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The Detroit Native Sun is a monthly newspaper that is committed to empowering the African American community with informative news and information not readily found in mainstream media.

Written by award-winning journalists, the Detroit Native Sun seeks to capture readers with its unique style designed to stimulate minds and raise emotions.

Special section fronts include Kidz Times, written by area youth, Words of Wisdom that provide a forum for senior citizens to speak out, and Xpressions that gives local poets and artists a platform to showcase their works. The Health section seeks to close gaps in disparities by highlighting critical healthcare issues and concerns affecting the African American community such as HIV and AIDS, diabetes, hypertension, heart disease, organ donation, and others.  Home Town Pride spotlights individuals and groups making significant contributions in the community. Advertorials allow local businesses, politicians and community groups to tell their story and promote their products and
services in a unique way that is not offered by mainstream papers.

Subjects covered are the genuine concerns of the African American community. Unlike other papers that shuffle letters and unwanted mail to the side, the Detroit Native Sun responds to all feedback.

 
 
About the Publisher
To those walking in darkness, I share my light. And, together we shall reveal the truth.

Seeking to enlighten the African American community with insightful news and information, Valerie D. Lockhart founded the Detroit Native Sun in October 2005.

There she serves as publisher and executive editor giving a voice to both young and old in the community.

Born and raised in Detroit, Lockhart was educated in the Detroit Public School system and graduated with honors from the University of Detroit with a Bachelor of Arts in Communications. She also attended the University of Detroit Mercy's graduate program for a Master of Arts in Education degree.

With over 20 years journalism experience, Lockhart has been recognized for her community service, creativity and accuracy in reporting. She is listed in the 2008, 2009 and 2010 editions of Who’s Who in Black Detroit. Other awards received include the Lincoln University Unity in Media award, American Red Cross Community Service Award, James Tatum Foundation of the Arts award, Xavier University Parents Association Community Service Award for assisting local hurricane Katrina victims and awards from 
the big three automakers. She also serves on the Presidential Advisory Board at Detroit Hope Hospital, Hospice Advantage African American Advisory Board, American Red Cross African American 
Leadership Conference Advisory Board, and Teen Mom Housing Board of Directors, hoping to make a difference in the City of Detroit.
Customer testimonials
"The Detroit Native Sun is a must read. I look forward to picking up my issue every month and pick up extras for family and friends. We all just can't stop reading the Sun."
-- P. Anderson, of Detroit
 
"Your newspaper is very helpful. You give us things that can't be found in other papers. I appreciate your articles on how to file for bankruptcy and how to stop bill collectors from calling your phone. I just love your newspaper."
-- R. Lewis, of Detroit
 
"The Detroit Native Sun is the real voice of the community. You know how to keep it real."
 
-- B. Mitchell, of Southfield