became increasingly associated with Union patriotism. Over subsequent

of the anthem can create a complicated emotional response. Singing about a “land of the free” while remembering that millions of Black people were enslaved when Key wrote the words presents a contradiction that cannot simply be ignored. The controversial third stanza makes that contradiction even more difficult because of its reference to enslaved people and the British forces offering freedom.

Understanding the full history of “The Star-Spangled Banner” does not require telling Americans what they must feel when they hear it. It does require honesty. Francis Scott Key created a song that became one of the country’s most powerful patriotic symbols, but he was also a slaveholder and an advocate of a system fundamentally opposed to the freedom celebrated in his famous words. The anthem’s history therefore contains both patriotism and contradiction—a reminder that America’s national story is not simply about the ideals it proclaimed, but also about the people who were denied those ideals and the continuing struggle to make “freedom” a reality for everyone.

Based on reporting by The Positive Community.

(Originally published by Black Press USA Wire—https:// thepositivecommunit y. c o m / 2 0 2 6 / 0 8 / 1 0 / the-troubled-history-behind-anthem/)

1791—Benjamin Banneker writes a letter to Secretary of State (later president) Thomas Jefferson denouncing slavery. In his letter, Banneker declared, “I freely and cheerfully acknowledge that I am of the African race” and then precedes to label America’s recently achieved freedom from England a “hypocrisy” as long as Blacks continued to suffer under “groaning captivity and cruel oppression.” Banneker was a Black activist against slavery even though he is generally recognized for his mathematical achievements, designing one of the first clocks made in America and laying out the nation’s capital after Pierre L’Enfant abandoned the job.

1954—African American diplomat Ralph Bunch is named Undersecretary of the United Nations. Bunch had already received the Nobel Peace Prize (1950) for his work as a U.N. negotiator during the Arab-Israeli war of 1948-1949. Bunch would later become U.N. Secretary General. He was born in Detroit but raised in Los Angeles.

• AUGUST 20

1619—This is the most probable date that Black History in America begins. Approximately 20 Africans (the records of the day referred to them as “20 and odd Negras”) arrived in Jamestown, Va., aboard a Dutch ship. It appears the Africans were sold as indentured servants who could work and earn their freedom. Little is known about the group except that the Dutch had stolen them from a Spanish slave ship which was probably headed for the Caribbean or South America. Few names survive. But one of the men was called Anthony (or Antonio) and one of the women was called Isabella. The available records indicate the ship arrived in Jamestown in the latter part of August. Other records and some speculation have led most historians to believe the actual arrival date was Aug. 20, 1619—the beginning of Black history in America.

1830—The first National Negro Convention is held. It takes place in Philadelphia and is chaired by Richard Allen, founder of the African Methodist Episcopal Church. Top on the agenda of the gathering was what could free Blacks do to help bring an end to slavery.

1942—Musician, composer, singer, songwriter Isaac Hayes is born on this day in Covington, Tenn.

• AUGUST 21

1831—The Nat Turner slave rebellion begins in Southampton, Va. It was the best organized and most deadly slave revolt in American history. The charismatic Turner brought together between 50 and 70 Blacks (some slave and some free) to launch his revolt prompted by what he saw as a vision from God. As many as 70 Whites (men, women and children) were killed during a two-day period. It took the local militia and a detachment of federal troops to put down the rebellion. However, Turner, known as “the Prophet” by his followers was not captured until Oct. 30. He was hanged on Nov. 11, 1831.

Interestingly, he became known as “Turner” after the rebellion. During his life, he was simply known as Nat and was considered a brilliant, selftaught man. After the rebellion, Virginia passed a law making it illegal to teach a Black person how to read and write.

1904—Jazz pianist and bandleader William “Count” Basie is born on this day in Red Bank, N.J. 1936—Basketball legend Wilt “The Stilt” Chamberlain is born in Philadelphia, Pa. The 7’1” phenomenon had an amazing NBA career including being the only player to score 100 points in a single game. Chamberlain died in October 1999.

• AUGUST 22

1791—The Haitian Revolution begins. It was the most successful Black slave revolt in world history. Led by Toussaint L’Ouverture, a trusted house slave who initially opposed the rebellion, the slaves defeated the mighty French army led by Napoleon.

They also defeated a contingent of British troops. However, L’Ouverture was tricked into attending a “peace” conference where he was captured and would later die in prison. It fell to one of his lieutenants, Jean-Jacques Dessalines, to complete the struggle and declare the island nation an independent republic on Jan. 1, 1804.

1843—A National Convention of Black Men takes place in Buffalo, N.Y. The militant abolitionist Henry Highland Garnett called for a slave revolt and for free Blacks to launch a nationwide strike in support of the revolt. But a more moderate Frederick Douglas opposed Garnett’s plan out of fear of potential violence.

Panther Party 1989—Black co-founder Huey P. Newton is gunned down in California. He was killed by a 24-year-old member of the Black Guerilla drug gang. The reason for the murder was never clearly revealed, but Newton supporters considered it a political assassination.

Newton had founded the militant Black Panther Party along with Bobby Seale in 1966. The group advocated community control, armed self-defense and a mixture of Black Nationalism and socialism based on the works of Mao Tse-tung, Che Guevara and Frantz Fanon.

• AUGUST 23

1826—This is generally recognized as the day that the first Black person in America graduated from college.

His name was Edward Jones and he received his BA degree from Amherst College in Massachusetts. Despite the general recognition, however, there is some evidence that the honor actually belongs to Alexander Lucius Twilight who appears to have graduated from Middlebury College in Vermont in 1823. Nevertheless, Jones would eventually leave America and help establish the African nation of Sierra Leone.

• AUGUST 24

1854—Dr. John V. DeGrasse, perhaps the most prominent Black person in New England during the pre-Civil War period, is admitted to the Massachusetts Medical Society.

DeGrasse was born in New York City in 1825 and graduated from Bowdoin College in Maine.

1950—Chicago attorney Edith Spurlock Sampson is named by President Harry S. Truman as the first African American representative in the U.S. delegation to the United Nations. Sampson was also the first Black female elected judge in the United States. She was born in Pittsburgh, Pa., around 1901 and died in 1979.

• AUGUST 25

1862—After a disastrous loss to the South during a battle known as the Peninsular Campaign, U.S. Secretary of War Edwin M. Stanton orders the arming of 5,000 Black soldiers in a bid to turn the tide against the pro-slavery forces. The Blacks (both freedmen and former slaves) fought with distinction winning 15 Congressional Medals of Honor. In fact, the Black soldiers were so effective, near the end of the Civil War, the Confederacy, in a desperation move, actually attempted to recruit Black soldiers to the pro-slavery side.

1908—The National Association of Colored Nurses is founded by Martha Minerva Franklin. At the time Black nurses were not welcomed in the all-White American Nurses Association.

1925—Six men, led by A. Phillip Randolph, organize the Brotherhood of Sleeping Car Porters—a union composed of porters and attendants on the nation’s railroad passenger cars. The effort was the most successful Black labor organizing campaign in American history. The Brotherhood would go on to become the largest and most powerful Black controlled union in America including more than 15,000 members by 1959. Randolph would also become a major (often behind the scenes) figure in the Civil Rights Movement of the 1960s. He played a key role in Dr. Martin Luther King’s famous 1963 March on Washington. Randolph would often boast that his union was a success not because people loved it, but because it knew how to “push people out of the way.”

1927—The first Black person to win the Wimbledon Singles Tennis Championship, Althea Gibson, is born on this day in Silver, S.C. Gibson won Wimbledon on July 6, 1957. The all-around athlete died on Sept. 23, 2003.

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Chace’s Cafe leaves South Side, relocates to Braddock Hills Owner not happy with the South Side

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call, good for me."

Peter Margittai, president of the South Side Chamber of Commerce, told the Courier on Aug. 18, 2026, that Chace’s Cafe had not been a paying member of the Chamber for at least the last two years, and that “we try to promote primarily our members, obviously, because they’re paying a due, and therefore we do want to promote them the most. But we do promote businesses that are not necessarily members.”

Although Henderson closed his location in July 2026, as of August 18, 2026, "Chace's Cafe" is still listed as a business on the South Side Chamber of Commerce's website.

The Courier has learned that an annual membership to join the South Side Chamber of Commerce for a for-profit business is

$150 for businesses with up to five employees, $250 for businesses with six to 10 employees, $300 (between 11 and 20 employees) and $350 (more than 20 employees).

"We were there as long as we could," Henderson said. "There's just not any funding and things like that to help Black businesses stay afloat. In the City of Pittsburgh, we get the crappiest little buildings that we have to lease or rent, and then we don't get the big money to lay them out and make them look really nice and elaborate like the other places. We have a little budget sometimes to work with, and there's really nowhere to get these grants and funding to do the things that we need to stay competitive."

While Black-owned businesses have popped up here and there on the South Side, primarily the

East Carson Street business corridor, many of them end up eventually closing. That was the case with the popular Carmi's Restaurant, which put its location at 1825 E. Carson St. up for sale in 2024.

Fudge Farm, which had a run on the South Side for six years, closed in 2022.

Back to the Foodture, owned by Eddie “Barnz” Magwood and Angel Magwood, closed its restaurant at 2767 E. Carson St. in 2023.

However, Street Fries, a popular food truck owned by Eric Williams, who is Black, just moved into a storefront location on the South Side, at 1210 E. Carson Street, in July. And there are other Black-owned businesses that are still in business on the corridor, such as Ramone Pierce’s Bonez Barbershop, 1221 E. Carson St. What may have bro-

ken the camel's back for Henderson is when the Allegheny County Health Department ordered the shutdown of Chace's Dining Hall, which was a few doors up from Chace's Cafe. In the fall of 2025, Henderson wanted to expand Chace's into an evening event space, where upwards of 100 people could sit down, enjoy food, drinks, music and televisions. Chace's Cafe didn't have the room down the street for that type of in-person entertainment.

But before he could apply for a liquor license, Henderson said the state Liquor Control Board and the Allegheny County Health Department visited the dining hall and found violations.

Those violations included not having a sanitizer present at the facility, and the facility lacking a three-bowl sink to wash, rinse and sanitize.

The inspection report from the health department also said the dining hall was operating without a valid food safety permit, and the hall didn't submit plans prior to opening and didn't obtain a required inspection from the health department's plumbing program. The inspection report was dated, Oct. 1, 2025, three days after the hall had a soft opening for people to watch the Pittsburgh Steelers play the Minnesota Vikings in Ireland, Sept. 28, 2025. It was a 9:30 a.m. Pittsburgh start time, 2:30 p.m. overseas.

Henderson told the Courier that he never sold or provided alcohol to any of the patrons during the soft opening.

In Henderson's mind and heart, though, he felt that certain people or businesses didn't really want him to open a dining hall in that location in the

first place.

Ultimately, Henderson said goodbye to the South Side and hello to Braddock Hills, at 270 Yost Boulevard, next to Rita's Italian Ice and Frozen Custard. Henderson is hoping to open Chace's Cafe there in late August or early September. He believes he will be welcomed more in Braddock Hills than he was on the South Side. Henderson said the Mon Metro Chamber of Commerce, which serves the Braddock area, has welcomed him with open arms. The new location has room for numerous tables for people to eat inside the restaurant, as well as takeout.

"The business owners around here have welcomed me, too," Henderson told the Courier. "The people over here are just eager and can't wait for us to open the doors. I'm happy to be here."

STATE OF BLACK LEARNING CONFERENCE 2026 "Empowered: The State of Black Learning Conference" bills itself as "the premier conference unapologetically focused on Black students."

The latest iteration of the education conference was held, Aug. 5-7, 2026, with events along the Three Rivers and the Sheraton Hotel Station Square in Pittsburgh.

Some attendees took part in the Three Rivers Kickback Cruise.

Many others took part in the dinner and discussion that featured keynote speakers Dr. Cornel West and Shayna Renee Hammond, at the Sheraton Hotel, Aug. 5. Another keynote speaker, Dr. Gloria Ladson-Billings, spoke at the daytime education conference

at the Sheraton. The Black Excellence in Education Awards Gala was held, Friday evening, Aug. 7.

K. Chase Patterson, leader of The State of Black Learning Conference, told the New Pittsburgh Courier the event drew 400 attendees.

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East End site of three community events, August 22 Two back-to-school events, and a Black Men's Wellness Run/Walk

by Ashley Kelley

For New Pittsburgh Courier This Saturday, August 22, Pittsburgh residents will have several opportunities to come together around a shared goal: strengthening the community. From free haircuts and school supplies to health screenings and a 5K run/walk, three local events are putting children, families and wellness first.

Curtis Miller, owner of Heirs Barber and Social Shop, will host the fourth annual “Heirs Back to School Bash” from noon to 5 p.m. along Frankstown Avenue.

The free event will begin at 6467 Frankstown Ave., in East Liberty, and stretch down to the Kingsley Center. School-aged boys and girls can receive free haircuts and hairstyles, while families can enjoy vendors, a bounce house and music from a DJ. Parents or guardians must be present to chaperone children. Parents and children are encouraged to come early.

For Miller, the event is about giving back to

a community that has supported his business throughout the year.

“The community supports us all year around.

We’re starting to see kids who we cut 4 and 5 years ago becoming adults.

They’re graduating from college, moving on, and still coming back,” Miller told the New Pittsburgh Courier.

Miller said some of those young people have shared how the support they received helped change their lives.

“Some of the kids have talked about the impact we’ve had in their lives, how they’ve turned things around. Some went from not being in school to going back in school, graduating, some have gone to trade schools,” Miller said.

Heirs’ mission is “to work on helping and empowering the next generation.”

Miller said his previous experience in social services also influenced his desire to directly address needs in his community.

“I didn’t have the authority to make decisions in social work, but here, I do,” Miller said. “I can

CURTIS MILLER OF HEIRS BARBER SHOP IN EAST LIBERTY.

make any decision I want to and the decision is to look at our community, see what the need is, and address that need.”

That philosophy extends

Hospital. The event is from noon to 4 p.m. Parents and kids are encouraged to get there early.

The event will offer free haircuts for students

MANNY TORRES OF FADE LAB STUDIO, LLC, IN BLOOMFIELD.

beyond haircuts. “If (the community) needs haircuts, we can do that, if they need mental wellness, we can do that.

Clothes and sneakers for back to school, we can do that, too.”

Emmanuel “Manny” Torres, owner of Fade Lab Studio, LLC, will host his second annual backto-school event at 506 S. Millvale Ave. in Bloomfield, just off Liberty Avenue, near AHN West Penn

from elementary through high school, along with free bookbags and school supplies. Torres and his colleague, Cutz by AB, will provide the haircuts, while DJ Royal-T and JMT Entertainment will provide music.

Parents or guardians must be present.

Torres said his mission is to “help out parents in need by knocking off the burden they may have to send their children back

to school.”

He also hopes to “boost kids’ confidence while being a help to the community.”

In addition to helping families prepare for the school year, Torres wants to connect residents with mental health and other community resources. He hopes the event will continue growing and eventually “help to train new barbers and give them opportunities to begin their careers.”

The event is free of charge.

At Westinghouse Park, 7051 Thomas Blvd., in Point Breeze, Terence Starr of the National Center for Urban Solutions and its health arm, the African American Male Wellness Agency, will host Pittsburgh’s third annual Black Men’s Wellness Day from 7 a.m. to noon.

The free event will feature a 5K community health run/walk, health screenings, wellness resources and approximately 30 to 40 vendors. While the event focuses on Black men’s wellness, everyone is welcome.

Starr said the event is designed to address health disparities affecting Black men.

“Black men continue to experience higher rates of preventable diseases such as high blood pressure, diabetes, heart disease, and certain cancers,” Starr said.

He said participation can help men “access health screenings, connect resources and services that can help save their lives.”

For Starr, the importance of the event goes beyond a single day of screenings. “‘Black Men’s Wellness Day’ is much more than just the health screening

and the walk; it’s about building,” Starr said.

“When Black men are healthy, everybody benefits because they can be healthy for their families and can contribute to their communities.”

The 5K Walk/Run begins at 10 a.m. Those wishing to participate can pre-register at Eventbrite’s website, or on-site registration is available the morning of the event. The free health screenings, including biometric screenings conducted by UPMC doctors, nurses and healthcare professionals, will begin at 7 a.m., at no cost to attendees.

The event will feature organizations including the Allegheny County Health Department and workforce development and wraparound support services. Sponsors include PRT, Partner4Work, Johnson & Johnson and Gilead.

Food, fraternity and sorority step shows, and appearances from Brother Marlon of WAMO are also planned. Evan Frazier, CEO of The Advanced Leadership Institute, and honorary chair, former Pittsburgh Mayor Ed Gainey, state Sen. Jay Costa and state Sen. Sharif Street are expected to participate. Volunteers are also welcome.

From helping a child walk into school with confidence to providing a family with needed supplies or connecting a man with potentially life-saving health resources, the three Saturday, August 22, events demonstrate the many ways Pittsburgh’s organizations are investing in its residents.

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Destiny of Faith Church celebrates 15 years of ministry DESTINY FROM A1

dren on the North Side.

She had returned to Pittsburgh from Ohio where she had been assigned to serve as Presiding Elder of the Springfield-Xenia District. She held that position for three years.

Having officially resigned from the AME Church after serving for 30 years pastoring at a variety of churches, Pastor Gregg sought the Lord’s direction as she explored the idea of establishing a new church. It ultimately became clear to her by the Holy Spirit that the move forward would be Destiny of Faith, the church that currently sits at 3737 Brighton Road in Brighton Heights.

The acquisition of this building was the monumental faith move that the 15th anniversary theme speaks to. Long after the building was discovered

by Deacon Kimberly Bandy while she was in that area one afternoon, there would be issues with the asking price, issues around raising the money, etc. They would get so close and then it seemed they may have to let it go. There would be others outbidding them for the building, which was being sold by the Presbyterian body; but Pastor Gregg indicated that God had given her a price to offer—one that she would stick to until the deal was closed.

“I knew what God wanted us to pay for the building and that is what I knew I had to go with," Pastor Gregg told the New Pittsburgh Courier.

They would face additional uncertainty and hurdles until even when it seemed the negotiations were over, and it wasn't going in their favor. However, prayers were answered and faith rendered the favorable results when, on March 15, 2012, Pastor Gregg received the title and deed to the property.

The 15 years that have passed have warranted a

recognition and celebration. On July 11, 2026, the theme of the 15th Anniversary Celebration was, "We've Come This Far By Faith." That theme spoke to the pathway of the building's acquisition by Pastor Gregg.

Also featured at the anniversary celebration was a pre-Gospel concert in memory of Minister Leonard W. Johnson III, who

Rev. Darnell Drewery, from Mt. Ararat Baptist Church. Reverend Drewery spoke to the congregation and encouraged them that in this, their 15th year as a church body, they had a story to tell.

And as individuals, each member has a story, and they were all stories that should be told—they were of the blessings of God. The afternoon service

AUGUST 19-25, 2026

Public Hearings & Comment Period for Proposed Bus Line Refresh Major Service Changes.

Port Authority of Allegheny County d/b/a Pittsburgh Regional Transit (PRT) provides public transportation services within and for Allegheny County pursuant to the Second Class County Port Authority Act, as amended.

Bus Line Refresh (BLR) is an update to PRT’s bus network that reflects how people travel today while building on what already works. Rather than a major overhaul, BLR focuses on improving reliability, frequency, seven-day service, and connectivity throughout the network.

BLR was identified as a top priority for the agency in PRT’s 2021 long-range plan, NEXTransit. The project began in the fall of 2023 with two initial phases including review of existing conditions, travel market analysis, and public and stakeholder input to shape the project’s goals and outcomes. The next two phases involved an iterative process built upon public, stakeholder and internal feedback, including network development on a first draft, then robust public engagement, network development on a second draft, followed by another comprehensive series of public engagement events in March, April and May 2026, and finally network development to refine the proposed final BLR draft plan (BLR Proposed Final Plan).

The BLR Proposed Final Plan includes changes that are designed to: • Improve service quality and reliability by streamlining routes, making routes more direct, and improving on-time performance; • Prioritize equitable service by aligning routes with land use and socio-economic changes since our network was created, better serving transit-dependent and vulnerable riders; and • Expand transit connections to major job centers, healthcare facilities, shopping centers, and between neighborhoods.

The BLR Proposed Final Plan would significantly modify 56 routes, create 14 new routes, and discontinue 20 routes that are underperforming to create a network that best serves riders today. A total of 90 routes are impacted by a major service change, which applicable PRT policy defines as a change that affects more than 30% of a route’s daily trips, directional miles or service hours, or affects more than 2,500 annual service miles on a route and can also include the addition of a service day to a route. The total number of routes in PRT’s bus network would be reduced from 95 to 87.

The BLR Proposed Final Plan would also establish a frequent network of 19 bus routes that operate at 20-minute or better frequency during weekday peak hours throughout Allegheny County in addition to many corridors where multiple routes in aggregate will result in similar or better frequencies elsewhere. Improvements to the design and efficiency of the bus network will allow an increase in weekday, Saturday, and Sunday service hours.

This proposal is limited only to PRT’s fixed route bus service. It is not proposing any changes to PRT’s light rail or incline services or the PRT-sponsored ACCESS paratransit system.

A summary of the proposed BLR major service changes is provided below, and additional information is available on PRT’s website at: www.BusLineRefresh.com.

The public comment period for the purpose of PRT receiving public comments regarding this proposed BLR major service changes begins at 8 AM EST on Monday, August 17, 2026, and will conclude at 5 PM EST on Wednesday, September 30, 2026. Public comments will be accepted via any of the following ways: 1) Written comments submitted online at: www.BusLineRefresh.com; or 2) Written comments sent via e-mail by emailing BusLineRefresh@rideprt.org; 3) Written comments sent by U.S. mail or hand delivery to: Pittsburgh Regional Transit Attn: Planning and Service Development Heinz 57 Center, 345 Sixth Avenue, Third Floor Pittsburgh PA 15222; or 4) Oral comments by calling (412) 566-5525 and leaving a message on a recorded line; or 5) PRT will also hold two (2) public hearings to receive oral public comments regarding these proposed BLR major service changes.

Prior to the public hearings taking place, PRT will hold an online-only public information session to present an overview of the proposed BLR major service changes. PRT, in its sole discretion and as time permits, may respond to questions from members of the public received during this public information session, but formal public comment will not be accepted during this information session.

PUBLIC INFORMATION SESSION Tuesday, August 18 from 5:30-7:30 PM EST Online only – Zoom meeting link will be posted on PRT’s website at: www.BusLineRefresh.com.

For the public hearings, registrants are asked to only sign up for one time slot at one meeting to allow time for others’ comments to be heard. Pre-registration is strongly encouraged and recommended. Walk-in speakers will be accepted as speaking times become available in the main testimony room or the auxiliary overflow testimony room. Individuals cannot donate or delegate their time to another individual interested in speaking, but they can read comments into the record on behalf of other individuals who may not be able to fully participate in the public hearings in person. Oral testimony will be limited to three (3) minutes per speaker. All hearings will be recorded and transcribed by a court reporter and made part of PRT’s official records.

Registration for each public hearing will close at 5 PM EST on the last business day before the scheduled hearing.

If any of the hearings complete all receipt of public comment prior to the scheduled hearing end time, the hearing may be terminated early in PRT’s sole discretion. In the case of inclement weather or other emergency situations that require cancellation of an in-person public hearing, PRT will contact in-person registrants to move them to an online, phone, or other alternative method of providing public comment, as applicable.

REVEREND LAPHON FLOOD-FRANCIS.

was a longtime minister of music at Destiny of Faith.

Featured artists for the afternoon included St. Paul AME Church's Music Ministry; Voices For Christ; Urban Impact Youth Choir; and Tubby Daniels.

Sunday, July 11, 2026, featured two services. At the morning service was

featured a message from the guest preacher, Rev. Laphon Flood-Francis, senior pastor of Second Baptist Church of Homestead.

At 27 years old, he's the youngest pastor to hold that title at the church.

His message was, "Our Faith Will Carry Us On," SEE DESTINY A7

The first public hearing will be held Tuesday, August 25 and will offer two sessions; one from 9:00 am-12:00pm and the other from 3:00-6:00 pm at Heinz 57 Center on the seventh floor.

The second public hearing will be held Thursday, September 10 and will offer two sessions; one from 9:00 am12:00pm and the other from 3:00-6:00 pm at Heinz 57 Center on the seventh floor.

PUBLIC HEARINGS HEARING #1 - Tuesday, August 25, 2026, 9 AM EST to NOON EST AND 3 PM EST to 6 PM EST In person only – Pittsburgh Regional Transit, 345 Sixth Avenue, 7th Floor, Pittsburgh, PA 15222-2527 Please register for a time to provide oral public comment online at: https://form.jotform.com/261946228848067 or via phone by calling (412) 566-5187.

HEARING #2 - Thursday, September 10, 2026, 9 AM EST to NOON EST AND 3 PM EST to 6 PM EST In person only – Pittsburgh Regional Transit, 345 Sixth Avenue, 7th Floor, Pittsburgh, PA 15222-2527 Please register for a time to provide oral public comment online at https://form.jotform.com/262013942417149 or via phone by calling (412) 566-5187.

ACCOMMODATIONS PRT will provide an American Sign Language interpreter at all hearings. If any other ADA accommodations or language translation of a speaker’s comments if not being made in English are required, please contact PRT’s Director of Systemwide Accessibility, Deborah Phillips, at (412) 566-5323 or via e-mail at ada@rideprt.org at least seven (7) business days before the hearing date to submit your ADA accommodation or language translation request. If an ADA accommodation request for a hearing cannot be fulfilled for some reason, PRT will work with the individual(s) seeking the accommodation to provide their public comment via an alternative method. It is anticipated that language translation of a speaker’s recorded comments if not made in English would be made post-hearing and then made part of the public comment record. However, if that cannot be completed, PRT will work with the individual(s) seeking language translation to provide their public comment via an alternative method.

For more information, call Customer Service at (412) 442-2000 (TTY (412) 231-7007) or visit www.BusLineRefresh.com.

Summary of Proposed Bus Line Refresh Major Service Changes* The following major service changes are proposed as major service changes to be implemented, if approved

by PRT’s Board, in the latter half of calendar year 2027.

NEW ROUTES (Count: 14) • 3 Natrona Heights-New Kensington, 5 Aspinwall, 9 McCandless-Oakland, 17 Avalon-McKnight, 18 Wexford, 25 Robinson, 34 Carnegie-Brentwood, 45 Carrick-Oakland- East Liberty, 63 Renzie ParkOlympia, 66 Homestead-McKeesport, 70 Wilkins, 84 Wylie, 89 Penn Hills-CCAC Boyce, 92 Stanton Heights ROUTES WITH MAJOR SERVICE CHANGES (Count: 56) • 1 Freeport Road , 4 Troy Hill, 6 Spring Hill, 7 Spring Garden, 14 Ohio Valley, 16 Brighton, 24 West Park, 26 Chartiers, 27 Fairywood, 28X Airport, 29 Robinson, 36 Banksville, 39 Brookline, 40 Mount Washington, 41 Bower Hill, 44 Knoxville, 52L Homeville Limited, 53 Homestead Park, 54 North Side Oakland-South Side, 55 Glassport, 57 Hazelwood, 58 Greenfield, 59 Mon Valley, 61A North Braddock, 61B Braddock-Swissvale, 61C McKeesport-Homestead, 61D Murray Short, 64 Lawrenceville-Waterfront, 67 Monroeville, 69 Trafford, 71C Point Breeze Short, 71D Hamilton Short, 74 Homewood-Squirrel Hill, 75 Ellsworth, 77 Penn Hills, 79 East Hills, 81 Oak Hill, 86 Liberty, 87 Friendship, 88 Penn, 89 Garfield Commons, 91 Butler Street, 93 Lawrenceville-Hazelwood, G2 West Busway, O1 Ross Flyer, O12 McCandless Flyer, P1 East Busway-All Stops, P3 East Busway-Oakland, P12 Holiday Park Flyer, P13 Mount Royal Flyer, P16 Penn Hills Flyer, P68 Braddock Hills Flyer, P76 Lincoln Highway Flyer, P78 Oakmont Flyer, Y46 Elizabeth Flyer, Y49 Prospect Flyer ROUTE ELIMINATIONS (Count: 20) • 2 Mount Royal, 15 Charles, 17 Shadeland, 18 Manchester, 20 Kennedy, 43 Bailey, 51L Carrick Limited, 53L Homestead Park Limited, 65 Squirrel Hill, 71 Edgewood Town Center, G31 Bridgeville Flyer, O5 Thompson Run Flyer, P7 McKeesport Flyer, P17 Lincoln Park Flyer, P67 Monroeville Flyer, P69 Trafford Flyer, P71 Swissvale Flyer, Y1 Large Flyer, Y45 Baldwin Manor Flyer, Y47 Curry Flyer *The proposal also includes the following minor service changes to be implemented with the proposed BLR major service changes in the latter half of calendar year 2027. No formal public comment period, hearing and/ or PRT Board action is required for these proposed minor services changes, but they are included in this legal advertisement for transparency and completeness. Even routes without minor alignment changes may have minor scheduling adjustments.

ROUTES NOT IMPACTED WITH MAJOR SERVICE CHANGE, BUT HAVE MINOR ALIGNMENT CHANGES (Count: 6) • 12, 21, 31, 38, 83, P10 ROUTES NOT IMPACTED WITH MAJOR SERVICE CHANGE AND DO NOT HAVE ALIGNMENT CHANGES (Count: 13) • 8, 11, 13, 19L, 22, 48, 51, 56, 60, 71A,71B, 82, G3 To review the proposed BLR major service changes in more detail, please visit PRT’s website at www.BusLineRefresh.com.

PASTORS LAPHON FLOOD-FRANCIS, DR. BRENDA J. GREGG.

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Braddock Community Day 2026!

SAM TIMBERS, FLOWERS ARNOLD, DON DUDLEY AND SHELDON JOHNSON AT THE BRADDOCK COMMUNITY DAY, AUGUST 8, 2026. (PHOTOS BY ROB TAYLOR JR.)

MONIQUE SHORT, REV. MELANIE TIMBERS AND TONI POSTON.

VICTOR MILES, DION MILES.

BRADDOCK IS IN THE HOUSE!

TERESA JONES, JAE MARIE.

RELIGION

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Destiny of Faith Church celebrates 15 years of ministry DESTINY FROM A5

a nice twist to the overall theme of the anniversary celebration.

Reverend Dr. Sharieda D. Patterson presided over the afternoon service, with singing by Evangelist Linda Rae King of New Beginning Full Gospel Church, Uniontown, Pa. The occasion was also made distinct with three proclamations; one from the Office of The Lieutenant Governor, Austin Davis; from the Office of State Representative Aerion Abney; and from the City of Pittsburgh, sponsored by Councilman Bobby Wilson.

The program concluded with anniversary celebration chairs Trustee Gary and Deacon Janet Acie giving remarks, and thanking each person who had a hand in the success of the anniversary. After remarks by Pastor Gregg, everyone was invited to the lower-level fellowship hall for, by all accounts, a lavish reception. Audience members were treated to the musical artistry of Gemma Stapleton, who played the flute and steel pan.

“If I have learned anything at all about plant-

Reverend A. Marie Walker’s

Weekly Inspiration

A CITY OF PITTSBURGH PROCLAMATION FOR DESTINY OF FAITH’S 15TH ANNIVERSARY. ing and leading Destiny of Faith, it is that we cannot do anything apart from the help of the Lord," Pastor Gregg said. "So, our story is really His story, as God is found glorifying Himself through his own church. Paul says it this way: 'To Him be the glory in the church and in Christ Jesus throughout all generations forever and ever...Amen. Ephesians 3:21.'"

“Who then is Paul, and who is Apollos, but ministers by whom you believed, even as the Lord gave to every man? I have planted, Apollos watered, but God gave the increase.”

- 1 Corinthians 3:5-6 REV. WALKER SAYS: The Word of God, so then neither is he that planteth anything, neither he that watereth, but God that giveth the INCREASE. 1 Corinthians 3:7

COURIER CHURCH DIRECTORY ST. BENEDICT THE MOOR CATHOLIC CHURCH

BAPTIST TEMPLE CHURCH

CALVARY BAPTIST CHURCH

Sunday Worship: 8 a.m. and 10:45 a.m.

Sunday School: 9:15 a.m.

Sunday Worship Service: 10:30 a.m Wednesday Prayer Service: 7 p.m.

Wednesday Bible Study: 7:30 p.m.

7241 Race Street Pittsburgh, Pa., 15208

Calvarybaptistchurch2629.com

Sunday School/Breakfast: 9 a.m.

EBENEZER MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH

Sunday Worship Service: 10:30 a.m.

Sunday Worship Service: 11 a.m.

Bountiful Blessings: 1st, 3rd Tuesday, 5-7 p.m.

2001 Wylie Avenue Pittsburgh, Pa., 15219

NEW EVANGELISTIC MINISTRIES 412-281-3141 91 Crawford Street Sunday Mass Pgh., PA 15219 11 AM Rev. C. Matthew HawkinsAdministrator

Sunday Worship Service: 10:45 a.m.

2629 Wylie Avenue, Pittsburgh, Pa., 15219 412-682-3352

Pastor—Rev. Dr. Rodney Adam Lyde

www.baptisttemple.church

312 Viola St. Duquesne, Pa., 15110

www.sbtmparishpgh.com

EAST LIBERTY PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH Sunday Services: 8:45 a.m. and 11 a.m.

Summer Worship Sundays: 10 a.m.

116 South Highland Ave. Pittsburgh, Pa., 15206 412-441-3800

www.elpc.church

Rev. Dr. Michael Diaz

2535 Universal Road Penn Hills, Pa., 15235

Pastor— Robin Horton

MT. CARMEL BAPTIST CHURCH

www.mtcarmelbaptistnv.org

Pastor—Rev. Dr. Barbara A. Gunn

SIXTH MOUNT ZION BAPTIST CHURCH

“The Love Church”

WHITE LILY BAPTIST CHURCH “Word Fed, Spirit Led” Sunday School: 10 a.m.

Sunday Worship Service: 11:15 a.m.

3621 Chartiers Ave. Pittsburgh, Pa., 15204 412-771-2533 Pastor—Rev. Antawn D. Coleman Sr.

Pastor— Rev. William C. Roberts

18 Harriet St., Rankin, Pa., 15105

Pastor—

Email: triedstonebaptist@comcast.net

Nathaniel Pennybaker

108 W. 12th Ave. Homestead, Pa., 15120 412-461-8235

www.secnbapt.com

Senior Pastor—Rev. Laphon Flood-Francis

Sunday Worship Service: 11 a.m.

319 N. 2nd St. Apollo, Pa., 15613 724-596-4032

6556 Shetland Ave. Pittsburgh, Pa., 15206 412-441-7839

www.smzbcpgh.org

Sr. Pastor—Rev. Dr. Vincent K. Campbell

NEW LIFE BAPTIST CHURCH

Sunday Worship Service: 10:15 a.m.

Servant Pastor A. Marie Walker

444 Lincoln Avenue Pittsburgh, Pa., 15206

Sunday School: 9:30 a.m.

Sunday Worship Service: 11 a.m.

Sunday Worship Service: 11 a.m.

Pastor—Rev. James D. Burwell

stjamesamepgh.org

THE SECOND BAPTIST CHURCH OF HOMESTEAD

Wednesday Bible Study: 7 p.m.

90 Port Perry Rd. North Versailles, Pa., 15148 412-823-2841

Pastor— Rev. Marie Kelly

Wednesday Online Bible Study: 6 p.m.

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TRIEDSTONE BAPTIST CHURCH Wednesday Prayer Meeting: 6:30 p.m.

Wednesday Bible Study: 7 p.m.

Sunday School: 9:30 a.m.

Sunday Worship Service: 11 a.m.

Tuesday eve. prayer line 313-209-8800, passcode 05277

ST. JOHN BAPTIST CHURCH Sunday School: 10 a.m.

Sunday Worship Service: 11 a.m.

209 Bridge St. Wilmerding, Pa., 15148 412-829-8925

www.ebenezerbaptistpgh.org

ROCK HOUSE OF PRAISE WITHOUT WALLS MINISTRIES Sunday Worship Service: 11:30 a.m Thur. Bible Study: 7 p.m.

CLARK MEMORIAL BAPTIST CHURCH Sunday School: 9:15 a.m.

Sunday Worship Service: 11 a.m.

1301 Glenn St. Homestead, Pa., 15120 412-462-1011 www.clark1889.org

Pastor—Rev. Dorothy Stubbs

ST. JAMES AME CHURCH

Pastor— Rev. John Welch

www.achurchforallpeople.org

Pastor—Rev. June Jeffries

CENTRAL BAPTIST CHURCH

MT. OLIVE BAPTIST CHURCH

“A Church with a vision, A people with a prayer, worshipping God with a praise”

Sunday School: 9:30 a.m.

Sunday Worship Service: 10 a.m.

2200 Wylie Ave. Pittsburgh, Pa., 15219 Pastor—Rev. 412-566-1437 Courtney D. Meadows

Sunday Worship Service: 10:30 a.m.

1201 Hiland Ave. Coraopolis, Pa., 15108 412-264-3125

Pastor—Rev. Brian Carswell Flanagan Sr.

SPORTS

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It's the most wonderful time of the year! :10—No disrespect “Brother Claus,” you and the Misses, and all your hands-on little friends.

