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Artsy billboard (Page 250)

A strange message on a billboard is raising questions as to its meaning. While traveling through West Columbia on I-26 West, between exits 111 and 110, this billboard looms to oncoming traffic with a nefarious sounding message leaving those who view it pondering what it all means. That is exactly the kind of reaction the creators of this and other billboards around the nation were trying to achieve.

For Freedoms co-founders Hank Willis Thomas and Eric Gottesman commissioned an art designed billboard campaign which was launched this October in 50 states including Washington, D.C. This display of social messages is called the 2020 Awakening campaign which promotes the four freedoms of awakening, listening, healing and justice. The name is based on the Wide Awakes of 1860 movement which allegedly helped Abraham Lincoln become president by inspiring ordinary people who wanted a radical future.

The hope is that these thought provoking messages will open civic dialogue about freedom and equality on a national scale.

The For Freedoms organization began as a political super PAC in 2016 and it has grown into art founded social initiative. Other slogans on billboards are “Freedom is not Guaranteed,” “VOTE and continue to dream” and “Does Black innocence matter?" Each billboard is different in design, some with pictures and some just words. The billboards will remain up until the end of November.

Artsy billboard

2020-10-18
By: John
On: October 18, 2020
In: Community News

A strange message on a billboard is raising questions as to its meaning. While traveling through West Columbia on I-26 West, between exits 111 andContinue Reading

Local bus companies forgotten during Coronavirus pandemic

2020-10-17
By: John
On: October 17, 2020
In: Business

Decimated by the COVID-19 pandemic, the motorcoach or charter bus industry did not receive vital economic relief from Congress during the CARES Act and areContinue Reading

Rick Vitali named to Black Belt Hall of Fame board

2020-10-10
By: John
On: October 10, 2020
In: Community News

By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Midlands karate instructor Rick Vitali was named to the board of directors of the S.C. Black Belt Hall of FameContinue Reading

Central Carolina Community Foundation names new boardmembers

2020-10-10
By: John
On: October 10, 2020
In: Non Profit

Central Carolina Community Foundation has named new members to its Board of Trustees:  • Julie C. Albrecht, Vice President, CFO at Sonoco Products Company;  •Continue Reading

Together SC announces new board members

2020-10-10
By: John
On: October 10, 2020
In: Civic, Non Profit

Together SC, the state’s network of nonprofit organizations has announced four new board members elected by its nonprofit member organizations from across South Carolina. TheyContinue Reading

You can access your Benefit Verification letters

2020-10-10
By: John
On: October 10, 2020
In: Senior News

We are excited to announce the release of a new, standardized Benefit Verification letter. People receiving Social Security or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits canContinue Reading

Aleah Johnson donates food in lieu of birthday presents

2020-10-08
By: John
On: October 8, 2020
In: Education

Lexington-Richland School District Five fifth grade student Aleah Johnson is doing what she can to support those in need. Johnson, a student at Irmo Elementary,Continue Reading

Freeway Music adapts to the times

2020-10-08
By: John
On: October 8, 2020
In: Business

Local music school Freeway Music has launched new virtual and socially distanced technique lessons, showcases, recitals, studio time and music videos, along with new scholarships.Continue Reading

Richland adds mask distribution events

2020-10-08
By: John
On: October 8, 2020
In: Events

Richland County will hold several mask giveaways in the next few weeks as part of continuing efforts to prevent the spread of COVID-19. The freeContinue Reading

Experience OZtober at the state museum

2020-10-08
By: John
On: October 8, 2020
In: Entertainment, Events

This “OZtober” the South Carolina State Museum will once again invite guests to enjoy a month of OZ themed shows and activities. From daily showingsContinue Reading

Drive nets nearly $1,000 in school supplies

2020-10-06
By: John
On: October 6, 2020
In: Business

Recognizing the challenges that local educators and students are facing this year, Columbia Economic Development (CED) partnered with the Black Public Relations Society – ColumbiaContinue Reading

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