1. Arkansas Native Named President and Chief Executive Officer of Visit Albany
Albany, Georgia., October 7, 2025 — The Visit Albany Board of Directors has unanimously appointed Kasey L. Summerville, CDME, as President and Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately. The decision, made on September 29, 2025, follows a national search led by The Chason Group. Summerville’s appointment builds on Visit Albany’s strong foundation, bringing new momentum to the organization’s ongoing efforts to promote the city and serve its stakeholders.
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2. Jason Williams Announces Candidacy for Arkansas State Senate District 13
Healthcare Professional Brings Experience and Fresh Perspective to State Politics
Little Rock, AR – Dr. Jason L. Williams, a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner at UAMS and Arkansas Children’s Hospital, announced his candidacy for Arkansas State Senate District 13. Williams will be seeking the Democratic nomination in the upcoming March primary. Williams, who holds a Doctor of Nursing Practice from Vanderbilt University, is committed to bringing the voice and expertise of the healthcare community to the state legislature.
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3. Bobby Forrest, Jr. Prosecutor Campaign and Partners Host Youth Day At Arkansas State Fair
LITTLE ROCK, AR — On Sunday, October 12, 2025, the campaign of Bobby
Forrest Jr., candidate for Prosecuting Attorney for Arkansas’ Sixth Judicial District,
hosted more than 75 local youth at the Arkansas State Fair. The event provided an
opportunity for children to experience a positive, community-centered outing
designed to build connection, confidence, and belonging.
4. St. Mark Baptist Church + Clinton Presidential Center Host Get Fired Up: Awareness to Action
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5. North Pulaski Pearls By Merit, Inc. In Partnership With The Alpha Gamma Theta Omega Chapter Presents The Inaugural North of the River Scholarship Program
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6. 9th Annual Black Empowerment Awards