But contrary to popular belief, this in fact is the #1 best time of the year, bar none. Why, you ask? I knew you would. Baseball is wrapping up. That’s a good thing because nobody watches 162 baseball games a season. If they say they did, they’re lying to ya. They’ll catch the tail end of the season, playoffs, and the World Series like most of us. Especially Pirate fans...wait...what!? :09—Then, you’ve got “the other sports.” Outdoor track, golf, softball, Little League and college baseball, and of course, the one sport that you and I and the rest of the city folks just can’t live without...AUTO RACING AND COMPETITIVE RODEO RIDING. Now, hold on there, partner, one dag blasted minute.

Them sports count. And they make big bucks! (Get

it, "Bucks," as in Bucking Bronco? As usual you’re not paying attention.)

Yeah, I know it was a bit of a stretch. :0—Before you know it, summer’s about done, the smell of barbecue is diminishing and the smell of football fields is in the air, you see young kids

going to practice and you realize it’s football time.

And not to throw dirt on an already dead body, but if your hopes for a Pirate team is making the playoffs, once again you’ve struck out, you’re glad to see the gladiators suit up.

High school, college and pro training camps get

the summer-slowed-down blood in your veins pumping again. :07—Just as these realities begin to take shape, you are reminded that the greatest sport known to man is about to close its gates very shortly and soon NOT TO BE SEEN FOR A GRUELING 8 MONTHS. That’s right, girl watching all over the globe from concrete and heels to beaches and sandals, we reluctantly bid a fond adieu to girl watching...a sport even Stevie Wonder enjoys! :06—Full throttle NFL season kicks into gear and your preparation is unprecedented. Your season tickets or lack thereof, the tailgating plans, the game shirts, the parking, the food prep, the betting (oh shut up, you bet...yes you do, just stop it. No one believes you), and then it’s here. The kickoff, the collision, the blood and guts, the memories if you played...WE’RE BACK

BABY!!! :05—Now you’re in full operation. You’ve got your Friday Night Lights with high school football, the amazing pageantry and wealth of college football on all levels...every Saturday...on every channel... everywhere seemingly forever! And then THE BIG BOYS make your week every Sunday to the point of hysteria. Life as you know it makes sense again. (And it’s without the ants and flies and grass cutting, etc.!) :04—But wait, there’s more going on as you await the Super Bowl.

Because right around the corner you’re resetting your agenda for basketball. All done in the same method of madness, but with a different shaped ball. And as the hoops season draws near, you begin to establish a game plan on how to win back your football losses when you position your NCAA bracket...and remember,

your madness expands for the men and women from 68 teams to 76 teams for the 2027 tournament. :03—Now, I have to squeeze in the finals of the WNBA or they’ll blame that on Caitlin Clark, too!

The regular season ends September 24, 2026 and playoffs begin Sunday, September 27. Now, can you see what I’m talking about? All this fun to be had at the push of a button. C’mon man, this is better than Christmas and you know it. (Don’t be afraid of Santa, he can’t hurt you...because he’s not real!!!) (On the D.L. Shhhhhh...just in case. I don’t want to be the only one getting coal in my stocking.) And if you’re waiting to comment about hockey, there I just did!

As you know, I don’t know anything about hockey. :02—We move towards a finish with the start of the NBA season. And this you can take to the bank.

Philadelphia wins the

East if Joel Embiid stays healthy. With LeBron and Jaylen Brown, they’ve become the favorites after the Knicks...because the Knicks will - not - repeat!

There, I said it. Their glory will be done. And yes, I am still a LeBron hater.

Look for Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs to learn from their gross mistakes and win it all. C’mon man... he’s 7'4" and still growing. :01—Free school supplies at the Penn Hills Eat’n Park, Saturday, September 5, 2026. Children must be present.

Grade and middle school.

Call AGI at 412-902-5761 for more info. :00—GAME OVER.

The hatred for Mike Tomlin continues by some in Pittsburgh There is joy in Sharpsburg, the “yinzers” have hit the mother lode of football coaches, they have finally landed the coach that they have desired and could identify with for 20 years.

There was no immediate outrage when Mike McCarthy was hired to replace a head coach with a 19year winning record, Mike Tomlin. There were no false stories written that another candidate was hired to coach the Steel-

ers a day before McCarthy was scheduled to take the helm of the team.

There were no park benches with first-grade racial epithets hastily scribbled across them with magic markers filled with ink made from the blood, sweat and tears of others before them in an almost neanderthal form of cursive, cursing a young man who wasn’t provided an opportunity to do a job.

Put it this way. When someone goes to a restaurant for the first time, usually after the waitress or waiter brings a glass of water or a beverage and provides a copy of the menu, people place their order and generally don’t judge a menu or a dish before they have had an opportunity to taste it.

If Mike Tomlin had been hired as a chef of a restaurant, the establishment based on reviews and critique of those who had never even tasted the food would have been closed hours after it opened.

Here is what Mark Madden wrote after Mike Tomlin's departure from the Steelers: “You know what I think we’re going to realize this year? That Tomlin was an awful coach and had an awful staff. I think the difference in seeing how the coaches operate already, and I think this is going to be a much more buttoned-up team. I think it’s going to be so readily evident and right away."

Even after the tenure of Mike Tomlin ended, there were and are folks that refuse to leave the “hoods” in the attic. Mark Madden wrote this gem after Mike Tomlin was hired by NBC Sports. “I saw just enough of Mike Tomlin’s network TV debut to know he’d be perceived as very good and to know I wasn’t interested. That last part isn’t meant to insult. No network sports analyst has been must-see TV since Howard Cosell left 'Monday Night Football' after the 1983 season. (Though Dennis Miller and Tony Kornheiser were intriguing in the same role. Anybody but the jockocracy.)

Two things about Tomlin’s NBC launch at Thursday night’s Pro Football Hall of Fame game were telling: Tomlin turned a great phrase when stumping for Hines Ward’s Hall of Fame candidacy: 'This guy was

predator, not prey.' Vintage Tomlin: Something catchy in the middle of a whole lot of nothing. (Ward still won’t ever get into Canton.) Tomlin pointedly didn’t talk about Carolina Panthers quarterback Kenny Pickett, who played Thursday night.

Tomlin took Pickett for the Pittsburgh Steelers in the first round of the 2022 NFL Draft. But Tomlin isn’t going to rehash his own awful, franchise-damaging decision. Nor did he want to lambaste Pickett, a prototypical first-round bust. Nobody on NBC’s broadcast was more qualified to discuss Pickett. But Tomlin didn’t."

Mark, why would Mike Tomlin or any other head coach spend time discussing the putrid and failed experiment of a narcissistic and overvalued first round draft pick? Many Steelers and University of Pittsburgh football fans did everything but camp out on Mike Tomlin's doorstep brandishing “Pickett’s life matters” signs trying and almost dying to ensure that the Steelers drafted him. Check out how many talented quarterbacks remained on the NFL draft board when Kenny Pickett was drafted in the first round of the 2022 NFL Draft. What a waste.

I am also going to bombard and pollute your eardrums with more of this “mad dog Madden” nonsense. Mark Madden also wrote and said on occasion that Mike Tomlin was not a disciplinarian

or something amounting to that. He wrote: “Tomlin was an awful coach and had an awful staff. I think the difference is in seeing how the coaches operate already, and I think this is going to be a much more buttoned-up team.”

“An awful coach..." Why doesn’t Madden get more mileage out of his narrative by sponsoring a WWE event on the Mar-a-Lago lawn? Oh, I forgot, that has already happened in the Steelers locker room, more than 26 years ago.

Madden very seldom or maybe not ever has mentioned the brawl that occurred in the Pittsburgh Steelers locker room during the “reign of the jaw.”

Ed Bouchette wrote and posted an article on The Athletic website on June 10, 2019: "It was like the WWF:" "Steelers’ ‘Minicamp Melee’ reverberated for years."

Bouchette recalled the following: “One of the strangest scenes I ever witnessed in sports broke out after the final Steelers minicamp practice ever at Three Rivers Stadium. It occurred inside their locker room on June 7, 2000.

It began in the open when linebacker Earl Holmes and halfback Richard Huntley threw punches at each other in what seemed to be a typical practice skirmish. Afterward, three writers asked Huntley, as he sat in front of his locker, what happened on the field between him and Holmes. Just after Huntley (5-foot-11, 225 pounds)

said it was over and done with, Holmes (6-2, 242 pounds) burst through the reporters and screamed at Huntley, pointed his finger at him and said, 'You want

ers made the playoffs in each of his first six seasons as coach, they tumbled to 7-9 in 1998 and 6-10 in 1999. And now this during their first spring practices

a piece of Big E?' Holmes menacingly picked up a wooden stool. Huntley hollered, 'Put the chair down and come get some.'

This was the locker room of the iron-jawed, spittoon-loving, look-youstraight-in-the-eye coach Bill Cowher, although at the height of the melee, according to eyewitness accounts, Cowher may have had a minimum effect in breaking up the rumble.

Bouchette also said that: “His team’s locker room fight could not have come at a worse time for Bill Cowher, who was at the lowest point of his coaching career. After the Steel-

for the next season?”

Mike Tomlin left the Steelers with a winning record! Imagine if the Steelers had a record of 7-9 in 1998 and 6-10 in 1999, and followed that up with a chair swinging WWE cage-like brawl in 2000? I doubt very much if his tenure would have lasted 19 years. Hell, currently a few folks are vigorously trying to get him fired as a football analyst from NBC and he was just hired. They want to get rid of him, just...because.

Steelers impressive in 2026 preseason opener

New Pittsburgh Courier photographer Marlon Martin captured rookie Germie Bernard’s standout run-after-catch, and tight end Robert Tonyan’s leaping catch, all in a 28-9 Pittsburgh win over the Green Bay Packers, Aug. 13, 2026. It was the Steelers’ first preseason game of 2026.

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The last generation to start from zero Perhaps success is becoming the last generation that has to start from zero.

I have been thinking about that idea lately because it challenges something deeply embedded in the American definition of achievement. We tend to measure progress by how far a person travels in a single lifetime, the neighborhood they escaped, the degree they earned, the profession they entered, the income they eventually commanded. For Black Americans especially, there is understandable pride attached to being first the first in the family to graduate from college, to become a doctor, to own a business, to buy a home, to reach the executive suite.

FINANCIAL WELLNESS EDUCATOR AL RIDDICK found a stranger’s airport ATM receipt showing a 6.67 percent charge just to reach their own money, and it says everything about the small fees quietly draining our budgets. (Credit: Liliana Drew)

The hidden cost of convenience

by Al Riddick

For New Pittsburgh Courier

ANTHONY O. KELLUM But what happens after the first?

That question interests me more than the achievement itself.

Because there is another form of success that receives considerably less attention, creating a family in which being first eventually becomes unnecessary.

A child who inherits a stable home does not begin where their parents began. A young entrepreneur whose family owns a commercial building approaches risk differently from one whose first obligation is paying rent. A college graduate who leaves school without having to financially rescue the generation before him has choices that another equally talented graduate may not have. A family that owns land, businesses, investments or income-producing property possesses something more consequential than money. They possess a different starting point.

We like to imagine America primarily as a meritocracy of finish lines. Work hard enough, become educated enough, make the correct decisions and eventually you will arrive. There is truth in that, but wealth operates according to another logic; wealth is deeply influenced by where the race begins.

An inheritance does not have to arrive as a million-dollar check; sometimes inheritance is simply the absence of a burden.

It is graduating without debt, it is living in a family-owned property while starting a business, it is receiving $30,000 toward a first home, it is having parents who can help rather than parents who require help, it is inheriting a duplex with a mortgage nearly paid off, a piece of land purchased decades earlier, shares in a family business, or simply the knowledge of how money works. None of those advantages guarSEE PROPERTY IS POWER B2

Overview: The Price of Everyday Convenience While walking through an airport recently, I needed some cash, so I stopped at an ATM. The person ahead of me had accidentally left their receipt behind. Normally I wouldn’t give it a second thought, but one detail immediately caught my attention.

They had withdrawn $60.

The ATM charged them a $4 terminal fee.

That means they paid 6.67 percent just to access their own money.

As a financial wellness educator, I couldn’t help but think about how often we accept small fees without considering what they’re really costing us. Four dollars may not seem like much in isolation, but financial wellness is rarely won or lost because of one transaction. It’s built on hundreds of small decisions that either strengthen or weaken our financial position over time.

A snapshot isn’t the whole picture Interestingly, I didn’t notice another detail until the following day. The receipt also showed an available balance of $19,828.27.

When I shared this experience on LinkedIn, the conversation became even more interesting. One person pointed out that nearly $20,000 sitting in a checking account might represent another missed financial opportunity. Unless that account earns a competitive interest rate, some of that money could potentially be working harder in a high-yield savings account or another appropriate investment vehicle.

That observation is worth considering.

AL RIDDICK At the same time, I’ve worked with many individuals and couples whose checking accounts routinely see tens of thousands of dollars flow through them each month, yet they’re still living paycheck to paycheck. A healthy bank balance on any given day doesn’t necessarily tell the whole financial story. Cash flow, spending habits, debt obligations, and savings behavior matter far more than a single snapshot of an account balance.

Understanding ‘denominator blindness’ Another commenter made a different observation. If you’re going to pay an ATM fee anyway, why not withdraw more cash? A $4 fee on a $500 withdrawal amounts to less than one percent, while the same fee on a $60 withdrawal equals 6.67 percent.

That comment reminded me of a concept I once read about called denominator blindness. We often react to numbers without putting

them into context. Seeing a $4 fee may not seem alarming until you compare it to the amount being withdrawn. Suddenly, that seemingly small charge becomes much more significant.

Of course, the best solution is to avoid unnecessary ATM fees altogether whenever possible. Many banks reimburse ATM fees or belong to networks that offer fee-free withdrawals. Planning ahead by withdrawing cash before traveling can also eliminate these charges entirely.

The larger lesson, however, extends well beyond ATM fees.

Every day we pay for convenience.

Food delivery charges. Rush shipping. Subscription services we forgot to cancel. Credit card interest because we wanted something today instead of saving for it tomorrow.

None of these expenses seem devastating on their own, but together they quietly chip away at our financial progress.

Financial wellness isn’t determined by how much money passes through your hands. It’s determined by how much you intentionally keep, grow, and direct toward your goals.

The next time you encounter a convenience fee, pause for a moment and ask yourself one simple question: Is this convenience worth the price I’m paying?

Sometimes the answer will be yes.

But making that decision consciously, rather than automatically, is one of the habits that separates people who simply earn money from those who build wealth.

(Al Riddick is President of Game Time Budgeting, an award-winning financial fitness firm that helps employees develop simple and easy-to-duplicate systems for making their money behave.)

Marriage and money: Build together or go broke fighting!

Marriage is about love, commitment, companionship and building a life together. But there’s another part of marriage that doesn’t always make it into the wedding vows: MONEY! Money is rarely just about dollars and cents. Money represents security, freedom, control, priorities, sacrifice, fear and sometimes ego. That’s why an argument about a $300 purchase can quickly turn into an argument about trust and respect.

You can love each other deeply and still argue about spending. You can have two good incomes and still live paycheck to paycheck. You can be married 20 years and still have completely different philosophies about debt, saving, investing and lifestyle.

But understand this: Marriage is also an economic partnership.

Think about it. The Census Bureau commonly analyzes married couples as family households and economic units.

The IRS allows married couples to file jointly, combining income, deductions and credits on one return. And biblically, marriage is described as two becoming one.

Government, taxes and Scripture all recognize what many couples sometimes resist financially: Once married, what happens to one spouse financially can affect the entire household.

Handled correctly, marriage can actu-

ally become a wealth-building cheat code.

We often say two heads are better than one. Well, financially, two incomes can be better than one, too.

Two incomes can mean more household cash flow, multiple income streams, income diversification and the ability to share major expenses like housing, utilities, transportation and groceries.

If one income gets disrupted, the other may provide some financial stability.

But there’s a catch.

Two incomes don’t automatically create wealth.

Two people working together with a plan create wealth.

If you double the income and triple the lifestyle, you’re not getting ahead.

Here are five money rules every married couple needs to understand.

1. Stop Thinking “Mine” and “Yours.” Think OURS. Once you say “I do,” you’re supposed to be building one household and one future.

That doesn’t mean every couple must have one joint checking account. Some

combine everything. Others maintain separate accounts while contributing to shared expenses and goals.

The bigger issue is the mindset.

Your mortgage is OUR mortgage. That credit card debt affects OUR household.

Your retirement impacts OUR retirement. Your financial decisions affect where WE are trying to go.

You cannot build teamwork while constantly keeping score.

“I paid this.”

“You owe that.”

“That’s my money.”

“I make more than you.”

Keep talking like that and eventually you’ll start operating more like roommates than spouses. Separate accounts can work. Separate financial lives usually don’t.

2. More Money Doesn’t Make You the CEO of the Marriage.

Let me clear this one up. Income is NOT authority.

If one spouse earns $150,000 and the other earns $50,000, the higher earner doesn’t get three votes while the other gets one.

That bigger direct deposit does not

make you CEO, president and chairman of the board.

Marriage is a partnership—not a corporate takeover.

Both people contribute differently.

There’s childcare, cooking, cleaning, transportation, scheduling and countless other responsibilities required to keep a household functioning.

Careers change, too. People get laid off.

Someone gets promoted. Children are born. One spouse may leave the workforce temporarily. The person earning more today could be earning less tomorrow.

Healthy couples make major financial decisions with mutual respect—not financial muscle.

3. Stop Hiding Money, Debt and Purchases.

Secret credit cards.

Hidden accounts.

Undisclosed debt.

Sneaking shopping bags into the house.

That’s not money management. That’s financial deception. And when it comes out, you’re no longer arguing about a purchase. Now you have a trust problem.

Here’s my simple test: If you feel like you have to hide the purchase, you probably already know there’s a problem with the purchase.

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Student loan borrowers duped into high-cost loans receive relief

by Charlene Crowell A federal appeals court last month issued a ruling erasing $23 billion in student loan debt for an estimated 450,000 borrowers duped by false promises made by more than 150 for-profit colleges.

The debt ruling for full settlement relief came on July 17 in a unanimous decision by a three-judge panel of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit in the case known as Sweet v. McMahon.

“It makes clear that the federal government cannot simply disregard borrowers’ rights and its own legal obligations without consequence,” said Eileen Connor, the president and director of The Project on Predatory Student Lending, an advocacy organization that brought the lawsuit in 2019.

The case centered on a federal rule known as borrower defense to repayment that protects defrauded student loan borrowers who incurred massive debts on false promises and misrepresentations. The ruling found that more than 150 for-profit colleges used high-pressure sales tactics in their recruitment that targeted Blacks, Latinos, veterans, and other low-income consumers to extract the maximum amount of federal loans, Pell grants, and veteran’s benefits with each enrollment. Connor shared

that one student’s loan debt swelled from $250,000 to roughly $400,000 while she waited for the Education Department to decide on her Borrower Defense claim.

The case showed that these for-profit schools lured students with promises of high-paying careers in an array of disciplines including beauty culture, culinary arts, computer technology, court reporting, and photography. Other for-profits solicited graduate level students in business management, law, and medicine.

Among these institutions are many of the largest and well-known for-profit schools like Capella University, three DeVry-branded schools, ITT Technical Institute, Keller Graduate School of Management, and the University of Phoenix. A complete list of schools represented in the settlement is available at: https://studentaid.gov/sites/default/ files/sweet-v-cardona-school-list.pdf.

Full Settlement Relief means that the federal student loan(s) associated with the borrower’s attendance at the school will be discharged. Further, the Education Department will refund any amounts paid on those loans, and the credit report entries for those loans will be deleted from the borrower’s credit report. The settlement includes borrower defense applications filed on or before Nov. 15, 2022, as well as borrowers

whose applications for borrower defense discharges were pending as of June 22, 2022. Any amounts paid to the Education Department on those loans will be refunded.

These actions will be taken 90 days from the court’s decision to notify affected borrowers that they will receive full relief. Until this relief is provided, lenders cannot make any efforts to collect on these loans.

Earlier research by the Center for Responsible Lending probed the value of for-profit colleges and universities and posed the question, Do Students of Color Profit from For-Profit College?

Its eye-opening findings include: Black and Latino students enroll in for-profit colleges at much higher rates than other students, which puts them at risk of high student loan debt, default, and failure to graduate.

Students who attend for-profit colleges are more likely to need to borrow for their education and tend to borrow more than their peers at public or private, non-profit schools.

Students who attend for-profit colleges are also less likely to graduate, more likely to default on their student loans, and may face poor employment outcomes.

An African American student at a for-profit college will borrow at the high-

est rates almost twice as frequently as African American students at a public college (35 percent vs 19 percent), regardless of income.

As early as 2012, a 2-year investigation by the U.S. Senate’s Health, Education, Labor and Pensions (HELP) Committee revealed that for-profit colleges collected over $30 billion annually in federal funds, making up 25 percent of Department of Education student aid and nearly half of military and veteran educational benefits. The committee also found that more than half of the students who enrolled in 2008–2009 withdrew by mid-2010, and these attendees accounted for nearly half of all federal student loan defaults.

More recently, this summer CRL issued a new policy brief calling on Congress to use its authority to respond to the continuing student loan crisis: “Congress should eliminate the new borrowing limits that will push students towards higher-cost private loans, or worse, make education completely inaccessible. Congress should also restore and maintain adequate funding to the Department of Education, investing in programs like subsidized loans and Pell grants that help lower- and middle- income borrowers.”

(Charlene Crowell is a senior fellow with the Center for Responsible Lending. She can be reached at charlene.crowell@responsiblelending.org .)

Property is Power! The last generation to start from zero PROPERTY IS POWER FROM B1

antees success but they create room for it.

We talk about wealth as though its principal benefit is consumption—a larger house, a better automobile, better vacations, a more comfortable retirement. But the deeper value of wealth is optionality.

Wealth gives people the ability to make decisions based on opportunity rather than immediate necessity.

A person with assets can sometimes afford to wait, they can turn down the wrong job, they can survive a business failure, they can relocate for an opportunity, they can help a child with a down payment, they can think in decades because every decision does not have to solved by Friday.

The Federal Reserve’s most recent comprehensive Survey of Consumer Finances found that the typical White family held roughly six times the wealth of the typical Black family in 2022. There was encouraging movement beneath that number. Black ownership of homes, stocks and businesses increased but the underlying disparity remained enormous.

There is another number that helps explain why these gaps can be so stubborn.

Federal Reserve research found that nearly 30 percent of White families had received an inheritance or substantial gift, compared with about 10 percent of Black families, and among families receiving inheritance, White families tended to receive larger amounts.

That difference is not merely about what one generation receives, it affects what that generation is capable of leaving. This is where the mathematics of legacy becomes unforgiving.

A family that inherits capital can invest sooner. A family that invests sooner benefits from more years of appreciation and compounding. Those assets can then become collateral for additional assets. A house can produce equity that helps purchase another property. A business can finance another enterprise. Land acquired before development arrives can become valuable decades later. Capital creates the possibility of additional capital.

Meanwhile, the family beginning with nothing may be doing everything right

and still spending its most productive years creating the foundation another family inherited. That is why income alone cannot tell us whether a family is becoming wealthy.

There are Black households today earning incomes their grandparents could scarcely have imagined. That is genuine progress. But a household earning $200,000 while building few transferable assets may ultimately leave less economic power behind than a household earning considerably less than, but spends 30 years acquiring property, investments and businesses.

The distinction becomes especially important now because America is approaching an extraordinary economic transition.

Cerulli Associates now estimates that roughly $124 trillion could transfer between generations and to charities between 2024 and 2048, an increase from its earlier $84 trillion projection. Rising values of financial assets and real estate are major reasons the estimate has grown so dramatically.

Think about what that actually means.

While much of America is discussing wages, inflation, interest rates and affordability and understandably so, another economy is operating quietly underneath it. Houses purchased in 1987 are becoming inheritances. Businesses started in 1994 are changing hands. Stock portfolios accumulated over 40 years are moving to children. Land purchased when nobody wanted it now sits in the path of development.

It changes how we think about the family home. Perhaps the first instinct should not always be to sell Grandma’s house and divide the proceeds. Sometimes the more important question is whether that property can remain an asset. It changes how entrepreneurs think about real estate. If you operate the same business in the same neighborhood for 20 years, should the next generation inherit only the business or the building beneath it?

It changes how we think about land.

Some property does not need to produce an immediate return to have strategic value. Sometimes patience itself is the investment. It even changes how we think

about lifestyle. There is nothing inherently wrong with enjoying the fruits of one’s labor. Wealth without living is merely accumulation. But there is a difference between enjoying success and consuming all evidence that success ever occurred.

An abundance mindset is sometimes misunderstood as simply believing there is enough opportunity for everyone. I think it requires something more demanding: believing that my economic decisions should extend beyond my own lifetime.

That means replacing some short-term questions with longer ones.

Not merely, Can I afford this? but What will this become?

Not merely, How much do I make? but How much of what I make becomes ownership?

Not merely, What can I buy? but What can I build that remains after me?

Property belongs at the center of that philosophy, but property should be understood broadly. A home matters. So does a rental property, a business, land, intellectual property, equities and ownership in enterprises that can appreciate and transfer. The objective is not to worship real estate. The objective is to understand the difference between earning money and converting some portion of that money into things capable of outliving the person who earned it.

At roughly half a percent of Black America’s population, we are talking about hundreds of thousands of people. If those households began accumulating even one additional meaningful asset—a home, rental property, parcel of land, business interest or investment portfolio, the immediate effect would matter but the more interesting effect would not appear on next year’s balance sheet.

It would appear 20 or 30 years from now.

Children would inherit property instead of merely photographs of the house where their grandparents once lived. Young entrepreneurs would inherit capital along with ambition. Families would enter difficult economic periods with assets they could borrow against rather than desperation they had to borrow through. Some

children would still fail; others would squander opportunities. There are no guarantees in capitalism or in families.

For generations, Black America understandably celebrated movement—how far we had traveled from where history placed us. There is another stage of economic maturity, however, in which progress is measured not only by distance traveled but by how much of that distance the next generation does not have to travel again.

That is legacy.

Legacy is not the amount of money people remember you having. It is the amount of struggle your decisions made unnecessary for someone who came after you. The goal is not to raise children who never have to work. Work has dignity, discipline and purpose. The goal is to raise generations whose work can begin at a higher level because someone before them built the floor.

Maybe your grandparents couldn’t do it.

Maybe your parents didn’t know how.

Maybe circumstances required everything they earned simply to survive.

But somebody eventually has to interrupt the pattern.

Somebody buys the first property.

Somebody keeps the land.

Somebody starts the company.

Somebody creates the estate plan.

To live well, certainly. To accomplish something meaningful, absolutely. But also to reach the end of one’s economic life knowing that the people coming behind us will have problems of their own to solve just not all of ours.

Perhaps success is becoming the last generation that has to start from zero, and perhaps Property is Power is ultimately about making certain that once a family finally builds something worth keeping, it never has to start from nothing again.

Property is Power!

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Marriage and money: Build together or go broke fighting!

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Transparency doesn’t mean asking permission every time you buy lunch.

Couples should establish an amount each spouse can spend freely. Anything above that agreed-upon amount gets discussed.

That’s not asking permission. That’s respecting the household plan.

4. Talk About Money BEFORE Money Becomes a Fight.

Too many couples wait until something goes wrong.

The account is overdrawn.

The credit card is maxed out.

A bill is past due.

Somebody spent too much.

Now everybody wants to hold a financial summit. Wrong time! Money conversations should be regular maintenance—not emergency repairs.

Set aside time weekly, biweekly or monthly to review income, expenses, bills, debt, savings, investments and upcoming expenses.

Ask each other: Where are we financially? What’s coming up? What are we trying to accomplish?

No judgment. No blame. Just numbers, goals and solutions. Financial silence creates financial surprises. Financial surprises create financial stress.

5. Get on the Same Page About Lifestyle.

This is where many marriages quietly bleed money.

One spouse wants the bigger house.

The other wants the smaller mortgage.

One wants new cars. The other wants to drive the wheels off the one sitting in the driveway.

One wants restaurants, vacations and entertainment. The other wants to cook at home, eliminate debt and stack money.

Neither person necessarily has to be wrong.

But you cannot continuously fund two competing lifestyles with the same household income.

Couples need to define what a comfortable lifestyle looks like while still saving, investing, eliminating debt and preparing for retirement.

Because looking wealthy and actually building wealth are two entirely different things.

Turn Marriage Into Your Financial Advantage This is where married couples need to recognize the opportunity sitting right in front of them.

You potentially have two brains solving financial problems, two incomes producing cash flow, multiple opportunities to increase income, shared expenses and two people working toward the same goals.

That’s powerful!

Imagine what happens when one income helps cover the lifestyle while a significant portion of the other income is intentionally directed toward eliminating debt, building emergency savings, investing and funding retirement.

Now you’re cooking!

Marriage can accelerate wealth-building—but only when both spouses stop competing and start collaborating.

The goal isn’t for couples to agree on every purchase or financial decision.

That’s unrealistic.

The goal is communication, transparency, compromise, mutual respect and teamwork.

You don’t have to think exactly alike.

But you better be moving in the same direction.

Money should be a tool helping you build the marriage—not a weapon you use against each other. Take a hard look at the financial temperature inside your household: Are y’all managing the money together—or is the money managing the marriage?

(Damon Carr, Money Coach & Tax Pro can be reached at 412-216-1013 or visit his website at www.damonmoneycoach.com) Helping you flip your finances from stressed to blessed—one smart decision at a time.

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Guest Commentary Talk more about the economic crisis facing Black men and boys

by Kevin Harris Democrats aspire to be the party of working people.

But if they want that message to resonate with one of their most loyal constituencies, they need to speak more directly—and more consistently—about the specific economic challenges confronting Black men and boys.

A new report from the Virginia State University John Mercer Langston Institute for African American Political Leadership provides a sobering reminder of why. The Economic State of Black Men and Boys in the United States, authored by Dr. Wes Bellamy, establishes what its authors intend to be an annual national benchmark measuring education, employment, earnings, wealth, and economic mobility. Its findings are difficult to ignore. Black men’s enrollment at historically Black colleges and universities has fallen to just 26 percent. Black men continue to experience some of the nation’s highest unemployment among major racial and ethnic groups.

And Black men earn roughly 77 cents for every dollar earned by White men.

Yet Black men rarely receive sustained attention in national political messaging from either political party, most notably Democrats.

Democrats often frame economic inequality through broad discussions of the working class. And too often Democrats operate as though Black voters are not equally apart of the working class as white voters in the South and Midwest.

The party does not always recognize broad language can sometimes obscure the unique barriers facing Black men and boys. A Black man hearing about “economic opportunity for everyone” may not hear an acknowledgment of the distinct obstacles documented in reports like this one.

That doesn’t mean Democrats should abandon a universal economic agenda. It means Democrats must recognize targeted problems deserve targeted attention.

Imagine Democrats talking as frequently about increasing Black male college completion as they do about student debt. Imagine campaign platforms specifically highlighting the need to reduce persistently higher unemployment among Black men, expand apprenticeships and workforce training, strengthen pathways into high-paying skilled trades, and support entrepreneurship in underserved communities.

Imagine party leaders regularly discussing why young Black men are disappearing from college campuses and filling up prisons and what policies could reverse that trend.

There is also a political reality Democrats cannot afford to ignore as well. Black women remain the party’s most reliable voting bloc, consistently turning out at higher rates than Black men and supporting Democratic candidates by overwhelming margins. Women overall have voted at higher rates than men in every presidential election since 1980, and that pattern extends to Black voters. In the 2024 election, exit polling found that Black women continued to support the Democratic ticket at higher rates than Black men, while at the same time Republicans made measurable gains among Black men. Democrats cannot win elections with erosion among Black men. The party is strongest by boosting Black male turnout to match Black women.

Democrats shouldn’t abandon Black men or assume their concerns mirror those of every other Democratic constituency. If economic data show Black men lagging in college enrollment, employment, wages, and wealth accumulation, Democrats should address those challenges directly—not because of electoral strategy alone, but because they represent real barriers to opportunity. Speaking candidly about these issues, offering measurable solutions, and treating Black men’s economic mobility as a national priority would strengthen both public policy and the party’s ability to win elections.

Black men remain a cornerstone of the Democratic coalition, but their support cannot be taken for granted. Many Black men have expressed frustration that conversations about race often overlook their economic concerns. Addressing those concerns directly is not about dividing White and Black constituencies or creating competition among coalitions that Democrats equally need to win. It is about recognizing that effective policymaking begins by honestly identifying who faces which challenges and that winning elections requires coalition building.

The report itself offers evidence-based recommendations to improve educational opportunity, workforce participation, and long-term economic success for Black men. That kind of research should become a more prominent focus of the national policy conversation as well as Democratic messaging.

Stated more bluntly: Democrats should work as hard for Black male votes as they do to win “working class White” voters in the South and Midwest.

(Kevin Harris is a Democratic strategist who has advised over 100 campaigns and ballot measures, including the past five presidential elections, served in the Obama Administration, as a cabinet member for two big city mayors and Executive Director of the Congressional Black Caucus.)

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Message to non-voters (TriceEdneyWire.com)—I am sure you have noticed by now that the President some of you elected by not voting care nothing about you. He has not only said it over and over, but has shown you daily that he doesn’t.

He is incapable of telling you the truth. He does show you every day how much he cares about himself— not you!

His vanity and his cares are all about himself. I don’t care how many people yell and scream at his every word he says can’t even understand what he says. All they know is he allows them in his presence to see what a fool they make of themselves.

If you ask them what they are cheering for, most of them couldn’t tell you what he said. Many have their signs upside down! All they know is they are expected to jump up and scream when he says just anything without even knowing what the man has said.

There is always one Black male down front at all of the rallies who probably just attended the event for a T-shirt that says “Blacks for Trump”, a hot dog and a soda. I can’t blame the one brother who is always down front if he’s hungry and just needed a clean shirt.

Now for the rest of our people who don’t vote, you are traitors to our people. You don’t know your history, and the hard fought battle some of our people had to fight for your cur-

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Commentary rent rights. Some even died to give us the right to vote, and now, some are disrespecting them if they don’t get up and go to the polls to do what their sacrifices gained for us—the right to vote.

What we got most recently because too many otherwise eligible-to-vote people didn’t, is a man who has personally benefitted from your choice not to vote. That’s why we have almost daily increases in food prices, gas prices, housing prices, travel prices and everything of which you can think.

Your not voting is what put him in the White House. Now what are you planning to do in November when you can make a difference in who will be elected to put the brakes on, and even overturn some of the craziness we are dealing with now.

So, I hope you will accept your responsibility for what you allowed to happen in 2024. As for me, I will do everything I can to help in bringing out every voter, including you, who knows their vote matters. It can be in the number that makes life better,

but that not voting almost always prevents making life better.

My good friend, the late Dick Gregory, saw that hunger in this country was prevalent. He didn’t sit around and say ‘Ain’t that a shame!” He walked from California to New York to call proper attention to the problem.

You may think that was a small thing, but think instead what you are willing to do to make this nation better for all: women, children, immigrants, poorly paid teachers, young people who want to go to college, but don’t have the money, for the jobless—especially for the thousands of people who lost their jobs for no reason under the current administration.

Putting your name on the Kennedy Center and other buildings around town, on our passports, on certain denominations of money, on Penn Station in New York, renaming Dulles Airport or the one in Palm Beach are things of vanity for one man, and do nothing to improve the lives of Americans.

If this administration is causing so many problems for so many people, doesn’t it make sense for non-voters in the last election, to now feel obligated to vote so that caring about others, honesty, non-violence efforts, fairness, thoughtfulness, sharing, peace, equality and such words can return to our daily discussions and activities?

Politicians are hiding their true medical conditions (TriceEdneyWire.com)—-Michael Jordan is arguably one of the best professional basketball players in NBA history. Among his many accomplishments during his illustrious career, Jordan was Rookie of the Year, five-time NBA MVP, six-time NBA champion, six-time NBA Finals MVP, and an NBA Hall of Fame inductee.

Jordan’s final game as a player was on April 16, 2003, where he finished with 15 points in a loss to the Philadelphia 76ers.

“Now I guess it hits me that I’m not going to be in a uniform anymore— and that’s not a terrible feeling,” Jordan said afterward. “It’s something that I’ve come to grips with, and it’s time. This is the final retirement.”

Jordan was a phenomenal athlete with a thrilling combination of grace, speed, power, artistry, and competitive desire. Yet Father Time was the only opponent the then-40-year-old Jordan could never overcome. Some current players, like Jordan, remain competitive past their basketball prime, but physical skills will eventually decline, and all players will suffer the same fate: retirement. While a 40-year-old Jordan is considered old by professional sports standards, he would be regarded as relatively young as an elected politician.

But Father Time respects no one, and he ultimately catches up with all of us. Just as Jordan concluded it was time to “hang it up,” Utah Sen. Mitt Romney made the same decision when he announced that he will not seek a second term. Romney emphasized the need for a new generation of leadership. “At the end of another term, I’d be in my mid-80s,” Romney, 76, said in an interview. “Frankly, it’s time for a new generation of leaders.

They’re the ones that need to make the decisions that will shape the world they will be living in.”

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Commentary cian, both are used to applause and cheers from fans and supporters.

They are used to being leaders and the sense of control that comes with it. And yes, they have egos. Too often, the egos of athletes and politicians are calling the shots when it is time for humility to take over. Athletes and politicians are similar because when their physical and mental skills erode, it is not always easy for them to accept the reality that Father Time cannot be beat. Some even look foolish trying to win an unwinnable fight when the American people know better.

A true leader understands they cannot be held captive by their pride, ego, and thirst for power when an influential and productive career has run its natural course. Like Mitt Romney, they rightfully know when it is time to step aside graciously. Not all politicians can humble themselves in this way and step aside when their visible public performance becomes the evidence that something is medically wrong.

