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35 years before ‘Hamilton,’ this legendary DJ was using rap to teach history in Philly middle schools
The “Ace from Outer Space” worked locally at WDAS — when he wasn’t cutting records, running for office, or helping educate kids.
Henderson made an appearance in the 1957 movie 'Jamboree' alongside Dick Clark
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Doug “Jocko” Henderson was a man of many talents, and by all accounts, ahead of his time.
Best known as a legendary DJ who heralded the rise of rock and roll, he once ran for Congress and recorded several of his own albums. In the early 1980s, he was able to convince local educators that rap lyrics might be a good vehicle for learning.
Here’s the story of how Jocko partnered with the School District of Philadelphia to use rap to teach history.
Remembering an acclaimed Doylestown poet whose interracial marriage was denigrated as ‘an experiment’
Though his works are often categorized as part of the Harlem Renaissance, Jean Toomer did not often identify himself as Black.
Monkeypox cases vs. vaccines; Get ready for unionized cafes; Battle over Coltrane house | Morning roundup
Golf range swapped for wetlands at FDR Park 🏞️
Introducing Local 80, a new Philly union focused on organizing coffee shop floors
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Dashboard confirms Philly’s monkeypox vaccine disparity: Most cases affect people of color, while most doses are going to white people
The limited vaccine supply will make it difficult to correct the inequity, but organizations are trying.
You can sign up now to pay for SEPTA rides with your phone, with a fuller rollout expected by October
Want to ditch your Key card? Android and iPhone users can apply to be part of the mobile ticketing pilot.
Pa. took a step toward limiting ‘conversion therapy’ — but the traumatic practice isn’t actually banned
What Gov. Wolf’s decree means for LGBTQ Pennsylvanians.
New book by Philly doctors offers tips on how to ‘weave wellness’ into your life
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5 projects moving forward in Philly thanks to new federal infrastructure funding
The IRA and BIL mean the city’s in line to get hundreds of millions in improvements.
Where to get excellent crudité in Philly (tequila optional)
Almost all of them are cheaper than whatever Oz tried to buy at “Wegners.”
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All hail hip hop icon Lady B 🎙️
What to know about Allan Domb, first Philly councilmember to resign ahead of the 2023 mayoral race
The real estate mogul-turned-public servant announced his resignation Monday.
Vinyl is flying off the shelves at Philly record stores, with Gen Z fueling the trend
Demand is so heavy the industry is struggling with supply chain issues.
How to ride the bus in Philly, and how to deal with dastardly detours
Tips and tricks for using SEPTA’s 125 bus lines.
Raising Cane’s stands out among North Philly’s considerable collection of chicken chains
Specializing in just one thing has produced notable results.
A look inside the PHS Pop Up on South Street, with ‘Gritty Margs,’ mojitos, and more plants than you can count
The weathered wood helps give the beer garden a country feel.