Daniel Hale Williams: Black Medical Pioneer.” In 1893, Dr. Williams’ performed the first successful open-heart surgery. Harriett L. Gaston, ...

Aaliyah Stewart, 24, helps a Williams Elementary Student zip up her new coat Wednesday morning. Stewart's nonprofit, I Am Them, received 40 coats to donate to children in Gary.

Daniel Hale Williams Elementary School 1320 E. 19th Ave., Gary. Faith Community Center 1351 W. 11th Ave. Gary. First AME Church 2045 Massachusetts St., Gary.

POWHATAN – When invited to come and speak to Pocahontas Middle School students in recognition of Black History Month, special guest speaker Dr. Delmar P. Wright said he had any ...