In total, this Congress is the third-oldest in U.S. history. Among Congress’s 24 Silent Generation members (defined as those born from 1928 to 1945, the average age is 83.8, with Sen. Chuck Grassley (92) being the oldest. This is the end of the Mitch McConnell era, who is another member of the Silent Generation. The 84-year-old senator from Kentucky is not running for reelection and has not been seen by the general public in more than two months.

The McConnell team has not been straightforward with the people of

Kentucky and has released fewer than a handful of statements saying he had left the rehab center and was continuing his recovery at home while still working with staff. Democrat Charles Booker, who is running to fill McConnell’s seat, is not buying Republican claims. “In an age where every time we turn on the news, there’s lies, we’re in an age of politics where dishonesty is the norm, and the lack of transparency is to be expected,” Booker told The Daily Beast.

“It’s why a lot of people don’t trust politics, so no, I do not believe them.

Mitch McConnell has been known to lie to our people here in Kentucky and the country throughout his career,” he added.

We know Mitch McConnell has to be in control, even when his constituents in Kentucky have a right to know the truth about the medical status of their elected representative.

Although he is nearing the end of his current term, it is safe to say McConnell would never have resigned in the past due to medical reasons. This suggests older members in office from both parties may be unable to serve adequately, yet they hide it from the public.

Following President Joe Biden’s poor June 2024 debate performance, Barack Obama privately told allies that Biden’s route to reelection had become much more difficult. It was true, and Obama stated what the rest of us saw. We saw a public servant with a long, proud career who was unwilling to accept that the American people need leaders who are medically capable of performing their duties in office. This applies to the current president and all elected officials who choose to cover up what Father Time will eventually expose.

(David W. Marshall is founder of the faith-based organization TRB: The Reconciled Body and author of the book “God Bless Our Divided America”.)

Count them. Then hire them.

by Ben Jealous

(TriceEdneyWire.com)—Three weeks before he was killed, Martin Luther King Jr. stood up in a high school gym in Michigan and argued with a number.

The July jobs report says he was right.

It was March of 1968. The government said unemployment in the Black community was 8.8 percent. King said it was almost twice that. Not because anybody was cooking the books.

The country felt good about jobs that spring. The national unemployment rate was 3.6 percent, near the lowest since the Korean War. Washington called that full employment. King was telling them the number was hiding people.

He explained how the count worked.

It counted people out of work and still looking. It did not count the people who had stopped looking. He described them plainly. People who had lost hope. People who had so many doors shut in their faces that they quit knocking.

“These people are considered the discouraged,” he said.

Add them back, he argued, and the true figure was closer to sixteen or seventeen percent.

That was fifty-eight years ago. The count still works much the same way.

Presidents have come and gone. The count has not changed.

Last week the government released the July jobs report. The country lost 23,000 jobs. It corrected May and June, erasing 103,000 jobs we thought we had.

Over the past year we have averaged about 34,000 new jobs a month.

Almost nobody is being hired. Outside a few industries, almost nobody is being

fired either. If you have a job, you are probably safe. If you need one, the door will not open. Then came the number that would have gotten King out of his chair.

The unemployment rate went down. It fell from 4.2 percent to 4.1 percent. That happened because 264,000 people left the labor force. They did not find work.

They stopped being counted.

You are counted as unemployed only if you have no job and you looked for one in the last four weeks. Stop looking, and you are not counted as unemployed. You are not counted at all. Nearly six million Americans say they want a job and are not counted.

They are not lazy. They stopped looking because looking stopped working.

They did not stop wanting a job. They stopped believing one was coming.

Thirty years ago I crisscrossed this country arguing against NAFTA. Corporate lobbyists said we sounded like Chicken Little. Two decades and 63,000 shuttered factories later, every exaggeration they accused us of had come true.

Those factories did not close on Black towns or White towns. They closed on both.

King saw it coming. He wrote in 1967 that there were twice as many White poor as Negro poor in America. So he was not just giving a speech that night.

He was building something.

He had marched to desegregate the lunch counter. That fight was won. The fight left was whether a man could afford what was on it.

In December of 1967 he announced the Poor People’s Campaign. The demand was jobs or income for all.

He meant to bring the poorest families in America to Washington and set them where the country could not look away.

Not only Black families. White families out of the mountains. Mexican American families. Native families. Puerto Rican families. One caravan left Chicago on May 8, 1968. King never saw it. He was killed in Memphis on April 4.

The campaign went on without him and mostly failed. They built a camp on the National Mall and called it Resurrection City. Rain turned it to mud. Police cleared it in June. No jobs bill passed. Nobody got a guaranteed income.

But King was right about the count.

He is still right. A country that stops counting people finds it easy to forget them.

There will be plenty of arguing about these numbers. Arguing has never hired anybody. Only people hire people. So here is what I ask of you.

If you run a business, interview the person your software screened out.

Ask about the gap in the work history instead of assuming the worst.

If you know somebody who quit looking, walk with them back to the door. Say their name to somebody who is hiring.

If you belong to a church or a union or a lodge, find out this month who among you is out of work. Do not stop at praying for them. Make the call.

Dr. King argued with a number because he knew a number can hide a person. Count them. Then hire them.

(Ben Jealous is a professor of practice at the University of Pennsylvania and former president and CEO of the NAACP.)

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No more broken promises to Black America NNPA NEWSWIRE—The AI Boom and the promise of public ownership: Artificial Intelligence (AI) is quickly becoming one of the most powerful forces in the global economy, with the potential to generate historic levels of wealth. As technology companies and governments position themselves to benefit from this growth, our communities must share in those gains in ways that are real, substantial, and protected from political reversal.

At the same time, many communities are pushing back to ensure that new AI infrastructure does not strain local resources, increase costs, or pollute their neighborhoods. Sovereign Wealth Funds and Equity Stakes: the latest promise being offered to the public is the creation of sovereign wealth funds or similar ownership models that would give people a stake in AI-generated wealth.

Several proposals point in this direction: • President Donald Trump has explored strategies for the U.S. government to take equity stakes in leading AI firms. • Senator Bernie Sanders has introduced legislation aimed at giving the public a share in this new economic value. • OpenAI has proposed a voluntary “Public Wealth Fund” that would give American citizens a direct stake in the gains created by artificial intelligence. The question is whether these proposals represent real economic inclusion—or another version of a familiar promise that never fully reaches Black America because of broken promises such as the 40 Acres and a Mule broken promises from government and business are not new to Black Americans.

The history of slavery, emancipation, and Reconstruction shows a repeated pattern: Black labor created wealth, but Black people were denied equal compensation, legal protection, and the resources needed to build generational wealth. Near the end of the Civil War, Union General William Tecumseh Sherman and Secretary of War Edwin Stanton met with 20 Black leaders in Savannah, Georgia. Those leaders made clear that true freedom and self-determination required land ownership. Sherman’s Special Field Order No. 15 set aside 400,000 acres of confiscated Confederate land and granted enslaved families plots of up to 40 acres.

After Lincoln’s assassination, however, President Andrew Johnson reversed course, pardoned former Confederates, and returned the land to its previous owners.

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Commentary Unpaid labor and unequal compensation from 1619 to 1865 were allocated to former enslaved Africans and their descendants who had labored from sunup to sundown without wages, building wealth for enslavers and for the governments and institutions that supported the enslavement economy.

During much of the Civil War, the Militia Act of 1862 allowed Black soldiers to be paid less than White soldiers. Black soldiers received $10 per month, with $3 deducted for clothing, leaving only $7 in take-home pay.

White soldiers received $13 per month with no clothing deduction.

Congress did not correct this inequity for two years.

The reality was that “Emancipation” without economic justice and equality was the order of that period of American history, and in April 1862, eight months before President Abraham Lincoln issued the Emancipation Proclamation, Congress passed the District of Columbia Emancipation Act. The law freed roughly 3,000 Black people, but its benefits were unequal: enslavers received compensation of up to $300 per enslaved person, while the people who had labored without pay received nothing unless they agreed to relocate outside the United States, where they would get $100.

The 13th Amendment, ratified in 1865, abolished slavery in the United States but preserved a loophole by allowing involuntary servitude as punishment for a crime. Former slaveholding states exploited that exception through Black Codes, convict leasing, and Jim Crow laws, using the criminal legal system to restrict Black freedom and to preserve economic control and wealth by former enslavement masters.

These broken promises symbolize the federal government’s failure to provide foundational reparations and economic justice to Black Americans. They represent the systemic hurdles that descendants of enslaved people have navigated as they struggle to build generational wealth in the United States. Today we are facing another threat to Black American economic progress.

President Trump, the Republicans, and the Supreme Court are rolling back all the gains made by our people over the last 162 years. Quality education is being dismantled. Racist gerrymandering disguised as equal opportunity is eliminating Black congressional districts.

Civil Rights are being stripped of their ability to protect Blacks. A massive tax burden is being shifted from the rich to the poor.

Given this record, it is reasonable to question whether the federal government and its technology partners will truly protect Black interests in the next wave of AI-driven wealth. Senator Bernie Sanders is right to argue that artificial intelligence is built on “the collective knowledge of humanity and the creative work of tens of millions of people.” He also correctly warns that the public should have a say in how AI develops so that its benefits serve humanity, not only the wealthiest people on the planet.

However, his current legislative proposal falls short of providing true equality or meaningful economic opportunity for everyday Americans. Sanders estimates that the average payment would be $1,000 per person before taxes. Measured against the 1862 purchasing power offered to relocating slaves, the only time in American history when the DC Blacks were offered reparations, that amount would equal only about $33. Meanwhile, the data, knowledge, and creative work of ordinary people are helping create new billionaires and trillionaires.

This small payment does not address the deeper question: who should own and benefit from the wealth AI generates? No more empty promises to Black American communities should be expected. We will not accept another symbolic promise of “40 acres and a mule” from the federal government or the technology industry.

If AI is going to generate historic levels of wealth, then the benefits must be real, substantial, and protected from political reversal. That means any new public-wealth proposal must include: • Substantial investment in Black communities. • Clear guarantees that promised benefits cannot be easily reversed by a future administration. • Accountability from both government leaders and technology companies.

As President of the 7-million-member National Black Convention, USA, I intend to help ensure that new achievable and financially sustainable promises are not only made but kept.

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El-Sayed: For the working class, regardless of the facts Dr. Abdul El-Sayed won the Michigan Democratic Senate primary over U.S. Representative Haley Stevens.

This contest was a major battle between establishment Democrats represented by Stevens and Democratic Socialists represented by El-Sayed.

El-Sayed is not a member of the Democratic Socialists of America (DSA), but he attended their events and says he supports many of their policy objectives.

In June, DSA-backed candidates shocked the Democratic establishment by dominating the New York Democratic primary for state legislative seats and unseating a 15-term US representative in Colorado. Officials with the DSA stated that their next aim was to deploy organizers, volunteers, and resources to Michigan to help El-Sayed defeat Stevens.

After the DSA’s victories, left-wing media host Emma Vigeland told The Washington Free Beacon, “We’re seeing the culmination of 10 years of democratic socialism becoming more mainstream.”

Was Vigeland’s statement accurate, or was she spreading a falsehood for the media to report as if it were a fact? A recent Economist/YouGov poll found that 29 percent of Americans would vote for a democratic socialist, 45 percent would not, and 26 percent were undecided. The study also found that 32 percent of Americans like socialism, 39 percent oppose it, and 29 percent are undecided.

These figures do not support Vigeland’s claim. That explains why El-Sayed doesn’t identify as a DSA member.

A week before the election, El-Sayed appeared on Roland Martin’s show.

Martin remarked that the current

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Check It Out poll placed him 15 points ahead of Stevens, but he was curious about El-Sayed’s specific message to African Americans to get their vote.

El-Sayed said, “I’ve been showing up for the community. Since I started in public service, I have rebuilt Detroit’s health department after it was shut down during the city’s bankruptcy and state takeover.

I have taken on some of the biggest corporate polluters in our state and ensured that every school, day care, and Head Start program was tested for lead in the water following the Flint water crisis. I’ve shown up as Wayne County Health Director to do things like put air quality monitors all over Wayne County, provide free health insurance for new small businesses, and eliminate upward of 700 million dollars in medical debt over the next several years. I understand what it means to show up and work alongside and behind the key leaders in the community.”

Stevens, on the other hand, expressed her commitment to meeting people where they are. She stated she will protect and expand voting rights. She supported strong oversight of law enforcement, and she highlighted her MI Hope Agenda, which was a policy platform tailored to Black Michiganders. It focused on 1) equitable federal investment. 2)

economic empowerment and access.

3) Safer communities. 4) Health and family stability. 5) Education, innovation, and STEM workforce. 6) Water and infrastructure justice. 7) Lower housing costs.

Stevens had a platform specifically for African Americans, while ElSayed wanted extra credit for showing up. It turned out that El-Sayed’s 15-point lead over Stevens was a massive overestimate. El-Sayed beat Stevens 48.5 to 47.5. Following El-Sayed’s single-point victory, Harry Enten, CNN’s Chief Data Analyst, broke down who voted for El-Sayed and who did not.

It’s worth noting that El-Sayed’s campaign insisted he was the candidate for working families and the working class.

Enten pointed out that Democrats have been losing working-class and non-college-educated voters; despite El-Sayed’s populist campaign, he was unable to connect with these voters.

El-Sayed won 0 of the 15 counties with the fewest college graduates, but he did win 13 of the top 15 with the most. That means he did poorly in the areas with the most working-class and African American voters. Enten pointed out that the majority of El-Sayed votes came from college towns and affluent neighborhoods.

Amazingly, senior Democrats around the country praised El-Sayed, describing him as a champion for working families and the working class.

The numbers don’t support this claim, but to win the general election, senior Democrats must promote this falsehood so the media will report it as fact.

The March on Washington isn’t about the past; it’s about our future (TriceEdneyWire.com)—“The plain and simple fact is that until we went into the streets, the federal government was indifferent to our demands. It was not until the streets and jails of Birmingham were filled that Congress began to think about civil rights legislation.

It was not until construction sites were picketed in the North that Negro workers were hired. We here today are only the first wave. When we leave, it will be to carry on the civil rights revolution home with us into every nook and cranny of the land.”—A. Philip Randolph’s 1963 March on Washington On August 28th, thousands of people from every corner of this country will descend on the Lincoln Memorial for the 63rd anniversary of the March on Washington. As they climb the steps of the monument, much of the setting remains the same as it did those six decades ago, but we are living in a different America.

The Washington Monument still stands in the distance, slightly obscuring the dome of the United States Capitol, but today the halls of power are much more diverse.

The waiting pool, now coated in chipped blue paint commissioned by the White House, still reflects crowds of Americans who visit the nation’s capital every year. And Abraham Lincoln’s face still carries the gravitas of this precarious moment in history.

Just as the Lincoln Memorial served as home to a resilient Mari-

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To Be Equal an Anderson after being denied the right to perform at Constitution Hall because of her race and Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. reshaped America with his “I Have a Dream” speech, we intend to make this year’s March on Washington more than a symbolic moment. We intend to change the course of history and this country.

I will join the National Action Network and a coalition of labor, faith, and civil rights groups to defend the vote, protect equal opportunity, and demand economic dignity. This year’s March, Co-chaired

by Rev. Al Sharpton, Martin Luther King III, and Arndrea Waters King and co-convened by the National Action Network and the Drum Major Institute, is a call to action for all Americans to act in the face of growing threats to our progress.

It took two years after the 1964 March on Washington for Congress to pass and codify the Voting Rights Act into law. Today, we’re demanding that Congress restore what has been stripped from us in Shelby v. Holder, roll back the damage done by Louisiana v.

Callais, and enshrine the right to vote for Americans so deeply into

our Constitution that challengers cannot attack it in the future.

But make no mistake, we are not in any position to wait. We need action taken now.

Unlike in the 1960’s when public pressure forced Congress to act with dignity and recognize the harm of ignoring state-sanctioned racism and segregation, we live in a world where technology is moving our attention and moods at lightning speed.

What gets attention in the news this morning may be eclipsed by another outrageous headline by lunch. And what generates public outrage today gets contorted into narratives that support fragmented opinions on the direction of the country tomorrow.

This March isn’t about reflecting on the past by showing up one day; it’s a continuation of a legacy and another action of sustained pressure from our coalition to demand change.

The Urban League movement, comprised of affiliate CEOs and our auxiliary groups like our Urban League Young Professionals and Urban League Guild, is marching in solidarity for the future of our country.

We are calling on you to be part of this movement. Sign a petition and share the March online if you can’t join us on the 28th in Washington, D.C. Get involved today by visiting and watch the livestream on nul.org.

Black people, August and ancestral connections This month marks Black August. A time for Black people of the diaspora to train, fast, study and fight! A time to honor the ancestors of the Black Liberation Movement, support, and call for release of political prisoners as well as educate the community on our continued history of resistance. It originated in California prisons with George Jackson who was sentenced to 1 year to life in San Quentin for stealing $70 from a local gas station.

While incarcerated he became politicalized through teachings of his fellow prisoners and mentors W.L. Nolen, Cleveland Edwards and Alvin Miller. This led to him co-creating a chapter of the Black Panther Party in the jail and publishing two books, “Soledad Brother” and “Blood in My Eye.” During his time in jail, he witnessed the assassination of his mentors by a prison guard. As a result, he led a hunger strike and demanded an investigation. The guard was not held accountable which led to uprisings inside the jail, where a guard was killed. George, along with Fleeta Drumgo and John Cluchette, were charged and the three became known as the Soledad Brothers. This led to the creation of Black August as the campaign received international support and highlighted prison abuse.

Our ancestors wanted Black people to use it as time to broaden our revo-

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Commentary lutionary consciousness. To effectively do this we have to recognize the connection with Black August and the revolutionary history of our ancestors across the diaspora.

Black people have a revolutionary connection to the month of August.

Many revolts occurred during this time. The Montgomery Riverfront Brawl of 2023 is an example of this.

Here it should be noted that a group of Black women just two hours before the brawl, conducting a ceremony to honor our ancestors who were sold on that dock. The connection here is not a coincidence. It’s rooted in our ancestral connections of resistance in August that goes back to revolts such as the Haitian Revolution, Nat Turner’s Rebellion and Gabriel’s Rebellion.

On August 22, 1791, enslaved Africans led by ancestors such as Dutty Boukman, Jean‑François Papillon, Georges Biassou and Jeannot Romaine‑la‑Prophétesse organized a massive rebellion that became known as the Haitian Revolution. This resulted in the establishment of Haiti

as the first indepen­dent Black republic. In addition, in August of 1831, Nat Turner started the only effective enslaved rebellion, lasting two days and killing over 50 White slave owners for their crimes against enslaved people such as murder, rape and cannibalism.

Gabriel’s Rebellion was another revolt that in a lot of ways laid the groundwork for Nat Turner. This uprising was planned by ancestor Gabriel Prosser in August of 1800.

He planned on seizing Richmond and freeing people, but after a rain delay, someone revealed his plan to slave owners. He was later arrested along with others. Prosser, who was literate, planned the revolt over six months, demonstrating the keen planning, intelligence and resistance of Black enslaved people that White slave owners tried to hide.

A lot of these stories and names may be new to you, as they don’t appear in the history books. On the other hand, we can’t depend on non-Black people to teach us these things. As a people we should increase our STUDY, as countless names and stories have gone unknown. It’s our duty to tell our ancestors’ stories. We must move and continue in the spirit of our ancestors to study, fast, train and fight.

I will stress that in today’s times we need to be heavy on the FIGHT part and continue to RESIST!

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CONDITIONS OF SALE Effective with the August 3, 2020, Sheriff Sale of real estate and all such monthly public sales thereafter shall be conducted virtually through video conferencing technology or live streaming. ALL PARTICIPANTS OR BIDDERS MUST BE REGISTERED AT LEAST 7 DAYS BEFORE THE DATE OF THE SALE IN ORDER TO PARTICIPATE (VIRTUALLY OR IN PERSON) AT THE ALLEGHENY COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE SALES OF REAL ESTATE. REGISTRATION WILL BE AVAILABLE ON THE ALLEGHENY COUNTY SHERIFF’S WEBSITE: SHERIFFALLEGHENYCOUNTY.COM. The Successful bidder will pay full amount of bid in CASH, CERTIFIED CHECK OR CASHIERS CHECK at time of sale, otherwise the property will be resold at the next regular Sheriffs Sale; provided, that if the sale is made on TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 8, 2026 the bidder may pay ten percent of purchasing price but not less than $75.00 in CASH, CERTIFIED CHECK, OR CASHIERS CHECK THE DAY IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE SALE, e.g. WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 9, 2026, BETWEEN THE HOURS OF 8:30AM AND 2:30PM IN THE ALLEGHENY COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE. Failure to pay the 10% deposit will have you banned from future Sheriff Sales. And the balance in CASH, CERTIFIED CHECK, OR CASHIERS CHECK, on or before MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 14, 2026, at 10:00 O’CLOCK A.M. The property will be resold at the next regular Sheriff’s Sale if the balance is not paid, and in such case all money’s paid in at the original sale shall be applied to any deficiency in the price of which property is resold, and provided further that if the successful bidder is the plaintiff in the execution the bidder shall pay full amount of bid ON OR BEFORE THE FIRST MONDAY OF THE FOLLOWING MONTH, OTHERWISE WRIT WILL BE RETURNED AND MARKED “REAL ESTATE UNSOLD” and all monies advanced by plaintiff will be applied as required by COMMON PLEAS COURT RULE 3129.2 (1) (a).

FORFEITED SALES WILL BE POSTED IN THE SHERIFF’S OFFICE AND LISTED ON THE SHERIFF OF ALLEGHENY COUNTY WEB SITE. AMENDMENT OF THE CODE SECOND CLASS COUNTY NEW CHAPTER 475 THE ALLEGHENY COUNTY CODE OF ORDINANCES, CHAPTER 475, ENTITLED TAXATION IS HEREBY AMENDED THROUGH THE CREATION ARTICLE XII, ENTITLED, “SHERIFF SALES”, AND COMPRISED AS FOLLOWS: SUBSECTION 475-60: RECORDING OF DEEDS AND NOTIFICATION OF SHERIFFS SALES TO TAXING BODIES. A. FOR ANY REAL PROPERTY OFFERED AT SHERIFFS SALE DUE TO NONPAYMENT OF REAL ESTATE TAXES AND PURCHASED BY A THIRD PARTY THROUGH SUCH SALE, THE SHERIFF SHALL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR FILING THE DEED AND, WITHIN SEVEN DAYS OF FILING OF THE SHERIFFS DEED, PROVIDE WRITTEN NOTICE OF THE CONVEYANCE TO THE ALLEGHENY COUNTY OFFICE OF PROPERTY ASSESSMENTS. THE WRITTEN NOTICE REQUIRED PURSUANT TO THIS SUBSECTION SHALL INCLUDE THE DATE OF THE SALE, IDENTIFICATION OF THE PROPERTY SOLD BY BOTH ADDRESS AND LOT AND BLOCK NUMBER, AND THE NAME AND ADDRESS OF THE INDIVIDUALS OR OTHER ENTITY THAT PURCHASED THE PROPERTY. B. AT THE TIME OF THE SALE THE SHERIFF SHALL COLLECT ALL REQUISITE FILING COSTS, REALTY TRANSFER TAXES AND FEES, NECESSARY TO PROPERLY RECORD THE DEED. C. WITHIN SEVEN DAYS OF RECEIPT OF WRITTEN NOTICE FROM THE SHERIFF, THE ALLEGHENY COUNTY OFFICE OF PROPERTY ASSESSMENTS SHALL FORWARD COPIES OF SUCH NOTICE TO ALL TAXING BODIES LEVYING REAL ESTATE TAXES ON THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE MUNICIPALITY AND SCHOOL DISTRICT WHERE THE PROPERTY IS LOCATED. AS REQUIRED BY SECTION 14 OF ACT NO. 77 OF 1986, THE COST OF ALL DOCUMENTARY STAMPS FOR REAL ESTATE TRANSFER TAXES (STATE, LOCAL, AND SCHOOL) WILL BE DEDUCTED BY THE SHERIFF FROM THE PROCEEDS OF THE SALE. Purchasers must pay the necessary recording fees. Pursuant to Rule 3136 P.R.C.P. NOTICE is hereby given that a schedule of distribution will be filed by the Sheriff not later than 30 days from date of sale and that distribution will be made in accordance with the schedule unless exceptions are filed thereto within 10 days thereafter. No further notice of the filing of the schedule of distribution will be given.

A Land Bank formed under 68 Pa. C.S.A. 2101 et seq. may exercise its right to bid pursuant to 68 Pa. C.S.A. 2117(d) (2) through Pa. C.S.A. 2117(d) (4) on certain properties listed for sale under the municipal claims and Tax Lien Law, 53 P.S. 7101 et seq. The Sheriff of Allegheny County will honor the terms of payment which the Land Bank has entered with any municipalities having a claim against the property. If the Land Bank tenders a bid under Pa. C.S.A. 2117(d)(3) or 2117(d)(4) the property will not be offered for sale to others and the Property will be considered sold to the Land Bank for the Upset Price as defined in P.S.7279 and no other bids will be accepted.

NOTICE IS GIVEN THAT ALL SHERIFFS DEEDS TENDERED TO PURCHASERS WILL CONTAIN THE FOLLOWING: NOTICE: The undersigned, as evidenced by the signature(s) to this notice and the acceptance and recording of this deed, (is/are) fully cognizant of the fact that the undersigned may not be obtaining the right of protection against subsidence, as to the property herein conveyed, resulting from coal mining operations and that the purchased property, herein conveyed, may be protected from damage due to mine subsidence by a private contract with the owners of the economic interest in the coal. This notice is inserted herein to comply with the Bituminous Mine Subsidence and Land Conservation Act of 1966. as amended 1980. Oct. 10, P.L 874, No. 156 §1.

“This document may not sell, convey, transfer, include, or insure the title to the coal and right of support underneath the surface land described or referred to herein and the owner or owners of such coal may have the complete legal right to remove all of such coal, and in that connection damage may result to the surface of the land, any house, building or other structure on or in such land.”

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DEFENDANT(S) Thomas E. Rodgers and Tami R. Rodgers ************** CASE NO. MG-25-000696 ********* DEBT $23,317.79 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S) Shnayder Law Firm, LLC *********************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(s) 148-East Street Road, Suite 352, Feasterville, PA 19053 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: 215-834-3103 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION ******************** In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Township of Crescent: Having erected thereon a dwelling being known and numbered as 181 McGovern Blvd., Crescent, PA 15046. Deed Book Volume 10590, Page 058: Block and Lot Number 703-E-214.

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PLAINTIFF(S) BOROUGH OF BLAWNOX Vs. DEFENDANT(S) CATHERINE RABINOWITZ AND JACK RABINOWITZ ************** CASE NO. GD-22-008550 ********* DEBT $5,781.70 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S) CHRISTOPHER E. VINCENT *********************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(s) 546 WENDEL ROAD, IRWIN, PA 15642 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (724) 978-0333 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION ********************

In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, BOROUGH OF BLAWNOX: HAVING ERECTED THEREON A DWELLING BEING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 221 WALNUT STREET, PITTSBURGH, PA 15238. DEED BOOK 14599, PAGE 128. BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER 292-N-392.

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PLAINTIFF(S) DEER LAKES SCHOOL DISTRICT Vs. DEFENDANT(S) HARRY COVODE BENNETT, IV ************** CASE NO. GD-25-003274 ********* DEBT $15,347.97 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S) CHRISTOPHER E. VINCENT *********************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(s) 546 WENDEL ROAD, IRWIN, PA 15642 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (724) 978-0333 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION ******************** In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, TOWNSHIP OF WEST DEER: HAVING ERECTED THEREON A DWELLING BEING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 1005 MACARTHUR DRIVE, RUSSELLTON, PA 15076. DEED BOOK 14755, PAGE 427.

BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER 1219-N-372.

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PLAINTIFF(S) BOROUGH OF OAKMONT Vs. DEFENDANT(S) MELYNDA C. GROGG ************** CASE NO. GD-24-004175 ********* DEBT $2,465.68 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S) CHRISTOPHER E. VINCENT *********************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(s) 546 WENDEL ROAD, IRWIN, PA 15642 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (724) 978-0333 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION ******************** In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, BOROUGH OF OAKMONT: HAVING ERECTED THEREON A DWELLING BEING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 14 GREENWICH COURT, OAKMONT, PA 15139.

DEED BOOK 14443 PAGE 280. BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER 444-K-021-14.

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PLAINTIFF(S) MCKEESPORT AREA SCHOOL DISTRICT AND CITY OF MCKEESPORT Vs. DEFENDANT(S) NEXT LEVEL DEVELOPMENT, LLC ************** CASE NO. GD-24-011990 ********* DEBT $12,765.06 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S) CHRISTOPHER E. VINCENT *********************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(s) 546 WENDEL ROAD, IRWIN, PA 15642 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (724) 978-0333 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION ******************** In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, CITY OF MCKEESPORT: HAVING ERECTED THEREON A DWELLING BEING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 1615 SUMAC STREET, MCKEESPORT, PA 15132. DEED BOOK 18475, PAGE 270.

BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER 381-G-063.

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PLAINTIFF(S) Steel Valley School District and Borough of Munhall Vs. DEFENDANT(S) Jennifer E. Thompson ************** CASE NO. GD-23-009455 ********* DEBT $7,561.54 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S) Jeffrey D. Ries, Esquire *********************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(s) 714 Lebanon Rd., West Mifflin, PA 15122 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: 412-464-9997 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION ******************** ALL THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED REAL ESTATE SITUATE IN THE COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA, COUNTY OF ALLEGHENY, AND BOROUGH OF MUNHALL. HAVING ERECTED THEREON A TWO-STORY, OLD-STYLE BRICK DWELLING, KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 116 EAST 21st AVENUE, HOMESTEAD, PENNSYLVANIA 15120.DEED BOOK VOLUME 9890, PAGE 314, BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER 131-M-1 l.

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DEFENDANT(S) PATRICK M. NORRIS ************** CASE NO. GD 18 - 012700 ********* DEBT $91,054.36 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S) STEPHEN M. ELEK, ESQUIRE *********************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(s) AAS DEBT RECOVERY INC. Suite 205-Alstan Mall 2526 Monroeville Blvd.

Monroeville, PA 15146 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (412) 829-0624 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION ******************** In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, TOWNSHIP OF MOON: HAVING ERECTED THEREON A RESIDENTIAL DWELLING BEING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 1333 CORAOPOLIS HEIGHTS ROAD, CORAOPOLIS, PENNSYLVANIA 15108. DEED BOOK 18766, PAGE 29. BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER 417A-291

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DEFENDANT(S) LISA A. YOUNG, JONATHAN P. YOUNG ************** CASE NO. MG-22-000655 ********* DEBT $370,366.68 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S) KML LAW GROUP, P.C. *********************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(s) SUITE 5000, 701 MARKET STREET PHILADELPHIA, PA 19106 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (215) 627-1322 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION ******************** IN THE COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA, COUNTY OF ALLEGHENY, 14TH WARD CITY OF PITTSBURGH: HAVING ERECTED THEREON A DWELLING BEING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 5403 GUARINO ROAD, PITTSBURGH, PA 15217. DEED BOOK 13253, PAGE 489.

BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER 87-A-64.

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DEFENDANT(S) AUTUMN M. HENRY SOLELY IN HER CAPACITY AS HEIR OF TANIA L. HENRY, DECEASED, MICHAEL T. HENRY SOLELY IN HIS CAPACITY AS HEIR OF TANIA L. HENRY, DECEASED ************** CASE NO. MG-26-000258 ********* DEBT $80,813.61 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S) KML LAW GROUP, P.C. *********************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(s) SUITE 5000, 701 MARKET STREET PHILADELPHIA, PA 19106 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (215) 627-1322 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION ******************** IN THE COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA, COUNTY OF ALLEGHENY, BOROUGH OF AVALON: HAVING ERECTED THEREON A DWELLING BEING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 929 SEDALIA AVENUE, PITTSBURGH, PA 15202. DEED BOOK 16005, PAGE 69.

BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER 215-J-249.

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DEFENDANT(S) UNKNOWN HEIRS, PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVES, SUCCESSORS, ASSIGNS, AND ALL PERSONS, FIRMS ,OR ASSOCIATIONS CLAIMING RIGHT, TITLE, OR INTEREST FROM OR UNDER ANNA SEKELIK, DECEASED, UNKNOWN HEIRS, PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVES, SUCCESSORS, ASSIGNS, AND ALL PERSONS, FIRMS, OR ASSOCIATIONS CLAIMING RIGHT, TITLE, OR INTEREST FROM OR UNDER DYAN JONES, DECEASED, MARCIA HUTTON, EXECUTRIX OF THE ESTATE OF ANNA SEKELIK, DECEASED AND AS KNOWN HEIR OF ANNA SEKELIK, DECEASED ************** CASE NO. MG-21-000171 ********* DEBT $177,106.56 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S) KML LAW GROUP, P.C. *********************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(s) SUITE 5000, 701 MARKET STREET PHILADELPHIA, PA 19106 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (215) 627-1322 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION ******************** IN THE COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA, COUNTY OF ALLEGHENY, BOROUGH OF CARNEGIE: HAVING ERECTED THEREON A DWELLING BEING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 113 -117 COURT STREET, CARNEGIE, PA 15106. DEED BOOK 290, PAGE 3604.

BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER 103-G-118.

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DEFENDANT(S) ZACHARY DAVID LYTLE ************** CASE NO. GD-26-003777 ********* DEBT $204,807.72 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S) KML LAW GROUP, P.C. *********************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(s) SUITE 5000, 701 MARKET STREET PHILADELPHIA, PA 19106 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (215) 627-1322 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION ******************** IN THE COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA, COUNTY OF ALLEGHENY, BOROUGH OF PLUM: HAVING ERECTED THEREON A DWELLING BEING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 401 FINLEY ROAD, PITTSBURGH, PA 15239. DEED BOOK 19827, PAGE 113.

BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER 852-C-85.

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PLAINTIFF(S): County of Allegheny Vs. DEFENDANT(S) Mildred Jean Lobus, With Notice to Heirs and Assigns ************** CASE NO. GD 25-010221 ********* DEBT $4,809.07 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S) Joseph W. Gramc, Esquire *********************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(s) 525 William Penn Place, Suite 3110 Pittsburgh, PA 15219 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (412) 281-0587 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION ******************** In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Borough of Baldwin: Having erected thereon a one-story brick house being known as 3644 Wallace Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15227. Deed Book Volume 4120, Page 505. Block & Lot No. 136-L-40.

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DEFENDANT(S) KIMBERLY DOUBT ************** CASE NO. MG-25-000034 ********* DEBT $168,908.73 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S) David L. Scherer, Esquire McGrath McCall, P.C. *********************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(s) Four Gateway Center, Suite 1340, 444 Liberty Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15222 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: 412-281-4333 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION ******************** In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Township of Wilkins: HAVING ERECTED THEREON A 1-STORY BRICK DWELLING KNOWN AS 142 QUEENSTON DRIVE, PITTSBURGH, PA 15235, AND DESIGNATED AS BLOCK AND LOT 541-K-60, DEED BOOK VOLUME 19203, PAGE 439.

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PLAINTIFF(S) BETHEL PARK SCHOOL DISTRICT Vs. DEFENDANT(S) CYNTHIA E. PIERCE & LAUREN M. PIERCE ************** CASE NO. GD-25-010986 ********* DEBT $8,059.90 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S) Elizabeth P. Sattler, Esquire *********************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(s) 437 Grant Street, Suite 918, Pittsburgh, PA 15219 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: 412-391-0160 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, MUNICIPALITY OF BETHEL PARK: HAVING ERECTED THEREON A DWELLING, KNOWN AS 19 PONTIAC ROAD, PITTSBURGH, PA 15241. DEED BOOK 19341 ; PAGE 277. BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER 394-R-16.

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PLAINTIFF(S) BETHEL PARK SCHOOL DISTRICT Vs. DEFENDANT(S) SANATKUMAR P. SHAH & BARBARA J. SHAH ************** CASE NO. GD-24-013490 ********* DEBT $12,569.40 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S) Elizabeth P. Sattler, Esquire *********************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(s) 437 Grant Street, Suite 918, Pittsburgh, PA 15219 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: 412-391-0160 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, MUNICIPALITY OF BETHEL PARK: HAVING ERECTED THEREON A DWELLING, KNOWN AS 1167 GROUSE RUN ROAD, BETHEL PARK, PA 15102. DEED BOOK 5693, PAGE 21. BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER 773-H-32.

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PLAINTIFF(S) BETHEL PARK SCHOOL DISTRICT Vs. DEFENDANT(S) BLAINE C. SHIFF ************** CASE NO. GD-24-013493 ********* DEBT $6,440.09 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S) Elizabeth P. Sattler, Esquire *********************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(s) 437 Grant Street, Suite 918, Pittsburgh, PA 15219 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: 412-391-0160 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, MUNICIPALITY OF BETHEL PARK: HAVING ERECTED THEREON A DWELLING, KNOWN AS 6191 MOUNTAIN AVENUE, BETHEL PARK, PA 15102. DEED BOOK 15358, PAGE 339. BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER 889-D-55.

