From Thu, May 30, 1:45 PM PDT To Fri, May 31, 3:00 PM PDT
A late season atmospheric river will bring moderate to heavy precipitation from Sunday afternoon through Tuesday across all of western Washington. Heavy rainfall rates are possible over the southwest Olympics, and the Cascades. Total rainfall amounts will range from 1 to 2 inches in the lowlands, and 2 to 4 inches in the mountains. Snow levels above 5000 feet will result in most precipitation falling as rain.
This will result in rivers running unusually high, with the Skagit, Snohomish, Skykomish, White, and Skokomish Rivers potentially over action stage. The Snoqualmie River potentially will reach minor flood stage. This may impact any use of the river flood planes that are normally dry this time of year.
Rivers will crest sometime between Sunday and Tuesday.
The next update will be provided Friday afternoon.
Please monitor the latest river forecasts from the National Weather Service for additional information.
Cargill Meat Solutions, a Hazleton, Pa., establishment, is recalling approximately 16,243 pounds of raw ground beef products that may be contaminated with E. coli O157:H7.
** Schnucks also announced on its website it had issued a voluntary cheese spread recall amid concerns of possible Salmonella contamination. The company recalled three cheese spreads: Schnucks Whip Cream Spread, Schnucks Strawberry Spread, and Schnucks Cream Cheese Spread
Nutrition Corp of Moosic, PA is recalling Frozen Fresh N Lean brand Crustless Chicken Potato Pot Pie because of possible Listeria monocytogenes contamination. According to details published online by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the recall was initiated on April 25, 2024, and is ongoing. The recalled products were… Continue Reading
** Planters: Honey Roasted Peanuts and Deluxe Lightly Salted Mixed Nuts, Nuts & Nut Products, due to Listeria concerns.
A series of operations in recent months in Portugal have revealed olive oil fraud, illegal slaughter activities, and water added to seafood. In May, the Food and Economic Safety Authority’s (ASAE) southern regional unit inspected the olive oil sector in Lisbon. The action targeted two entities with commercial links between them,… Continue Reading
Dairy Manufacturers Inc., of Prosper, TX – 5/24/24, is voluntarily recalling all lot codes for infant formulas available in the US: Crecelac Infant 0-12, Farmalac 0-12 and Farmalac 0-12 Low lactose to the retail and wholesale level. The products have been found in non-compliance with the requirements of the FDA under section 21 CFR 106.110 New Infant formula registration. Dairy Manufacturers is conducting this voluntary recall because the products listed were sold in the U.S. without complying with the FDA’s infant formula regulations. This was identified after an FDA notification, because the firm has not submitted the required premarket notification. Parents and caregivers should understand that the products have not been evaluated by FDA to determine whether they meet U.S. food safety and nutritional standards. No illnesses have been reported to date.
** The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued an update regarding a previous recall for water bottles sold nationwide.
In March, the FDA announced a recall of over 70,000 cases of Fiji Natural Artesian Water bottles over concerns that they were contaminated with manganese. The FDA website states that a Class III recall is “a situation in which use of, or exposure to, a violative product is not likely to cause adverse health consequences.”
The FDA is warning consumers against consuming Apricot Power products because of the presence of the toxic compound amygdalin, which can lead to cyanide poisoning.
Following a receipt of a complaint and sample results, the Food and Drug Administration notified Apricot Power of the results and initial concerns. On May 8…Continue Reading
Check story for additional dates of implicated oysters.
The FDA is advising consumers not to eat and restaurants and food retailers not to serve or sell and to dispose of Lots B231126, B240103, and B240214 of frozen, raw, half-shell oysters processed by JBR (KR 15 SP) in Tongyeongsi, Republic of Korea on Nov. 27, 2023, Jan. 4, 2024…Continue Reading
** County Road Seafood, LLC., of Belhaven, NC – May 21, 2024, is voluntarily recalling County Road Seafood Crab Cake 2 Pack 4 Ounce package because this product contains undeclared egg. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to egg run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.
On 5/15/24 the firm was notified by the North Carolina Depart of Agriculture and Consumer Services that the product does not list egg on the label. The product contains mayonnaise which is made from eggs and utilizes whole eggs as a binder.
No illnesses have been reported to date.
The product was distributed between August 26, 2022 – May 9, 2024. There are no UPC or lot codes for this product. This product is vacuum sealed in clear plastic sold to distributor and retail facilities in North Carolina and South Carolina.
