By Toter

Lifestyle / News Talk - 9 months ago

The Black Family Wellness Expo coming to Hampton

HAMPTON, Va. — A wellness expo aimed at addressing disparities Black families experience in the healthcare system is coming to Hampton Roads this weekend. Celebrate Healthcare will be hosting The Black Family Wellness Expo at the Mary W. Jackson Neighborhood Center in Hampton on Saturday. The ev...

by Toter - 9 months ago

JUNO Award-nominated Zenesoul released “KEOTR,” first single for 2024

 JUNO Award-nominated R&B singer and songwriter Zenesoul has released her first single for 2024, “KEOTR,” a fusion of R&B and Afrobeats that talks about not losing yourself, despite the cruel world we live in. “KEOTR’” is Zenesoul’s first release since her 2023 EP series, “Fantasy.” “KEOTR,”...

by Toter - 9 months ago

Election issues in Park Merced

Voters eager to vote who chose not to vote early or by mail flocked to polling places across the city on March 5, Election Day, but some encountered unnecessary obstacles. In Park Merced, some of those obstacles seem to have been racially motivated. by Daphne Young  When retired educator Virg...

Lifestyle / Parenting/ Health - 9 months ago

5 Vision Problems Caused By Multiple Sclerosis

Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic illness that is commonly known to affect balance. However, many people with the condition also experience vision problems repeatedly. Managing these issues will be a paramount part of your care.  5 Vision Problems With MS 1. Vision Loss This is generally tempora...

Lifestyle / News Talk - 9 months ago

Black Family Wellness Expo to share health resources

ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) – An upcoming wellness event hopes to connect Black families with important resources in the Roanoke Valley. The Roanoke Chapter of The Links, Incorporated organized the event as a way to make it easier for families to get access to health screenings, and educational mater...

Lifestyle / Hot Topics Talk - 9 months ago

HUD Secretary Marcia Fudge Announces Retirement

By Stacy M. Brown NNPA Newswire Senior National Correspondent @StacyBrownMedia Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Secretary Marcia Fudge, a former Congressional Black Caucus Chair and a staunch advocate for the Black Press of America, has announced that she’s stepping down from her role i...

Lifestyle / Parenting/ Health - 9 months ago

From A Black Mother: My Mental Health Matters Too

Navigating life while feeling like you’re not in the right headspace, will surely affect your everyday life and moments. I’ve had moments where postpartum depression, new life experiences and my environment affected my mental health in the worst way possible, not realizing at the time that it...

by Toter - 9 months ago

Man Stable After Police Shooting In Soufriere

On Monday March 11, 2024, about 7:15 p.m. officers attached to the Soufriere Police Station arrested a thirty-four-year-old male, in possession of a firearm and ammunition at Fond Benier, Soufriere. During the course of his arrest, he sustained a gunshot injury. He is currently receiving medical car...

by Toter - 9 months ago

Florida Slashes DEI State-Funded Jobs; Alabama To Follow

State-funded diversity, inclusion and equity positions were recently cut at the University of Florida, while DEI programs are poised to be cut at Alabama’s state-funded public schools and universities.According to news reports, the University of Florida issued a recent memo that said it has slashed...

by Toter - 9 months ago

Nick Young Shares a Spicy NSFW Story of Draya Michele And Gilbert Arenas

In the NBA community, Nick Young has been a fascinating character. All things considered, he is an excellent storyteller with a wealth of tales to share, especially given his journeyman status. He podcasts a lot these days, especially with people like Gilbert Arenas. Arenas takes pleasure in narrati...