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PLAINTIFF(S) GATEWAY SCHOOL DISTRICT Vs. DEFENDANT(S) DOUGLAS CLEVELAND & JANICE MARIE CLEVELAND ************** CASE NO. GD-25-005396 ********* DEBT $4,482.47 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S) Elizabeth P. Sattler, Esquire *********************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(s) 437 Grant Street, Suite 918, Pittsburgh, PA 15219 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: 412-391-0160 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, MUNICIPALITY OF MONROEVILLE: HAVING ERECTED THEREON A DWELLING, KNOWN AS 809 COTTONWOOD DRIVE, MONROEVILLE, PA 15146. DEED BOOK 17842, PAGE 532. BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER 637-F-271.

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DEFENDANT(S) REBECCA YVETTE SINGH AKA REBECCA YVETTE DAVIS, FAITH DANETT DAVIS, IN THEIR CAPACITY AS HEIRS OF BARBARA ANN DAVIS; UNKNOWN HEIRS, SUCCESSORS, ASSIGNS, AND ALL PERSONS, FIRMS, OR ASSOCIATIONS, CLAIMING RIGHT, TITLE, OR INTEREST FROM OR UNDER BARBARA ANN DAVIS ************** CASE NO. MG-26-000124 ********* DEBT $32,837.93 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S) Robertson, Anschutz, Schneid, Crane & Partners, PLLC *********************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(s) 133 GAITHER DRIVE, SUITE F MOUNT LAUREL, NJ 08054 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: 412-391-0160 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Borough of Wilkinsburg: Having erected thereon a dwelling being known and numbered as 1468 ELIZABETH BLVD, PITTSBURGH, PA 15221. Deed Book Volume 4869, Page 569. Block and Lot Number 0297-F-000540000-00.

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PLAINTIFF(S): Borough of Dormont Vs. DEFENDANT(S) Michael Gamble ************** CASE NO. GD 24-014776 ********* DEBT $5,569.58 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S) Joseph W. Gramc, Esquire *********************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(s) 525 William Penn Place, Ste. 3110 Pittsburgh, PA 15219 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (412) 281-0587 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Borough of Dormont: Having erected thereon a two-story masonry frame house known as 1514 Dormont Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15216. Deed Book Volume 18403, Page 346. Block & Lot 98-C-282.

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PLAINTIFF(S): Steel Valley School District Vs. DEFENDANT(S) Sheila Russell, Known Heir of Curtis Lee Russell and Gertrude P. Russell, Deceased ************** CASE NO. GD-23-009945 ********* DEBT $7,592.16 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S) Jeffrey D. Ries, Esquire *********************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(s) 714 Lebanon Road, West Mifflin, PA 15122 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: 412-464-9997 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Borough of Homestead: HAVING ERECTED THEREON A TWO-STORY FRAME DWELLING, BEING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 124 EAST 12TH AVENUE, HOMESTEAD, PENNSYLVANIA 15120, DEED BOOK VOLUME 3991, PAGE 388, BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER 131-B-132.

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DEFENDANT(S) PITTSBURG LUXE, LLC AND JILL HUBBELL ************** CASE NO. GD-26-002056 ********* DEBT $153,107.09 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S) McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLP *********************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(s) 485F Route 1 South, Suite 300, Iselin, NJ 08830-3072 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (445) 207-4041 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: IN THE COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA, COUNTY OF ALLEGHENY AND CITY OF MCKEESPORT: HAVING ERECTED THEREON A SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL DWELLING BEING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 3101 ORCHARD STREET, MCKEESPORT, PA 15132. DEED BOOK VOLUME 19592, PAGE 126. BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER 0464-C-00236-0000-00.

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DEFENDANT(S) Enk Real Estate Investments LLC ************** CASE NO. GD-26-000602 ********* DEBT $169,896.39 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S) Timothy A. Cirino, Esq *********************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(s) 1628 John F. Kennedy Boulevard, Suite 300, Philadelphia,PA 19103 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (212) 471-5100 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: IN THE COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA, COUNTY OF ALLEGHENY, AND BOROUGH OF MUNHALL: HAVING ERECTED THEREON A DWELLING BEING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 700 EAST 17TH AVENUE, HOMESTEAD, PA 15120. DEED BOOK VOLUME 19062, PAGE 160. BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER 0131-D00333-0000-00.

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PLAINTIFF(S) MCKEESPORT AREA SCHOOL DISTRICT AND CITY OF MCKEESPORT Vs DEFENDANT(S) JACQUELINE M. DAVIS ************** CASE NO. GD-23-013159 ********* DEBT $12,219.77 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S) CHRISTOPHER E. VINCENT *********************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(s) 546 WENDEL ROAD, IRWIN, PA 15642 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (724) 978-0333 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, CITY OF MCKEESPORT: HAVING ERECTED THEREON A DWELLING BEING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 417 29th STREET, MCKEESPORT, PA 15132. DEED BOOK 16820 PAGE 52.

BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER 464-F-296.

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PLAINTIFF(S) MCKEESPORT AREA SCHOOL DISTRICT AND CITY OF MCKEESPORT Vs DEFENDANT(S) JACQUELINE DAVIS ************** CASE NO. GD-23-013326 ********* DEBT $5,976.22 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S) CHRISTOPHER E. VINCENT *********************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(s) 546 WENDEL ROAD, IRWIN, PA 15642 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (724) 978-0333 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, CITY OF MCKEESPORT: HAVING ERECTED THEREON A DWELLING BEING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 1106 CRAIG STREET, MCKEESPORT, PA 15132. DEED BOOK 16530 PAGE 185.

BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER 380-R-140.

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DEFENDANT(S) Kyle Pack, AKA Kyle Z. Pack ************** CASE NO. MG-25-000137 ********* DEBT $62,357.11 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S) MDK Legal *********************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(s) P. 0. Box 165028 Columbus, OH 43216-5028 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: 614-220-5611 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Borough of East McKeesport: Having erected thereon a dwelling being known and numbered as 619 Lincoln Highway, East McKeesport, PA 15035.

Document Number 2019-7766, Deed Book Volume 17558, Page 24. Block and Lot Number 0547-L-00012-0000-00.

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DEFENDANT(S) Sandra L.Gibala ************** CASE NO. MG-26-000185 ********* DEBT $16,977.44 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S) MDK Legal *********************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(s) P. 0. Box 165028 Columbus, OH 43216-5028 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: 614-220-5611 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, North Versailles Township: Having erected thereon a dwelling being known and numbered as 108 Tintsman Avenue, North Versailles, PA 15137. Deed Book Volume 6142, Page 569. Block and Lot Number 0456-S-00280-0000-00.

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DEFENDANT(S) Shawna Leigh Smith ************** CASE NO. MG-24-000984 ********* DEBT $315,447.21 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S) MDK Legal *********************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(s) P. 0. Box 165028 Columbus, OH 43216-5028 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: 614-220-5611 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Borough of Jefferson Hills: Parcel 1: Having erected a dwelling being known and numbered as 227 Meadowfield Lane, Clairton, PA 15025 AKA 227 Meadowfield Lane, Jefferson Hills, PA 15025, Document Number 2018-19512, Deed Book Volume 17265, Page 180, Block and Lot Number 0661-C00100-0000-00.

Parcel 2: Vacant land being known Chelsea Drive, Clairton, PA 15025, Document Number 2018-19512, Deed Book Volume 17265, Page 180, Block and Lot Number 0661-C00194-0000-00.

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DEFENDANT(S) WILLIAM T. LATHEM ************** CASE NO. MG-26-000313 ********* DEBT $177,296.89 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S) KML LAW GROUP, P.C. *********************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(s) SUITE 5000, 701 MARKET STREET PHILADELPHIA, PA 19106 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (215) 627-1322 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: IN THE COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA, COUNTY OF ALLEGHENY, BOROUGH OF WEST MIFFLIN: HAVING ERECTED THEREON A DWELLING BEING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 2250 VERMONT AVENUE, WEST MIFFLIN, PA 15122. DEED BOOK 19008, PAGE 241.

BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER 241-M-49.

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DEFENDANT(S) JASON PHILLIPS ************** CASE NO. GD 26-001772 ********* DEBT $7,486.55 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S) JOHN T. VOGEL, TUCKER ARENSBERG, P.C. *********************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(s) TUCKER ARENSBERG, P.C. ONE PPG PLACE,_STE 1500 PITTSBURGH, PA 15222 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: 412.594.3902 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: IN THE COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA, COUNTY OF ALLEGHENY, BOROUGH OF CORAOPOLIS: HAVING ERECTED THEREON A RESIDENTIAL DWELLING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 1402 PINE WAY, CORAOPOLIS, PENNSYLVANIA 15108, DEED BOOK VOLUME 17469, PAGE 45 BLOCK AND LOT 342-L-226.

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DEFENDANT(S) DIANE STANESIC AKA DIANE L. STANESIC; THOMAS STANESIC AKA THOMAS F. STANESIC ************** CASE NO. GD-25-011987 ********* DEBT $76,272.51 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S) Robertson, Anschutz, Schneid, Crane & Partners, PLLC *********************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(s) 133 GAITHER DRIVE, SUITE F MOUNT LAUREL, NJ 08054 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: 855-225-6906 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Borough of West Mifflin: Having erected thereon a dwelling being known and numbered as 2803 GLENNY LANE EXT, WEST MIFFLIN, PA 15122.

Deed Book Volume 12286, Page 411. Block and Lot Number 0241-F-00139-0000-00.

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DEFENDANT(S) PATRICIA J. ELSTNER ************** CASE NO. GD-26-002473 ********* DEBT $93,408.89 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S) Robertson, Anschutz, Schneid, Crane & Partners, PLLC *********************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(s) 133 GAITHER DRIVE, SUITE F MOUNT LAUREL, NJ 08054 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: 855-225-6906 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, City of Pittsburgh, 17th Ward: Having erected thereon a dwelling being known and numbered as 1908 SAINT PAUL ST, PITTSBURGH, PA 15203. Deed Book Volume 09273, Page 113. Block and Lot Number 0013-A-00145-0000-00.

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DEFENDANT(S) SUSAN E. STARK, IN HER CAPACITY AS HEIR OF UNDER JEAN S. SLAUGENHAUPT; UNKNOWN HEIRS, SUCCESSORS, ASSIGNS, AND ALL PERSONS, FIRMS, OR ASSOCIATIONS, CLAIMING RIGHT, TITLE, OR INTEREST FROM OR UNDER JEAN S. SLAUGENHAUPT ************** CASE NO. MG-25-001042 ********* DEBT $88,265.50 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S) Robertson, Anschutz, Schneid, Crane & Partners, PLLC *********************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(s) 133 GAITHER DRIVE, SUITE F MOUNT LAUREL, NJ 08054 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: 855-225-6906 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Municipality of Monroeville: Having erected thereon a dwelling being known and numbered as 433 COTTAGE LANE, MONROEVILLE, PA 15146. Deed Book Volume 7134, Page 152. Block and Lot Number 0741-S-00193-0000-00.

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DEFENDANT(S) MEGAN C. COLEMAN ************** CASE NO. MG-24-000027 ********* DEBT $293,302.09 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S) Robertson, Anschutz, Schneid, Crane & Partners, PLLC *********************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(s) 133 GAITHER DRIVE, SUITE F MOUNT LAUREL, NJ 08054 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: 855-225-6906 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: IN THE COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA, COUNTY OF ALLEGHENY, O’HARA TOWNSHIP: HAVING ERECTED THEREON A DWELLING BEING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 1605 POWERS RUN ROAD, PITTSBURGH, PA 15238. DEED BOOK VOLUME 14816, PAGE 175. BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER 0360-M-00032-0000-00.

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DEFENDANT(S) Jonathan M. Miller ************** CASE NO. MG-24-000023 ********* DEBT $70,352.39 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S) Jared M. Greenberg, Esquire *********************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(s) 200 Eagle Road, Suite 120, Wayne PA 19087 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (484) 367-4191 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Township of Elizabeth: Having erected thereon a single family dwelling being known and numbered as,160 Lincoln Hall Road, Elizabeth, Pa 15037. Deed Book Volume 15622, Page 427. Block and Lot Number 1130-D-001380000-00.

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DEFENDANT(S) ANTHONY L. BROWN ************** CASE NO. MG-26-000161 ********* DEBT $25,358.84 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S) LEON P. HALLER, ESQUIRE *********************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(s) PURCELL, KRUG AND HALLER 1719 NORTH FRONT STREET HARRISBURG, PA 17102 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: 717-234-4178 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Municipality of Penn Hills: HAVING ERECTED THEREON A DWELLING BEING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 642 CHURCHILL AVENUE, PITTSBURGH, PA 15235. DEED BOOK VOLUME 12970, PAGE 575. BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER 369-J-72.

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DEFENDANT(S) BRIAN BRIENZA, ELISA C. BRIENZA and THE SECRETARY OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT ************** CASE NO. MG-25-000425 ********* DEBT $34,403.60 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S) LEON P. HALLER, ESQUIRE *********************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(s) PURCELL, KRUG AND HALLER 1719 NORTH FRONT STREET HARRISBURG, PA 17102 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: 717-234-4178 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Ninth Ward of the City of Pittsburgh: HAVING ERECTED THEREON A DWELLING BEING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 4222 BRUCE STREET, PITTSBURGH, PA 15201. DEED BOOK VOLUME 12398, PAGE 124. BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER 49-G-116.

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DEFENDANT(S) ASHLEY L. ADAMS AND THE SECRETARY OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT ************** CASE NO. MG-25-000918 ********* DEBT $59,218.20 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S) LEON P. HALLER, ESQUIRE *********************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(s) PURCELL, KRUG AND HALLER 1719 NORTH FRONT STREET HARRISBURG, PA 17102 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: 717-234-4178 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Borough of Etna: HAVING ERECTED THEREON A DWELLING BEING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 39 MAPLEWOOD STREET, PITTSBURGH, PA 15223. DEED BOOK VOLUME 16610, PAGE 273. BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER 167-A-151.

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DEFENDANT(S) MAXINE M. ZWIGART AND THOMAS J. ZWIGART ************** CASE NO. MG-24-000781 ********* DEBT $37,761.57 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S) ERIC ROCHKIND, ESQUIRE *********************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(s) McCABE, WEISBERG & CONWAY, LLC 216 HADDON AVENUE, SUITE 20I WESTMONT, NJ 08108 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (856) 858-7080 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: IN THE COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA, COUNTY OF ALLEGHENY, TOWNSHIP OF HAMPTON: HAVING ERECTED THEREON A DWELLING BEING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 2578 ROYAL VIEW DRIVE, ALLISON PARK, PENNSYLVANIA 15101. DEED BOOK VOLUME 7919, PAGE 223, BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER 0830-F-00190-0000-00.

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DEFENDANT(S) BRADLEY FRYE ************** CASE NO. MG-26-000183 ********* DEBT $149,151.71 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S) ERIC ROCHKIND, ESQUIRE *********************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(s) McCABE, WEISBERG & CONWAY, LLC 216 HADDON AVENUE, SUITE 20I WESTMONT, NJ 08108 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (856) 858-7080 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: IN THE COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA, COUNTY OF ALLEGHENY, MUNICIPALITY OF MT. LEBANON: HAVING ERECTED THEREON A DWELLING BEING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 840 FRUITHURST DRIVE, PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA 15228. DEED BOOK VOLUME 17361, PAGE 440. BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER 0140-J-00062-0000-00.

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DEFENDANT(S) TIMOTHY J. ODDIS ************** CASE NO. MG-26-000236 ********* DEBT $180,522.75 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S) ERIC ROCHKIND, ESQUIRE *********************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(s) McCABE, WEISBERG & CONWAY, LLC 216 HADDON AVENUE, SUITE 20I WESTMONT, NJ 08108 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (856) 858-7080 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: IN THE COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA, COUNTY OF ALLEGHENY, TOWNSHIP OF HARRISON: HAVING ERECTED THEREON A DWELLING BEING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 1216 ARIZONA AVENUE, NATRONA HEIGHTS, PENNSYLVANIA 15065. DEED BOOK VOLUME 17877, PAGE 333, BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER 1518-R-00007-000000.

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DEFENDANT(S) LAUREN BEARD, MARK PETITTA, KNOWN SURVIVING HEIRS OF MERRILY PETITTA, AND UNKNOWN SURVIVING HEIRS OF MERRILY PETITTA ************** CASE NO. GD-23-014415 ********* DEBT $179,158.24 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S) ERIC ROCHKIND, ESQUIRE *********************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(s) McCABE, WEISBERG & CONWAY, LLC 216 HADDON AVENUE, SUITE 20I WESTMONT, NJ 08108 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (856) 858-7080 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: IN THE COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA, COUNTY OF ALLEGHENY, TOWNSHIP OF KILBUCK: HAVING ERECTED THEREON A DWELLING BEING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 480 ROOSEVELT ROAD, PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA 15237. DEED BOOK VOLUME 4175, PAGE 419, BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER 0275-D-002 l 0-0000-00.

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DEFENDANT(S) ERIC OLENDER, ELIZABETH OLENDER ************** CASE NO. MG-24-000838 ********* DEBT $223,740.94 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S) PADGETT LAW GROUP *********************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(s) 1055 E. Baltimore Pike, Suite 201 Media, PA 19063 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: 850-422-2520 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: IN THE COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA, COUNTY OF ALLEGHENY AND TOWNSHIP OF ROSS: HAVING ERECTED THEREON A CONDOMINIUM UNIT IN THE MEWS OF TOWNE NORTH, UNIT 121, BEING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 121 LOCUST COURT, PITTSBURGH, PA 15237. DEED BOOK VOLUME 15514, PAGE 500. BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER 517-M-121.

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DEFENDANT(S) Aisha N. Lewis ************** CASE NO. MG-25-000815 ********* DEBT $167,630.02 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S) Powers Kirn, LLC *********************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(s) Eight Neshaminy Interplex, Suite 215, Trevose, PA 19053 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: 215-942-2090 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Municipality of Penn Hills: Having erected thereon a dwelling being known and numbered as 520 Springdale Drive, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15235.

Deed Book Volume 18610, Page 103, Instrument 2021-32031, Block and Lot Number 449-D-56.

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DEFENDANT(S) BARBARA J KAMPERT ************** CASE NO. MG-26-000117 ********* DEBT: $34,754.03 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S) McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLP *********************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(s) 485F Route 1 South, Suite 300, Iselin, NJ 08830-3072 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (445) 207-4041 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: IN THE COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA, COUNTY OF ALLEGHENY AND BOROUGH OF JEFFERSON HILLS: HAVING ERECTED THEREON A RESIDENTIAL DWELLING BEING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 1821-1823 STATE STREET, CLAIRTON, PA 15025 AKA 1823 STATE STREET, CLAIRTON, PA 15025.

DEED BOOK VOLUME 8630, PAGE 102.

BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER 1273-J-001250000-00.

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DEFENDANT(S) PITTSBURG LUXE, LLC AND JILL HUBBELL ************** CASE NO. GD-26-002427 ********* DEBT: $161,470.08 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S) McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLP *********************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(s) 485F Route 1 South, Suite 300, Iselin, NJ 08830-3072 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (445) 207-4041 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: IN THE COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA, COUNTY OF ALLEGHENY AND 2ND WARD OF THE CITY OF CLAIRTON: HAVING ERECTED THEREON A SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL DWELLING BEING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 100 CONSTITUTION CIRCLE, CLAIRTON, PA 15025. DEED BOOK VOLUME 19588, PAGE 49. BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER 1002-C-00054-0000-00.

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PLAINTIFF(S): Baldwin Borough Vs. DEFENDANT(S) Michael D. Kelley ************** CASE NO. GD-22-006979 ********* DEBT: $17,838.14 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S) Jeffrey D. Ries, Esquire *********************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(s) 714 Lebanon Road, West Mifflin, PA 1512 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: 412-464-9997 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: ALL THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED REAL ESTATE SITUATE IN THE COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA, COUNTY OF ALLEGHENY, AND BOROUGH OF BALDWIN.

PLAINTIFF(S) North Allegheny School District Vs. DEFENDANT(S) ELENY A. MAUL ************** CASE NO. GD 25-011034 ********* DEBT: $20,917.45 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S) Jennifer L. Cerce, Esquire *********************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(s) 424 S. 27th Street, Ste. 210 Pittsburgh, PA 15203 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (412) 242-4400 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Borough of Franklin Park:

HAVING ERECTED THEREON A TWO-STORY, MULTI-FAMILY DWELLING BEING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 1201-1203 STREETS RUN ROAD, PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA 15236. DEED BOOK VOLUME 10329, PAGE 183, BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER 313-F-220.

HAVING ERECTED THEREON A CONDOMINIUM UNIT BEING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 2580 B GROUSE RDG., WEXFORD, PA 15090. DEED BOOK 14029, PAGE 154. BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER 1203-L-89.

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PLAINTIFF(S): Borough of Munhall Vs. DEFENDANT(S) Sharifa B. Green ************** CASE NO. GD-22-012990 ********* DEBT: $2,988.53 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S) Jeffrey D. Ries, Esquire *********************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(s) 714 Lebanon Road, West Mifflin, PA 1512 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: 412-464-9997 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: IN THE COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA, COUNTY OF ALLEGHENY, BOROUGH MUNHALL: HAVING ERECTED THEREON A DWELLING BEING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 618 EAST 9TH AVENUE, HOMESTEAD, PENNSYLVANIA 15120, DEED BOOK VOLUME 16903, PAGE 323, BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER 130-M-143.

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DEFENDANT(S) James Latimer, Jr. ************** CASE NO. MG-25-000959 ********* DEBT: $203,169.36 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S) Lois M. Vitti *********************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(s) 663 Fifth Street, Oakmont, PA 15139 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: 412-281-1725 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny; Township of Crescent: HAVING ERECTED THEREON A ONE-STORY FRAME DWELLING BEING. KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 274 SPRING RUN ROAD, CRESCENT, PA 15046. DEED BOOK 18984, PAGE20l. BLOCK AND LOT 81lS000254.

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PLAINTIFF(S) Penn Hills School District and Municipality of Penn Hills Vs. DEFENDANT(S) ARLETTE MARTIN ************** CASE NO. GD 25-006256 ********* DEBT: $12,303.15 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S) Jennifer L. Cerce, Esquire *********************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(s) 424 S. 27th Street, Ste. 210 Pittsburgh, PA 15203 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (412) 242-4400 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Municipality of Penn Hills: HAVING ERECTED THEREON A SINGLE FAMILY DWELLING BEING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 8069 LINCOLN RD., VERONA, PA 15147. DEED BOOK 11297, PAGE 232. BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER 229-M-305.

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PLAINTIFF(S) Penn Hills School District and Municipality of Penn Hills Vs. DEFENDANT(S) TAYLOR ANDERSON ************** CASE NO. GD-25-004743 ********* DEBT: $11,523.52 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S) Jennifer L. Cerce, Esquire *********************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(s) 424 S. 27th Street, Ste. 210 Pittsburgh, PA 15203 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (412) 242-4400 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Municipality of Penn Hills: HAVING ERECTED THEREON A SINGLE FAMILY DWELLING BEING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 8608 WESTWOOD RD., PITTSBURGH, PA 15235. DEED BOOK 17610, PAGE 337.BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER 231-C-171.

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PLAINTIFF(S) Penn Hills School District and Municipality of Penn Hills Vs. DEFENDANT(S) NATERA S. BECK ************** CASE NO. GD 25-009038 ********* DEBT: $14,757.19 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S) Jennifer L. Cerce, Esquire *********************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(s) 424 S. 27th Street, Ste. 210 Pittsburgh, PA 15203 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (412) 242-4400 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Municipality of Penn Hills: HAVING ERECTED THEREON A SINGLE FAMILY DWELLING BEING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 7732 MOUNT CARMEL RD., VERONA, PA 15147. DEED BOOK 19123, PAGE 183. BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER 230-K-74.

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PLAINTIFF(S) Penn Hills School District and Municipality of Penn Hills Vs. DEFENDANT(S) AMBER ROSE LUTZ & THOMAS ALLEN EVANS, JR. ************** CASE NO. GD 25-006247 ********* DEBT: $14,793.73 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S) Jennifer L. Cerce, Esquire *********************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(s) 424 S. 27th Street, Ste. 210 Pittsburgh, PA 15203 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (412) 242-4400 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Municipality of Penn Hills: HAVING ERECTED THEREON A SINGLE FAMILY DWELLING BEING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 221 EMROSE DR., PITTSBURGH, PA 15235. DEED BOOK 16138, PAGE 279. BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER 369-F-160.

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DEFENDANT(S) CECILIA REINHEIMER ************** CASE NO. AR-26-001182 ********* DEBT: $12,248.29 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S) Fred C. Jug, Jr. *********************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(s) 310 Grant Street, Suite 1109, Pittsburgh, PA 15219 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: 412-255-6500 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, BOROUGH OF EMSWORTH: HAVING ERECTED THEREON A EMSWORTH MANOR SOUTH A CONDOMINIUM UNIT BEING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 8179 OHIO RIVER BLVD, UNIT 28, PITTSBURGH, PA 15202. DEED BOOK 17274, PAGE 188. BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER 213-A-00078-0028.

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DEFENDANT(S) C&C Linhart LLC ************** CASE NO. GD-26-002653 ********* DEBT: $221,161.29 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S) Stephen M. Hladik, Esquire *********************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(s) Hladik, Onorato & Federman, LLP 298 Wissahickon Avenue, North Wales, PA 19454 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (215) 855-9521 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, 27TH WARD OF THE CITY OF PITTSBURGH: HAVING ERECTED THEREON A SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL DWELLING BEING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 4022 OSWALD STREET, PITTSBURGH, PA 15212.

DEED BOOK VOLUME 19378, PAGE 398.

BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER 114-K-132.

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DEFENDANT(S) Mansion Global LLC ************** CASE NO. GD-25-013585 ********* DEBT: $172,696.79 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S) Stephen M. Hladik, Esquire *********************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(s) Hladik, Onorato & Federman, LLP 298 Wissahickon Avenue, North Wales, PA 19454 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (215) 855-9521 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, 24TH WARD OF THE CITY OF PITTSBURGH: HAVING ERECTED THEREON A SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL DWELLING BEING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 1234 HIGH STREET, PITTSBURGH, PA 15212. DEED BOOK VOLUME 19502, PAGE 254. BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER 24-C-152.

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DEFENDANT(S) Andrew B. Maul ************** CASE NO. MG-25-000702 ********* DEBT: $86,843.92 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S) Timothy A. Cirino, Esq. *********************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(s) 1628 John F. Kennedy Boulevard, Suite 300, Philadelphia, PA 19103 / 1325 Franklin Avenue, Suite 160, Garden City, NY 11530 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (212) 471-5100 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: IN THE COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA, COUNTY OF ALLEGHENY, AND TOWN OF MCCANDLESS: HAVING ERECTED THEREON A DWELLING BEING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 250 RIDGEVIEW DR, WEXFORD, PA 15090A/K/A250 RIDGEVIEW ROAD, WEXFORD, PA 15090 MORE FULLY DESCRIBED IN DEED BOOK 11264, PAGE 337. BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER 1206-G00255-0000-00.

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DEFENDANT(S) MTM Construction LLC ************** CASE NO. GD-26-003383 ********* DEBT: $174,201.38 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S) Robert Fiacco, Esq *********************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(s) 1628 John F. Kennedy Boulevard, Suite 300 Philadelphia, PA 19103 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (212) 471-5100 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: IN THE COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA, COUNTY OF ALLEGHENY, AND THE TOWNSHIP OF ROSS:

DEFENDANT(S) SCOTTSDALE REI LLC ************** CASE NO. GD-26-003353 ********* DEBT: $400,397.13 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S) Robertson, Anschutz, Schneid, Crane & Partners, PLLC *********************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(s) 133 GAITHER DRIVE, SUITE F MOUNT LAUREL, NJ 08054 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: 855-225-6906 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Borough of Swissvale:

HAVING ERECTED THEREON A DWELLING BEING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 1106 W SUTTER ROAD, GLENSHAW, PA 15116. DEED BOOK VOLUME Vl-20044, PAGE 527. BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER 0519-K-00142-0000-00.

Having erected thereon a commercial building being known and numbered as 7529 ROSLYN STREET, PITTSBURGH, PA 15218. Deed Book Volume 18311, Page 106. Block and Lot Number 0178-H-001640000-00.

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DEFENDANT(S) LVLM Murray Properties LLC ************** CASE NO. MG-26-000131 ********* DEBT: $182,233.59 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S) Nicole Francese, Esq *********************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(s) 1628 John F. Kennedy Boulevard, Suite 300 Philadelphia, PA 19103 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (212) 471-5100 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: IN THE COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA, COUNTY OF ALLEGHENY, AND 18TH WARD IN THE CITY OF PITTSBURGH: HAVING ERECTED THEREON A DWELLING BEING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 220 MILLBRIDGE STREET, PITTSBURGH, PA 15210. DEED BOOK VOLUME Vl19729, PAGE 115, ET SEQ., BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER 0014-E-00220-0000-00.

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DEFENDANT(S) Guyanna Runion Ackison and Brandon E. Ackison ************** CASE NO. MG-17-000476 ********* DEBT: $367,755.60 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S) Timothy A. Cirino, Esq. *********************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(s) 1628 John F. Kennedy Boulevard, Suite 300, Philadelphia, PA 19103 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (212) 471-5100 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, and Town of McCandless: HAVING ERECTED THEREON A DWELLING BEING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 8584 PEEBLES ROAD, PITTSBURGH, PA 15237. DEED BOOK VOLUME 13942, PAGE 399. BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER 0716-K-00136-0000-00.

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DEFENDANT(S) SRINIVASA DOKKU AND POSAMMA RUDRABOYINA ************** CASE NO. MG-25-001021 ********* DEBT: $632,067.36 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S) ERIC ROCHKIND, ESQUIRE *********************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(s) McCABE, WEISBERG & CONWAY, LLC 216 HADDON AVENUE, SUITE 201 WESTMONT, NJ 08108 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (856) 858-7080 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: IN THE COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA, COUNTY OF ALLEGHENY, TOWNSHIP OF UPPER ST. CLAIR: HAVING ERECTED THEREON A DWELLING BEING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 2313 SOUTHAMPTON DRIVE, PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA 15241. DEED BOOK VOLUME 18999, PAGE 514, BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER 0396-P-00207-0000-00.

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DEFENDANT(S) JOSHUA B. GIRAN, EXECUTOR OF THE ESTATE OF RICHARD D. BARNCORD ************** CASE NO. MG-26-000380 ********* DEBT: $214,177.18 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S) ERIC ROCHKIND, ESQUIRE *********************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(s) McCABE, WEISBERG & CONWAY, LLC 216 HADDON AVENUE, SUITE 201 WESTMONT, NJ 08108 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (856) 858-7080 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: IN THE COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA, COUNTY OF ALLEGHENY, TOWNSHIP OF ELIZABETH: HAVING ERECTED THEREON A DWELLING BEING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 883 PATTERSON ROAD, ELIZABETH, PENNSYLVANIA 15037. DEED BOOK VOLUME 10437, PAGE 565, BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER 14I4-8-00135-0000-00.

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DEFENDANT(S) Gregory W. Tate ************** CASE NO. MG-25-000331 ********* DEBT: $229,480.92 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S) McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLP *********************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(s) 325 Chestnut Street, Suite 725, Philadelphia, PA 19106 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (445) 207-4041 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: IN THE COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA, COUNTY OF ALLEGHENY, AND BOROUGH OF CHURCHILL: HAVING ERECTED THEREON A DWELLING BEING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 2335 GREENSBURG PIKE, PITTSBURGH, PA, 15221. DEED BOOK VOLUME 19338, PAGE 137. BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER 298-C-147.

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DEFENDANT(S) JON RICHARDS ************** CASE NO. MG-26-000148 ********* DEBT: $116,238.98 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S) Robertson, Anschutz, Schneid, Crane & Partners, PLLC *********************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(s) 133 GAITHER DRIVE, SUITE F MOUNT LAUREL, NJ 08054 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: 855-225-6906 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, The City of Pittsburgh, 16th Ward: Having erected thereon a dwelling being known and numbered as 2716 BURHAM ST, PITTSBURGH, PA 15203. Deed Book Volume 11252, Page 411. Block and Lot Number 0013-H-00021-0000-00.

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DEFENDANT(S) CLARENCE R. HAMILTON ************** CASE NO. MG-26-000253 ********* DEBT: $44,024.87 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S) Robertson, Anschutz, Schneid, Crane & Partners, PLLC *********************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(s) 133 GAITHER DRIVE, SUITE F MOUNT LAUREL, NJ 08054 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: 855-225-6906 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, the City of Pittsburgh, 18th Ward: Having erected thereon a dwelling being known and numbered as 713 GEARING AVE, PITTSBURGH, PA 15210 aka 713 GEARING AVE, MOUNT OLIVER, PA 15210. Deed Book Volume 18453, Page 178.

Block and Lot Number 0015-R-002610000-00.

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PLAINTIFF(S): Woodland Hills School District Vs. DEFENDANT(S) Olufunmilayo Taiwo ************** CASE NO. G.D. 25-004487 ********* DEBT: $4,721.07 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S) Joseph W. Gramc; Esquire *********************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(s) 525 William Penn Place, Ste. 3110 Pittsburgh, PA 15219 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (412) 281-0587 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Borough of East Pittsburgh: Having erected thereon a one-story condominium office building being known as 828 Linden Avenue, East Pittsburgh, PA 15112. Deed Book Volume 18529, Page 355. Block & Lot No. 375-H-l 98.

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PLAINTIFF(S): County of Allegheny Vs. DEFENDANT(S) Tiara Adams ************** CASE NO. GD 25-004126 ********* DEBT: $4,043.19 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S) Joseph W. Gramc; Esquire *********************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(s) 525 William Penn Place, Ste. 3110 Pittsburgh, PA 15219 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (412) 281-0587 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Borough of Chalfant: Having erected thereon a one and onehalf story frame house being known as 202 Fairview Avenue,. East Pittsburgh, PA 15112. Deed Book Volume 15478, Page 142. Block & Lot No. 374-L-159.

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PLAINTIFF(S): Borough of Coraopolis Water and Sewer Authority Vs. DEFENDANT(S) Ronald L. Dickerson ************** CASE NO. GD 23-003149 ********* DEBT: 2,780.67 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S) Joseph W. Gramc; Esquire *********************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(s) 525 William Penn Place, Ste. 3110 Pittsburgh, PA 15219 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (412) 281-0587 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Borough of Coraopolis: Having erected thereon a two-story frame house being known as 820 Vine Street, Coraopolis, PA . 15108. Deed Book Volume 15410, Page 401. Block & Lot 341-D253.

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PLAINTIFF(S): County of Allegheny Vs. DEFENDANT(S) Robert Nash & Adolf MacDonald ************** CASE NO. GD 25-002820 ********* DEBT: $2,686.24 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S) Joseph W. Gramc; Esquire *********************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(s) 525 William Penn Place, Ste. 3110 Pittsburgh, PA 15219 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (412) 281-0587 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, City of DuquesneWard 1: Having erected thereon a one and onehalf story brick house being known as 304 Miller Avenue, Duquesne, PA 15110. Deed Book Volume 17747, Page 49. Block & Lot No. 304-E-201.

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PLAINTIFF(S): County of Allegheny Vs. DEFENDANT(S) Timothy R. Logan ************** CASE NO. GD 25-008186 ********* DEBT: $2,403.61 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S) Joseph W. Gramc; Esquire *********************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(s) 525 William Penn Place, Ste. 3110 Pittsburgh, PA 15219 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (412) 281-0587 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Township of North Versailles: Having erected thereon a two-story frame house being known as 326 Kline Avenue, North Versailles, PA 15137. Deed Book Volume 18685; Page 579, Block & Lot No. 456-L-266.

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PLAINTIFF(S): Township of Ross Vs. DEFENDANT(S) Elena M. Marziale ************** CASE NO. G.D. 25-012136 ********* DEBT: $2,618.14 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S) Joseph W. Gramc; Esquire *********************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(s) 525 William Penn Place, Ste. 3110 Pittsburgh, PA 15219 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (412) 281-0587 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Township of Ross:

PLAINTIFF(S): Borough of Pitcairn Vs. DEFENDANT(S) Robert P. Drosjack ************** CASE NO. G.D. 25-007971 ********* DEBT: $5,645.09 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S) Joseph W. Gramc; Esquire *********************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(s) 525 William Penn Place, Ste. 3110 Pittsburgh, PA 15219 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (412) 281-0587 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Borough of Pitcairn:

Having erected thereon a one-story frame house being known as 140 Hillendale Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15237. Deed Book Volume 10351, Page 351. Block & Lot No. 429-F-22.

Having erected thereon a two-story masonry frame house being known as 715 Wall Avenue, Pitcairn, PA 15140. Deed Book Volume 16015, Page 457. Block & Lot No. 746-N-168.

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PLAINTIFF(S): Township of Ross Vs. DEFENDANT(S) Michael D. Kuzemchak ************** CASE NO. G.D. 25-005335 ********* DEBT: $2,784.13 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S) Joseph W. Gramc; Esquire *********************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(s) 525 William Penn Place, Ste. 3110 Pittsburgh, PA 15219 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (412) 281-0587 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Township of Ross: Having erected thereon a one-story brick house being known as 105 Rene Drive, Glenshaw, PA 15116. Deed Book Volume 17795, Page 529. Block & Lot No. 519-F217.

