Voices, Votes & Vision: The Latest in Politics & Public Policy Waking up on Easter Sunday in a Black home is a sensory symphony. The air is thick with the scent of heavy starch and the rhythmic hiss of a hot iron gliding over Sunday’s finest. Every pleat is sharpened and every lapel is pressed to crisp perfection—because while the day is dedicated to serving the Lord, the walk to the sanctuary has always been about serving a look that honors the ancestors. For generations, “Sunday Best” has been far more than a fashion statement; it is a legacy of…
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Local Voices. Statewide Impact. Stay Informed with Bulloch County News Georgia Southern University is once again hosting Romanian lecturer Mihaela Udristioiu, Ph.D., as a Fulbright research scholar fellow. This marks her second visit, driven by a persistent curiosity to explore physics education and environmental science. Romanian lecturer Mihaela Udristioiu, Ph.D. has returned to Georgia Southern University for her second time as a Fulbright research scholar fellow. “I was always a curious child,” said Udristioiu. “I love questions. The answers we find help us better understand the beauty of nature and the laws that govern our universe.” That curiosity is what…
Black Voices: Automotive News Across the Nation Episode 2: “The VIP Advantage — How COD Changes the Service Experience”Most drivers think the service department is just about oil changes and repairs. In reality, it’s where time, trust, and money can either work for you — or against you.In this episode of The Color of Our Money Is Green — The Weekly Automotive Report, Roosevelt Gist explains how structured access changes the service experience. Instead of walking into a dealership uncertain about pricing, wait times, or recommendations, COD users enter through a defined channel designed to reduce friction and increase clarity.Dealers…
Black Voices: Automotive News Across the Nation For generations, African American consumers have navigated the automotive marketplace without always having full transparency, structured access, or clear information. This weekly automotive report is designed to change that. Hosted by Roosevelt Gist, The Color of Our Money Is Green focuses on fairness, clarity, and financial awareness in car buying and vehicle ownership. From understanding dealer-authorized savings to reducing friction, protecting your time, and making informed decisions, each episode builds a framework that helps consumers move with confidence. While this series speaks directly to the Black community — where access, information, and trust…
Black Voices: Automotive News Across the Nation 2026 Lincoln Navigator Black Label Review | Luxury 3‑Row Family SUV WalkaroundLooking at big luxury SUVs like Escalade, GLS, X7, Yukon Denali, or Grand Wagoneer? The 2026 Lincoln Navigator Black Label 4×4 belongs on your list. This full‑size, 7‑passenger SUV is built for families and executives who want maximum comfort, serious tech, and a calm, quiet rideExterior: Presence on 24‑Inch WheelsThe Navigator Black Label is not subtle. The satin aluminum full‑jewel grille, illuminated Lincoln Star, and pixel projector LED headlamps give it a modern, almost concept‑car look, especially at night. On the side,…
Black Voices: Automotive News Across the Nation Open the door, and it’s clear where a big chunk of that roughly $128,000 MSRP goes. The Black Label cabin is drenched in Invitation–themed opulent leather, with rich color contrasts and detailed stitching that feel more boutique than mainstream premium. The materials are consistently high‑grade: leather‑wrapped surfaces, tasteful metal accents, and premium ambient lighting that can softly change the mood after dark.Front passengers are spoiled with Perfect Position seats: 30‑way adjustability for the driver and 28‑way for the front passenger. These aren’t gimmick chairs; they’re designed for serious long‑haul comfort, with fine‑tunable support for…
Black Voices: Automotive News Across the Nation Is the 2026 Subaru Uncharted GT the right electric SUV for buyers who want all-wheel drive, fast charging, useful range, and everyday Subaru practicality? In this detailed AutoNetwork walkaround, Roosevelt Gist takes a close look at the new Subaru Uncharted GT in Coastal Wolf Gray Metallic and focuses on the features real shoppers care about before visiting the dealership. The 2026 Subaru Uncharted GT is a 5-passenger electric SUV with dual electric motors, 338 horsepower, Subaru Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive, 8.2 inches of ground clearance, and an estimated 273 miles of range. It also…
Black Travelers: Explore Culture, Adventure & Connection Nicknames in the Old West had to be earned, not given. “Stagecoach Mary” was no exception. In 1895, “Stagecoach Mary” Fields became the first Black woman contracted by the postal service to deliver the U.S. mail. With her guns and tough demeanor, Fields unfailingly protected her stagecoach and her mail route from wolves and bandits alike. Born enslaved in Tennessee in the early 1830s, once Fields was emancipated at the the end of the Civil War, she traveled around working odd jobs until she eventually made her way to a convent in Toledo,…
Voices, Votes & Vision: The Latest in Politics & Public Policy by Lori Lakin Hutcherson, GBN Founder and Editor-in-Chief Growing up in 1920s New York, Mabel Fairbanks dreamed of becoming a champion figure skater, but was denied entry to ice rinks due to segregation. She learned how to skate in part by eavesdropping on white skating instructors until her local rink manager finally admitted her. (image via Atoy Wilson and the Mabel Fairbanks estate) After her professional career on the ice ended, Fairbanks became a figure skating coach and worked with World Champion pairs team Tai Babilonia and Randy Gardner,…
Black Travelers: Explore Culture, Adventure & Connection by Lori Lakin Hutcherson, GBN Founder and Editor-in-Chief You’ve likely heard of Jack Johnson, the first Black world heavyweight champion boxer and Jesse Owens, the first Black world champion sprinter. But have you ever heard of Marshall “Major” Taylor, the first Black world champion of cycling? Taylor not only was the first African-American world champion in cycling, he might have been the first internationally known sports celebrity ever. Born in 1878 in Indianapolis, Taylor was one of eight children and the son of a formerly enslaved Civil War veteran. In his youth, Taylor…