Consumers with egg allergies/sensitivities that have purchased this product are urged not to consume them and discard the product. Consumers with questions may contact Richard Newman at 252-494-8125, Monday – Friday, 8AM – 5PM EST.
** Irvington Seafood of Irvington, AL, is recalling its 1 lb. packages of “Crabmeat: Jumbo, Lump, Finger, and Claw meat” because they have the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes, an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems. Although healthy individuals may suffer only short-term symptoms such as high fever, severe headache, stiffness, nausea, abdominal pain and diarrhea, Listeria infection can cause miscarriages and stillbirths among pregnant women
The recalled “Crabmeat: Jumbo, Lump, Finger, and Claw meat” were distributed to distributors located in Alabama, and Mississippi. Products may end up in retail seafood markets or restaurants.
The product comes in a 1 lb. tubs, package marked with license number AL 111-C with the company name “Irvington Seafood.”
No illnesses have been reported to date in connection with this problem.
Kevin Sakprasit received Finish Product Testing results on May 17, 2024, at 4:31pm Central from EMSL Analytical, Inc. Crabmeat was processed on May 12, 2024, Batch #133 tested positive for L. monocytogenes. 94 samples were taken on May 13, 2024: 23 samples of Jumbo, 24 samples of Lump, 24 samples of Fingers, and 23 samples of Claw meat. Based on the lab report, 12 samples of Claw meat, and 2 samples of Fingers that were taken came back positive. We have decided to do a voluntary recall to ensure the safety of our consumers.
The production of the product has been suspended while the FDA and the company continue to investigate the source of the problem.
The FDA has declared tara flour as a not “Generally Recognized As Safe” food and banned its use and importation in the United States. The action comes almost two years after an outbreak linked to the ingredient. The flour was the implicated ingredient in Daily Harvest French Lentil + Leek Crumbles,… Continue Reading
Palmer Candy Company, Sioux City, Iowa, is recalling its “White Coated Confectionary Items” because they have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella, an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems. Healthy persons infected with Salmonella often experience fever, diarrhea (which may be bloody), nausea, vomiting and abdominal pain. In rare circumstances, infection with Salmonella can result in the organism getting into the bloodstream and producing more severe illnesses such as arterial infections (i.e., infected aneurysms), endocarditis and arthritis. The recalled Confectionary Items were distributed nationwide in retail stores and to wholesale.
** Nearly 900,000 tea bags by the organic tea brand Yogi are being recalled due to a detectable amount of pesticide on the product, according to an enforcement report posted on the US Food and Drug Administration’s website.
Recalled Food: Gibson Farms, Inc. organic walnut halves and pieces
Expiration dates: Between May 21, 2025, and June 7, 2025
Distribution: Sold in bulk bins and distributed to natural food and co-op stores in AK, AR, AZ, CA, CO, HI, ID, KS, LA, MT, NE, NM, NV, OR, SD, TX, UT, WA, and WY
Lot codes: 3325-043 and 3341-501
** Western Mixers Produce & Nuts, Inc. of Ontario, CA is recalling Yogurt Covered Pretzels, because the yogurt coating has the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella, an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems. Healthy persons infected with Salmonella often experience fever, diarrhea (which may be bloody), nausea, vomiting and abdominal pain. In rare circumstances, infection with Salmonella can result in the organism getting into the bloodstream and producing more severe illnesses such as arterial infections (i.e., infected aneurysms), endocarditis and arthritis.
Yogurt Covered Pretzels was distributed in the State of California, through Thorp Fruit, Down Home Goods, Smart & Final, Gelson’s retail stores.
Product Descriptions:
Product: Yogurt Covered Pretzels
Smart & Final, First Street Brand; plastic containers, 6 oz& 15 oz. Product Lot #: 241091, 241161, 241241 (sample photos, packaging and lot number location pg.2) Gelson’s, Gelson’s Brand; plastic containers, 15 oz. Product Lot #: 241062 (sample photos, packaging and lot number location pg.2) Down Home Goods; Sold as bulk, 14 lb. Product Lot #: 241010 Thorp Fruit, Sold as bulk, 14 lb. Product Lot #: 241010
No illnesses have been reported to date.
The recall was as the result of a routine sampling program by the source supplier of the yogurt coating, which revealed that the finished products contained the bacteria. The company has ceased the production and distribution of the product as FDA and the company continue their investigation as to what caused the problem.