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PLAINTIFF(S): Borough of Pitcairn Vs. DEFENDANT(S) Reginald Murphy, Jr. & Kristina Murphy ************** CASE NO. GD 23-011613 ********* DEBT: $2,896.48 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S) Joseph W. Gramc; Esquire *********************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(s) 525 William Penn Place, Ste. 3110 Pittsburgh, PA 15219 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (412) 281-0587 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Township of North Versailles: Having erected thereon a one-story brick house known as 2616 Girard Avenue, North Versailles, PA 15137. Deed Book Volume 18825, Page 592. Block & Lot457-J-26.

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DEFENDANT(S) Rosemarie A. Jarmulowski ************** CASE NO. MG-25-000994 ********* DEBT: $81,628.76 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S) Kristine M. Anthou, Esquire *********************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(s) Grenen & Birsic, P.C. One Gateway Center, 9th Floor, Pittsburgh, PA 15222 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (412) 281-7650 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Town of McCandless: HAVING ERECTED A CONDOMINIUM UNIT KNOWN AS 504 COTTINGHAM DRIVE, ALLISON PARK, PA 15101. DEED BOOK VOLUME 12671, PAGE 335, BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER 946-P-504.

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DEFENDANT(S) SHARON A. SEMKO ************** CASE NO. MG-23-000906 ********* DEBT: $90,084.33 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S) Carolyn Treglia, Esquire *********************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(s) Brock & Scott, PLLC 2011 RENAISSANCE BOULEYARD, SUITE 100 KING OF PRUSSIA, PA 19406 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (844) 856-6646 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, SOUTH PARK TOWNSHIP Having erected thereon a dwelling being known and numbered as 3151 B SNOWDEN RD, SOUTH PARK, PA 15129. Deed Book Volume 6344, Page 1166.

Block and Lot Number 1007-D-000730000-00

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PLAINTIFF(S) South Allegheny School District Vs. DEFENDANT(S) GREGG R. CEGELSKI ************** CASE NO. GD 25-009591 ********* DEBT: $12,969.33 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S) Jennifer L. Cerce, Esquire *********************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(s) 424 S. 27th Street, Ste. 210 Pittsburgh, PA 15203 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (412) 242-4400 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Borough of Glassport: HAVING ERECTED THEREON A COMMERCIAL RETL/APT’S OVER DWELLING BEING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 709 MONONGAHELA AVE., GLASSPORT, PA 15045. DEED BOOK 9356, PAGE 405.

BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER 558-8-49.

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PLAINTIFF(S) North Allegheny School District Vs. DEFENDANT(S) Hermanth K. Setty and Srisiri Shilparani Setty ************** CASE NO. GD 24-010234 ********* DEBT: $23,008.44 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S) Jennifer L. Cerce, Esquire *********************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(s) 424 S. 27th Street, Ste. 210 Pittsburgh, PA 15203 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (412) 242-4400 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Township of Marshall: HAVING ERECTED THEREON A TOWNHOUSE DWELLING BEING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 503 TUSCARORA ROAD, MARS, PA 16046. DEED BOOK 18245, PAGE 469. BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER 2372-M-156.

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DEFENDANT(S) DIANA LEE ROBERTSON, AS EXECUTRIX OF THE ESTATE OF WARREN HOWELLS, DECEASED ************** CASE NO. MG-23-000398 ********* DEBT: $162,091.96 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S) Jill M. Fein, Esquire/ Hill Wallack LLP *********************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(s) 1000 Floral Vale Boulevard, Suite 300, Yardley, PA 19067 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (215) 579-7700 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Township of Springdale HAVING ERECTED THEREON A BI-LEVEL STORY RESIDENTIAL DWELLING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 219 MELZENA ST., SPRINGDALE,PA, 15144 DEED BOOK VOLUME 12780, PAGE 44. BLOCK & LOT NO. 731-N-164.

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DEFENDANT(S) WILLIAM H. EVANS, SR. ************** CASE NO. MG 21-000213 ********* DEBT: $88,543.85 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S) LEON P. HALLER, ESQUIRE *********************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(s) PURCELL, KRUG AND HALLER 1719 NORTH FRONT STREET HARRISBURG, PA 17102 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: 717-234-4178 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Borough of Plum: PARCEL NO. 1: HAVING ERECTED THEREON A DWELLING BEING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 7701 SALTSBURG ROAD, PITTSBURGH, PA 15239. DEED BOOK VOLUME 14662, PAGE 470. BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER 739-1-128.

PARCEL NO. 2: BEING A VACANT LOT OF LAND KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS SALTSBURG ROAD, PITTSBURGH, PA 15239. DEED BOOK VOLUME 14662, PAGE 570. BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER 739-L-132.

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DEFENDANT(S) Denise Johnson Clemmons, Known Surviving Heir of Annetta M. Johnson, Deceased and Unknown Heirs, Devisees and Personal Representatives of Annetta M. Johnson, Deceased ************** CASE NO. GD-23-004176 ********* DEBT: $106,463.78 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S) Jared M. Greenberg, Esquire *********************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(s) 200 Eagle Road, Suite 120, Wayne PA 19087 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (484) 367-4191 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, City of Clairton: Having Erected Thereon a Single Family Dwelling Being Known and Numbered as 219 Chambers Street Clairton, PA 15025.

Deed Book Volume 8978, Page 528. Block and Lot Number 763-P-95.

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PLAINTIFF(S): Borough of Coraopolis Water and Sewer Authority Vs. DEFENDANT(S)Mamulit LLC ************** CASE NO. GD-23-003161 ********* DEBT: $2,765.65 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S) Joseph W. Gramc, Esquire *********************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(s) 525 William Penn Place, Ste. 3110 Pittsburgh, PA 15219 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (412) 281-0587 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Borough of Coraopolis: Having erected thereon a two-story frame house being known as 1708 Montour Street, Coraopolis, PA 15108 f/k/a 1708 Montour Street Extension, Coraopolis, PA 15108. Deed Book Volume 17680, Page 171. Block & Lot 341-G-82.

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DEFENDANT(S) Maurie A. Ford a/k/a Maurie Andrea Ford ************** CASE NO. MG-24-000620 ********* DEBT: $128,702.96 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S) Jared M. Greenberg, Esquire *********************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(s) 200 Eagle Road, Suite 120, Wayne PA 19087 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (484) 367-4191 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny and Municipality of Penn Hills : HAVING ERECTED THEREON A DWELLING BEING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 147 MAPLE LO DRIVE, PITTSBURGH, PA 15235. DEED BOOK VOLUME 17509, PAGE 516. BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER 0537-F-00231-0000-00.

DEFENDANT(S)Kurt D. Andres ************** CASE NO. MG-25-000289 ********* DEBT: $35,363.06 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S) Benjamin Hoen, Esquire *********************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(s) 5990 West Creek Road, Suite 200, Independence, OH 44131 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: 216-739-5100 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: SITUATED IN THE BOROUGH OF WHITE OAK, COUNTY OF ALLEGHENY, COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA.

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DEFENDANT(S)Benjamin W. Clapperton ************** CASE NO. MG-25-000402 ********* DEBT: $210,077.41 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S) Jared M. Greenberg, Esquire *********************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(s) 200 Eagle Road, Suite 120, Wayne PA 19087 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (484) 367-4191 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny and Township of Crescent: HAVING ERECTED THEREON A DWELLING BEING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 963 Harper Road, Crescent, PA 15046.

DEED BOOK VOLUME 18076, PAGE 379.

BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER 0811-B-002160000-00

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DEFENDANT(S)Wendy S. Rishel ************** CASE NO. MG-24-000678 ********* DEBT: $52,458.16 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S) Stem & Eisenberg, PC *********************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(s) The Shops at Valley Square, 1581 Main Street, Suite 200 Warrington, PA 18976 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (215) 572-8111 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny and Municipality of Penn Hills: Having erected thereon a dwelling being known and numbered as 7730 Tyler Road, Verona, PA 15147. Deed Book Volume 10870, Page 557. Block and Lot Number 230-B-79.

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DEFENDANT(S)FRANCIS KESTNER ************** CASE NO. MG-25-000978 ********* DEBT: $190,301.14 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S) PADGETT LAW GROUP *********************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(s) 1055 E. Baltimore Pike, Suite 201 Media, PA 19063 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: 850-422-2520 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: IN THE COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA, COUNTY OF ALLEGHENY AND 32ND WARD OF THE CITY OF PITTSBURGH: HAVING ERECTED THEREON A TWO-STORY RESIDENTIAL DWELLING BEING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 2539 KINGWOOD STREET, PITTSBURGH, PA 15234. DEED BOOK VOLUME 18453, PAGE 452, INSTRUMENT NUMBER 202116695. BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER 138-E219.

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DEFENDANT(S)MELISSA L. COLEMAN ************** CASE NO. MG-26-000004 ********* DEBT: $68,747.31 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S) PADGETT LAW GROUP *********************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(s) 1055 E. Baltimore Pike, Suite 201 Media, PA 19063 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: 850-422-2520 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: IN THE COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA, COUNTY OF ALLEGHENY AND 27TH WARD OF THE CITY OF PITTSBURGH: HAVING ERECTED THEREON A TWO-STORY RESIDENTIAL DWELLING BEING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 1238 THELMA STREET, PITTSBURGH, PA 15212. DEED BOOK VOLUME 11381, PAGE 494. BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER 045-E-293.

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HAVING ERECTED THEREON A DWELLING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 707 OSBORNE STREET, MCKEESPORT, PA 15131. DESCRIBED AT BOOK 6437, PAGE 22, PARCEL NUMBER 460-G-047.

DEFENDANT(S) Edward M. Chambers ************** CASE NO. MG-25-000039 ********* DEBT: $111,748.84 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S) Benjamin Hoen, Esquire *********************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(s) 5990 West Creek Road, Suite 200, Independence, OH 44131 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: 216-739-5100 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: SITUATED IN THE 12TH WARD CITY OF PITTSBURGH, COUNTY OF ALLEGHENY, COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA. HAVING ERECTED THEREON A DWELLING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 6504 DEARY STREET, PITTSBURGH, PA 15206.

DESCRIBED AT BOOK 6730, PAGE 598, INSTRUMENT NO. 69206, BLOCK AND LOT 124-L-137.

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DEFENDANT(S) MELVIN S. BROWN, STEVEN O. BROWN aka STEVEN BROWN IN THEIR CAPACITY AS HEIRS OF OLIVER C. BROWN; UNKNOWN HEIRS, SUCCESSORS, ASSIGNS, AND ALL PERSONS, FIRMS, OR ASSOCIATIONS CLAIMING RIGHT, TITLE, OR INTEREST FROM OR UNDER OLIVER C. BROWN ************** CASE NO. MG-26-000037 ********* DEBT: $21,879.24 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S) Robertson, Anschutz, Schneid, Crane & Partners, PLLC *********************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(s) 133 GAITHER DRIVE, SUITE F MOUNT LAUREL, NJ 08054 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: 855-225-6906 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, City of Pittsburgh, 10th Ward: Having erected thereon a dwelling being known and numbered as 4927 Breesport Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15224. Deed Book Volume 4498, Page 674. Block and Lot Number 0050-B-00054-0000-00.

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DEFENDANT(S) O’NEILLS INVESTMENTS LLC AND MICHAEL JOHN O’NEILL ************** CASE NO. GD-25-013483 ********* DEBT: $370,955.50 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S) McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLP *********************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(s) 485F Route I South, Suite 300, Iselin, NJ 08830-3072 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (445) 207-4041 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: IN THE COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA, COUNTY OF ALLEGHENY AND THE 25TH WARD OF THE CITY OF PITTSBURGH: HAVING ERECTED THEREON A DWELLING BEING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 1428 LORAINE STREET, PITTSBURGH, PA 15212. DEED BOOK VOLUME 19205, PAGE 441. BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER 0023-G-00110-0000-00.

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DEFENDANT(S) Robert Siegworth ************** CASE NO. MG-25-000479 ********* DEBT: $122,749.15 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S) Nicole Francese, Esq. *********************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(s) 1628 John F. Kennedy Boulevard, Suite 300 Philadelphia, PA 19103 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (212) 471-5100 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: IN THE COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA, COUNTY OF ALLEGHENY, AND THE 28TH WARD OF THE CITY OF PITTSBURGH: HAVING ERECTED THEREON A DWELLING BEING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 337 QUEENSBURY STREET, PITTSBURGH, PA 15205. DEED BOOK VOLUME 17474, PAGE 1. BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER: 0019-J-00193-0000-00

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DEFENDANT(S) SHANE A. WALKER AND CHERIE A. WALKER ************** CASE NO. MG-25-001076 ********* DEBT: $174,290.65 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S) ERIC ROCHKIND, ESQUIRE *********************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(s) McCABE, WEISBERG & CONWAY, LLC 216 HADDON AVENUE, SUITE201 WESTMONT, NJ 08108 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (856) 858-7080 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: IN THE COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA, COUNTY OF ALLEGHENY, TOWNSHIP OF SOUTH PARK: HAVING ERECTED THEREON A DWELLING BEING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 1606 ANNETTE AVENUE, SOUTH PARK, PENNSYLVANIA 15129. DEED BOOK VOLUME 16585, PAGE 152, BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER 0772-S-00093-0000-00.

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DEFENDANT(S) SUSAN E CRONIN; THE SECRETARY OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT ************** CASE NO. MG-26-000251 ********* DEBT: $119,703.95 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S) Carolyn Treglia, Esquire *********************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(s) Brock & Scott, PLLC 2011 RENAISSANCE BOULEYARD, SUITE 100 KING OF PRUSSIA, PA 19406 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (844) 856-6646 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, MUNICIPALITY OF PENN HILLS Having erected thereon a dwelling being known and numbered as 310 WALPOLE DR, PITTSBURGH, PA 15235. Deed Book Volume VI-18243, Page 464.

Block and Lot Number 0368-J-00011-000000 AKA 368-J-l l

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DEFENDANT(S) RYAN NOVELLI ************** CASE NO. MG-25-001016 ********* DEBT: $119,040.39 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S) Carolyn Treglia, Esquire *********************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(s) Brock & Scott, PLLC 2011 RENAISSANCE BOULEYARD, SUITE 100 KING OF PRUSSIA, PA 19406 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (844) 856-6646 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, BOROUGH OF CASTLE SHANNON Having erected thereon a Condominium Unit known and numbered as 204 SAXONWALD LANE, PITTSBURGH, PA 15234, aka 204 SAXONWALD LANE 8F, PITTSBURGH, PA 15234. Deed Book Volume 18575, Page 40.

Block and Lot Number 0190-P-002080006-00

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DEFENDANT(S) FRANK C FLOYD AKA FRANK C FLOYD, SR, INDIVIDUALLY AND AS HEIR OF THE ESTATE OF BRENDA A FLOYD AKA BRENDA ALSTON; YOLANDA R FLOYD, DENISE L FLOYD, FRANK C FLOYD, JR, TONY L SMITH, RONEKA JANAE FLOYD, KNOWN HEIRS OF THE ESTATE OF BRENDA A FLOYD AKA BRENDA ALSTON; UNKNOWN HEIRS, SUCCESSORS, ASSIGNS, AND ALL PERSONS, FIRMS, OR ASSOCIATIONS CLAIMING RIGHT, TITLE OR INTEREST FROM OR UNDER BRENDA A FLOYD AKA BRENDA ALSTON. ************** CASE NO. MG-24-000613 ********* DEBT: $25,729.67 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S) Carolyn Treglia, Esquire *********************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(s) Brock & Scott, PLLC 2011 RENAISSANCE BOULEYARD, SUITE 100 KING OF PRUSSIA, PA 19406 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (844) 856-6646 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, 10TH WARD OF THE CITY OF PITTSBURGH Having erected thereon a dwelling being known and numbered as 4942 ROSETTA ST, PITTSBURGH, PA 15224.Deed Book Volume 5620, Page 911.

Block and Lot Number 0050-F-001020000-00 AKA 50-F-102

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DEFENDANT(S) Hatherley Brittian ************** CASE NO. MG-26-000060 ********* DEBT: $53,180.71 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S) MDK Legal *********************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(s) P. 0. Box 165028 Columbus, OH 43216-5028 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: 614-220-5611 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, City of Pittsburgh, Ward 27: Having erected thereon a dwelling being known and numbered as 1423 Woodland Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15212. Document Number 2017-22291, Deed Book Volume 16879, Page 439. Block and Lot Number 0045-E-00081-0000-00.

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PLAINTIFF(S) CHARTIERS VALLEY SCHOOL DISTRICT vs.

DEFENDANT(S) DONNA W. ARMENTROUT ************** CASE NO. GD 16-011015 ********* DEBT: $19,654.46 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S) Jennifer L. Cerce, Esquire *********************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(s) 424 S. 27th Street, Ste. 210 Pittsburgh, PA 15203 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (412) 242-4400 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Township of Scott: PARCEL 1: HAVING ERECTED THEREON A SINGLE FAMILY DWELLING BEING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 321 THOMPSON ST., BRIDGEVILLE, PA 15017.

DEED BOOK 10135, PAGE 316. BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER 195-B-132; PARCEL 2: BEING ALL THAT VACANT LAND KNOWN AS THOMPSON ST., BRIDGEVILLE, PA 15017. DEED BOOK 10135, PAGE 304. BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER 195-8-134.

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PLAINTIFF(S) CHARTIERS VALLEY SCHOOL DISTRICT vs.

DEFENDANT(S) CONCIY LLC ************** CASE NO. GD 25-006199 ********* DEBT: $11,970.59 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S) Jennifer L. Cerce, Esquire *********************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(s) 424 S. 27th Street, Ste. 210 Pittsburgh, PA 15203 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (412) 242-4400 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Township of Collier: HAVING ERECTED THEREON A SINGLE FAMILY DWELLING BEING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 2 COLECREST STREET, CARNEGIE, PA 15106. DEED BOOK 19276, PAGE 149. BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER 103-N-5.

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PLAINTIFF(S) Riverview School District vs.

DEFENDANT(S) Scottsdale REI, LLC ************** CASE NO. GD 25-007653 ********* DEBT: $19.432.37 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S) Jennifer L. Cerce, Esquire *********************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(s) 424 S. 27th Street, Ste. 210 Pittsburgh, PA 15203 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (412) 242-4400 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Borough of Oakmont: HAVING ERECTED THEREON A THREE FAMILY DWELLING BEING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 400 WOODLAND AVENUE, OAKMONT, PA 15139. DEED BOOK 18645, PAGE 19. BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER 362-G-151

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PLAINTIFF(S) Elizabeth Forward School District vs.

DEFENDANT(S) N.R.L.L., East, LLC ************** CASE NO. GD 25-011272 ********* DEBT: $9,945.08 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S) Jennifer L. Cerce, Esquire *********************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(s) 424 S. 27th Street, Ste. 210 Pittsburgh, PA 15203 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (412) 242-4400 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Township of Elizabeth: BEING ALL THAT VACANT LAND KNOWN AS RIDGE ROAD, ELIZABETH, PA 15037.

DEED BOOK 12415, PAGE 78. BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER 998-A-70.

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PLAINTIFF(S) Wilkinsburg School District and Wilkinsburg Borough vs.

DEFENDANT(S) The Unknown Heirs of Margaret McGuire, Deceased ************** CASE NO. GD 26-001467 ********* DEBT: $24,607.72 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S) Jennifer L. Cerce, Esquire *********************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(s) 424 S. 27th Street, Ste. 210 Pittsburgh, PA 15203 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (412) 242-4400 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Borough of Wilkinsburg: BEING A TWO FAMILY DWELLING KNOWN AND NUMBERED AS 735 NORTH AVENUE, PITTSBURGH, PA 15221. DEED BOOK 11989, PAGE 258. BLOCK AND LOT NUMBER 232-N-46

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PLAINTIFF(S) County of Allegheny vs.

DEFENDANT(S) Unknown Heirs of Mary Ann Gardner ************** CASE NO. GD 26-002015 ********* DEBT: $6,198.69 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S) Joseph W. Gramc, Esquire *********************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(s) 525 William Penn Place Suite 3110 Pittsburgh, PA 15219 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (412) 281-0587 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Borough of Homestead: Having erected thereon a two-story brick house known as 334 West 12th Avenue, Homestead, PA 15120. Deed Book Volume 8153, Page 324. Block & Lot No. 131-F336.

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Extra Space Storage will be holding a public auction to sell the contents of leased spaces to satisfy Extra Space’s lien at the location indicated: 700 E. Carson St., Pittsburgh, PA 15203 on September 2, 2026 at 12:15pm. 1026 Carla Runco, 4033 Stefon Wilson. The auction will be listed and advertised on www.storagetreasures.com.

Purchases must be made with cash only and paid at the above referenced facility in order to complete the transaction. Extra Space Storage may refuse any bid and may rescind any purchase up until the winning bidder takes possession of the personal property.

MEETING ANNOUNCEMENT COMMUNITY COLLEGE OF ALLEGHENY COUNTY A regular meeting of the Board of Trustees of the College will be held on:

PLAINTIFF(S) County of Allegheny vs.

DEFENDANT(S) Unknown Heirs of Janeen Leffew a/k/a Janeen O’Keefe ************** CASE NO. GD 26-002014 ********* DEBT: $12,899.12 ****** NAME OF ATTORNEY(S) Joseph W. Gramc, Esquire *********************** ADDRESS OF ATTORNEY(s) 525 William Penn Place Suite 3110 Pittsburgh, PA 15219 ******************** ATTORNEY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (412) 281-0587 ******************************** SHORT DESCRIPTION: In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, County of Allegheny, Borough of Homestead: Having erected thereon a two-story frame house known as 113 West 13th Avenue, Homestead, PA 15120. Deed Book Volume 7877, Page 511. Block & Lot No. 131-B188.

Extra Space Storage, on behalf of itself or its affiliates, Life Storage or Storage Express, will hold a public auction to sell the contents of leased spaces to satisfy Extra Space’s lien at the location indicated: 111 Hickory Grade Road Bridgeville PA 15017, September 2, 2026, at 12:30 PM. Andrew Henry 1033, Julie Usko 1165, Anna Loftus 2140. The auction will be listed and advertised on www.storagetreasures.com.

Purchases must be made with cash only and paid at the above referenced facility in order to complete the transaction. Extra Space Storage may refuse any bid and may rescind any purchase up until the winning bidder takes possession of the personal property.

Extra Space Storage will hold a public auction to sell the contents of leased spaces to satisfy Extra Space’s lien at the location indicated: 2016 Lebanon Rd, West Mifflin, PA 15122 on September 2nd, 2026 at 11:45am. Cameron Sutton C251, Tequawna Hopes C330, Jackilyn Lepperd B009, James Jakel C217, Kim Joyce C520, William Miller C152. The auction will be listed and advertised on www.storagetreasures.com.

Purchases must be made with cash only and paid at the above referenced facility in order to complete the transaction. Extra Space Storage may refuse any bid and may rescind any purchase up until the winning bidder takes possession of the personal property.

Extra Space Storage, on behalf of its affiliates, Life Storage or Storage Express, will hold a public auction to sell the contents of leased spaces to satisfy Extra Space’s Lien at the location indicated: 3200 Park Manor Blvd. Pittsburgh, PA 15205 on September 2, 2026 at 1:00 pm. 1010 Anders Eriksen; 2116 Lynn Nelson; 3051 Marjorie Siegert.

The auction will be listed and advertised on www.storagetreasures.com.

Purchases must be made with cash only and paid at the above referenced facility in order to complete the transaction. Extra Space Storage may refuse any bid and may rescind any purchase up until the winning bidder takes possession of the personal property.

Extra Space Storage will hold a public auction to sell the contents of leased spaces to satisfy Extra Space’s lien at the location indicated: 902 Brinton Road Pittsburgh, PA 15221 on September 2, 2026 at 11:30am. RICHARD A. ALEXANDER 3216, DANIA KING 3133, BENTLEY HICKS 2284,KIARA ANDREW 2163, KIARA TUGGLE 2045, ARMAHN ASHLEY 1194,PAMELA AVENT 1189 AUSTIN TURNER 1056. The auction will be listed and advertised on www.storagetreasures.com.

Purchases must be made with cash only and paid at the above referenced facility to complete the transaction. Extra Space Storage may refuse any bid and may rescind any purchase until the winning bidder takes possession of the personal property.

Extra Space Storage will hold a public auction to sell the contents of leased spaces to satisfy Extra Space’s lien at the location indicated: 1005 E Entry Drive Pittsburgh, PA 15216 on 9/2/2026 at 11:30 AM. For Marlee Nichols 2123. The auction will be listed and advertised on www.storagetreasures.com.

Purchases must be made with cash only and paid at the above referenced facility in order to complete the transaction. Extra Space Storage may refuse any bid and may rescind any purchase up until the winning bidder takes possession of the personal property.

Extra Space Storage will hold a public auction to sell the contents of leased spaces to satisfy Extra Space’s lien at the location indicated: 880 Saw Mill Run Blvd., Pittsburgh, PA 15226 on September 2, 2026 at 1:15pm. Maria Raffaele 3144. The auction will be listed and advertised on www.storagetreasures.com.

Purchases must be made with cash only and paid at the above referenced facility in order to complete the transaction. Extra Space Storage may refuse any bid and may rescind any purchase up until the winning bidder takes possession of the personal property.

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Extra Space Storage will hold a public auction to sell the contents of leased spaces to satisfy Extra Space’s lien at the location indicated: 141 N Braddock Ave Pittsburgh, PA 15208 on September 2nd, 2026 at 11:00 AM. John Nemaric-2059, Cherri Williams-3167A, Carole Hopson-6066. The auction will be listed and advertised on www.storagetreasures.com.

Purchases must be made with cash only and paid at the above referenced facility in order to complete the transaction. Extra Space Storage may refuseany bid and may rescind any purchase up until the winning bidder takes possession of the personal property.

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Notice is hereby given that Articles of Incorporation were filed with the Department of State of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, for a business corporation which has been incorporated under the provisions of the Business Corporation Law of 1988. The name of the corporation is Keystone Valley Renovations, Inc.

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September 3, 2026 4:30 PM CCAC - Main Campus Byers Hall 808 Ridge Avenue Pittsburgh, PA 15212 Allegheny Regional Asset District public hearings for 2027 funding will be held 8/31/26 - 9/3/26 at 2 PM at the David L. Lawrence Convention Center, Room 333.

Visit radworkshere.org for more.

LEGAL AD NOTICE IS HEREBY given the Emsworth Zoning Hearing Board has scheduled a public hearing for Thursday, August 27, 2026, 7 p.m., prevailing time, at the Emsworth Borough Building, 171 Center Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15202, regarding the application from James Rupert for a Variance to Emsworth Ord. 245 Section 38 seeking relief from setbacks and lot coverage for a proposed shed at 157 North Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15202.

All those interested in the above hearing should be present at the above time and place and you will have an opportunity to be heard.

CATHY JONES Borough Secretary

ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS ALLEGHENY COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA AUGUST 13, 2026 The Office of the County Controller of Allegheny County, in conjunction with the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation, Contract Awards Room; 7th Floor; Commonwealth Keystone Building; 400 North Street; Harrisburg, PA 17120 will receive bids through ECMS or a diskette delivered to the aforementioned address until 11:00 A.M. prevailing local time, Thursday, Septemeber 3, 2026. Bids will be opened through ECMS at approximately 11:00 A.M. and can be viewed publicly in the Contract Awards Room, for the following: DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS JACKS RUN BRIDGE NO. 3 REPLACEMENT ALLEGHENY COUNTY COUNTY PROJECT NO. PD03-0109 MPMS NO.: 122851 THIS PROJECT WILL BE BID THROUGH PENNDOT ECMS As a prospective bidder, please note the following general Project data regarding: Pre-Bid Information, Bidding Requirements, and Contract Conditions. See the Project Manual and Drawings (Proposal Report) for detailed information, responsibilities and instructions.

PRE-BID INFORMATION: View the project Manual and Drawings (Proposal Report) on the PennDOT ECMS website (https://www.ecms.penndot.pa.gov/ECMS/) or in Room 504, County Office Building, 542 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15219.

BIDDING REQUIREMENTS: THIS PROJECT REQUIRES PREQUALIFICATION OF BIDDERS, INCLUDING SUBCONTRACTORS, AS SPECIFIED IN SECTION 102.01 OF COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION SPECIFICATIONS (PUBLICATION 408/2026, CURRENT EDITION) ON THIS PROJECT. ALL QUESTIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED THROUGH ECMS AND IF NEEDED ADDENDA WILL BE ISSUED ELECTRONICALLY. INSTRUCTIONS TO BIDDERS WILL BE PROVIDED IN THE PROPOSAL REPORT WHICH CAN BE VIEWED THROUGH ECMS. SUBMIT YOUR BID USING ECMS OR MAIL A DISKETTE TO THE PENNSYLVANIA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION, CONTRACTS AWARD ROOM. CONTRACT CONDITIONS: U.S. Department of Labor minimum salaries and wages apply to this Project.

THE COUNTY MANAGER RESERVES THE RIGHT TO REJECT ANY AND ALL BID

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HOUSING AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF PITTSBURGH INVITATION FOR BIDS (IFB) FOR EMERGENCY GENERATOR & FIRE PUMP MAINTENANCE REBID

PORT AUTHORITY OF ALLEGHENY COUNTY D.B.A. PRT Electronic Bids will be received online at PRT’s Ebusiness website (http://ebusiness.portauthority.org).

Bid submittals will be due at 1:00 PM on September 14, 2026 and will be read at 1:15 PM, the same day, though your web browser via Microsoft Teams video conferencing, for the following: Electronic Proposal - Ebusiness website (http://ebusiness.portauthority.org)

IFB #300-25-26 REBID The Housing Authority of the City of Pittsburgh (HACP) hereby requests bids from qualified Firms or Individuals capable of providing the following service(s):

Estate of MARILYN CHRISTINE BRECHT A/K/A MARILYN BRECHT, Deceased of Pittsburgh, Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, No. 02-26-04658, Robert J. Markovich, Executor, 201 Pine Valley Court, Fairview, TX 75069 or to TODD A. FULLER, Atty; BRENLOVE & FULLER, LLC., 401 Washington Avenue, Bridgeville, PA 15017 Estate of FRANCIS L. DADY, JR., Deceased of Pittsburgh, Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, No. 02-26-05112, Justin P. Dady, Executor, 634 Penn Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15227 or to ROBIN L. RARIE, Atty; BRENLOVE & FULLER, LLC., 401 Washington Avenue, Bridgeville, PA 15017 Estate of JOHN T. GRIMES A/K/A JOHN THORNTON GRIMES (deceased), of Forest Hills. No. 5010 of 2026, Joseph K. Grimes, III a/k/a Jay K. Grimes, III, Executor, 3621 Edgewood Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15221, To Lois M. Vitti and Vitti Law Group, Inc. Attys.

663 Fifth Street, Oakmont, PA 15139 Estate of THERESA Z. HENDERSON, Deceased of Clairton, Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, No. 02-26-05128, Beth Ann Harvey, Executor, 119 Oneida Valley Road, Chicora, PA 16025 or to TODD A. FULLER, Atty; BRENLOVE & FULLER, LLC., 401 Washington Avenue, Bridgeville, PA 15017

Estate of JOHN G. HESCH (deceased), of Pittsburgh, Estate No. 04858 of 2026, Barbara J. Hagarman,Administrator or to Devin Hallett Snyder, Esq, Strassburger McKenna Gutnick & Gefsky, 444 Liberty Avenue, Ste. 2200, Pittsburgh, PA 15222 Estate of MARGARET H. JOHNSON, Deceased of Munhall, Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, No. 02-26-04476, Justin Bender, Administrator, 4848 Interboro Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15207 or to AUBREY H. GLOVER, Atty; BRENLOVE & FULLER, LLC., 401 Washington Avenue, Bridgeville, PA 15017 Estate of RACHEL D. TOME, Deceased of Bridgeville, Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, No. 02-26-05229, Andrew H. Faure, Executor, 2612 Whitehaven Boulevard, Stubenville, OH 43952 or to ROBIN L. RARIE, Atty; BRENLOVE & FULLER, LLC., 401 Washington Avenue, Bridgeville, PA 15017

ANNOUNCEMENTS Meetings

The Wilkins Township Board of Commissioners shall hold a public hearing on Monday, September 14, 2026 at the Municipal Building, 110 Peffer Road, Turtle Creek, PA 15145 beginning at 6:30 PM. The purpose of this hearing is to receive public comments on the application for an inter-municipal transfer of PLCB Liquor License No. R-9926 from Price’s Corner Tavern, Inc., 351 Pittsburgh Street, Springdale, PA 15144, Springdale, Allegheny County to Jay Shatki, LLC, 995 Greensburg Pike, Unit 4, East Pittsburgh, PA 15112, Wilkins Township, Allegheny County. All interested persons are welcome to attend and speak publicly. Virtual access to the public meeting is available through Zoom at the following link: https://us02web. zoom.us/j/87877666698

To place a display ad in the New Pittsburgh Courier call 412-481-8302 ext. 128

EMERGENCY GENERATOR & FIRE PUMP MAINTENANCE REBID The documents will be available no later than August 17, 2026, signed and sealed bids will be accepted until 11:00a.m. on September 17, 2026. The Housing Authority of the City of Pittsburgh will only accept physical bids dropped off in person from 8:00 AM until the closing time of 11:00a.m. on September 17, 2026, in the One Stop Shop at 412 Boulevard of the Allies. Pittsburgh, PA 15219. Bids may uploaded to the Authority’s online submission site, the link is accessible via the HACP website and within the IFB. Sealed bids may still be mailed via USPS at which time they will be Time and Date Stamped at 412 Boulevard of the Allies, 6th Floor Procurement, Pittsburgh, PA 15219.

Parties or individuals interested in responding may download a copy of the Solicitation from the Business Opportunities page of www.hacp.org.

Questions or inquiries should be directed to: Mr. Brandon Havranek, Associate Director of Procurement/ Contracting Officer Housing Authority of the City of Pittsburgh 412 Boulevard of the Allies 6th Floor - Procurement Department Pittsburgh, PA 15219 Brandon. brandon.havranek@hacp.org A pre-bid meeting will be held via Zoom meeting; on September 1, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. Please see the meeting information below: Join Zoom Meeting Meeting ID: 827 1780 2397 Passcode: 950868 Dial in: +1 301 715 8592 US (Washington D.C) The Housing Authority of the City of Pittsburgh strongly encourages small businesses, minority businesses, women’s business enterprises, and veteran-owned businesses to respond to this solicitation.

Caster D. Binion, Executive Director Housing Authority of the City of Pittsburgh HACP conducts business in accordance with all federal, state, and local civil rights laws, including but not limited to Title VII, the Fair Housing Act, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act, The PA Human Relations Act, etc. and does not discriminate against any individuals protected by these statutes.

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No bidder may withdraw a submitted Proposal for a period of 75 days after the scheduled time for opening of the sealed bids.

A Pre-Bid Conference will be held on the above solicitation on August 27, 2026, at 11:00 AM and can be joined through your web browser via Microsoft Teams video conference. Attendance at this meeting is not mandatory but is strongly encouraged.

Teams meeting information is available within the Bid Documents for this solicitation on rideprt.org and eBusiness.rideprt.org. Potential bidders may also email the contract specialist assigned to the solicitation.

Questions regarding any of the above bids will not be entertained by PRT after 12:00 PM (noon) on September 2, 2026.

These contracts may be subject to a financial assistance contract between Port Authority of Allegheny County d.b.a. PRT and the United States Department of Transportation. The Contractor will be required to comply with all applicable Equal Employment Opportunity laws and regulations.

Contractor is responsible for expenses related to acquiring a performance bond and insurance where applicable. All items are to be FOB delivered unless otherwise specified. Costs for delivery, bond, and insurance shall be included in bidder’s proposal pricing.

Port Authority of Allegheny County d.b.a. PRT hereby notifies all bidders that it will affirmatively insure that in regard to any contract entered into pursuant to this advertisement, disadvantaged business enterprise will be afforded full opportunity to submit bids in response to this invitation and will not be discriminated against on the grounds of race, color, or national origin in consideration for an award.

The Board of PRT reserves the right to reject any or all bid PORT AUTHORITY OF ALLEGHENY COUNTY D.B.A. PITTSBURGH REGIONAL TRANSIT “PRT” Electronic Proposals will be received online at PRT’s Ebusiness website (http://ebusiness.rideprt.org).

Proposals/bid submittals will be due 11:00 AM on September 9, 2026 and will be read at 11:15 AM., the same day, the same day, through your web browser via Microsoft Teams video conferencing, for the following: Electronic Proposal - Ebusiness website (http://ebusiness.rideprt.org)

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March Networks Video Surveillance Equipment

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Abestos-Free Brake Blocks Assembled on Shoes

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Fastener Supply Services

No bidder may withdraw a submitted Proposal for a period of 75 days after the scheduled time for opening of the sealed bids.

To join the bid opening through Microsoft Teams meeting on your computer, mobile app or room device Meeting ID: 266 899 694 928 045 Passcode: rR6U5uw9 Or call in (audio only) 412-927-0245 Phone Conference ID: 566 700 908#

No bidder may withdraw a submitted Proposal for a period of 75 days after the scheduled time for opening of the sealed bids.

A Pre-Bid Conference will be held for each of the above items at 10:00 AM on August 25, 2026, through your web browser via Microsoft Teams video conferencing. Attendance at this meeting is not mandatory but is strongly encouraged.

Join on your computer, mobile app or room device Meeting ID: 233 801 634 910 605 Passcode: A2dB26iY Or call in (audio only) 412-927-0245 Phone Conference ID: 892 039 49# Questions regarding any of the above bids will not be entertained by the PRT within five (5) business days of the scheduled bid opening.

These contracts may be subject to a financial assistance contract between Port Authority of Allegheny County d.b.a. PRT and the United States Department of Transportation. The Contractor will be required to comply with all applicable Equal Employment Opportunity laws and regulations.

