• Commerce
  • Community
  • Culture
  • Careers
  • Our SPOTlite Partners
  • Become a SPOTlite Partner
  • About MONTCO Today
June 8, 2026
  • About
  • Publications
    • PHILADELPHIA.Today
    • VISTA.Today — Chester County
    • DELCO.Today — Delaware County
    • BUCKSCO.Today – Bucks County
  • Partner / Advertise
  • Contact

Stay Connected, Stay Informed

Subscribe for great stories in your community!

This field is hidden when viewing the form
MT Sub
This field is hidden when viewing the form
MT Sub Source

Black History Month

  • Jamila Winder sits with a student answering questions at Penn Wynne Elementary.
    Education

    Montco’s First Black Chair, Jamila Winder, Visits Penn Wynne Elementary

    March 5, 2026

    Jamila Winder, Montgomery County’s first Black chair, recently visited students at Penn Wynne Elementary School for Black History Month, writes…

  • Deb Spence on Town Square page.
    Technology

    As Black History Month Closes, Deb Spence’s LevelFlat.org Stands As a Living Example of Chasing Your Dreams

    February 25, 2026

    Black History Month is not just about looking back. It is about looking around — at the people in our…

  • Black-and-white photograph of Charles L. Blockson surrounded by books and cultural artifacts, featured in a museum exhibition.
    Tourism

    Celebrate Black History Month in Montgomery County

    February 10, 2026

    Each year, the month of February is dedicated to honoring the historical impact, achievements, and larger-than-life figures in the black…

  • Students are honored at awards banquet.
    Events

    Chamber of Commerce for Greater Montgomery County to Honor Student Rising Stars During Black History Month

    January 13, 2026

    In honor of Black History Month, the Chamber Inclusion Council of the Chamber of Commerce for Greater Montgomery County will…

  • Private chef demonstrates cooking lesson.
    Banking & Finance

    Black-Owned Catering Business Writes Its Next Chapter, Thanks to Financing from Apex Commercial Capital

    February 22, 2025

    For years, Philadelphia native Sonya Combs had put her bachelor’s degree in Biobehavioral Health from Penn State to good use…

  • A close-up of a mixed-media portrait of a person with dark curly hair, depicted in warm, earthy tones. The painting has an expressive, textured quality with layered brushstrokes and collage elements. The subject's eyes are deeply engaging, with a gaze that appears intense and thoughtful. The background is a muted blue-gray color, contrasting with the vibrant hues of the face.
    Montgomery County

    Ways to Celebrate Black History Month in Montgomery County

    February 4, 2025

    Each year, the month of February is dedicated to honoring the historical impact, achievements, and larger-than-life figures in the black…

  • Black History Month at AAMP graphic.
    Museums

    The African American Museum in Philadelphia Announces Programming for Black History Month

    February 1, 2025

    The African American Museum in Philadelphia (AAMP) has announced its lineup of programming and events in honor of Black History…

  • Hatboro-Horsham students painting a black history mural.
    Education

    Hatboro-Horsham Students Create Beautiful Black History Mural

    January 23, 2025

    Hatboro-Horsham Senior High School students have merged art and technology to create a beautiful Black history mural aimed at teaching…

  • Shaykh Anwar Muhammad.
    Retail

    A Small Bookshop on Lansdale’s Main Street is a Hub for Black Culture and History

    February 22, 2024

    When author Shaykh Anwar Muhammad moved to the Lansdale area, one of the first things he noticed was that there…

  • Jamila Winder.
    Government & Politics

    Montgomery County Commissioner Spends the Day at White House

    February 9, 2024

    Jamila Winder, the first Black female Montgomery County commissioner and current chair, recently spent the day at the White House…

  • Deneen Marcel.
    Retail

    Shop Local and Support These Black-Owned Businesses in Montgomery County

    February 7, 2024

    This Black History Month and every day, you should check these great Black-owned businesses in Montgomery County, writes Tori Bissonette…

  • The Charles L. Blockson Exhibition.
    Tourism

    Celebrate Black History Month in Montgomery County

    February 5, 2024

    Each year, the month of February is dedicated to honoring the historical impact, achievements, and larger-than-life figures in the black…

  • Independence Blue Cross lighting
    Insurance

    Independence Blue Cross Brightens Philadelphia Skyline with New LED Lights to Enhance City Views