If you should have any of this product, kindly discard it.
Western Mixers Produce & Nuts, Inc. Monday to Friday; 8 am – 4 pm. 323.443.2554
** Cincinnati, OH – May 10, 2024 – MEGADYNE™ is initiating a voluntary recall of all MEGADYNE™ MEGA SOFT™ Pediatric Patient Return Electrodes. The product is being removed because Megadyne has received reports of patient burn injuries in procedures where the Mega Soft Patient Return Electrodes were used. A root cause investigation on the reports included testing which showed a combination of factors when present together may result in potential for thermal injuries.
The combination of these conditions may be more likely when the pad is used with infants and small children. Because the pediatric pad is designed for patients between 0.8 to 50 pounds, which would be predominantly patients under the age of 12, the decision was made to discontinue and recall the 0840 pediatric pad product.
Between 2018 and today, there have been 4 reported injuries and no reports of death associated with this product. The Company has decided to discontinue and voluntarily recall the MEGADYNE™ MEGA SOFT™ Pediatric Patient Return Electrode. U.S. (Food and Drug Administration) FDA has been notified of this action.
Customers who have MEGADYNE™ MEGA SOFT™ Pediatric Patient Return Electrodes should stop using them and return them. The recall includes the following product code, which can be identified by name Pediatric Return Electrode Pad shown on the pad.
Product Name
Product Code
UDI-DI
MEGADYNE™ MEGA SOFT™ Pediatric Patient Return Electrode
0840
10614559103395
Customer with questions may contact the Ethicon Resource Department at 1-877-ETHICON (1-877-384-4266) Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM ET.
** WEST DES MOINES, Iowa (May 6, 2024) — Hy-Vee, Inc., based in West Des Moines, Iowa, is voluntarily recalling two varieties of its Hy-Vee Cream Cheese Spread out of an abundance of caution due to the potential for contamination with Salmonella. Additionally, Hy-Vee is voluntarily recalling its bulk-packaged Cookies & Cream Mix out of an abundance of caution due to the potential for contamination with Salmonella.
These products are manufactured at different third-party facilities around the Midwest and are sold under HyVee’s private label and bulk packaging programs. The manufacturers of these products notified Hy-Vee of the potential issue and out of an abundance of caution Hy-Vee is voluntarily recalling these specific products. There have been no confirmed reports of adverse reactions due to consumption of any of these products.
The affected products were distributed to Hy-Vee, Hy-Vee Drugstore and Dollar Fresh Market locations – as well as Hy-Vee Fast and Fresh convenience stores – across the company’s eight-state region of Illinois, Iowa, Kansas, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, South Dakota and Wisconsin. The recalled products are labeled as outlined below.
No other varieties of Hy-Vee Cream Cheese or bulk-packaged items are affected by this voluntary recall.
No illnesses have been reported to date in connection with this problem.
UPC:
Product and Size:
Use By/Best By:
Lot Number:
0075450096132
Hy-Vee Whipped Cream Cheese Spread – 8 oz.
8/7/2024; 8/14/2024
N/A
0075450096120
Hy-Vee Cream Cheese Spread – 12 oz.
10/1/2024
N/A
0075450486740
Hy-Vee To Go Cookies & Cream Mix – 4 oz.
12/5/2024
24073
0075450486740
Hy-Vee To Go Cookies & Cream Mix – 4 oz.
12/1/2024
24101
0075450486740
Hy-Vee To Go Cookies & Cream Mix – 4 oz.
12/5/2024
24117
0075450486730
Hy-Vee Cookies & Cream Mix – 16 oz.
12/5/2024
24073
0075450486730
Hy-Vee Cookies & Cream Mix – 16 oz.
12/1/2024
24101
0075450486730
Hy-Vee Cookies & Cream Mix – 16 oz.
12/5/2024
24117
** Palmer Candy Company, Sioux City, Iowa, is recalling its “White Coated Confectionary Items” because they have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella, an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems. Healthy persons infected with Salmonella often experience fever, diarrhea (which may be bloody), nausea, vomiting and abdominal pain. In rare circumstances, infection with Salmonella can result in the organism getting into the bloodstream and producing more severe illnesses such as arterial infections (i.e., infected aneurysms), endocarditis and arthritis.
The recalled Confectionary Items were distributed nationwide in retail stores and to wholesale.