Contractor is responsible for expenses related to acquiring a performance bond and insurance where applicable. All items are to be FOB delivered unless otherwise specified. Costs for delivery, bond, and insurance shall be included in bidder’s proposal pricing.

Port Authority of Allegheny County d.b.a. PRT hereby notifies all bidders that it will affirmatively insure that in regard to any contract entered into pursuant to this advertisement, disadvantaged business enterprise will be afforded full opportunity to submit bids in response to this invitation and will not be discriminated against on the grounds of race, color, or national origin in consideration for an award.

The Board of PRT reserves the right to reject any or all bids.

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RAIL AND FACILITIES ADMINISTRATOR Pittsburgh Regional Transit is seeking a Rail and Facilities Administrator to maintain multiple databases, including facilities and rail system preventative maintenance systems and asset management databases, including procedures and checklists, equipment data, purchased and installed assets, and warranty programs for Port Authority of Allegheny County d/b/a Pittsburgh Regional Transit (PRT). Updates preventative maintenance tasks and maintains accurate, current asset information within the asset management and work order systems.

Performs daily data entry for various maintenance activities, including inspections, meter readings, and general maintenance logs into the work order system ensuring work order records are complete and accurate. Collects, verifies, and analyzes asset data, preventative maintenance data, and maintenance activities, and prepares reports.

Analyzes rail and facilities systems maintenance activities to determine material failure and usage trends and develops inventory requests to support maintenance activities.

Provides training on use of the asset management database. Provides administrative support to the department manager.

REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS EXTERIOR LOADING ROLL DOOR REPLACEMENT The Sports & Exhibition Authority of Pittsburgh and Allegheny County (SEA) is soliciting bid for Exterior Loading Dock Roll Door Replacement for the David L. Lawerence Convention Center (DLCC).

Proposal documents may be obtained by going to https://accu-copy. com/plan-room.

A Non-Mandatory Pre-Bid Meeting will be held on August 31, 2026, at 10:00 A.M. Interested parties should contact procurement@pgh-sea.com or go to https://accu-copy.com/ plan-room.

Bids to be submitted in hard copy and are due at 10:00 A.M. on September 22, 2026 at DLCC. Additional information is available at www.pgh-sea.com or by contacting procurement@pgh-sea.com

LEGAL ADVERTISEMENT PORT AUTHORITY OF ALLEGHENY COUNTY D/B/A PITTSBURGH REGIONAL TRANSIT REQUEST FOR INFORMATION NO. 26-34 Port Authority of Allegheny County d/b/a Pittsburgh Regional Transit (PRT) is requesting information for the following service:

HOUSING AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF PITTSBURGH REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL (RFP) FOR RESIDENT HOME SUPPORT INITIATIVE

Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Replacement Consideration Phase

RFP #550-26-26

SWISSVALE BOROUGH OFFICIAL NOTICE Swissvale Borough will accept proposals to conduct a feasibility study for the extension of the Carrie Furnace Access Trail which will link Swissvale and Rankin Boroughs to the Carrie Furnace Historic Site, the Great Allegheny Passage and the Turtle Creek Connector Trail.

Copies of the RFP may be obtained at www.swissvaleborough.com or by calling 412-271-7101, extension 6.

The deadline to submit a proposal for this project is September 11, 2026. Questions can be directed to the phone number above or emailed to gbachy@swissvaleborough.com.

The goal for this RFI solicitation is to allow PRT to gather the proper information from the market on available ERP software options. No contract will be awarded as a result of this solicitation. This RFI includes specific questions and high-level expectations to satisfy the unique needs of PRT. A firm or organization’s response to the RFI, or lack thereof, will have no impact on the review or evaluation of responses to any future solicitations.

A copy of the Request for Information (RFI) will be available on or after July 28, 2026 and can be obtained by registering at the PRT’s ebusiness website: http://ebusiness.ridePRT.org and following the directions listed on the website. Please note that Proposers must register under the ebusiness category(ies) of MISC, PROF, PSITS, PSSC for this RFP. Proposers may also register in other categories for any future RFPs issued by PRT. If you have specific questions regarding this RFP, please contact Keith Bayles at via email kbayles@ridePRT.org.

Greg Bachy, Borough Manager REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS SEA PROCUREMENT SOFTWARE The Sports & Exhibition Authority of Pittsburgh and Allegheny County (SEA) is soliciting proposals for the redesign of its website.

Proposal documents may be obtained by emailing procurement@pgh-sea.com.

A Non-Mandatory Pre-Proposal Meeting will be held online via Microsoft Teams on September 9, 2026, at 11:00 A.M. Interested parties should contact procurement@pgh-sea. com to obtain the meeting link.

Proposals to be submitted both electronically and in hard copy and are due at 2:00 P.M. on September 29, 2026. Additional information is available at www.pgh-sea.com or by contacting Michael Halpern, Procurement Specialist, at (412) 393-7106.

The Request for Information (RFI) costs of gathering Information on the following.

Pittsburgh Regional Transit is currently on the PeopleSoft system that supports Human Resource Management System (HRMS), Payroll, Financials, and some budgeting and inventory activities. The goal is to consider options such as: 1) Move to a new comprehensive Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system (preferred) or a combination of systems that best supports PRT’s current and future operational activities; OR 2) Move to cloud-based version of PeopleSoft or PeopleSoft Fusion product; OR 3) Continue to utilize the current PeopleSoft on-premises product with enhancements.

An Information Meeting for interested parties will be held at 10:30 a.m., prevailing time, August 14, 2026 via Microsoft Teams video conference and/or conference call to answer any questions regarding this RFP. To join by Microsoft Team video conference: • Meeting ID: 210 707 495 197 577 • Passcode: yp2Z5mZ2 To join by Microsoft Teams call-in number: • +1 412-927-0245 United State, Pittsburgh (Toll) • Conference ID: 734 460 229# The PRT call-in number has been set up and is as follows: • Toll Free Number (Canada/US): 1-800-974-5902 • Local Dial-In Number: (416) 874-8100 • Conference ID #: 4051776 Electronic proposals must be both received, and time stamped by a representative of the Procurement Department through PRT’s Ebusiness website at or before 3:00 p.m., prevailing time, August 31, 2026, at http://ebusiness.ridePRT.org. Proposals received or time stamped by a Procurement Department representative through PRT’s Ebusiness website after the advertised time for the submission of proposals shall be non-responsive and therefore ineligible for award. Each Proposer shall be solely responsible for assuring that its proposal is timely received and time stamped in accordance with the requirements herein.

Further, proposers and the Contractor shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, age, disability, national origin, sex, sexual origin, gender identity or status as a parent in the award and performance of contracts or subcontracts for these Contract Services Port Authority of Allegheny County d/b/a Pittsburgh Regional Transit reserves the right to reject any or all proposals

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The Housing Authority of the City of Pittsburgh (HACP) hereby request proposals from qualified Firms or Individuals capable of providing the following service(s): RESIDENT HOME SUPPORT INITIATIVE The documents will be available no later than August 10, 2026, signed and sealed proposals will be accepted until 10:00 a.m. on September 3, 2026. The Housing Authority of the City of Pittsburgh will only accept physical proposals dropped off in person from 8:00 AM until the closing time of 10:00 a.m. on September 3, 2026, in the One Stop Shop at 412 Boulevard of the Allies.

Pittsburgh, PA 15219. Proposals may uploaded to the Authority’s online submission site, the link is accessible via the HACP website and within the RFP. Sealed proposals may still be mailed via USPS at which time they will be Time and Date Stamped at 412 Boulevard of the Allies, 6th Floor - Procurement, Pittsburgh, PA 15219.

Parties or individuals interested in responding may download a copy of the Solicitation from the Business Opportunities page of www.HACP.org.

Questions or inquires should be directed to: Mr. Brandon Havranek, Associate Director of Procurement/ Contracting Officer Housing Authority of the City of Pittsburgh 412 Boulevard of the Allies 6th Floor - Procurement Department Pittsburgh, PA 15219 412-456-2890 A pre-submission meeting will be held via Zoom meeting; on August 20, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. Please see the meeting information below: Join Zoom Meeting Meeting ID: 876 1030 2117 Passcode: 002426 Dial In: +1 301 715 8592 US (Washington D.C The Housing Authority of the City of Pittsburgh strongly encourages small businesses, minority businesses, women’s business enterprises, and veteran-owned businesses to respond to this solicitation.

Caster D. Binion, Executive Director Housing Authority of the City of Pittsburgh HACP conducts business in accordance with all federal, state, and local civil rights laws, including but not limited to Title VII, the Fair Housing Act, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act, The PA Human Relations Act, etc. and does not discriminate against any individuals protected by these statutes

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Essential Functions: • Daily data entry for various types of work involving Inspections, Meter Readings and general maintenance logs.

• Compiles, verifies, and distributes preventive maintenance information.

Verifies asset preventive maintenance data and identifies and verifies assets. Write PM procedures and schedules. Prepares weekly reports for upper management. (Compiles = Going onsite to examine existing asset and record asset information.

Assets are located anywhere across PRT properties (all properties, LRT track, busways, and any facility)) for PRT’s TAM plan.

• Participates with Manager in providing User training for employees interacting with the asset management database.

Job requirements include: • High school diploma or GED. • Associate’s degree or two (2) years of college in business & management, program administration, or related field from an accredited college or university. Related experience may be substituted for education on a year-for-year basis.

• A valid PA driver’s License.

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in maintenance, including electrical, mechanical, and/or preventive maintenance systems.

• Must attend and successfully complete any job-related training as determined by department management.

• Strong computer and statistical analysis skills using a computerized maintenance information system.

• Must be able to work on off shifts.

• Demonstrated ability in the use of Microsoft Windows Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.

• Effective and professional communication skills.

Preferred attributes: • Experience with a Work Order System.

• Experience in developing work schedules.

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TECHNICAL CA, Inc. is accepting resumes for the following position in PITTSBURGH, PA: R&D Engineer Software REF10005101: Work across the division to define, implement, and maintain continuous integration and deployment systems that support our global development organization. Wage range: $147,958 – $148,000 per year. Send resume to submit.apps@broadcom.com.

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BOROUGH OF WILKINSBURG NOTICE OF OPEN POSITION JOB TITLE: Public Works Laborer DEPARTMENT: Department of Public Works REPORTS TO: Director of Public Works, Assistant Director of Public Works P OS ITION PURPO SE AND OBJECTIVES: The laborer performs routi ne ma nual t asks in t he Department of Public Works. Laborers work primarily in parks maintenance and other related areas. Work involves the use of manual tools and some power-operated tools. Assignments are carried out in accordance with standard departmental practices, procedures, and instructions, which are given and closely checked by a crew leader.

All employees must be able to pass a drug test, physical exam, and background check. This job description is not intended to be a complete description of position essential functions. For a complete job description, please visit https://www.wilkinsburgpa.gov/ your-government/jobs/.

Applications can be obtained through the link above, and should be submitted to the Wilkinsburg Borough Administrative Offices, 605 Ross Ave., Wilkinsburg, PA 15221.

Please direct any questions to the Borough Administration Office Front Desk by calling (412) 2442900.

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(Annual Salary $62,400 - $93,600) We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package. Interested candidates should forward a cover letter (with salary requirements) and resume to: Deborah Slocum Employment Department 345 Sixth Avenue, 3rd Floor Pittsburgh, PA 15222-2527 DSlocumRidePRT.org EOE ENTRY LEVEL POLICE OFFICER The City of Altoona is now accepting applications for Entry Level Police Officers. Information and applications are available online at www.altoonapa.gov and in the Human Resources Department of City Hall at 1301 12th Street, Suite 400, Altoona, PA. Applications and applicable supporting documentation must be submitted to the Human Resources Department by Noon on Friday, September 25, 2026.

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Manager of Benefits Administration Pittsburgh Regional Transit

Founder; Champions Are Built, Not Born; Football Coach, Woodland Hills High School

Supervisor, The Monessen Beyond Grad Program, Southwestern PA Human Services; Senior Pastor, Christian Life Ministries

Ron Ogbonna Idoko

Associate Director, Center on Race and Social Problems, University of Pittsburgh; Director, Office of Social Innovation, Frederick Honors College

Special Education Teacher/Behavioral & Conflict Specialist LIFE Male STEAM Academy

Education & Outreach Coordinator Fair Housing Partnership of Greater Pittsburgh

Co-Founder/Director of Programming, 1Nation Mentoring; CyberBus Director, Boys & Girls Club of Western Pennsylvania

Calvin ‘Coach Cal’ Murphy

Director, Community Violence, Prevention, Intervention and Culture Center for Victims

Sylvester Omeje

President & CEO, AYAG LLC; Founder, TAARi Diaspora Media

Rick Jackson

Emeka Onwugbenu

Salim Jackson

John Parker Sr.

Program Coordinator, Focus on Renewal; Outreach Professional, REACH

Compliance Program Manager ZOLL Medical Corporation

Tim Kelly

ACTES Site Staff Supervisor Auberle

DS Kinsel

Co-Founder/Artistic Director BOOM Concepts

Marty Langford

President, West Side Mustangs Youth Athletic Association; Owner, 412 Entertainment

Sam Lothard Actor/Producer

Lenny McAllister Host, KDKA Newsradio; Author

Thomas McClellan

Accounting Specialist Penn Hills Charter School of Entrepreneurship

Owner & CEO E Properties & Development

Team Leader/ Violence Interrupter South Pittsburgh Coalition for Peace/CURE Violence

Michael L. Pattillo

Owner Michael’s Manna LLC DBA and Michael’s Table PGH/MaestroChef’s Products

Cue Perry Visual Artist

Ramone Lee Pierce

Owner Bonez Barbershop, Bonez Barbershop 2 and Bonez Barber Academy

Christopher Ralph

Executive Director, West End Boxing Academy Langley; Violence Prevention Outreach Worker, REACH

Pastor Jonathan H. Robinson Pastor Kingdom Come Ministries

Rico Delorean Rucker

Founder & President, PGH SK8 Collaborative; Founder & President, RR EliteServices

Irvin G. Ruffin Jr.

Warehouse and Logistics Manager Sylvan Bio Inc.

Duey Saxton

Owner, Ketchup Socials; Founder, Lamar Clan

Mohamed Seedahmed, MD, MPH

Assistant Professor of Medicine—Division of Pulmonary, Allergy, Critical Care & Sleep Medicine, University of Pittsburgh; Staff Physician and Researcher, VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System

John D. Thomas

Board President, Family Life Center; Retired Superintendent of Schools, Aliquippa School District

Marcus DeWayne Thompson Supervisor, Distribution Operations United States Postal Service

Derrick Turner

Chief of Police Eastern Regional Mon Valley Police Department

Aaron Wade

Founder & Executive Director A’s Vision

Simeon Weatherby Jr.

Senior Acquisition Analyst, ProSource360 Consulting Services, Inc.; Founder & CEO, Q-Sax Entertainment

Walter Were

Executive Director Everyday Community Resources

Vann L. Williams

Director of Digital Workplace Operations, Wabtec Corporation; Vice President, 100 Black Men of Western PA

James Williams III

Senior Director, City and County Governmental Relations and Advocacy University of Pittsburgh

Marcus Woodard

Director, Product Sales Support and Analysis Comcast

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NEW PITTSBURGH COURIER

CHRIS MOORE The Legacy Honoree

Retired Television/Radio Talk Show Host and Producer ‘The Chris Moore Show’ Chris Moore is an eight-time Mid-Atantic Emmy Award winner who has been a host/producer for TV and radio for decades.

He was inducted into The National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences Gold Circle Award in 2025 for his career of more than 50 years of exemplary service.

He had previously received the NATAS Silver Circle Award in 2018.

Moore was an influential talk show host at KDKA Radio (100.1 FM, 1020 AM) from 1994 until his retirement earlier this year (2026). KDKA Radio’s booming AM signal had Moore heard in more than 30 states on the weekends and during various weekday spots.

Moore is CEO of Chris Moore Communications Inc., and a supporter of his wife’s New Horizon Theater Inc. company, a “Cultural Treasure,” producing live stage productions and events since 1992.

Moore received the Key to the City of Pittsburgh from

Mayor Ed Gainey in 2025.

Some of Moore’s Mid-Atlantic Emmys were “Unity & Healing: The Tree Of Life Tragedy,” “The Good Fight,” “Pittsburgh and The Great Migration,” “Pittsburgh’s Soul Food,” “Wylie Avenue Days,” and “Prescription RX for a Healthy Pittsburgh.”

Other documentaries at WQED Multimedia included: “For Jeron,” “Fly Boys: Western Pennsylvania Tuskegee Airmen,” “Jim Crow Pennsylvania,” “In Country: A Vietnam Story” (produced after his travels back to Vietnam in 2006 with soldiers with whom he served), and “HipHop Pittsburgh,” an hour-long documentary focusing on hip-hop culture.

Moore also was co-producer and narrator of “The House,” a one-hour documentary on Westinghouse High School.

In April 2013 at the Art Rooney Dinner, he was awarded The Bill Burns Award for Journalistic Excellence in

the community.

Moore is the creator and former host of a radio talk show called “Black Talk” that aired on the former WCXJ Radio.

On television, he’s widely known for hosting WQEDTV’s “Black Horizons,” the longest-running minority affairs program on public television at the time.

He also co-hosted the WQED program “OnQ,” was a frequent host on the Pittsburgh Cable News Channel, and has hosted the popular “State of Black Pittsburgh” program presented by the Urban League of Greater Pittsburgh on WQED. Moore is also highly regarded for co-founding the Pittsburgh Black Media Federation’s Urban Journalism Workshop, teaching and mentoring future generations of journalists, many of whom are in the media industry today across the country.

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J. THOMAS AGNEW

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CHARLES ANDERSON

Co-Owner/Operations Director BOOM Concepts

J. Thomas Agnew III is a cultural entrepreneur, graphic designer, and consultant based in Pittsburgh. Originally from Fremont, Ohio, he earned a BA in Graphic Design from the Art Institute of Pittsburgh. He is the former Editor-in-Chief of JENESIS Magazine, a Pittsburgh-based media outlet that focused on youth culture, lifestyle, and emerging creative entrepreneurs from 2007 to 2019.

Through JENESIS Magazine and BOOM Concepts’ national network, Agnew has produced numerous arts and culture events and collaborated with

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Career Services Manager, Grant Associates Inc.; Owner, Chuck8301Music, LLC major cultural partners, including the Carnegie Museum of Art, the Pittsburgh Cultural Trust, the August Wilson African American Cultural Center, Thrival Festival, Broccoli City, Barrel & Flow, the Pittsburgh Music Ecosystem Project, and Love PGH Music. As Agnew states: “My passion is to create forums of expression that represent and build up underrepresented voices in media, entrepreneurship, and arts businesses.”

Agnew has served on the Shiftworks Community + Public Arts Advisory Committee since 2012 and joined its Board of Directors in 2022. He has served as Vice Chair since 2025. He also served on the Greater Pittsburgh Arts Council Board of Directors for eight years, including as Vice Chair from 2023 to 2026. His leadership has been recognized through honors including Pittsburgh Magazine’s 40 Under 40, Pittsburgh People of the Year: Visual Arts by Pittsburgh City Paper (shared with his business partner, DS Kinsel), a residency in Alisha Wormsley’s “There Are Black People in the Future” Artwork-in-Residence program, and service as a steering committee member for Pittsburgh Cultural Treasures.

Agnew serves as Operations Director of BOOM Concepts, a creative hub operating in partnership with the Bloomfield-Garfield Corporation that is dedicated to advancing the careers of artists and entrepreneurs across disciplines.

Charles W. Anderson III, affectionately known as Chuck, is a native of Pittsburgh, PA. At a young age, Anderson’s family relocated to Ohio where he graduated from Meadowdale High School in Dayton. While there he excelled as an athlete in football earning many awards, most notably All-City honors. Anderson then went on to study at Central State University, majoring in secondary education, with concentrations in History and English. It was at this time in college that Anderson developed his gift as a musician. In addition to his love for football, he self-taught himself to play fluently the drums, bass, piano and more.

After college, his older brother introduced him to the social services field while he also traveled as a budding professional musician. Anderson moved back home to Pittsburgh in 2004 and continued working in social services for companies such as Holy Family Institute, A Second Chance, Small Seeds, and East End Cooperative Ministries, where he also mentored many of the young men in those programs. He also volunteered his personal time at Fulton Elementary School and Yahweh Rise. Anderson is now the Site Manager at Grant Associates Inc., a workforce development corporation, where he oversees the Grant Associates staff at the Downtown and Monroeville Career Links sites. Anderson has helped to develop strategies of

innovation and helped to improve processes and procedures to improve data tracking for case management. Anderson also serves as a mentor to the staff and a strong support when they are in need.

Of all these great accomplishments in his life, his greatest joy is his 18-year-old daughter, Jordyn, who is an incoming freshman at North Carolina A&T University.

Pittsburgh Regional Transit applauds

Khalid Harper

2026 Men of Excellence Honoree For his dedicated service at work and in the community.

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Class of 2025 Honorees LEGACY HONOREE Gregory R. Spencer HONOREES

WILL ALLEN DANIEL E. ANDERSON GREG AUSTIN ARTHUR L. BALDWIN DWAYNE R. BARKER MIKE BELGROVE GODFREY BETHEA JR. MAHDI BEY RICKY BIGELOW BISHOP DAVID ALAN BROCK, DMIN COLUMBUS C. BROOKS JAMES A. BROWN PASTOR JAMES EDWARD BROWN HOWARD BULLARD JR. RONALD BURKE ANDRÉ CARR BARRY D. DUNBAR AKI JAMAL DURHAM, MA DR. NOSAKHERE GRIFFIN-EL SR. MARTEL T. HEDGE SR. REGINALD J. HICKMAN JR. KEVIN JARBO DR. ANDREW JOHNSON RON JONES ALMAIR JAMES JOSEPH JANN KELLY-COUNCIL REGGIE KENNEY III JOHN F. KWATENG JR. LEROY A. MABINS DR. DAVID LANIER MAJOR TRINI LOPEZ MASSIE PASTOR ANDRE MITCHELL SR. REV. JAMES L. MOORE ERIC A. MOYE, MSOL KENNETH NEELY MICHAEL O’NEILL ROBERT C. PATTERSON JR. DWAYNE L. PINKNEY CORYE RAMSEY PASTOR MARVIN A. RAWLINGS SR. MICHAEL D. RUE WAYNE M. SCOTT SR. JOEL J. SIMMONS MICHAEL TALLEY MALCOLM R. THOMAS MAURICE L. WALKER SILAS C. WATKINS RAY N. WILLIAMS MOSES WORKMAN

RHYAN COCHRANE, PE, PMP

Director of Substations & Grid Protection/Control Duquesne Light Company Rhyan Cochrane, PE, PMP, is an engineering and operations executive whose career has been shaped by a deep commitment to reliability, safety, and strategic transformation within critical infrastructure. Beginning his journey in the technical trenches of electrical power systems, Cochrane built his expertise through hands-on roles in protection and control, SCADA development, and high‑pressure fluid‑filled transmission systems. Over time, that technical foundation evolved into a leadership style defined by clarity, decisiveness, and an ability to bring structure to complex operational environments.

At Duquesne Light, Cochrane serves as Director of Substations & Grid Protection and Control, where he leads the teams responsible for commissioning, maintaining, and modernizing the grid’s most essential assets. He is known for guiding interdisciplinary crews through high‑stakes restoration events, conducting thorough investigations, and implementing corrective actions that strengthen system resilience. His work blends long-term strategic vision with the practical realities of field operations, ensuring that reliability and safety remain at the forefront of organizational priorities.

Before returning to Duquesne Light in this senior leadership role, Cochrane directed statewide business performance efforts at Pennsylvania American Water. There, he oversaw diverse operational programs, strengthened data integrity across departments, and played a central role in driving change initiatives that improved efficiency and alignment across the organization. Earlier, he led statewide engineering and automation efforts, applying systems engineering principles to

unify SCADA architecture and elevate the consistency of project execution.

Across every chapter of his career, Cochrane has been recognized for his ability to restructure teams, refine processes, and elevate performance; whether by improving project delivery quality, enhancing regulatory compliance, or strengthening the link between technical operations and corporate strategy.

Cochrane holds a Graduate Certificate in Systems Engineering from Johns Hopkins University, a Master of Science in Engineering Management, and multiple undergraduate engineering degrees. He is a licensed Professional Engineer in Electrical Power and a certified Project Management Professional.

JUSTIN DIXON

Owner & Chef 1403 Ent. Catering Co., LLC Chef Jay Dix, also known as “Chef Dix World’s 1st Rappin Chef,” is a chef, entrepreneur, hip-hop artist and author based in Pittsburgh by way of Youngstown. He specializes in professional catering, consulting and has cooked for many people including politicians such as former Pittsburgh Mayor Luke Ravenstahl, President of Rwanda, Paul Kagame, and former president of CMU, Jared L. Cohon.

He also has a cooking show called “Choppin It Up with Chef Dix.” If you’re a foodie or an aspiring chef, Chef Dix’s content is definitely worth checking out. You can find him on social media platforms like Instagram, YouTube, Tik Tok and Facebook.

Chef Dix’s recognition

from esteemed organizations like the National Black Chefs Association and the Chefs Outreach Association underscores his dedication to fostering community connections through culinary arts. Since 1998, his extensive career has spanned roles as a kitchen manager, assistant food service director and head chef. With a strong background in managing large-scale food service operations and developing creative menus, Chef Dix has built a dynamic and impactful presence in the culinary world.

Says Chef Dix: “My goal is to provide the good people of this world with simple honest foods that taste extraordinary, one plate at a time!”

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Class of 2024 Honorees LEGACY HONOREE Robert Hill HONOREES

JAMES WILLIE ANDERSON JR. DEMARIO ANDREWS REV. WILLIAM A. BAKER IV JAMES M. CARTER ROBERT CHERRY BERNARD CLARK JR. MICHEAL “MIKE” DEAN J.E. CLARK DELANOIS CHUCK DURHAM DR. SHAWN KEITH ELLIES REV. BRIAN CARSWELL FLANNAGAN SR. MICHAEL LEE GAY SR. SAM W. GIBSON REV. JERREL T. GILLIAM NATHANIEL K. GOODSON RICKY HARDY LANCE J. HARRELL SAINT “LARRY” HARRIS MARK D. HENDERSON DR. CHUCK HERRING EDGAR G. JACKSON JR. EMMANUEL D. KEY TERENCE KING MICHAEL A. KNIGHT SEBASTIAN LACY MAJESTIC LANE MIKE LOGAN CLYDE D. MANNS JR. KEVIN J. MILLER PASTOR E. KEITH MONCRIEF BISHOP MARVIN C. MORELAND JAMES MYERS JR. MICHAEL C. NELSON MICHAEL J. NICHOLS ROBERT POSTON TIMOTHY POWELL JOHNATHAN D. RIDEAU SHAWN A. SHANNON ALPHONSO SLOAN MORTON D. STANFIELD JR. BRIAN VINCENT STARKS ALFRED B. VALENTINE WENDELL E. WADE JR. DR. EVON WALTERS TERREL R. WILLIAMS W. EUGENE WILSON JAMES D. WIMBERLY III DR. MICHAEL YOUNG

NEW PITTSBURGH COURIER MEN OF EXCELLENCE 2026

DREW J. ELLERBEE, CISA

Internal Audit-IT Specialist, Howmet Aerospace; Community Outreach Liaison, Howmet African Heritage Network Drew Ellerbee’s pathway to excellence is rooted in a desire for community progress, the empowerment of youth, and a determination to overcome obstacles to achieve professional success.

An Aliquippa native, Ellerbee holds a bachelor’s degree in Accounting from the University of Pittsburgh, a master’s degree in Cybersecurity from Robert Morris University, and a CISA certification from ISACA. His professional experience includes nearly two decades in the audit and compliance sector. Currently, Ellerbee serves as an IT Specialist for the Global IT Audit department at Howmet Aerospace, which operates in 19 countries across six continents. He also acts as a community engagement liaison for Howmet’s African Heritage resource group, which collaborates with Black-owned nonprofits across the region.

Ellerbee spent over a decade as a mentor and coach, including eight years with the Aliquippa youth program and two years at Sto-Rox High School. Having overcome personal challenges and navigated an unconventional path, including not graduating from high school himself, Ellerbee brings an authentic perspective to mentorship. Although he is no longer actively coaching, he remains committed to instilling the values of accountability and functional education, as he believes academics are integral to the

prosperity of future generations of Black men and women.

A respected member of his community, Ellerbee operates with a commitment to high moral and ethical standards. He is recognized for his ability to lead with empathy, treating others with kindness and respect regardless of their background. Additionally, he encourages diverse collaboration to advance communities on a large scale.

In his personal life, Ellerbee is a father of two, an avid music listener, and a self-proclaimed maker of the world’s best cheesecake.

DAVID E. FREEMAN Financial Advisor Northwestern Mutual

Born and raised in Pittsburgh, David E. Freeman is a dedicated financial advisor who has never lost sight of the city and community that shaped him. He specializes in holistic financial planning, offering tailored strategies to meet his clients’ unique needs. With a deep commitment to creating comprehensive financial plans, he expertly guides clients through the complexities of wealth accumulation, distribution, and tax efficiencies.

His journey to excellence is rooted in a strong foundation of discipline and education. He attended Schenley High School before graduating from Vincentian Academy. He went on to earn a degree in Information Systems Management from Slippery Rock University, where he also demonstrated his competitive drive and teamwork as a four-year member of the men’s varsity basketball team. Prior to establishing his practice at Northwestern Mutual, he spent 19 years in the automotive industry, notably serving as a Finance Manager for Enterprise and BMW. This extensive background in high-level financial management and client relations naturally evolved into his current role, where he provides trusted guidance to individuals, families, and

business owners.

He shares his life with his longtime fiancée, Barb, and is the proud father of three children and two grandchildren.

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EDGAR FOLKS Owner Folks Development, LLC Edgar Folks is a native of the Hill District, where he was raised by his God-fearing, Pentecostal-preaching grandmother, Elizabeth Anderson.

His educational foundation was forged at St. Benedict the Moor primary school, then he attended Brashear High School where he excelled in football. He got his athletic foundation from being a member of Charlie Daniels as a golden glove boxer and Coach Leroy Dillard’s “Stay in Shape” gym.

After high school, Folks attended the prestigious Tuskegee University to pursue his football dreams, but as the evolution of life has it, he found his first love.

The calculation of all sciences, mathematics was her name, and he pursued her for many years, obtaining a Bachelor of Science degree in mathematics.

Later, he was one of three to receive the first African American fellowship award, and being the first candidate to graduate with a master’s degree in education from the University of Pittsburgh.

He also attended Logos University for doctoral studies in Christian counseling and Philosophy.

Folks has served humanity in the capacity of teacher, counselor, therapist, and advocacy with a driving force to enhance and develop the lives of young peo-

ple for almost 40 years.

As a lifelong learner, Folks eventually discovered his artistic gifts in poetry and philosophy, becoming an award-winning published author of 17 books.

Folks enjoys working out, continuously developing himself spiritually and ultimately nurturing, and observing his children; Destiny, Ethan, Aaron, and Edgar Folks, taking his legacy to boundlessness and forever.

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Class of 2023 Honorees LEGACY HONOREE Glenn Mahone HONOREES

PHILIP AUSTIN EDWARD BAIDEN ANTOINE BAILEY LONNELL BECOATE JALAL BLACK SR. DAY BRACEY REV. GARY L. BROCK SR. WADE BROWN AUBREY BRUCE REX A. BURTON III JEFF CAPEL BISHOP LEE C. CARTER JR. ROSS CHAPMAN MELVIN C. CHERRY JR., MSW SAM CLANCY SR. HENRY ‘HANK’ COMMODORE BRIAN A. COOK SR. NICK M. DANIELS CRAIG DAWSON EMMANUEL RAMON DEANDA ANDREW DIXON, M.ED. DION DUPREE CHRISTOPHER FLOYD, A.S.T., B.A., MCJ, PHD DWAYNE C. FULTON ERIC HARPER MICHAEL JAMES HARPER PETE HENDERSON BONIFACE IGBA RODGER JAY GEORGE C. MCCLURE ANTHONY MOCK CLAY MOOREFIELD. BRANDON F. MOSBY, F.D. KHARI MOSLEY RICHARD NEWELL JEAN-PIERRE NSANZABERA PHILLIP D. PALMER REV. RAYMOND PORTER JR. RAY ROUNDTREE DR. SIMEON SAUNDERS LEIGHTON SEAWRIGHT JAMES A. SHEALEY DR. PAUL DAVID SPRADLEY BYRON STRIPLING CARLITEZ THOMPSON PHILLIP LEE THOMPSON JR. THOMAS R. WALKER JR. REV. GEORGE WILLIAMS CURTIS YOUNGBLOOD

QUENTIN FRYE JR.

Chief Operating Officer, Gloria’s Haven Home Care; Chairman & CEO, Fryeday Knights Youth Sports Association Quentin Frye Jr. is a dedicated leader, entrepreneur, mentor and community advocate whose passion is serving others and creating opportunities throughout Western Pennsylvania. As Chief Operating Officer of Gloria’s Haven Home Care, he helps lead a non-medical home care agency that supports seniors and individuals with disabilities by providing assistance with daily living activities such as bathing, meal preparation, housekeeping, transportation, and other essential services. The agency is committed to helping individuals with conditions such as multiple sclerosis (MS) and other physical limitations maintain their independence and quality of life in the comfort of their own homes.

Frye also serves as Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the Fryeday Knights Youth Sports Association, where he coaches high school basketball players while leading a dedicated team of coaches who mentor athletes across multiple age groups.

Through athletics, he is committed to teaching discipline, teamwork, leadership, accountability, and character, helping young people succeed both on and off the court while creating opportunities for them to reach their full potential.

In addition to his work in

CURTIS FUQUA Talent Driver Teamsters Local 249

Born and raised in Pittsburgh’s historic Homewood community, Curtis Norman Fuqua has built a career defined by resilience, purpose, and an unwavering commitment to excellence. As the younger brother of acclaimed filmmaker Antoine Fuqua, Curtis Fuqua has forged a distinguished path of his own in the entertainment industry, earning the respect of colleagues through hard work, professionalism, and dedication.

Curtis Fuqua’s Hollywood journey began as a production assistant, where he learned every aspect of filmmaking from the ground up.

Through perseverance and an unmatched work ethic, he advanced to become a stunt performer, transportation professional, executive assistant, and trusted talent driver, contributing to more than 20 major motion pictures and television productions. Working alongside award-winning directors and some of the world’s most celebrated actors, Fuqua has become a valued member of countless productions, helping bring Hollywood’s biggest stories to life behind the scenes.

He has mentored and inspired young people through the Steeltown Youth & Media program, speaking to students at Westinghouse and Allderdice high schools about careers in film, media, and the creative arts.

health care and youth development, Frye is the founder and owner of The Middle People LLC, a growing service company providing concierge trash and recycling services, junk removal, commercial cleaning, handyman services, staffing solutions, and property support services throughout Western Pennsylvania. Through The Middle People LLC, Frye has successfully developed partnerships and secured service contracts with respected businesses, property management companies, and organizations throughout the Pittsburgh region. His commitment to operational excellence, exceptional customer service, and job creation continues to strengthen the communities he serves.

With more than a decade of leadership experience spanning health care, business operations, entrepreneurship and community service, Frye is recognized for building high-performing teams, developing future leaders, and creating organizations that make a lasting impact. He believes leadership is rooted in integrity, accountability, compassion and service, and he is committed to empowering others to achieve success.

Above all, Frye is a devoted husband to his amazing wife, Dr. Melody Carter-Frye, and a proud father of five children. His family is his greatest blessing and the foundation of everything he does. He strives to make every decision in life with them at the forefront, leading with love, integrity, faith, and purpose. Whether serving his community, mentoring young people, or leading organizations, Frye is committed to building a legacy that reflects his values and inspires future generations.

His encouragement helped inspire students who went on to create Reel Teens Pittsburgh, using filmmaking as a platform to educate, empower, and amplify youth voices.

While filming in New York, Fuqua also had the opportunity to speak with young people at the Boys & Girls Club alongside Academy Award-winning actor Denzel Washington. Together, they encouraged youth to pursue their dreams with faith, discipline, perseverance, and the courage to overcome adversity.

A storyteller at heart, Fuqua has expanded his creative talents beyond the screen as the published author of two novels, “In The Driver’s Seat” and “The Driver Novel.” Through both film and literature, he continues to inspire audiences with stories of determination, purpose, and personal growth.

Above all, Fuqua is a devoted husband and proud father whose greatest accomplishment is his family. He believes that true success is measured not only by professional achievements, but by the lives we impact, the example we set, and the legacy we leave for future generations.

Whether on a Hollywood set, in the pages of a novel, or speaking to young people about chasing their dreams, Curtis Norman Fuqua remains committed to excellence, service, and inspiring others to believe that with faith, perseverance, and hard work, anything is possible.

