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This May, join Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.® – Omicron Tau Omega Chapter as we hold space for real conversations and real healing during Mental Health Awareness Month. Every event is free and open to the public. Swipe for details + register at omicrontauomega.com/content.…

We hit up @wndrlikewndr to ask: “What does love mean to you?” or “What’s the first thing that comes to mind when we say the word ‘love’”? What does love mean to you? #ForwardTimes #LoveNotes #ValentinesDay

So, we asked our online community a simple but loaded question: What does love mean to you? Their answers are as varied as love itself—some sentimental, all worth listening to. Last but not least, our friend K. Moutra in New York City. #ForwardTimes #Love #ValentinesDay

Love isn’t just something you fall into—it’s something you define for yourself. Our community has shared their take, and each perspective is a reminder that love is everywhere. Next, we hear from Paris B. Stay tuned for more. #ForwardTimes #LoveNotes #ValentinesDay

From self-love to community care, from passion projects to lifelong friendships—our online community shared what love means to them. Up next, @knotswiss shares their take. Who knows? You might just hear your own definition in their story. #ForwardTimes #LoveNotes #ValentinesDay

Our AP @sincerelylenora shared her unique love story with @jarrensmall on the cover of this week’s LOVE special edition. In her latest editorial, she shares how she redefined what love means on her own terms. forwardtimes.com/editorial/f… #ForwardTimes #ValentinesDay

Houston, get ready! The 2025 World Championship BBQ Competition is heating up at the Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo from Feb. 27 - Mar. 1. Grab your boots, bring your appetite, and scan the QR code to secure your tickets for one of the biggest events of the year! #ForwardTimes

No matter if it receives official recognition, Black history isn’t just for February—it’s American history, woven into the fabric of this nation. We honor the contributions, resilience, and brilliance of Black people because our impact is undeniable, year-round. #ForwardTimes

If you’re new to our online community, our publication was founded by the late Julius P. Carter to unite Black Houston and fight against second-class citizenship. He knew that progress required unity, and we became the platform to share our needs, challenges, and victories.

The Forward Times turns 65 today, and it’s an honor to continue serving as Houston’s trusted voice Join us in celebrating 65 a legacy of storytelling, preserving Black culture in Houston, and honoring the hard work of those who built this legacy. #ForwardTimes #65Years