The recalled confectionary items were distributed nationwide in Walmart, HyVee, Target, Dollar General, and to distributors in Alabama, California, Florida, Illinois, Iowa, Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, Oregon, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Texas, Virginia, Wisconsin and Wyoming.
The product comes in a variety of retail packaging like bags, pouches and tubs.
No illnesses have been reported to date in connection with this problem.
Palmer Candy was notified by its liquid coating supplier that there was a potential for contamination with salmonella from an ingredient that was potentially contaminated from one of their suppliers.
Production of the product has been suspended while FDA and the company continue their investigation as to the source of the problem.
Consumers who have purchased White coated confectionary items manufactured by Palmer Candy Company are urged to return them to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact the company at 1-800-831-0828 Monday through Friday 8am – 5pm.
Caramel Swirl Pretzels 4oz
12/28/2024
CARAMEL SWIRL PRETZELS 6oz
12/19/24, 12/20/24 and 1/19/25
CLASSIC YOGURT PRETZELS 28#
12/11/24 – 1/8/25
COOKIES & CREAM YUMMY CHOW 14#
12/6/24 – 1/8/25
ENROBED PRETZEL RODS 8oz
1/22/25
FAVORITE DAY BAKERY WHITE FUDGE MINI COOKIES 7oz
4/4/25, 4/5/25, 4/15/25, 4/18/25
FROSTED MUNCHY MEDLEY BOWL 15oz
1/3/25
FROSTED PATRIOT FROSTED PRETZELS 28#
1/2/25, 1/3/25
FROSTED PRETZELS 6oz
1/23/25
MUNCHY MEDLEY 15#
12/14/24, 1/3/25
MUNCHY MEDLEY 4oz
12/27/24, 12/28/24 and 1/19/25
MUNCHY MEDLEY 6oz
12/20/24
MUNCHY MEDLEY TO GO 4oz
12/25/24, 1/19/25
PATRIOTIC MUNCHY MEDLEY BOWL 15oz
1/19/25
PATRIOTIC PRETZELS 14oz
1/25/25, 1/26/25
PATRIOTIC PRETZELS 6oz
1/19/25
PATRIOTIC RED, WHITE & BLUE PRETZEL TWISTS 14oz
12/13/24 – 1/15/25
PATRIOTIC SNACK MIX 13oz
1/19/25, 1/22/25 and 2/1/25
PATRIOTIC WHITE FUDGE COOKIES 7oz
4/23/25
PEANUT BUTTER SNACK MIX 12oz
11/13/24 – 12/15/24
PEANUT BUTTER SNACK MIX TO GO 4.5oz
1/18/25
SNACKIN’ WITH THE CREW! MIZZOU MUNCHY MEDLEY 7oz
12/18/24, 12/19/24
SNACKIN’ WITH THE CREW! TIGER TREATS 7oz
12/18/24, 12/19/24
STAR SNACKS CHOW DOWN 25#
12/6/24, 12/7/24
STRAWBERRY YOGURT COATED PRETZELS 10oz
1/5/25, 1/23/25
SWEET SMILES YOGURT COVERED PRETZELS 3.25oz
12/18/24 – 1/4/25
VANILLA YOGURT COVERED PRETZELS 10oz
1/5/25, 1/22/25
YOGURT PRETZEL 14#
12/14/24 – 12/21/24
ZEBRA FUDGE COOKIES 7oz
3/13/25, 4/1/25 – 4/2/25
** BOISE, Idaho – July 19, 2022 – Albertsons Companies (NYSE: ACI) has voluntarily recalled three ReadyMeals seafood items prepared in store due to allergens not listed on the ingredient labels. The recall was initiated after an internal technical review identified missing ingredients containing allergens.
Consumers who have certain food allergies or severe sensitivities run the risk of serious or life – threatening allergic reactions if they consume these products and are urged not to consume these items. These consumers should discard the products or return them to their local store for a full refund.
There have been no reports of injuries or adverse reactions due to consumption of these products. Anyone concerned about an injury or illness should contact a healthcare provider.
The select ReadyMeals seafood items were available for purchase at the following Albertsons Cos. store banners: ACME, Albertsons, Andronico’s Community Markets, Balducci’s, Carrs-Safeway, Eagle, JewelOsco, King’s, Pak ‘N Save, Safeway, Shaw’s, Star Market and Vons.
The specified store banners are located in the following states: Alaska, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Nebraska, New Hampshire, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Vermont, Virginia, Washington state, Washington D.C., and Wyoming.