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Class of 2022 Honorees LEGACY HONOREE Tim Stevens HONOREES

WILL ANDERSON GEORIN AQUILA MICHAEL JEFFERY BLACKWELL YARDON BRANTLEY BRIAN E. BROOME JOHN M. BURWELL KEITH BUTLER DAMON CARR CLIFFORD “SLY JOCK” CHARLTON DERRICK LYNDELL CLARK SR. ERIC COFIELD HON. KEVIN E. COOPER JR. CHRIS CURD RICHARD A. EANES JAMES EDWELL JR. JASON ENGLAND RANDY K. FORD RICHARD L. FORD III REV. CRAIG L. GILES SAMUEL L. GILL JAY A. GILMER, ESQ. DEXTER HAIRSTON DONNY E. HAMILTON JR. MARK HUTCHINSON REV. ANDREW JACKSON MARK C. JOHNSON JASON S. JONES TRACY KELLY JR. ADAM “DJ BLAKK STEEL” LEWIS OWEN J. MACKLIN SR. JOSEPH MCCAIN RONALD MONCRIEF MALCOLM E. NOWLIN NELSON NYIRONGO REV. THEODORE E. PUGH SR. CURTIS RANDLE EL III, MBA, AIFA CARL REDWOOD JR. LEON U. ROCKYMORE RON SMILEY PASTOR MICHAEL H. SMITH REV. GEOFFREY E. TATE II LAMARCUS THURMAN DERRICK L. TILLMAN DONALD C. WALKER III ANTHONY “TONE” WALLS MIKE WARFIELD DR. JOHNATHAN JEVON WHITE JAMAR WHITE, MBA REV. DR. RICHARD W. WINGFIELD ASHLEY G. WOODSON

NEW PITTSBURGH COURIER MEN OF EXCELLENCE 2026

DENNIS GARNER JR.

ROBERT L. GATLING III, MBA

K-12 Team Lead, Pittsburgh Cultural Trust—Arts Education; Musician/Drummer, Mount Ararat Baptist Church

Senior Associate, Business Technology Liaison/AI Practitioner BNY

Dennis Garner Jr. is a Pittsburgh native, accomplished musician, educator, entrepreneur, and arts leader whose life’s work is built upon one unwavering principle: Family First. As a devoted father of four children—one daughter and three sons—Garner believes that prioritizing family is the surest and most fortified pathway to a life filled with joy, purpose, and lasting impact. That philosophy serves as the foundation for every stage, classroom, business, and community he touches.

Robert L. Gatling III is an AI Practitioner and Senior Specialist within BNY’s Payments Platform, where he focuses on operational strategy, process improvement, and advancing AI-enabled solutions. Through his work, he partners across business and technology teams to simplify complex processes and translate ideas into practical, scalable outcomes.

Beyond his professional role, Gatling is deeply committed to serving his community and mentoring others. A lifelong member of John Wesley United Methodist Church in Washington, Pa., he has served in leadership roles including Trustee, Men’s Day Service Coordinator, and Chair of the Worship Committee.

Gatling supports community outreach efforts through organizations such as Caring Connections and Christian Outreach, helping individuals experiencing housing insecurity by providing food, clothing, and essential resources. Together with his niece, he has helped lead community drives that mobilized support from local residents, professional networks, and colleagues to assist those in need.

As a member of a historically Black United Methodist congregation, Gatling is committed to fostering understanding, reconciliation, and meaningful dialogue

For more than 22 years, Garner has faithfully served as a drummer and active member of Mount Ararat Baptist Church, where his ministry through music continues to inspire generations of worshippers and musicians alike.

As an educator, Garner has dedicated his career to developing the next generation of artists. His instructional work has included curriculum development and percussion education with Urban Pathways Charter School, Hope Academy, The Judah Project, and the Greater Pittsburgh YMCA. He is also the founder of 3D Drum Workshops, an educational initiative providing individual and group applied percussion arts instruction for students of all ages and experience levels, fostering technical excellence, creativity, discipline, and confidence through music.

Today, Garner serves as the K–12 Teaching Artist Team Lead for the Pittsburgh Cultural Trust, where he helps shape arts education experiences that reach students throughout the region.

He also serves as the Teaching Artist Program Coordinator for Beaver County through the Neighborhood North Museum of Play, expanding access to quality arts programming while cultivating meaningful partnerships between artists, educators and communities.

Congratulations Rhyan Cochrane

2026 Men of Excellence Honoree From lineworkers to underground splicers, to engineers and everyone in between — our people make a difference. Find your place at DuquesneLight.org/careers.

Rhyan Cochrane | Director, Substations & Grid P/C

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across communities.

Gatling is an advocate for mental health, men’s mental health awareness, and personal development. He is currently completing his first book, “Dysfunctional Function,” and regularly publishes articles, thought pieces, and reflections on leadership, resilience, faith, personal growth, and organizational culture through LinkedIn and other platforms.

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Class of 2021 Honorees LEGACY HONOREE Bishop Loran E. Mann HONOREES BYRON T. ALLEN MICHAEL BARNES STANLEY BELL ROY BLANKENSHIP JR. THOMAS BURLEY JOHNNIE BURTON STEPHAN DAVIS DERRICK DAVIS ROGER W. DAVIS, ED.D. LUTHER J. DUPREE JR. KELTON EDMONDS, PH.D. VINCENT D. ELLIOTT GEORGE FLEMING ALLAN FRANCETTE ROBERT B. FULTON ERIC GIBSON DAMON GIVNER CLYBURN HALLEY CHRIS HOWARD BRENT JERNIGAN ELIJHA DAVID KING TAYON MITCHELL ALTON MITCHELL KELLY E. MORRISSEY JUSTIN NWOKEJI SHABAKA PERKINS ANTHONY W. PIPKIN MICHAEL POTTER JACE RANSOM CHARLES J. REEVES CHRISTOPHER W. ROBINSON RONALD B. SAUNDERS LELAND SCALES RYAN S. SCOTT WILLIAM SIMMONS, M.D. TERRY SMITH GEORGE C. SPENCER SR. MARK STUCKEY DANIEL TAYLOR SHAWN THOMAS CHESTER D. THOMPSON, DSC. CURTIS UPSHER JR. ROBERT D. WALKER THOMAS WASHINGTON JR. REV. JOHN C. WELCH, PH.D. REP. JAKE WHEATLEY JR. BRANDON WHITE MARLIN WOODS, CPC DANTE WORKS

KIRK GILBERT

Class of 2019 Honorees

Senior Case Manager Trade Institute of Pittsburgh Kirk Gilbert is a seasoned case management professional with over 20 years of experience supporting individuals and families across diverse settings, including medical case management, service coordination and public schools. His work is rooted in a passion for transforming lives, removing barriers and helping people access the resources they need to thrive.

Gilbert currently serves as Senior Case Manager at the Trade Institute of Pittsburgh, where he plays a key role in supporting student success and workforce readiness. He developed the License to Thrive program, an initiative that helps students obtain their Driver’s Licenses and even purchase their own vehicles—expanding access to employment and independence.

Beyond his work at TIP, Gilbert is an Associate Pastor at Another Level Ministries, serving alongside his brother, Pastor Jay Anthony Gilbert. Gilbert is also a singer/songwriter with his twin brother, Kellen. Through these ministries, he continues to inspire, mentor and uplift others. Additionally, Kirk and Kellen Gilbert have recorded and released two independent albums. They have also performed at the highly-acclaimed Apollo Theater in New York City, Cornerstone Television Network and sang the National Anthem for the NFL, NBA and MLB. Above all, Kirk Gilbert treasures his most important roles: being a devoted husband to Marissa and a proud father to his almost 2-year-old daughter, CeCe.

KYLE HADEN

Senior Associate Head and Associate Professor of Acting Carnegie Mellon University School of Drama Kyle Haden is an artistic leader, director, educator and actor. He is the former Artistic Director of the Ashland New Plays Festival in Oregon, where more than 12 plays developed at the festival went on to premiere nationwide. He also spearheaded the festival’s 2016 Women’s Invitational; one of the winning plays, Martyna Majok’s “Cost of Living,” went on to win the 2018 Pulitzer Prize. Haden currently serves as Artistic Producer of ColLABo, a production development incubator at Carnegie Mellon University’s Center for New Work Development.

As a director, Haden has helmed various world premieres of productions across the country, including “Parental Advisory: a breakbeat play” (Milwaukee Repertory Theater), “The Devil is a Lie” (Quantum Theater), and the award-winning “Hazardous Materials” (Creede Repertory Theatre). He was named a 2018 Drama League Directing Fellow and is a member of the Drama League Directors Council.

Haden is currently developing “MKE MVP” for Milwaukee Repertory Theater.

On stage, Haden has performed at regional theaters nationwide, including the Oregon

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Shakespeare Festival (three seasons), Guthrie Theater, Shakespeare Theatre, Chicago Shakespeare Theater, Arizona Theater Company, Colorado Shakespeare Festival, Pittsburgh Public Theater, City Theatre Company, Quantum Theatre, and Cleveland Play House, as well as various theaters in New York and Chicago. He was recently named the winner of the 2024 Berkshire Theatre Critics Award for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Play for playing Bert in Barrington Stage Company’s production of “Primary Trust.” Haden also appeared in Amazon’s “American Rust” and is the voice of Luke in the award-winning animated short film “Where the Deer Sleep.”

Haden has taught at various theater companies and universities. He is currently an Associate Professor of Acting at Carnegie Mellon University, where he also serves as Senior Associate Head of the School of Drama.

Haden earned his BA at Wake Forest University, and his MFA at Columbia University.

LEGACY HONOREE WILLIAM E. STRICKLAND JR. HONOREES AARON ALDRICH KEVIN ALTON ANTHONY ANDERSON WAHAD ANSARI BRANDON BAKER EDDIE BELL ISAIAH CRESENT BEY PASTOR NEVILLE A. BROOKS REV. DR. DARRYL T. CANADY ANTHONY CARLISLE, PHD BISHOP DONALD O. CLAY JR. HARVEY COLE JR. PARRISH DAVENPORT AUSTIN A. DAVIS CHARLES DESHAZER, MD DONALD GRAY III CHARLES GREER SR. AKIL “ESOON” GRIFFIN DEAVON HAMMONDS BARNETT HARRIS SR. REV. DR. JAMES H. HARRIS SR. NELSON E. HARRISON, PHD LEN HAWKINS CAIN HAYES DENNIS HENDERSON LEONARD HOLT ERIC HOWZE REV. JAMES E. HUNT ANTHONY JEFFERSON REV. TORREY O. JOHNSON WAYNE JONES ROBERT M. JONES JR. SHANNON LAWHORN JEFF MALLORY GORDON MANKER BROTHER MARLON MARTIN JOHNNIE MIOTT WILLIAM MITCHELL SR. BRANDON PHILLIPS DARELLE A. PORTER ORONDE SHARIF JEROME TAYLOR, PHD BERNARD TAYLOR JR., EDD ADAM C. WALKER DARRELL L. WARDEN MARK WEIR ERIC L. WELLS ANTHONY WILLIAMS DOUGLAS WILLIAMS SR. RYAN D. WOOTEN

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Manager of Benefits Administration Pittsburgh Regional Transit

Founder, Champions Are Built, Not Born; Football Coach, Woodland Hills High School efit presentations for all new employees and manages PRT’s wellness program across the company’s eight locations.

Harper is grateful to be part of a team who conducts annual review meetings with vendors to determine premiums for future years.

Outside of his department responsibilities, Harper actively promotes PRT and tries to recruit an individual to give the same opportunities that he has received in order to have a successful career.

Harper also truly enjoyed being part of a team welcoming individuals to Pittsburgh during the NFL Draft process.

In his free time, Harper enjoys being with his family. His wife and kids mean the world to him. He has been married for 23 years, has six children and three grandchildren. He and his wife enjoy traveling, raising their family, and navigating through life together.

Harper loves his Lord and Savior; through Christ, all things are possible!

For Coach Lyle David Harris, the “Men of Excellence” honor from the New Pittsburgh Courier is fuel to keep doing “The Work.”

A proud son of Wilkinsburg’s Hunter Park neighborhood. A husband. Father of nine. Kidney transplant survivor. Probation counselor. Entrepreneur. Actor. Minor League Football Hall of Fame inductee. And most importantly, a servant leader.

Coach Harris has coached football from Pop Warner to Minor League Professional.

Lyle served as head coach of the Pittsburgh Power and currently coaches at at Woodland Hills High School under head coach Brian Tarant as a Volunteer Offensive Line Assistant.

For more than two decades in juvenile justice, youth development, mentorship and love, Coach Harris has stood in the gap for young men, women and families too often measured by mistakes instead of possibilities. Coach Harris has worked for the Allegheny County Community Intensive Supervision Program, known as C.I.S.P., in multiple Pittsburgh communities.

Coach Harris, over his career, has also worked as a supervisor for Penny Lane in Southern California, serving youth, peers, adults, and families needing more love than supervision.

Coach Harris’ work extends beyond the field and counseling folks. Through Harris

Assets and Holdings, he helped families move into fully remodeled homes worth more than they could afford, yet priced within their budget, where they could simply put their things down and start living.

As an actor, he’s appeared in movies, infomercials, and multiple commercials with national and international reach.

Coach Harris believes, “Winning is a byproduct of the work, and we do ‘The Work.’”

PASTOR ROBERT C. HOLMES Supervisor, The Monessen Beyond Grad Program, Southwestern PA Human Services; Senior Pastor, Christian Life Ministries Pastor Robert C. Holmes is a respected faith leader, mentor, educator, and community advocate whose lifelong commitment to service has positively impacted countless individuals and families throughout the Mon Valley region.

Through decades of pastoral leadership, youth development, and community engagement, he has dedicated his life to empowering others and creating pathways to hope and opportunity.

A native of Monessen, Pastor Holmes is a 1975 graduate of Monessen High School and attended California University of Pennsylvania, where he studied Communications. He is also a graduate of the Hotel Motel Association and served as a Graduate Assistant for the Dale Carnegie Institute of Pittsburgh.

Pastor Holmes has been married to his wife, Darla R. Holley-Holmes, for 46 years. Together, they have raised three children—Adrianne Holmes-Redwood, Kellen C. Holmes, and Blayre Holmes-Davis—and have modeled the values of faith, family, and servant leadership throughout the Mon Valley.

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KHALID H. HARPER

Khalid H. Harper is the Manager of Benefits Administration at Pittsburgh Regional Transit (PRT). Harper began his career in 2008 with PRT as a customer service representative. In 2016, Harper was promoted to a Customer Service Sales Associate position. With a background in benefits and a passion for wanting to help others, he had his heart set on working in Human Resources. In 2019, Harper was promoted to Benefits Specialist in the human resources department. In 2024, Harper received a promotion to the Manager of Benefits Administration.

Harper’s current job duties are to help manage benefits for over 2,800 active employees and over 3,000 retirees.

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faithfully served for more than 26 years.

Pastor Holmes currently serves as Supervisor of the Monessen Beyond Grad Economic Mobility Program through Southwestern Pennsylvania Human Services (SPHS) Monessen Family Center.

Pastor Holmes continues to exemplify servant leadership, unwavering faith, and a steadfast commitment to strengthening families and transforming communities throughout the Mon Valley.

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Congratulations to the 2026 New Pittsburgh Courier Men of Excellence Honorees.

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Class of 2017 Honorees LEGACY HONOREE LOUIS ‘HOP’ KENDRICK HONOREES JOEL ACIE VERNARD ALEXANDER JOHN AYERS BARATA BEY HAROLD L. BLYE KENYON R. BONNER FRED BROWN QUINTIN B. BULLOCK, DDS BRIAN BURLEY KEVIN CARTER LLOYD CHEATOM BRANDON D. CONEY CHRISTOPHER EDMONDS FREDDIE FIELDS REV. DR. WILLIAM R. GLAZE DONTA GREEN PHILIP GREENE JR. ROBERT (JON) HAIRSTON ANTHONY HAMLET, EDD LEONARD HAMMONDS II RAHMON HART, EDD JERRY HARVEY RICHARD L. HATCHER II CARLTON HEYWOOD TODD J. HOLLIS, ESQ. JEROME JACKSON ROBERT JAMES DONNIE KYTE GABRIEL MEDLEY RICKY MOODY DAVID L. MOTLEY VICTOR MUSGROVE DAVID I. ODOM EMIOLA JAY ORIOLA KYLE PERDUE ROBERT J. POWELL DWAYNE RANKIN RICHARD A. STEWART JR. JAMES E. TAYLOR, PHD JOSH TAYLOR TERRELL THOMAS DARRYL T. WILEY PHILLIP K. WOODS, EDD JAMAL WOODSON AYODEJI YOUNG

RON OGBONNA IDOKO

Associate Director, Center on Race and Social Problems, University of Pittsburgh; Director, Office of Social Innovation, David C. Frederick Honors College—University of Pittsburgh Dr. Ron Idoko was born in the Bronx, New York, the son of Emmanuel and Evelyn Idoko and one of seven children. A scholar-athlete at John F. Kennedy High School, where he earned All-City academic honors and helped his team capture a city championship, Dr. Idoko came to the University of Pittsburgh on an academic scholarship and walked on to the Pitt football team, ultimately earning a football scholarship. A proud threetime Pitt graduate, he carries forward a belief that discipline, teamwork, and purpose can take a person far beyond the field.

At the University of Pittsburgh, Dr. Idoko serves as Associate Director of the Center on Race and Social Problems, one of the nation’s premier applied race research centers, and as a Research Assistant Professor in the School of Social Work. He is the Founding Director of the Racial Equity Consciousness Institute (RECI), which he created in 2021 to help people deconstruct racism and advance racial equity. He is part of a research team awarded a $5 million National Institutes of Health grant to study the impact of RECI’s equity consciousness development framework across biomedical training centers nationwide. Dr. Idoko also directs the Office of Social Innovation at the David C. Frederick Honors College where he supports students in tackling complex social challenges.

A hallmark of Dr. Idoko’s leadership is the ongoing,

RICK JACKSON

Program Coordinator, Focus on Renewal; Outreach Professional, R.E.A.C.H. Tyrone “Rick” Jackson has spent two decades championing community growth through hands-on mentorship and leadership. Beginning with Youth Places in the West Side of Pittsburgh, he mentored at-risk teens and later contributed his passion at Auberle, guiding youth toward positive paths. As a job recruiter for UPMC, he helped re-entry individuals access training and employment. As a violence interrupter at R.E.A.C.H., Jackson is committed in curbing the violence in Pittsburgh’s communities. Also, at Focus on Renewal’s ACTES program, he served as an outreach professional, case-managing and mentoring high-risk men affected by gun violence, and his dedication culminated in a promotion to Community Outreach Manager, where he now oversees violence-prevention initiatives to sustain safer, stronger neighborhoods.

Additionally, Jackson is the owner of a cleaning company called “Jacks Clean Team” and a sock brand called “Slizzocks.”

Jackson demonstrates professional excellence by steadily advancing from entry-level roles to higher positions, delivering value at each step. In his youth-focused roles at Youth Places, he built trusted relationships with young people, implemented programs with measurable outcomes, and sought feedback to refine approaches. At UPMC, he expanded his impact by coordinating cross-functional teams, and training programs to get employees ready for work success. Now at Focus on Renewal, he continues to drive strategic initiatives, leads high-impact projects, and demonstrates strong leadership and accountability, resulting in promotions at each step. His career highlights ongoing learning, ethical practice, and a proven ability to change lives.

Jackson has consistently embodied the epiphany of

community-engaged initiatives he develops and convenes, bringing the university and Greater Pittsburgh together in dialogue and action. He initiated and organizes Pitt’s National Day of Racial Healing program and the Building a Beloved Community Summit, and he helps lead the annual Human Flourishing Symposium.

Dr. Idoko is a devoted life partner to his wife, Rachel, and the proud father of their daughter, Arinzé Eve. Outside of work, Dr. Idoko enjoys traveling, Afrobeats, reflecting on liberatory futures and treasures time with his growing family.

community service, beginning with his early days of organizing neighborhood events and summer league basketball games that brought residents together and built local connections. Over the years, he evolved his leadership to spearhead violence prevention initiatives, coordinating efforts that unite community members with CVRI professionals to address safety, dialogue, and collaborative problem-solving. His dedication extends to hands-on service projects that demonstrate genuine care—from feeding events that nourish families to family-friendly movie nights that strengthen communal bonds. Across his career, Jackson’s work reflects a steadfast commitment to uplifting the community and creating a safer, more connected environment for everyone.

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Class of 2014 Honorees LEGACY HONOREES HONORABLE JUSTIN M. JOHNSON HONORABLE LIVINGSTONE JOHNSON HONOREES EMMAI ALAQUIVA CASTER D. BINION CECIL E. BRAZOS III REGINALD E. BROWN, F.A.H.M. COUNCILMAN REV. RICKY V. BURGESS BISHOP OTIS L. CARSWELL WINFORD R. CRAIG PARADISE GRAY ELWIN GREEN JEFFREY GRUBBS PAUL TERRANCE HARPER, PhD EUGENE E. HARRIS GEORGE HOWARD MELVIN HUBBARD EL LANCE HYDE BILLY JACKSON CHARLES CHERNOR JALLOH KEVIN L. JENKINS REV. THOMAS E. JOHNSON JR. REV. CORNELL D. JONES DARRYL E. JONES R. BLAINE JONES II ESQ. ABASS B. KAMARA BRANDIN KNIGHT BOB McCALL EVERETT M. McELVEEN NATE MITCHELL RICHARD L. MORRIS JOSIFANI MUNYIKA MOYO BS, MS K. CHASE PATTERSON DR. CHENITS PETTIGREW JR. CLYDE WILSON PICKETT CURTISS E. PORTER, PHD RICHARD G. PORTIS JAMES REID GREGORY T. ROGERS, JD CHARLES A. SAUNDERS PASTOR MICHAEL H. SMITH, M.A.R., CPC ERIC C. STRONG J. T. THOMAS PAGE THOMAS FRANK C. WALKER II WAYNE N. WALTERS HOMER L. WALTON ESQ. JESSE WASHINGTON HONORABLE RALPH P. WATSON DERRICK WILSON REGINALD B. YOUNG

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SALIM JACKSON

Corporate Compliance Program Manager ZOLL Medical Corporation Salim Jackson is a Program Manager at ZOLL Medical Corporation, a global leader in critical care technologies. As a seasoned compliance and risk management professional, Jackson is dedicated to advancing integrity and ethical practices across both public and private sectors. In his role, he partners with executive leadership to ensure adherence to the AdvaMed Code of Ethics, the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act, and other global regulatory standards.

A Certified Compliance and Ethics Professional, Jackson brings more than 20 years of experience conducting investigations and leading compliance initiatives. He is widely recognized for his expertise in third-party due diligence, enterprise risk management, and policy development. Throughout his career, he has successfully built and led compliance programs, working collaboratively with Legal, Finance, Human Resources, IT, and operational teams to strengthen accountability and organizational performance.

Jackson holds a Master of Business Administration from Point Park University and a Bachelor of Arts in Communications from Slippery Rock University. He is currently pursuing an Associate Degree in

TIM KELLY

ACTES Site Staff Supervisor Auberle Tim Kelly is a proud native of Braddock, where he spent his formative years before moving to Duquesne at the age of 10. He completed his secondary education at Duquesne High School and went on to attend Slippery Rock University. There, he distinguished himself both academically and athletically, excelling in football, serving as captain of the football team, and participating in ROTC, where he completed his officer training to become a Second Lieutenant. Kelly graduated with a bachelor’s degree in Social Work. Due to a knee injury, he declined active commission into the United States Army, instead fulfilling his military obligation in the Army Reserve unit in Butler, Pa., while also beginning his professional journey at Auberle.

Kelly’s commitment to service and leadership is further exemplified by his long tenure at Auberle, where he has worked for 35 years. Over that time, he spent 27 years as a supervisor for many years overseeing multiple programs simultaneously. The last seven years

he has served as Senior Case Manager with the Employment Institute before recently accepting the site staff supervisor position with the ACTES South Pittsburgh program. His dedication to the organization and its mission is a testament to his enduring compassion and sense of responsibility. His faith has been a guiding force throughout his life. In 1995, he joined Liberty Baptist Church, where he came under the spiritual mentorship of Pastor Alvin Berkley. At Liberty Baptist, Kelly immersed himself in service—first as an usher, then a Deacon before his path of faithful service reached a new milestone when, on August 3, 2014, he was ordained as Associate Pastor at Liberty Baptist Church in Braddock, once again under Pastor Berkley’s guidance. Kelly remains both humbled and excited to be chosen by God to represent Liberty Baptist Church in its mission to expand God’s Kingdom.

Kelly’s life is a remarkable journey of faith, service, and leadership—a testament to a man who has devoted himself to his family, his community, and to the calling placed upon his heart. Kelly also coached youth football in multiple communities in the Mon Valley for over 30 years.

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Criminal Justice from Eastern Gateway Community College.

Beyond his professional accomplishments, Jackson is a devoted husband and proud father of two sons, Amir and Aydin. He is deeply committed to service and community engagement as an active member of Prince Hall Masonic Lodge and Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Inc. Through mentorship, coaching, and outreach, Jackson continues to uplift others and exemplify leadership, integrity, and excellence.

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Class of 2012 Honorees LEGACY HONOREE AARON A. WALTON HONOREES LOUIS T. ALEXANDER LARRY D. ANDERSON SR. DAVID J. ATKINS KEVIN BOLDING TYYRONE BROOKS ARCHIE L. BROWN COACH WILLIAM BROWN TONY BYERS PHD WILLIAM M. CARTER JR. JONAS CHANEY CHARLES COOK FREDERICK B. CRAWFORD WAVERLY DUCK ERVIN DYER ERIC EWELL BISHOP JOSEPH L. GARLINGTON SR. PHD JUAN GARRETT PASTOR GREGORY GREENE STEVEN GRIFFIN STANLEY HOLBROOK CDR. ERIC HOLMES RODNEY K. HOPSON PHD ELLIOT HOWSIE, ESQ. CALVIN L. JACKSON JR. BRANDON R. JENNINGS VINCENT O. JOHNSON CHIEF CHARLES R. JONES JR. FREDRICK O. KENDRICK PHD JOHN R. LAYMON JR. REV. DR. LAMAR D. LEE JR. BRACE S. LOWE FREDERICK A MASSEY JR. DARREN MCCORMICK JESSE JAMES MCLEAN JR. LINWOOD MITCHELL LARRY C. PICKETT CHARLES M. POWELL SR. JULIUS LEE REDD FREDERICK REDMOND LARRY S. SMEDLEY HARVEY JAMES SMITH JR. KERRY A STITH WILL THOMPKINS DR. ROBERT L. THOMPSON DR. MORRIS E. TURNER EUSTACE UKU CHRISTOPHAS WALKER RICARDO J. WILLIAMS DAVID A. YOUNG

DS KINSEL

Co-Founder/Artistic Director BOOM Concepts DS Kinsel is an award-winning multidisciplinary artist, cultural producer, and creative entrepreneur based in Pittsburgh. His practice spans painting, printmaking, collage, installation, curation, performance and public art, often engaging themes of space-keeping, urban tradition, hip-hop culture, informalism, and cultural re-appropriation. Through a joy-driven and agitational lens, Kinsel’s work challenges conventional narratives on Black existence and amplifies Black experiences across genres. A dynamic collaborator and leader, Kinsel has partnered with institutions including the Carnegie Museum of Art, the Andy Warhol Museum, Westmoreland Museum of American Art, Pittsburgh Cultural Trust, Shiftworks, Carnegie Library, Children’s Museum of Pittsburgh, and Contemporary Craft. Kinsel’s own work and curatorial approach combines visual language with social commentary, exploring identity, memory, and ritual through both analog and digital experiences. Kinsel most recently held solo exhibitions of his work at the August Wilson Center for African American Culture and the Jamestown Art Center in Rhde Island.

Kinsel is a former AmeriCorps Public Ally and a recipient of the New Pittsburgh Courier Fab 40 Under 40, Pittsburgh Magazine’s 40 Under 40, Pittsburgh Tech Council Creative of the Year, the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette’s “Top Ten People to Meet in 2016,” and The Incline’s “Who’s Next” for 2018. Kinsel has served on the boards of the Pittsburgh Center for Creative Reuse, PearlArts, Black Transformative Arts Network, and Shady Lane School, and currently serves on the advisory board of Artists

Communities Alliance.

Kinsel is also the co-founder of BOOM Concepts, a creative hub operating in partnership with the Bloomfield-Garfield Corporation. BOOM Concepts is dedicated to advancing the careers of artists and entrepreneurs across disciplines. Since its founding in 2014, the Pittsburgh-based organization has curated more than 50 exhibitions, paid over $500,000 in artist fees, and produced more than 250 events nationwide. It serves as a space for field building, knowledge sharing, mentorship, and storytelling, continually challenging and uplifting the creative community. BOOM Concepts was selected as a partner representing the Greater Pittsburgh region on Google Arts & Culture and was recognized as one of Pittsburgh’s Cultural Treasures through The Heinz Endowments and the Ford Foundation.

MARTY LANGFORD

President, West Side Mustangs Youth Athletic Association; Owner, 412 Entertainment Martin “Marty” Langford is a well-known resident of Pittsburgh.

A founder and owner of multiple businesses in the city. A graduate and standout athlete of Langley High School, who went on to earn a basketball scholarship to Eastern Utah University.

412 Entertainment was his first business venture, founded in 2014 and is a company centered on bringing entertainment to the City of Pittsburgh and surrounding areas. It’s most well-known for bringing Cardi B to the city nearly 10 years ago.

CDL Properties was founded in 2017. You can find the rental properties in the McKees Rocks and the West End areas.

In 2026, Langford helped spearhead a new business development in the city, Care Nest Home Health Care Agency, in which he’s the Director of Marketing.

Langford’s biggest contribution to the city is his role as President of the Westside Mustangs Youth Athletic Association. He has been a part of youth athletics and development in the West End communi-

ty since 1997 as a coach and board member.

In 2017 he helped to found and start the Westside Mustangs Youth

Athletic Association and Mentoring program. The program has grown from 80 youth in its inaugural season to now being an organization made up of 240 youth. Through this program he has helped many student athletes go on to the next level of their athletic and academic careers. The program continues to grow yearly with more and more youth who apply to the program.

There is not only a demand, but a need for this program in the West End. By being so integrated with the community, he is able to create a lasting impact on all the youth that he encounters.

In 2019, Langford was the recipient of a proclamation from the City of Pittsburgh for all of his community efforts. August 27 is “Marty Langford Day” in the City of Pittsburgh.

Langford is also on the providers board for Langley’s K-8 community school.

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Class of 2011 Honorees LEGACY HONOREE ERIC W. SPRINGER ESQ. HONOREES KENNY BLAKE MEL BLOUNT SCOTT L. BROWN MARIO C. BROWNE KIRK M. BRUCE CARLOS T. CARTER FRANK G. CHESTER GREGORY JAMES COLLIER SR. JAMAAL CRAIG CHARLES T. CURRY PHD LEE DAVIS FREDERICK DOUGLAS SR. BARON ‘B.B.’ FLENORY JOHN L. FORD SR. AARON GIBSON KEVIN GIBSON, MD REV. GLENN G. GRAYSON SR. EDWARD J. GREENE L. C. GREENWOOD UHURU HOTEP ED.D. ROGER HUMPHRIES KENNETH L. HUSTON CHRIS IVEY STEFFAN R. JOHNSON THEODORE W. JOHNSON HERBERT V.R.P. JONES PHD JOSEPH J. KENNEDY IV ANDREW M. LEE ALBERT MERRITT TY MILLER KENNETH J. NESBIT SAIHOU OMAR NJIE PAULO NZAMBI GRADY ROBERTS JR. PHD ANTHONY G. ROBINS PHD ROBERT ‘ROCK’ ROBINSON HON. WILLIAM RUSSELL ROBINSON HOWARD A. RUSSELL JR. PASTOR TIM SMITH MARK CLAYTON SOUTHERS RICHARD W. TAYLOR ESQ. JOE WILLIAM TROTTER JR. DWAN B. WALKER KEVIN WATSON GEORGE A. WEBB SR. CHARLES WHITE JOHN WILSON III RICHARD WITHERSPOON JASIRI X IN MEMORIAM JOHN ADAMS DAVE EPPERSON ARMON GILLIAM EL GRAY NATE SMITH

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ness School and earned a degree in Travel and Hospitality Management. Lohard saw it as an opportunity to broaden his horizons and experience life beyond Youngstown.

In 1994, Lothard relocated to Pittsburgh and has proudly called the city home ever since.

Lothard became a member of Macedonia Church of Pittsburgh, where he was introduced to theater being cast in a lead role in his first production, “The Prodigal Daughter.” Lothard went on to write, teach, direct, and serve as head of the church’s Drama Ministry, further deepening his commitment to using the arts as a tool for inspiration and community impact.

Seeking to expand his knowledge and skills, Lothard connected with Kim El, who introduced him to Pittsburgh Playwrights Theatre Company, founded by Mark Clayton Southers. After performing a monologue from August Wilson’s acclaimed play “Fences,” Lothard earned a role in a theater festival production and began a lasting relationship with the company.

Above all, he remains committed to his faith, his community, and encouraging others to pursue their God-given purpose. His personal philosophy is simple: Put God first, chase your dreams, shoot your shot.

Host, KDKA Radio (100.1 FM, 1020 AM); Author Lenny McAllister, a Pittsburgh native, has spent decades working in both state and national arenas shaping public policy and strengthening civic life. He is the author of the August 2026 book, “A Venn Diagram of One: An American Story,” a book described by the great-great-greatgrandson of Frederick Douglass and the great-great-grandson of Booker T. Washington as, “…a clear-eyed reflection on citizenship, responsibility, and independent thought in an age of division. In keeping with a tradition Frederick Douglass championed, Lenny challenges us not merely to choose sides but to choose principles.”

McAllister is also a Senior Fellow at leading think tanks. He has appeared on CNN, MSNBC, NPR, TV One with Roland Martin and BET with Ed Gordon over the span of three decades. The Davidson College graduate has been featured in national and international outlets including USA Today, the Chicago Defender, AOL Black Voices, Newsone, and The Root. He was named to the Top 40 Under 40 by the Chicago Defender and The Root 100 along with Pittsburgh native Damon Young in 2016. He’s been featured at the State of the Black Union, Pennsylvania Leadership Conference, and the Essence Music Festival in New

Orleans. He served as a special advisor to former RNC Chair Michael Steele, Rainbow PUSH Excel founder the late Rev. Jesse Jackson Sr., and former Roots senior advisor and Chicago State University president Wayne Watson. He served as CEO of the Pennsylvania Coalition of Public Charter Schools and taught African American history as an adjunct professor at LaRoche University.

Married to his college sweetheart Lannie for 24 years, McAllister is the father of five children (including one son-inlaw) and a doting grandfather to a baby girl and baby boy.

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Samual S. Lothard was born in Youngstown, Ohio, and is the proud son of Dr. Bishop Alice R. Parkman and Harold Lothard. From an early age, Lothard dreamed of working on television and film. Growing up in Youngstown, however, he found limited opportunities to pursue those aspirations.

After graduating from high school, Lothard chose higher education, where he enrolled in Sawyer Busi-

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Class of 2010 Honorees LEGACY HONOREES WENDELL G. FREELAND ESQ. ROBERT L. PITTS ROBERT R. LAVELLE (POSTHUMOUSLY) HONOREES CURTIS AIKEN KEVIN AMOS JAMES J. BARNES ESQ. JOHN BETTIS III T. RASHAD BYRDSONG KEVIN W. CAMERON ANDREW CHEESEBORO JOHN J. CLARK RYAN CLARK ROBIN COLE CLARENCE F. CURRY ERIC DICKERSON THOMAS W. DOUGLAS DARNELL DREWERY DR. STEVEN EVANS CARLO ANTON FONTENOT EDWARD GAINEY LOUIS M. GOMEZ HAROLD HAYES TERRANCE HAYES NEDDIE C. HOLLIS MSW, LCSW SHELDON L. INGRAM REED D. KIMBROUGH ELIE KIHONIA ROBERT KINDRED R. DANIEL LAVELLE REV. DR. LORAN E. MANN ALEX MATTHEWS DWIGHT MAYO A. FULTON MEACHEM JR. MAX F. MILLER THOMAS A. MOTLEY TONY NORMAN LEON D. PAMPHILE PHD DARREN K. PARR ESQ. ALAN D. PERRY JAMES L. RICE VICTOR A. ROQUE WILLIAM T. SIMMON ESQ. WINSTON M. SIMMONDS TERRY M. SMITH LYNN SWANN JOHN TATE FRANK L. TORBERT JR. JOHN M. WALLACE JR. PHD LOUIS E. WALLER III ROB WILSON

THOMAS MCCLELLAN

Accounting Specialist Penn Hills Charter School of Entrepreneurship Thomas McClellan grew up in the Garfield neighborhood of Pittsburgh and graduated from Peabody High School. After high school, he attended Indiana University of Pennsylvania, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Accounting.

Upon graduating, McClellan began his career as a Financial Analyst at BNY Mellon in the Asset Servicing Department.

After BNY Mellon, he worked as a consultant for organizations including Allegheny Health Network, Gateway Health Plan, and Duolingo, providing financial services in accounts payable, accounts receivable, and financial management.

Those experiences led him to a position as a Senior Accountant with the Pittsburgh Parking Authority.

Today, McClelland serves as an Accounting Specialist at the Penn Hills Charter School of Entrepreneurship (PHCSE), where he supports the organization’s financial and operational functions. McClelland’s responsibilities include budgeting, accounts payable and receivable, grant management, purchasing, financial reporting, compliance, and other operational initiatives that help ensure the school runs efficiently. This role allows him to combine his accounting expertise with his passion for serving students, families, and the community through education. McClelland also supports the planning and financial operations of Dominus High School, helping develop the systems and infrastructure needed to prepare for its future opening.

McClelland is currently pursuing his Master of Business Administration at Point Park University. His goal is to continue growing as a leader who can make a meaningful impact in education, nonprofit organizations, and the communities he serves.

ANTHONY MITCHELL JR.