    January 12, 2024

    Independence Blue Cross has added external LED lighting to its headquarters at 1901 Market Street in Center City, enlivening the…

  • Older Adult Community Centers
    Insurance

    Older Adult Community Centers Build Powerful Connections

    December 21, 2023

    Catherine Brown believes that her job saves lives, but she doesn’t work in an emergency room. As the Director of…

  • Omar Cruickshank
    Sports

    Flourtown Jiu-Jitsu Expert Grabs Hold of Statewide Distinction: First Black Dojo Owner-Operator

    March 7, 2023

    Almost two decades ago, Omar Cruickshank took a free class at the local dojo of a national karate chain. He…

  • Nigie of Cluck & Gills YouTube
    Restaurants & Lodging

    These are the Ten Black-owned Philadelphia Restaurants NBA.com Says Should Not Be Missed

    February 28, 2023

    Black History Month is the perfect time to spotlight some Black-owned restaurants in NBA cities, and Philadelphia has eight that…

  • A Concrete Rose brick storefront
    Commerce

    Before Black-History Month Slips Away: One Additional Business Worth Your Patronage

    February 27, 2023

    February’s Black History Month is an opportunity to broaden world view. In that spirit, Visit PA recently recommended statewide businesses…

  • Black History Month
    Careers

    Great People and Resources for Black History Month on LinkedIn & Other Social Media

    February 24, 2023

    Black History Month could be every month, though it was first recognized in 1976 and became a tradition when President…

1 2
Next Page

Founding Partners

VFTCB Logo
Peco Logo
Montgomery County Commerce Department Logo
MCCC Logo

Advertisement

  • Dischell lawyers logo

Affiliate Partners

Penn Community Bank Logo
WSFS Bank Logo
MCCC Logo
Firstrust Bank Logo
Independence Blue Cross Logo
TruMark Credit Union Logo
Aqua America Logo
Meridian Bank Logo
Ursinus College Logo
Blackbird Health Logo
Nemours Children’s Health Logo
First Bank Logo
Holy Family University Logo
Pottstown Area Economic Development Logo
Pottstown Area Economic Development – IPP logo Logo
Manor College Logo
Freedom Village Logo
Eastern University Logo
NBC 10 Logo
Citadel Bank Logo
Gwynedd Mercy University Logo
Pennsylvania American Water Logo
King of Prussia District Logo
Immaculata University Logo
Harcum College Logo
Haverford Systems Logo
The Lincoln Center Logo
Delaware Valley University Logo
West Chester University Logo
C&N Bank Logo
DunlapSLK Logo
Group G Logo
Habitat For Humanity of Montgomery & Delaware County Logo
General Recreation Logo
CCRES Logo
North Montco Technical Career Center Logo
Greater MC Chamber Logo
Arts Montco Logo
Abington Friends Logo
DBD Logo
My Office Ops Logo
RKL Logo
PA Career Link Montco Logo
Miller Designworks Logo

Community Partners

Montgomery County Chamber of Commerce Logo
Norristown Chamber Logo
EMCCC Logo
Spring-Ford Chamber of Commerce Logo
Main Line Chamber of Commerce Logo
Tri County Area Chamber of Commerce Logo

The Pulse Of

Montgomery County

Copyright © 2026 American Community Journals, LLC | Privacy Policy

Navigation

  • Commerce
  • Community
  • Culture
  • Careers
  • Partner / Advertise
  • About MONTCO Today
  • Our SPOTlite Partners

Stay Connected

This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.
This field is hidden when viewing the form
MT Sub
This field is hidden when viewing the form
MT Sub Source
  • LinkedIn
  • Facebook
  • Instagram
  • Twitter

Enjoy Our
Montgomery County Stories?

Help Sustain Our Mission.

Support MONTCO Today
Name
ZIP Code
This field is hidden when viewing the form
MT Sub
This field is hidden when viewing the form
MT Sub Source

Wait, Before You Go!

Get a little feel-good in your inbox from your trusted community journal. Subscribe to get our free daily newsletter with quick reads and upbeat local stories covering business, community, and culture in Montgomery County, delivered in time for your morning coffee.

"*" indicates required fields

Name*
Address*

Consent
This field is hidden when viewing the form
MT Sub
This field is hidden when viewing the form
MT Sub Source

"*" indicates required fields