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Ron OJ Parson Talks the Power and Relevance of ‘East Texas Hot Links’ in Exclusive Q&A

“East Texas Hot Links” actors Alfred H. Wilson, Kelvin Roston Jr., and Willie B. (Photo Credit: Michael Brosilow). The play “East Texas Hot Links” crackles with charm, urgency and fire, making it as relevant today as it was wh...

Chicago Sky Fire HC Teresa Weatherspoon; Rookie Angel Reese ‘Heartbroken’

Photo Credit: Jason Grohoske, Wikimedia Commons Chicago Sky Head Coach Teresa Weatherspoon has reportedly been fired, and one of the team’s biggest stars isn’t happy about it.& According to a report in the Chicago Sun-Times, the Sky...

‘Dangerous’ Hurricane Helene Could Bring ‘Unsurvivable’ Storm Surge

Photo: Getty Images Hurricane Helene is a “dangerous” storm expected to make landfall in Florida on Thursday (Sept. 26) evening, according to the National Hurricane Center. Reports state Hurricane Helene has strengthened to a major Cate...

USPS Unveils Kwanzaa Stamp to Celebrate African American Heritage

The latest Kwanzaa stamp, inspired by a live performance and featuring vibrant artwork by Ekua Holmes, was introduced at a special ceremony in partnership with the Association for the Study of African American Life and History (ASALH) at the Heinz Hi...

Kirk Franklin’s Reunion Tour Lights Up Chicago with Gospel Legends

Kirk Franklin performs at The Reunion Tour at UIC’s Credit Union 1 Arena (Photo Credit: Instagram). The Credit Union 1 Arena at the University of Illinois at Chicago is the school’s home for basketball, but on Friday (Sept. 20th), the venue was...

CHIEF DONALD STAFFORD

December 14, 1934 — September 16, 2024 CHIEF DONALD A. STAFFORD, a distinguished leader and dedicated public servant, passed away on September 16, 2024 at the age of 89. Born on December 14, 1934, he made significant contributions to the community, l...

Being Given a Great Entrustment II Timothy 2:1-26

Rev. Johnny C. Smith,Pastor – Mount MoriahMissionary Baptist Church The Pastoral Epistle of II Timothy is viewed as Paul’s last will and testament that offers comfort and it challenges a timid and faithful spiritual son (Timothy) to be courageous in...

Legal Notice – RFP Event No. 251 – Regional Transportation Authority (RTA)

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Are You Raising One of the Next Generation of Hoodlums: Always Doing Your Best

Dr Joyce Teal Make it clear to your son that you have the expectation that he will always do his best. Assist and encourage him to internalize this concept to the extent that he is displeased with himself when he does not put his best foot forward. Y...