Consumers with questions should contact Albertsons Cos. Customer Service Center at 1-877-723-3929 for additional information Monday through Friday from 5 a.m. to 9 p.m. PST.
Product Name
Size
Undeclared Allergens
Packaging
UPC
Sell Thru Dates
Store Banners
States
ReadyMeals Shrimp Cooked with Cocktail Sauce
12oz
Crustacean (Shrimp), Fish (Anchovy)
Clear plastic container with four compartments
23463800000
All Sell Thru Dates up to and including July 18
ACME, Albertsons, Andronico’s Community Markets, Balducci’s, CarrsSafeway, Eagle, JewelOsco, King’s, Pak ‘N Save, Safeway, Shaw’s, Star Market, Vons
AK, CA, CO, CT, DE, ID, IL, IA, ME, MD, MA, NE, NH, NV, NJ, NM, NY, PA, RI, SD, VT, VA, WA, DC, WY
ReadyMeals Snow Crab Legs Imitation Surimi
12oz
Crustacean (Crab), Egg, Fish (Pollock Whiting, Anchovy), Wheat
Clear plastic container with four compartments
23463900000
All Sell Thru Dates up to and including July 18
ACME, Albertsons, Andronico’s Community Markets, Balducci’s, CarrsSafeway, Eagle, JewelOsco, King’s, Pak ‘N Save, Safeway, Shaw’s, Star Market, Vons
AK, CA, CO, CT, DE, ID, IL, IA, ME, MD, MA, NE, NH, NV, NJ, NM, NY, PA, RI, SD, VT, VA, WA, DC, WY
ReadyMeals Crab & Shrimp with Cocktail Sauce
12oz
Crustacean (Shrimp/ Crab), Egg, Fish (Pollock Whiting, Anchovy), Wheat, Soy
Clear plastic container with four compartments
23253500000
All Sell Thru Dates up to and including July 18
ACME, Albertsons, Andronico’s Community Markets, Balducci’s, CarrsSafeway, Eagle, JewelOsco, King’s, Pak ‘N Save, Safeway, Shaw’s, Star Market, Vons
AK, CA, CO, CT, DE, ID, IL, IA, ME, MD, MA, NE, NH, NV, NJ, NM, NY, PA, RI, SD, VT, VA, WA, DC, WY
** Martinelli & Company has issued a voluntary recall of its popular brand of apple juice over concerns that the product contains “elevated levels of inorganic arsenic.” Predicted levels are higher than the limit set by the FDA.
According to information posted by the Food and Drug Administration, 24,519 cases — or 147,114 units — of Martinelli’s Gold Medal Apple Juice one-liter bottles were recalled. The company initiated the voluntary recall on April 16 after a sampling by the State of Maryland found one production lot that tested above the FDA’s June 2023 guidelines for inorganic arsenic levels in apple juice.
The ice cream is being voluntarily recalled for potential metal
Committed to the safety and quality of its products, H-E-B is voluntarily issuing a recall for 12-count packages of 3-ounce cups of Creamy Creations ice cream in select flavors for potential metal. The affected products were distributed to all H-E-B stores in Texas and Mexico and Central Market, Joe V’s Smart Shop, and Mi Tienda stores. To date, there have been no injuries related to this recall. All product related to this recall has been removed from store shelves. H-E-B is working to have the products back on shelves as soon as possible. Customers who purchased the products should not consume the items and can return them to the store for a full refund.
The European Commission has opened a comment period as part of plans to change the current set-up and establish EU reference laboratories (EURLs) in public health. The call for applications covers three EURLs. The first is an EURL for food and waterborne bacteria; the second is for food, water, and vector-borne helminths and protozoa; and… Continue Reading
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) is issuing a public health alert due to concerns of raw pork chorizo products that may be contaminated with a foreign material, specifically hard plastic and metal. FSIS is issuing a public health alert to ensure that consumers are aware that this product should not be consumed. A recall was not requested because the product is no longer available for purchase.