Special Education Teacher/Behavioral & Conflict Specialist LIFE Male STEAM Academy Anthony Mitchell Jr is an educator, behavioral specialist, cultural advocate, and emerging educational leader whose work bridges education, conflict resolution, youth development, and community engagement.

For more than 15 years, he has dedicated his career to empowering young people, strengthening families, and

McClelland’s passion for making a difference in the community ultimately led him back to where he grew up through the Garfield Gators youth football organization. McClelland currently coaches 7- and 8-year-old athletes, but the mission extends far beyond football. McClelland strives to help boys become respectful, responsible, and confident young men by teaching discipline, accountability, teamwork, and leadership. That mission is deeply personal to McClelland because the Garfield Gators played a significant role in shaping the man he is today. Being able to give back to the next generation and positively impact the lives of young people is one of the most rewarding aspects of McClellan’s life.

creating equitable learning environments where all students can succeed.

Currently serving as a Special Education Teacher and Behavioral Specialist, Mitchell is recognized for his ability to support students with diverse academic, behavioral, and social-emotional needs.

Mitchell earned a Master of Arts in Conflict Analysis and Resolution from PennWest University. He is currently pursuing a Doctor of Education degree, where his research focuses on culturally responsive leadership and the integration of conflict resolution, behavioral supports, and equity-centered practices to improve outcomes for students in K–12 schools.

Beyond the classroom, Mitchell has established himself as a respected advocate for African cultural arts and heritage. An active member of Pittsburgh’s African performing arts community, he was among the first generation of African American youth in the region to formally study and perform traditional African music and dance. His lifelong commitment to cultural preservation and education has helped strengthen connections between African traditions and contemporary community life, inspiring young people to embrace their identity, history, and cultural roots.

Mitchell is also the founder of “Roots to Resolution,” an initiative that combines conflict resolution, restorative practices, leadership development, and cultural awareness to support youth, educators, and community organizations.

As a father, husband, scholar, educator, and community servant, Mitchell embodies a commitment to leadership through service.

Through his contributions to education, cultural preservation, and youth development, Mitchell continues to make a lasting impact on the lives of young people and families throughout the region while helping shape a more inclusive and promising future for generations to come.

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Class of 2009 Honorees RICHARD ADAMS DAVID ALLEN ROBERT ALLEN JR. TODD ALLEN DAVID ANDERSON ERIC ANDERSON JEFFREY ANDERSON TONY ATWATER RANDALL BACON JOSEPH BAILEY SR. PASTOR JASON BARR JR. WILLIAM BATES ROBERT BOULWARE RANDOLPH BROCKINGTON RUSSELL BYNUM FLOYD CEPHAS RODERICK CRAIGHEAD REX CRAWLEY DR. REV. WILLIAM CURTIS EVAN FRAZIER RICHARD GARLAND WILLIAM GENERETT JR. SEAN GIBSON CHARLES GLADNEY LAURENCE GLASCO REV. MARCUS HARVEY WILLIAM HAWTHORNE DAVID HOPKINS DAVIE HUDDLESTON RONALD HUNT MICHAEL JASPER JAMES JOHNSON JR. RODNEY JONES ERIC KELLY (Posthumous) MARK LEWIS MARC LITTLE WILLIAM NEAL SR. EDMUND NELSON RONALD PORTER REP. JOSEPH PRESTON JR. MILTON RAIFORD RAMON RUSTIN CHARLES SANDERS LUTHER SEWELL HOWARD SLAUGHTER JR. WALTER SMITH JR. DEE THOMPSON IRVIN WILLIAMS OSCAR WORTHY JUDGE JOSEPH WILLIAMS III

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RAYMOND MOORE

Education & Outreach Coordinator Fair Housing Partnership of Greater Pittsburgh Raymond Moore was born in Homewood, raised in Wilkinsburg and considers himself a native of both communities.

After giving his life to Christ at a young age, Moore, along with his parents and brothers, became members of Bethany Baptist Church, an institution that had a large impact on his life and continues to this day as he continues in his walk with the Lord. Moore graduated from Wilkinsburg High School where he ran cross country and was a member of the track team.

Moore then earned his Bachelor of Arts degree in French with minors in Business, Chemistry and Biology at the University of Pittsburgh Moore began his career in banking and finance; first with a job as a mutual funds sales representative for Federated Investors while completing his senior year at the University of Pittsburgh and eventually making his way to PNC Bank where he was eventually the business banker for Pittsburgh’s East End neighborhoods.

Next, Moore joined the Fair Housing Partnership of Greater Pittsburgh as the Education & Outreach Coordinator.

In this role, Moore has been educating both clients and property owners on Fair Housing law at both the federal, state and local levels. This position has also al-

lowed him to advocate on behalf of both renters and homebuyers who feel they have been discriminated against. Moore has been in this role for over a decade.

Moore currently resides in Wilkins Township with his amazing wife of 27 years, Lauren Ghaznavi-Moore. Their two sons, Donovan (26) and Gavin (23) have left the family home leaving Raymond and Lauren as empty-nesters.

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SAM MORANT JR.

Co-Founder/Director of Programming, 1Nation Mentoring; CyberBus Director, Boys & Girls Club of Western Pennsylvania Raised in Pittsburgh’s Lincoln-Lemington neighborhood, Sam Morant Jr. has always felt a deep responsibility to give back to the city that raised him. A graduate of Schenley High School, he went on to play football at Slippery Rock University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree and found his true calling in mentoring and working with young people.

Early in his career, Morant was selected as a Heinz Fellow through The Heinz Endowments. The program, designed to bring more African American men into teaching roles in Pittsburgh Public Schools, deepened his commitment to education, leadership, and creating real opportunities for youth.

In 2015, he co-founded 1Nation Mentoring, where he continues to serve as Director of Programming. He has helped build mentoring and youth development programs that have supported hundreds of young people and families across Western Pennsylvania.

Today, Morant also serves as Director of the CyberBus for the Boys & Girls Clubs of Western Pennsylvania, in partnership with The Bus Stops Here Foundation. The CyberBus brings technology, STEAM education, digital literacy, career exploration, and mentorship directly into neighborhoods— giving kids hands-on experiences and ac-

cess they might not get otherwise.

At the heart of everything Morant does is a simple belief: every young person deserves someone who truly believes in them and is willing to invest in their future.

Outside of work, Morant is a devoted husband to his wife, Lauran, and a proud father to their four children: Jeydan, Laiah, Kamiah, and Ace. Family is everything to him, and it’s what continues to fuel his passion for lifting up the next generation.

Morant is deeply honored to be named a New Pittsburgh Courier “Men of Excellence” recipient and is fully committed to serving the city he’s proud to call home.

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Class of 2008 Honorees ROBERT O. AGBEDE TY ALEXANDER DR. CHRISTOPHER ALLEN MALIK BANKSTON NEAL A. BARCLAY SAMUEL W. BLACK MARK A. BRENTLEY SR. OLIVER W. BYRD F. DAVID COLEMAN TERRY COLLIER DR. LARRY E. DAVIS RILEY DAVIS JAMES C. DIGGS DWAYNE DOLPHIN EDMUND D. EFFORT, DDS CHIEF NATHAN HARPER FRANCO HARRIS LEON HAYNES III ROBERT HILL DR. ALEXANDER JOHNSON TIMOTHY H. JOHNSON CLYDE B. JONES III ROBERT D. JONES REV. DR. HAROLD T. LEWIS JERRY LOPES GLENN MAHONE, ESQ. ERIC K. MANN GEORGE L. MILES JR. CHRISTOPHER T. MOORE THADDEUS MOSLEY ALEXANDER NICHOLS JR. SYLVESTER PACE THEODORE ROBERTS JR. VINCE SIMS CHAUNCEY W. SMITH GREGORY R. SPENCER KENNETH SPRUILL SAMUEL J. STEPHENSON TIM STEVENS ANDREW STOCKEY WILLIAM STRICKLAND MIKE TOMLIN SALA UDIN JW WALLACE AARON A. WALTON DeWITT WALTON ALONZO W. WEBB JR. DWIGHT WHITE (POSTHUMOUSLY) JOHN M. WILDS JUDGE DWAYNE D. WOODRUFF

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CALVIN ‘COACH CAL’ MURPHY

Director of Community Violence Prevention, Intervention and Culture Center for Victims Calvin “Coach Cal” Murphy is the Director of Community Violence, Prevention, Intervention and Community Culture at the Center for Victims in Pittsburgh. It is a role that reflects both the breadth of his expertise and the depth of his commitment to the communities he serves. With more than 20 years of experience spanning youth development, violence intervention, violence prevention, trauma-informed care, and education, Coach Cal has dedicated his life to breaking cycles of harm and building pathways toward healing, accountability and resilience.

At the Center for Victims, Coach Cal leads the design and execution of violence prevention and outreach strategies, overseeing a team of Community Outreach and Intervention Specialists. He coordinates crisis response, triage, and aftercare services for youth, families, and communities affected by violence—bridging the gap between immediate need and long-term recovery. His approach is rooted in trauma-informed prac-

SYLVESTER OMEJE President & CEO, AYAG, LLC; Founder, TAARi Diaspora Media

Sylvester Omeje is a technology entrepreneur, community leader, cultural advocate, and media professional whose work spans information technology, economic empowerment, cultural preservation and community development.

As President and CEO of AYAG LLC, a Pittsburgh-based managed IT services company, Omeje provides technology solutions that help organizations improve operational efficiency, cybersecurity readiness, and digital transformation. His professional background includes information technology infrastructure, network operations, data center support, and cybersecurity, with a commitment to leveraging technology as a tool for growth and opportunity.

EMEKA ONWUGBENU Owner & CEO E Properties & Development

Emeka Onwugbenu is the visionary Founder and CEO of E Properties and Development, a privately held real estate development and management company specializing in mixeduse, multi-family, office, and educational facilities. With a keen eye for transformative projects, Onwugbenu has spearheaded the completion of multimillion-dollar developments, positioning the company as a leader in innovative real estate solutions.

Since founding E Properties and Development in 2012, he has grown the company’s portfolio to over $60 million in assets, encompassing 300,000 square feet of commercial real estate

tice, encompassing crisis counseling, conflict coaching, and facilitated group sessions that address both the emotional and systemic dimensions of community harm.

Coach Cal’s passion for community extends beyond his professional work. He served as a Board Member for Voices Against Violence in Pittsburgh South and has been recognized by several organizations, including the Vision Towards Peace’s “Passion Meets The Road” Award, “Peace It Together” honoree presented by the Center for Victims, and more recently the “Behind the Scenes MVP” presented by Allegheny County Community Violence Reduction Initiative. His faith grounds his work and gives him a sense of purpose. His family remains at the center of who he is.

Coach Cal is not simply a leader in violence prevention, he is a living example of what it looks like to answer a calling with consistency, courage, and care.

Beyond his professional accomplishments, Omeje has established a distinguished record of community leadership and service throughout the African diaspora community in the U.S. He served as Vice President of the Union of African Communities in South Western Pennsylvania (UACSWPA) from 2014 to 2022, helping to strengthen community engagement, cultural collaboration, advocacy efforts, and programs that support African immigrants and their families. He currently serves on the Board of Trustees of UACSWPA and contributes his experience and leadership to advancing the organization’s mission.

Omeje also serves on the Advisory Board of the Igala Association USA and supports several other culturally-focused nonprofit organizations across the U.S., providing guidance on community development, cultural preservation, organizational growth and strategic initiatives.

As the founder of TAARi Diaspora Media, Omeje is dedicated to amplifying African and diaspora voices, celebrating cultural excel-

lence, and sharing stories of achievement, innovation and community impact.

and over 100 apartments. He oversees all aspects of the company’s operations, including property acquisition, financing, construction, and corporate strategy, ensuring exceptional performance across residential, commercial,

and educational projects.

In addition, Onwugbenu is the Founder and CEO of The School Builders, a boutique real estate development firm dedicated to designing and managing state-of-the-art educational facilities that empower communities.

Onwugbenu serves on the Board of Directors of Jubilee Association, a nonprofit providing meals to those in need 365 days a year, and the Union of African Communities, an organization fostering unity and empowerment for Africans in Southwestern Pennsylvania.

Onwugbenu holds a Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering with a minor in Entrepreneurship from Penn State University, and an MBA from the prestigious Carnegie Mellon Tepper School of Business. His blend of technical expertise and entrepreneurial spirit drives his passion for creating impactful, sustainable developments.

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JOHN PARKER SR.

Team Leader/Violence Interrupter South Pittsburgh Coalition for Peace/CURE Violence John Parker Sr., 48, is a dedicated community leader, violence prevention specialist, mentor and advocate for positive change in Pittsburgh’s South Hilltop communities. He currently serves with the South Pittsburgh Coalition for Peace as a Violence Prevention Specialist for CURE Global, where he works to reduce violence, connect high-risk individuals with resources, and strengthen community safety.

A lifelong resident of the South Hilltop, Parker is committed to personal growth and community service. Parker is a graduate of Steel Smiling and is certified in Youth and Adult Mental Health First Aid. He currently serves as President of St. Clair Village, where he coordinates annual community events such as Community Day, reunions, and Youth Day, helping bring residents together and strengthen neighborhood connections.

Parker is also the founder of Youth Driven Charities, a nonprofit organization he established with close friends to support local families and young people. Through the organization, he leads annual toy drives, coat drives, turkey distributions, and youth-centered community events that provide support and encouragement to those in need.

A passionate mentor and coach, Parker volunteers as head coach of the Hazelwood Cobras Twerp football team for children ages 5-7. In addition, Parker created the Peacekeeper Award initiative at Carrick High School, recognizing students and staff who help prevent conflicts and promote peaceful solutions.

Award recipients receive public recognition and are celebrated by their peers for their positive impact.

Since 2008, Parker has been actively involved in Community Violence Intervention (CVI) and Group Violence Intervention (GVI) efforts. Since 2021, his work has been funded through South Pittsburgh Coalition for Peace, allowing him to expand his impact throughout the community. He mentors emerging

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MICHAEL L. PATTILLO

Owner Michael’s Manna, LLC DBA and Michael’s Table PGH/MaestroChef’s Products

Michael L. Pattillo is a Pittsburgh native, a faithful husband, and father to three boys. He serves as the Minister of Music at Victory Temple Original Church of God where he also functions as a Minister of the gospel of Christ, on the Men’s Ministry, as youth leader, and the leader of the audio-visual department, among other duties.

He also serves on the district level of the Original Church of God as the Minister of Music and Sunday School teacher, on the national level as the Assistant Minister of Music and as the Vice President of the Holiness Young People’s Union Congress (H.Y.P.U.), the national youth group.

Patillo is the Owner and Founder of Michael’s Manna, LLC DBA Michael’s Table PGH/MaestroChef’s Products. Michael’s Manna is a multi-faceted food service business providing private chef, catering, consulting, food safety training, as well as providing a Le Cordon Bleu curated spice line.

Patillo loves to spend his time mentoring youth and other entrepreneurs that are just starting out. He has a heart to- serves as a child of God honoring His wards helping youth develop and realize presence because above all, souls are at their true potential. Helping young peo- stake. ple upgrade their perspective is a true leaders across the South Hilltop and passion of his. Most importantly, Patillo previously served as a supervisor for the Young Leaders of Allegheny County program at Cities United Convening in Louisville.

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CUE PERRY tions such as the Carnegie Library, Amachi Pittsburgh, and the Boy Scouts of America, Perry has inspired thousands of students and community members to discover their own creative voices. He also partnered with Millie’s Ice Cream to create “Black Out Brownie,” a specialty flavor that helped raise thousands of dollars for social justice initiatives in Pittsburgh.

Perry approaches every project with the belief that art has the power to educate, heal and connect communities through meaningful visual storytelling.

CHRISTOPHER RALPH

Executive Director, West End Boxing Academy at Langley; Violence Prevention Outreach Worker, R.E.A.C.H. Christopher Ralph is the Executive Director and Head Boxing Coach of West End Boxing Academy, a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering youth and strengthening communities through mentorship, discipline and service. He also serves as an Outreach Worker with R.E.A.C.H. in Pittsburgh’s Zone 6, working throughout the West End and Sheraden communities to interrupt cycles of violence, build trust and connect individuals with resources that promote safer, healthier neighborhoods.

Introduced to the sport of boxing at the age of 14, Ralph comes from a family where boxing was more than a sport— it was a tradition. Under the guidance and encouragement of his uncle, Bar-

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RAMONE LEE PIERCE

Visual Artist

Quentin “Cue” Perry is a Pittsburgh-based, self-taught, award-winning visual artist, muralist, arts educator and community architect whose work explores identity, culture, human connection and the stories that unite us.

Known for his vibrant use of color and emotionally driven storytelling, Perry has sold nearly 6,000 original paintings to collectors around the world and has completed public art projects, murals and commissions for organizations ranging from community nonprofits to major corporations. His clients and collaborators have included Citizens Bank, PNC Bank, Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh, WQED-TV, and others.

Perry studied Graphic Design at the University of Pittsburgh before continuing his studies in Education at Clarion University. An Eagle Scout with more than 20 years of involvement in Scouting, he has long been committed to service, leadership, and empowering young people through creativity and community engagement.

His contributions to Pittsburgh’s arts and culture sector have earned him recognition as one of the city’s cultural treasures through the Pittsburgh Cultural Treasures Initiative (PCTI).

Through partnerships with organiza-

ry, he developed into a multiple Golden Gloves Champion and ultimately earned the title of Regional Champion.

In 2017, Ralph founded West End Boxing Academy at Langley K-8 School with a vision of creating a safe haven for young people. His mission extends far beyond the boxing ring. Through structured training, mentorship, and positive relationships, he teaches life skills such as self-discipline, respect, perseverance, accountability, physical wellness and mental resilience.

Ralph believes that boxing is a tool for developing champions—not only in competition, but in life.

Since joining the R.E.A.C.H. initiative in 2021, Ralph has expanded his impact by working directly within the community to prevent violence, mentor youth, and foster meaningful relationships that inspire hope and opportunity. His passion for community engagement reflects his belief that lasting change begins by investing in people and empowering them to recognize their own potential.

Ralph credits his success and commitment to service to the unwavering support of his beautiful wife, children, and family.

Above all, he gives thanks to his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, whose guidance and grace continue to inspire his life’s work.

Owner Bonez Barbershop, Bonez Barbershop 2 and Bonez Barber Academy Ramone Pierce is a respected entrepreneur, educator and community leader whose work has transformed lives across the Greater Pittsburgh area. As the owner of Bonez Barbershop, Bonez Barbershop II, and Bonez Barber Academy—a premier barber school in Pittsburgh— Pierce has built more than a successful business. He has created a launchpad for aspiring barbers to find purpose, stability, and a profession they can call their own.

At the heart of Pierce’s mission is mentorship. As the lead instructor at Bonez Barber Academy, he personally guides students through every stage of their training. He develops apprenticeship opportunities, prepares his students for state board exams, and equips them with the technical skill and professional confidence to succeed.

Pierce is especially committed to creating low-barrier opportunities for people who are often overlooked. Through partnerships that provide access to training and scholarships, he extends a hand to those leaving incarceration or coming from non-traditional backgrounds.

His generosity reaches far beyond the chair. Every month, Pierce offers free

haircuts at Second Avenue Commons, restoring dignity and confidence to people experiencing homelessness. He remains a steadfast supporter of the South Side community where his journey began.

Above all, Pierce leads with integrity. A devoted husband and father, he models the values of hard work, compassion and service in every part of his life. Pierce is a true example of excellence—lifting others up while building a lasting legacy in Pittsburgh.

PASTOR JONATHAN H. ROBINSON Pastor Kingdom Come Ministries

Jonathan Robinson is a lifelong resident of Clairton and the Founder and Pastor of Kingdom Come Ministries, an urban church he has faithfully led for 25 years. With humility and compassion, he has dedicated his life to preaching the Gospel of Jesus Christ and serving people both inside and outside the church.

Before founding Kingdom Come Ministries, Pastor Robinson served as an ordained Elder at Trinity Church of God in Christ under Bishop James Foster and later as an ordained Youth Pastor at The Lord’s Church of Pittsburgh under Pastor Archie L. Dennis Jr. He also worked for more than 40 years at U.S. Steel Clairton Works before retiring to devote himself to ministry full-time.

Pastor Robinson has a deep passion for mentoring young people. For 17 years, he coached Little League football for boys ages 5 to 7, teaching teamwork, discipline, sportsmanship and life lessons that extended far beyond the field. Affectionately known as “Coach Jon,” he left a lasting impact on countless children and their families.

A gifted storyteller and passionate evangelist, Pastor Robinson wrote and directed the award-winning stage play “What in Hell Do You Want?” Performed throughout the region and in Harlem, the production inspired many to reflect on their relationship with Jesus Christ and the importance of eternity.

Committed to serving his community, Pas-

tor Robinson is a member of the Clairton School Board and has volunteered as a Violence Interrupter/Credible Messenger within the Clairton School District, encouraging students to make positive choices and build brighter futures.

Pastor Robinson has been married over 44 years to Prophetess Sharon Robinson. Together, they have raised two adult children and are blessed with one grandson and one great-grandson. His life is marked by unwavering faith, integrity, and steadfast service to God, his family, and his community.

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RICO DELOREAN RUCKER

Founder & President, PGH SK8 Collaborative; Founder & President, RR Elite Services Rico Delorean Rucker is a visionary leader, entrepreneur and mentor dedicated to community revitalization and youth empowerment in Pittsburgh. As the Founder and President of the Pittsburgh SK8 Collaborative and the Pittsburgh

SK8 School Program at the Homewood YMCA, he utilizes roller skating as a vehicle for teaching discipline, resilience and accountability to youth and adults alike.

His commitment to providing safe, uplifting environments has fostered healthy relationships and self-esteem within the community.

Rucker’s professional excellence is marked by over 20 years as the owner of RR Elite Services, a successful cleaning company with city and county contracts, and the founder of RR Elite Studios, a 4,000-square-foot creative hub designed to foster innovation and economic opportunity. He further demonstrated his leader-

ship by launching The Original “Homewood Island,” a transformative festival that attracted thousands to celebrate culture and commerce in a historically overlooked neighborhood.

Driven by a spirit of service, Rucker advocates for community ownership through his “Buy Back the Block” initiative, which focuses on restoring the historic Pittsburgh Coliseum and Salem’s Market in the Hill District as a center for wellness and recreation called the PGHSK8 Community Sports & Wellness Center.

Rucker remains a cornerstone of support and a catalyst for positive change in the Pittsburgh area and a game-changer.

DUEY SAXTON

Warehouse and Logistics Manager Sylvan Bio Inc. For more than 18 years, Irvin Ruffin Jr. has proudly called the outskirts of Pittsburgh home.

Throughout that time, he built both a rewarding career and a fulfilling family life centered on responsibility, compassion and service to those he cares

about.

Professionally, Ruffin serves as the Warehouse and Logistics Manager for a bio facility in Kittanning, where he oversees daily operations, inventory management, and logistics to ensure everything runs efficiently. Ruffin enjoys the challenges of coordinating complex operations and takes pride in contributing to the success of my organization.

His greatest accomplishments, however, have come outside of work.

During the latter part of the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020, Ruffin and his wife opened their home to his niece, who was 5 years

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old, and his nephew, who was 16. Since then, Ruffin’s nephew has grown into adulthood and moved out at the age of 22, while his niece was joyfully reunited with her parents at the age of 11.

In 2022, the family responsibilities expanded once again when Ruffin’s aging parents required more consistent care. His father, now 90, and his mother, 85, moved into the mother-in-law suite in his home. Since then, Ruffin has been committed to helping meet their daily needs.

Whether managing operations at work or caring for loved ones at home, Ruffin strives to lead with integrity, compassion, and dedication.

MOHAMED SEEDAHMED, MD, MPH

Owner, Ketchup Socials; Founder, Lamar Clan

Duey Saxton is a Jamaican-born entrepreneur, motivational speaker, business strategist and community leader whose journey is a testament to the power of vision, resilience, and purpose.

At just 19 years old, Saxton immigrated from Jamaica to the United States in 1996 in pursuit of greater opportunities.

It didn’t take long for him to realize that entrepreneurship—not traditional employment—was his true calling. Together with his family, he co-founded Lamar Clan, an entrepreneurial group that

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has launched businesses across retail, communications, entertainment, transportation, marketing, and international commerce.

His desire to inspire others also gave birth to DueyDaily, a platform that delivers daily motivational messages encouraging people to dream bigger, overcome adversity, and live intentionally.

Today, Saxton is the co-founder of Ketchup Socials, a creative marketing agency dedicated to helping businesses and entrepreneurs stand out through innovative,

Assistant Professor of Medicine—Division of Pulmonary, Allergy, Critical Care & Sleep Medicine, University of Pittsburgh; Staff Physician and Researcher, VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System

outside-the-box branding strategies. Through Lamar Clan’s continued expansion in Jamaica, he has also helped develop businesses in vehicle importing, transportation, rental services and real estate.

Whether building businesses or building people, Saxton has remained committed to creating opportunities and making a lasting impact.

Dr. Mohamed Seedahmed is an Assistant Professor of Medicine in the Division of Pulmonary, Allergy, Critical Care, and Sleep Medicine at the University of Pittsburgh and a staff physician at the VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System (VAPHS). He also serves as a core investigator at the Center for Health Equity Research and Promotion (CHERP). In addition, he is a faculty member at the Dorothy P. and Richard P. Simmons Center for Interstitial Lung Disease at UPMC.

Dr. Seedahmed completed his undergraduate medical training at the University of Khartoum. He then completed his Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine fellowship at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF).

Following his passion for research, he earned his master’s degree in public health with a focus on applied epidemiology from Emory University and completed a Clinical Research Informatics Postdoctoral Fellowship at UCSF.

Through his research, he aims to inform innovative clinical care for patients with sarcoidosis and support evidence-based practices that improve clinical outcomes.

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JOHN D. THOMAS

Supervisor, Distribution Operations United States Postal Service Specialist for grades K-12. He holds an Elementary and Secondary Principal Certification, and Superintendent Letter of Eligibility from Youngstown State University.

During his career, Thomas served as an Elementary Reading and Language Arts teacher, Middle School Guidance Counselor, and Aliquippa High School Principal. Thomas was also inducted into the Beaver County Sports Hall of Fame.

He currently works part-time with the Beaver County Rehabilitation Center for adults with intellectual and cognitive challenges, and having served as Program Director for many years with the Family Life Center, he now serves as President.

His community involvement includes past board member of the Aliquippa Franklin Center, and current board member of the Church in the Round Board of Trustees.

DERRICK TURNER

Chief of Police Eastern Regional Mon Valley Police Department Chief Derrick Turner is a law enforcement executive with nearly two decades of progressive leadership experience in municipal, regional and aviation policing environments. As Chief of Police for the Eastern Regional Mon Valley Police Department, he leads a regionalized agency providing police services to East Pittsburgh, Rankin, Braddock, and North Braddock. In this role, Chief Turner oversees all aspects of departmental operations, including strategic planning, personnel management, budgeting, accreditation, and community engagement.

He played a central role in the formation and successful launch of the regional department, helping to establish a modern, collaborative model of policing focused on efficiency, accountability, and public trust.

Chief Turner’s previous experience includes key leadership roles in both Special Operations and Patrol Operations.

As a command-level officer, he directed complex, multi-jurisdictional operations, supervised specialized units, and collaborated closely with federal partners and local partners including the FBI, TSA, and DEA. His work included oversight of critical security operations at one of the nation’s busiest transportation hubs.

Chief Turner holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Criminal Justice, and is

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MARCUS DEWAYNE THOMPSON

Board President, Family Life Center; Retired Superintendent of Schools, Aliquippa School District John Thomas has over 35 years of experience in education and community service, serving in roles as Superintendent and Principal of the Aliquippa School District. He is a graduate of Aliquippa High School and attended Missouri Southern State College, graduating with a bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education, and a master’s degree in Education from the University of Pittsburgh.

He holds a certification from Duquesne University as a Counselor and Reading

a graduate of the Northwestern University School of Police Staff & Command and Executive Management Program; FBI-Law Enforcement Executive Development Association; Grand Rapids Police Leadership Institute, as well as other programs.

Chief Turner has been continually recognized for his commitment to community engagment, organizational excellence, collaborative leadership, and the advancement of modern policing practices.

Marcus DeWayne Thompson is an accomplished operations leader, mentor and community advocate with more than 25 years of experience in logistics, operations management and team leadership. For over 15 years, he has proudly served with the United States Postal Service (USPS), where he currently serves as Supervisor of Distribution Operations. In this critical leadership role, Thompson oversees more than 100 employees during overnight operations, ensuring efficiency, accountability, and the uninterrupted delivery of essen-

tial postal services.

Originally from Birmingham, Alabama, Thompson attended Stillman College, a Historically Black College (HBCU), where he studied Psychology and played collegiate football. It was shortly after this chapter of his life that he met his future wife, Dr. Aja Thompson. Together, they have built a loving family and are proud parents of four children: Andrew, Elijah, Ayrionna and Ava. This month, Marcus and Aja celebrate 20 years of marriage.

Beyond his professional achievements, Thompson is a dedicated advocate for diabetes awareness. Diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes in his late twenties, he has transformed his personal experience into a platform for service and support. Through mentoring, advocacy and fundraising efforts, including serving as a team captain for annual diabetes awareness walks, Thompson continues to inspire others through resilience, leadership and compassion.

Thompson embodies excellence in leadership, service, family and community. His impact extends far beyond the workplace, making him truly deserving of recognition as a “Man of Excellence.”

AARON WADE

Founder & Executive Director A’s Vision Aaron Wade is the Founder and Executive Director of A’s Vision, a nonprofit organization established in 2019 in honor of his late son. Driven by a passion for empowering young people, Wade created A’s Vision to provide practical life skills

that promote independence, confidence and long-term success.

The foundation of the organization is its driver’s license program, which has helped countless young adults earn their driver’s licenses, opening doors to employment and greater opportunities. In addition, A’s Vision provides financial fundamentals education, equipping participants with essential money management skills and assisting many in opening their first bank accounts.

Beyond his work through A’s Vision, Wade is actively involved in violence prevention initiatives throughout the City of Pittsburgh, collaborating with community leaders and organizations to create safer neighborhoods and positive opportunities for youth.

Raised in the Beltzhoover neighborhood, Wade remains deeply committed to giving back to the community that shaped him. He proudly serves as board member of the Beltzhoover Consensus Group, where he continues to advocate for community development, youth empowerment and neighborhood revitalization.

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SIMEON WEATHERBY JR.

Senior Acquisition Analyst, ProSource360 Consulting Services Inc.; Founder & CEO, Q-Sax Entertainment Simeon Weatherby is a distinguished public servant, accomplished entrepreneur, musician and community leader whose life reflects a steadfast commitment to excellence, service and leadership.

As a Senior Acquisition Analyst supporting the Department of Defense, he plays a vital role in advancing mission-critical initiatives through strategic acquisition planning, federal contracting expertise, and oversight of acquisition portfolios valued at more than $1 billion.

Through his work, he serves in support of the nation’s military and healthcare missions, ensuring responsible stewardship of taxpayer resources while helping deliver critical capabilities to those who

serve the U.S. Beyond his professional career, Weatherby is the founder of Q-Sax Entertainment, where his passion for music creates memorable experiences that inspire, uplift and bring people together. Through every performance, he seeks to build meaningful connections and leave a lasting, positive impact on those he serves.

Deeply committed to mentorship and community engagement, Weatherby is an active member of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Inc., where he serves as Talent Hunt Co-Chairman, helping to identify, encourage, and develop the talents of emerging young leaders and artists. He also faithfully serves as the Minister of Music at his church, leading worship through music while cultivating an atmosphere of faith, excellence and spiritual growth.

Whether serving his country, mentoring the next generation, leading in ministry, or performing through music, Weatherby exemplifies integrity, purpose and servant leadership. His unwavering commitment to faith, service, leadership and excellence continues to inspire those around him and reflects the very qualities celebrated by the “Men of Excellence” award.

VANN L. WILLIAMS

Director of Digital Workplace Operations, Wabtec Corporation; Vice President, 100 Black Men of Western PA Vann L. Williams is a seasoned technology and service delivery leader based in Pittsburgh. The youngest of five children, he was raised in the Homewood neighborhood by Edward and Frankie Williams. His early years were shaped by strong community engagement through organizations such as the Lincoln-Larmer Athletic Association, Homewood-Brushton Baseball League, Boy Scouts, and First Baptist Church of Penn Hills—experiences that instilled a lifelong commitment to service, mentorship and leadership.

After graduating from Westinghouse High

School in 1979, Williams attended business school in Florida and began his career at Central Blood Bank while pursuing Business Administration studies at Robert Morris College (now Robert Morris University).

He later joined Harbison-Walker Refractories, a division of Dresser Industries, where he built a distinguished 30-year career in Information Technology.

Williams went on to join Wabtec Corporation, where he currently serves as Director of IT Digital Workplace Operations for the Americas, supporting over 13,000 users and leading the delivery of modern, scalable technology solutions.

Deeply committed to community impact, Williams has dedicated significant time to mentoring and youth development. He has served as a mentor with United Way’s Be a Middle School Mentor program and contributed leadership on boards including YouthPlaces and the Westinghouse High School Commission of Recognition. As Vice President of 100 Black Men of Western Pennsylvania, he actively supports initiatives focused on education, economic empowerment and leadership development for underserved youth and communities.

He is a proud father of two and grandfather of three, with family, service, and community at the core of his life and legacy.

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WALTER WERE

Executive Director Everyday Community Resources Walter Were brings with him nearly 20 years of senior leadership experience working in the Health and Human Services industries. Were is currently the Executive Director at Everyday Community Resources (ECR), which has expanded from Eastern Pa. to Western Pa. and has over 150 employees. He has held prior executive leadership roles as CEO at Greater Hearts Human Services, Assistant Executive Director of Passavant Memorial Homes, and Director of Business Development at Passavant Development

Corporation.

Were has a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Liberal Studies from Excelsior University, a Master of Arts in Adult and Community Education from Indiana University of Pennsylvania and will be pursuing a Ph.D. in Business at IUP later this fall.

In the community, he volunteers as Board Member at The Provider Alliance (TPA), Board Member at Greater Pittsburgh YMCA, and Vice Chair of the Sampson Family YMCA (Advisory Board). In addition, he previously served as First Vice President of the Alumni Leadership Council at Excelsior University in Albany, N.Y. He is also a Board of Trustee and Education Committee Chair for the Lehigh Talent Academy Foundation, an organization that is currently constructing a $10 million U.S.-based curriculum talent school in Nanyuki, Kenya, scheduled to open in August 2027.

Were has been a great mentor to many within the Health and Human Services industry and beyond. He has also authored “Guide To Earning College Credits Through Testing” (2006), and “Hacking College” (2022). He has a passion for lifelong learning and is devoted to mentoring and empowering others.

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MEN OF EXCELLENCE 2026 AUGUST 19-25, 2026

JAMES WILLIAMS III

Senior Director, City and County Governmental Relations and Advocacy University of Pittsburgh James Williams III is currently the Senior Director of City and County Governmental Relations at the University of Pittsburgh.

Williams facilitates communication among Pitt faculty, staff, students, local elected officials and department administrators and their staff. He develops and implements strategies to provide a positive interface with the City of Pitts-

burgh, Allegheny County, and other surrounding county and municipal governments.

Williams served 10 years in the United States Air National Guard as a Warehouse Technician and Civil Engineer.

While stationed at Andrews Air Force Base in Prince George’s County, Maryland, he served as the Legislative Assistant to United States Senator Kay Bailey Hutchison in Washington, D.C. He graduated from Hampton University School of Business and the United States Senate Page High School at the United States Library of Congress. He is also a graduate of Leadership Pittsburgh Inc., Leadership Development Initiative XIV. Williams served on several boards, including the Board of Governors of Amen Corner, one of Pittsburgh’s oldest social networks for business, politics, and pleasure, and Primary Care Health Services, which offers primary and preventive healthcare and complementary services to medically underserved and indigent populations in Allegheny County.

He is also an active member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Incorporated, where he served two terms as Vice President of its local chapter.

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MARCUS WOODARD

Director, Product Sales Support and Analysis Comcast Marcus Woodard is an accomplished sales and operations leader with more than 20 years of experience driving business growth, developing high-performing teams, and cultivating inclusive workplace cultures. He has served in leadership roles at Comcast for eight years and currently serves as Director of Product Sales Support and Analysis, where he leads strategic initiatives that enhance sales performance, operational excellence and organizational effectiveness.

A passionate advocate for talent development and inclusive leadership, Woodard is deeply committed to mentoring the next generation of leaders. Through Comcast’s Young Professional Network and Black Employee Network, he coaches and develops emerging professionals while fostering environments where individuals from all backgrounds can thrive. His leadership philosophy is rooted in transparency, collaboration, problem-solving, and creating meaningful opportunities for others to succeed.

Beyond the workplace, Woodard is devoted to strengthening communities. He regularly speaks at local high schools and youth-serving nonprofit organizations, helping young people—particularly young people of color—build the confidence to pursue their goals and see themselves as

leaders whose voices matter. His commitment to service and leadership extends beyond business, reflecting his belief that investing in people creates lasting impact for organizations and communities alike.

In recognition of his professional achievements and community leadership, Woodard was named a New Pittsburgh Courier Fab 40 Under 40 honoree in 2023.

Woodard is a proud graduate of Morehouse College, where he earned a Bachelor of Business Administration in Management.

Revolutionizing the way the world moves for future generations Wabtec proudly congratulates Vann Williams on being named a 2026 Men of Excellence honoree — recognizing his leadership, impact, and commitment to excellence.

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