Black Background & Cultural Perspectives: There’s a great deal of reporting that the Trump administration and some red states like Florida and Texas do not desire you having accessibility to a great deal of product involving race and sexuality. Especially how those concerns have actually been managed traditionally in America. The books most outlawed over the previous 10 years include: The Color Purple by Alice Walker. The Hate U Give by Angie Thomas, Cherished by Toni Morrison, The Bluest Eye by Toni Morrison, and All Boys Aren’t Blue by George M. Johnson. Regulations in at the very least one‑third of…
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Aging Well: News & Insights for Seniors and Caregivers especially following oil spills that contaminate highly productive coastal waters.Waves may disperse oil slicks into the water column, presenting contact and ingestion hazards for fish and suspension-feeding organisms. However, most oils are buoyant and rarely penetrate more than a few tens of meters into the water column and tend to return to the sea surface in calmer seas. Volatile components of oil present inhalation hazards for seabirds, turtles, and marine mammals that may lead to death. Oil driven toward shorelines presents contact or smothering hazards for organisms that inhabit or traverse…
Real Estate News & Market Insights: A home tour is often a buyer’s first opportunity to imagine what daily life could look like in a property. While some buyers walk in hoping to find the right fit, small details can quickly change their perception and cause them to move on. Sometimes, the reason is straightforward: the home may feel overpriced, require more work than expected, or lack features the buyer considers essential. Other times, it is a combination of smaller concerns that create uncertainty about whether the home will be the right investment. From growing markets like Nashville, TN to…
Black Voices: News, Culture & Community from Across the Nation Nearly a decade after his NFL career came to an abrupt end, Colin Kaepernick has demonstrated that success isn’t always measured by wins on the football field. The former San Francisco 49ers quarterback, whose decision to kneel during the national anthem in 2016 to protest racial injustice and police brutality ignited one of the most polarizing debates in sports history, has transformed himself from an unemployed athlete into a businessman, media executive and technology entrepreneur with an estimated net worth of about $20 million. Kaepernick last played in the NFL…
City of Savannah: Official News, Events & Community Updates City of Savannah Opening Cooling Centers Amid Extreme Heat SAVANNAH – The City of Savannah is opening cooling facilities due to a heat advisory in effect for Monday, July 27, 2026, and expected similar conditions Tuesday, July 28, and Wednesday, July 29. What to Know: Heat advisory in effect Monday, July 27, 11:00am – 7:00pm; Similar conditions expected Tuesday, July 28, and Wednesday, July 29 Heat index values up to 110 degrees expected Coastal South Carolina/Georgia Corridor are impacted areas Elevated temperatures and high humidity may cause heat-related illnesses What to Do: The Occupational…
Glow & Grow: Black Beauty, Haircare, and Skincare Tips Have you ever noticed that your skin looks dull, feels tight, or seems less radiant during the summer, even though the weather is warm and humid? Many people assume these signs mean they need a heavier moisturizer. In reality, the issue may be dehydration rather than dryness. Hydration is one of the most overlooked aspects of skin care, yet it plays a vital role in maintaining a healthy-looking complexion. This is especially true for melanin-rich skin, which can still experience dehydration despite producing natural oils. Understanding how hydration works—and how to…
Savannah Chatham County Public School System (SCCPS) Update: Reading is one of the most important skills a child develops, and families play a powerful role in helping children build strong literacy habits. T o support parents and caregivers, Georgia Public Broadcasting (GPB), in partnership with the Georgia Department of Education, has created Raising a Reader, a series of short videos and resources designed to help families encourage reading at every stage of a child’s development. The series offers practical tips, age-appropriate strategies, and simple ways to make reading a meaningful part of daily life. Whether your child is just beginning…
Local Impact Spotlight: When you head outside, don’t forget the bug spray – that’s the message from the Coastal Health District after three mosquito samples in Chatham County tested positive for West Nile Virus (WNV). Chatham County Mosquito Control regularly traps mosquitoes throughout the county to test for viruses that can spread from mosquitoes to people. The information is used to direct mosquito control efforts and to warn residents to take precautions. These are the first positive WNV tests in the Coastal Health District mosquito population this summer. Peak mosquito season typically runs from late summer through fall. Mosquito bites…
From Hollywood to Home: Black Voices in Entertainment Experienced by Kimatni D. Rawlins, Automotive Rhythms There are reveals, and then there are unveilings that require realignment of one’s understanding of what a Range Rover represents. Standing inside JLR’s Electric Propulsion Manufacturing Centre (EPMC) in Wolverhampton, UK, I witnessed the Range Rover Grand Tourer in the flesh. The 5th sibling of the stately SUV family arrives with steady confidence, striking dimensions, and a technology-oriented yet comforting interior. Call it a sports car in a tuxedo. That’s not hyperbole. The prototype showcased at EPMC was clad in a two-tone white-and-graphite-gray paint combination,…
Black Athletes in the Spotlight: HBCU Sports & Local Highlights Savannah Steel falter late in Game 3 loss to Jacksonville WavesSAVANNAH, Ga. —The Savannah Steel squandered a late lead Sunday and fell 69-57 to the Jacksonville Waves at Enmarket Arena, giving Jacksonville a 3-0 lead in the best-of-five series.Savannah led 45-42 entering the fourth quarter after a strong defensive effort, including a second quarter in which it held Jacksonville to nine points for a 30-23 halftime advantage. But the Waves took control in the final 10 minutes, outscoring the Steel 27-12.The Steel struggled offensively, shooting 38.1% from the field and…