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Black brick fireplaces: What to know before hopping on the controversial trend

You have, no doubt, seen inspiration photos on social media of dramatic black fireplaces. When it comes to wood fireplace surrounds, few seem to have negative things to say — because hey, you can just ...
Western Michigan University

Black mason broke barriers, laid first building blocks for learning at Western

WMU alumna and postdoctoral fellow Dr. Karika Parker uncovered Albert White's lead role in building Heritage Hall. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—At the turn of the 20th century, long before the Civil Rights Era, a ...
Detroit Free Press

After 39-year run at WDIV, Detroiter Randy Henry is excited about working with 'Bricks'

Randy Henry will tell anyone that in basketball, shooting a “brick” is something that should be avoided, because too many missed shots of the brick variety likely will earn a player a seat on the ...