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  "id": 8881306,
  "title": "Kenny Moore II to receive prestigious community-based award at Circle City Classic",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/21/kenny-moore-ii-to-receive-prestigious-community-based-award-at-circle-8881306",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-21T08:30:53.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/kenny-moore-ii-receive-prestigious-083053487.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Indiana Black Expo will honor former Indianapolis Colts cornerback Kenny Moore II with the prestigious Major Taylor Award during the Circle City Classic Coaches Luncheon on Friday. The award, named after the first Black world champion in cycling, recognizes athletes who excel in sports and positively impact their communities. Moore launched the Rise and Shine Initiative in 2024 through his Love One Foundation, which focuses on preparing students for life beyond the classroom. He dedicates one weekly session to teaching. Past recipients of the Major Taylor Award include Muhammad Ali, Tony Dungy, Tamika Catchings, Metta Sandiford-Artest, and Jerry Rice. Moore expressed pride in being among such esteemed figures, emphasizing the symbolic significance of their shared presence. He spent nine seasons with the Colts before requesting a release in May 2024. Moore sees the award as validation of the city's appreciation and support for his long-term commitment.",
  "summary": "The Indiana Black Expo will present former Indianapolis Colts cornerback Kenny Moore II with the Major Taylor Award during the Circle City Classic.",
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        "title": "Kenny Moore II to receive prestigious community-based award at Circle City Classic",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/21/kenny-moore-ii-to-receive-prestigious-community-based-award-at-circle",
        "published": "2026-09-21T08:30:53.000Z"
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}