In April 1862, Susie was able to escape slavery with her uncle and other African Americans who fled to a federal gunboat near Confederate-held Fort Pulaski. She went to live on Union-occupied St. Simons Island off the southern Georgia coast along with hundreds of other formerly enslaved refugees. There, at only 14 years old, Susie became the first black teacher to openly educate African Americans in Georgia.
John Woodruff overcame the obstacles of poverty and prejudice and embodied the strength necessary to become a world-class middle-distance runner renowned for his daring exploits in winning the 800-meter race in the 1936 Olympic Games. John’s prowess as a track athlete first became evident in high school.
The donation of Henrietta Lacks' cells began what was the first, and, for many years, the only human cell line able to reproduce indefinitely. Her cells, known as HeLa cells for Henrietta Lacks, remain a remarkably durable and prolific line of cells used in research around the world.
Lovers of August Wilson if you're ever in Pittsburgh make sure you stop by 1839 Wylie Avenue in the Historic Hill District.
Minkah Fitzpatrick gets pick-6 in Pro Bowl and fans go off on Steelers
Duquesne Dukes Men's Basketball team getting to meet with LeBron James
City of Pittsburgh Skating with the Mascot. Have a Great Day!
Homer S. Brown for your 26th Annual Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Prayer Breakfast Program. Congratulations to Judge Joe Williams and the poise Foundation for being this years Drum Major honorees. 
Smooth harmonies are just over the horizon on the North Shore as legendary R&B group Boyz II Men returns to Pittsburgh
See Jamaican icon Shaggy perform his biggest hits and present a history of Reggae music with the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra.
Odd Future's fearless leader Tyler, The Creator is an outspoken producer and performer, unafraid to say exactly what he thinks...
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