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Bonita Cornute to Present at 2018 Living Legend Celebration
Living Legend honors those who have dedicated time and energy to furthering GSLABJ. This year, we celebrate Art Holliday & Wiley Price. About this Event The Living Legend event celebrates those who have committed themselves to furthering the Greater St. Louis Association of Black Journalists as well as building the next generation of journalists. Created […]
Black Journalists Assoc. Celebrates 40 Years
The Greater St. Louis Association of Black Journalists will observe its 40th anniversary at 7 p.m. Saturday, December 3 at Nine Network of Public Media, 3655 Olive St., with a celebration recognizing four journalists. GSLABJ will recognize Bonita Cornute, a reporter for FOX 2 / KPLR 11, with its most prestigious honor, the Living Legend Award. It will recognize Mary Cannon, retired director of Community Affairs for KMOV Channel 4, […]
The Family Historians Introduction Video
A Family Historians video production introducing the Cornute Family with a contextual link to American History. Note: The video’s load time may vary depending on the speed of your computer and/or Internet connection; if it’s taking longer than your patience allows then please view the video on our Youtube channel by clicking here.
Shana Leigh Simmons Graduates Mt. San Antonio College
WALNUT, CA—Shana Leigh Simmons graduated with an Associates of Arts degree in Psychology and Social Behavior from Mt. San Antonio College, on June 17, 2018. She was selected to the President’s List for high academic achievement and was granted admission to both, University of California, Irvine (UCI) and University of California, Riverside (UCR). In the […]
Brandi Enjoli Walker & Charles Frank Best Tie the Knot
Alsip, IL—Brandi Enjoli Walker and Charles Frank Best were married Sunday, May 27, 2018 at The Château Bu-Sché – Alsip, Illinois. The Rev. Charles Best Sr. performed the double-ring ceremony. The bride is the daughter of Ms. Gail Hawkins of Chicago, Illinois. The groom is the son of Charles Best Sr. and Patricia Simmons of […]
Hortense Joins DAR at 92 Years
PORTSMOUTH, OH — Hortense Y. Hairston celebrated her 92nd Birthday earlier this year. She was later presented with a very unique 92nd birthday gift, official membership into the Daughters of the American Revolution, from her daughter, Jenny. Jenny who is also a member of the DAR received her mom’s DAR National Number, which became official […]
Paige Carson Continues Nursing Program at Marshall U
HUNTINGTON, WV—Paige Carson began her senior year at Marshall University’s School of Nursing this Fall at Huntington, West Virginia. Paige will conduct her clinical experiences at St. Mary’s Medical Center and Cabell Huntington Hospital. Paige is the daughter of Valerie (Hairston) and Jeff Carson and the 3rd great granddaughter of Tate Cornute.
Lance Johnson Repeat “A” Honor Roll at Genoa Middle School
WESTERVILLE, OH—Lance Johnson continued his academic assault on the “A” Honor Roll during 6th grade (2014-2015 school year) at Genoa Middle School. Lance received his award for earning all A’s, during the last school year, this past September. Lance is the son of Jenny and Steve Johnson and 3rd great grandson of Tate Cornute.
Michael Malone Jr. Continues College Prep at Portsmouth High
PORTSMOUTH, OH—Michael Malone Jr. completed his sophomore year at Portsmouth High School (PHS), where he pursued a rigorous schedule this year including Honors English and Honors American History. He also participated in PHS’ basketball program. Michael Jr. is the son of Kathey (Hairston) and Michael Malone and the 3rd great grandson of Tate Cornute.