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Three Brothers, One Legacy: HBCU Trailblazers from Mississippi

February 16, 2026

By: The People’s Paper MS In the heart of Mississippi’s HBCU powerhouse institutions, three brothers: Drs. Russell Thomas, Dennis Thomas, and Johnny Thomas, embody the unbreakable spirit of Black excellence, each carving paths in athletics, music, and leadership that continue to inspire generations. Dennis Thomas: Architect of Black College Sports Dr. Dennis E. Thomas, an…

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