Aging Well: News & Insights for Seniors and Caregivers Kitchen Assistive Devices for the Elderly: Key TakeawaysKitchen assistive devices for the elderly improve safety and reduce riskKitchen assistive devices for the elderly can help make everyday tasks more manageableKitchen gadgets for the elderly can help with memory and daily routinesDid you know grip strength is a key sign of overall health in older adults?A recent study even recommends it as part of routine checkups to spot early signs of frailty.So, if Mom or Dad is still the top chef at home, keep an eye on how smoothly they’re moving around…
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Real Estate News & Market Insights: We Buy Houses companies in Bluffton typically follow a similar streamlined process: You submit information about your Bluffton property online or by phone. They assess the home’s value using local market data and an on-site visit. You receive a no-obligation cash offer, often within 24 to 48 hours. If you accept, they can close in as little as 7 to 14 days. Some Bluffton cash buyers fix and flip homes, while others rent them out or hold them as long-term investments. In general, they aim to purchase homes for below market value in order…
Black Arts & Culture Feature: By D. Kevin McNeir | Special to The AFRO Shanna Ward, the owner of a publishing company and insurance agency located in Columbus, Ohio, said the elders in her family often say she inherited her entrepreneurial spirit from one of their ancestors – a formerly enslaved child from Virginia whose freedom came through manumission in 1827. For years, she wanted to know more about her ancestor John T. Ward, she said, and her curiosity eventually became an obsession, leading her to become the genealogist for her family. And so, for more than a decade, she set…
Glow & Grow: Black Beauty, Haircare, and Skincare Tips The five-time Grammy winner returns with her first solo album in five years, featuring Davido, Ayra Starr, Quavo, PJ Morton and the Soweto Gospel Choir in a genre-blending celebration of African music, resilience and hope. After five years without a solo release, global music icon Angélique Kidjo is stepping back into the spotlight with a bold new project. Her forthcoming album HOPE!!, set for release on April 24 via Warner Music France, promises to be a vibrant celebration of resilience, collaboration and the enduring global influence of African music. The five-time…
Savannah Chatham County Public School System (SCCPS) Update: On Tuesday, March 10, 2026, representatives from Georgia United Credit Union stopped by West Chatham Elementary School for a special surprise. The school has been selected for one of five GUCU School Crashers grant projects this year. West Chatham Elementary Principal Bridget Bryant-Gordon nominated her school for the makeover grant to design a private calming space for over-stressed students to process their emotions. This new SEL sensory classroom will be a great benefit to West Chatham Elementary as it will allow them to continue providing a supportive and inclusive learning environment. This sensory…
City of Savannah: Official News, Events & Community Updates City of Savannah Welcomes Monique Williams as Press Secretary SAVANNAH — The City of Savannah is pleased to announce the hiring of Monique Williams as Press Secretary for the Office of Marketing and Communications, effective March 9, 2026. Williams brings more than 25 years of experience across print, radio, television, corporate communications, public relations, strategic communications, public affairs, executive leadership, and community engagement in both the public and private sectors. An Emmy-nominated veteran journalist, columnist, writer, and speechwriter, Williams is widely respected for her impactful storytelling and commitment to public service.…
From Hollywood to Home: Black Voices in Entertainment Hip-hop is back on top in 2026. Late last year, Billboard reported that hip-hop’s market share dropped from 30 percent in 2020 to 24 percent in 2025, which sparked debates among fans and critics about whether rap was losing its selling power or simply resetting.The start of this year proves the genre is thriving. So far, albums from J. Cole, A$AP Rocky and Don Toliver, among others, have earned big sales numbers with their respective projects.A$AP Rocky had quite the impressive start in 2026. In January, the Harlem rhymer, who hadn’t dropped an album in eight years, released his eagerly-awaited album,…
Empowering Black Entrepreneurship: Stories of Success, Strategy & Growth Transcat, Inc. (Nasdaq: TRNS) (“Transcat” or the “Company”), a leader in test measurement, control and calibration, announced the appointment of Jaime Irick as President and Chief Executive Officer, effective March 29, 2026. The Board also appointed Mr. Irick to the Transcat Board of Directors as of March 29, 2026, where he will serve on the Executive Committee. As previously announced, Lee D. Rudow is retiring from his role as CEO and from the Board, and will be a senior advisor to the Company through March 2027. “Jaime is a proven C-suite executive…
From Hollywood to Home: Black Voices in Entertainment Britney Spears‘ mugshot will not be released publicly after her DUI arrest earlier this month, Us Weekly can confirm. The Ventura County Sheriff’s Office told Us on Tuesday, March 10, that Spears’ booking photo “does not fall within the requirements and is considered discretionary.” An official at the California sheriff’s office added, “It is our practice to release booking photos for violent crimes or when an individual is an immediate threat to the public. The charges being brought against Brittany Spears does not warrant release in accordance with our policy.” (TMZ was…
Black Athletes in the Spotlight: HBCU Sports & Local Highlights Michael Vick’s Second Season Begins at Norfolk State Michael Vick’s second season leading the Norfolk State Spartans football program is beginning to take shape. The Spartans released their 2026 football schedule, unveiling a 12-game slate that blends traditional HBCU football rivalries, regional matchups, and high-profile road trips against FBS opponents. The schedule also marks the second chapter in Vick’s evolving journey from NFL icon to HBCU head coach. For a program that endured a difficult first season under the former quarterback, 2026 represents something bigger than just another schedule. It…