Centennial General Partner Inc. is recalling Centennial Food Service brand Ground Pork because of pieces of metal in the product. According to the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA), recalled products were sold in Alberta, British Columbia and Northwest Territories in Canada. Recalled product: Brand Product Size Codes UPC Centennial Food Service Ground Pork 5 kg… Continue Reading
Centennial General Partner Inc. is recalling Centennial Food Service brand Ground Pork because of pieces of metal in the product. According to the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA), recalled products were sold in Alberta, British Columbia and Northwest Territories in Canada. Recalled product: Brand Product Size Codes UPC Centennial Food Service Ground Pork 5 kg… Continue Reading
The Cleveland Police Department Reaches a Settlement with the Department of Justice
Memorial Day weekend has hosted several important developments in the world of criminal justice. Today, the Cleveland Police department—which has come under fire in recent months in the nationwide debate over police tactics—agreed to follow some of the strictest standards in the nation over its officers’ use of force. Cleveland agreed to the terms as part of a settlement reached with the Department of Justice over what justice officials called a “pattern of unconstitutional policing and excessive use of force.”
According to the Justice Department’s report, the Cleveland police department used stun guns inappropriately, punched and kicked unarmed people, shot at people who did not pose a threat, and failed to report or investigate most of these incidents. As a part of the settlement, Cleveland agreed to some of the most rigorous policing standards in the nation. These include:
Banning pistol whipping, the firing of warning shots, and the use of neck holds (that pistol whipping had to be explicitly barred says enough).
Creating a community police commission, made up of ten representatives from around the community.
Allowing an independent monitor to track its progress.
The settlement comes just two days after a white Cleveland officer who fired at least 49 shots at two unarmed African Americans was acquitted of manslaughter by an Ohio judge. Officer Brelo’s acquittal—as the latest in a series of troubling racially charged incidents across the US in places like Baltimore, Staten Island, and Ferguson, MO—prompted protests that remained largely peaceful but still resulted in the arrest of 71 people.
Some bad news also came out of the criminal justice sphere this weekend. On Friday, Maryland Governor Larry Hogan vetoed three important criminal justice reform bills. In addition to vetoing a bill to limit civil asset forfeiture, and a bill to remove the penalty for marijuana paraphernalia, Hogan also vetoed a felon re-enfranchisement bill that would have restored voting rights to 60,000 ex-felons. Restoring access to the ballot for ex-felons is a priority in the criminal justice reform community and Hogan’s veto will serve as an important test to see whether reform advocates will show that choices like Hogan’s can have political repercussions.
BOTTOM LINE: Agreements like the one made between Cleveland and the Department of Justice have the potential to create meaningful change to a flawed system. But as Gov. Hogan’s vetoes remind us, there is much more work to be done to convince some elected officials to do their part.
Black Wall Street, former byname of the Greenwood neighbourhood in Tulsa, Oklahoma, where in the early 20th century African Americans had created a self-sufficient prosperous business district. The term Black Wall Street was used until the Tulsa race riot of 1921. The name has also been applied more generally to districts of African American high economic activity.
Historically, African Americans worked mainly as servants in Tulsa, where they developed their own insular society with its own economy. Black businesses clustered on the strip of land that would become Greenwood in 1905, when African Americans acquired the land. Businesses included a grocery store and a barbershop. Doctors and real estate agents opened their own businesses. The neighbourhood also had its own newspaper and schools.
Black Wall Street was thriving at the time of the Tulsa race riot of 1921. The riot, however, took a heavy financial toll on African Americans. Many homes and businesses were destroyed. Moreover, following the riot, residents of Greenwood met resistance to rebuild. Nonetheless, African American professionals and entrepreneurs slowly began to rebuild. Lawyers offered legal assistance to African Americans jailed in the riots and helped them sue the city for compensation. A massive reconstruction of the district was completed in 1922, only one year after the riot and without the help of the greater Tulsa community. Eighty businesses were opened by the end of 1922.
The community thrived throughout the first half of the century, even during the Great Depression. In addition to the usual businesses, the area formerly known as Black Wall Street contained a business college and the reopened offices of the African American newspaper. Many middle- and upper-class African Americans lived there. In addition, it provided the backbone for greater civic and political participation by Tulsa’s African American residents.
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By the end of the 1950s, however, more than half of the businesses had closed. Desegregation allowed the entry of businesses owned by whites, while increasing numbers of African Americans in the community invested in entities outside Greenwood.
By 1961, 90 percent of African American income in Tulsa was spent outside of the Greenwood district.
The creation of the Greenwood Cultural Center, formed in the late 1970s, attracted tourism to the area. In addition to addressing African American culture and working on creating more harmonious race relations in the city, the cultural centre was charged with preserving Black Wall Street. It was also responsible for building the 1921 Black Wall Street Memorial in the name of the people who had died in the riot.
This article was most recently revised and updated by André Munro, Assistant Editor.
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