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by Toter - 9 months ago

Findings: Hunters Point Community Toxic Registry

The registry you are reading about here is a major milestone for the Hunters Point community and all communities worldwide trying to cope with man made deadly toxicity left behind on closed military bases. “This is five years worth of work and our culminating achievement,” exclaims Dr. Sumchai. 2...

by Toter - 9 months ago

400 Schools Across Tennessee Earn Reward School Designation

NASHVILLE, TN (TN Tribune) — The Tennessee Department of Education announced state school and district designations for the 2022-23 school year, including Reward schools, Exemplary districts, and In Need of Improvement districts. These designations are based on various performance indicators, inclu...

by Toter - 9 months ago

After J.J. Redick Attacks Doc Rivers, Austin Rivers Responds

J.J Redick went off on Doc Rivers and this didn’t sit down well with Austin Rivers. The NBA season for 2023–2024 doesn’t start until Thursday night, when the Association’s All-Stars return to their clubs and get ready to play. However, in the meanwhile, NBA discussion has taken ove...

Lifestyle / News Talk - 9 months ago

8 Black-owned businesses to support in Athens

The month of February marks Black History Month, and the origins of this celebration date back to 1915. Carter G. Woodson and Jesse E. Moorland founded the Association for the Study of Negro Life and History. Now known as the Association for the Study of African American Life and History, or ASALH...

by Toter - 9 months ago

Sekou Odinga, Black liberation fighter, passes at 79

Sekou Odinga – Photo courtesy of the Jericho Movement by Natalia Marques Sekou Odinga, a former United States political prisoner for 33 years stemming from his involvement in the Black liberation movement, passed away on Jan. 12. Odinga was a part of several of the most impactful organizations...

by Toter - 9 months ago

Pierre Excited Over Guyana President’s Visit

Prime Minister Philip J. Pierre is excited over Wednesday’s visit to Saint Lucia by Guyana’s President, Dr. Irfaan Ali. “We are excited to have him,” Pierre told reporters regarding the visit, during which Ali will address a joint parliament session. The Saint Lucia Prime Min...