Empowering Black Entrepreneurship: Stories of Success, Strategy & Growth Curated Black-Owned Gifts for Every Vibe on Your List Looking for the best Black-owned, women-owned gift guide for 2025? Sis, I got you.Every year, I curate my favorite products, brands, and small businesses so you can surprise your loved ones with intentional, beautiful gifts — all while supporting the Black-owned business movement. This year’s guide is packed with everything from beauty and wellness gems to home décor, kids’ gifts, and must-have travel accessories. Whether you’re shopping for the Cozy Queen, the Wellness Goddess, the Jetsetter-Go-Getter, or the Little Pumpkins in your…
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Empowering Black Entrepreneurship: Stories of Success, Strategy & Growth by Cedric ‘BIG CED’ Thornton December 15, 2025 The quarterback may have a new career once he leaves the game Super Bowl champion Russell Wilson has had a career worth talking about, and as a current quarterback with the New York Giants, he is QB3 (Third quarterback behind the Q1 and Q2) and may be nearing the end of his football career. However, with an opportunity to showcase a possibility for when he does leave the game, CBS Sports brought him on board as a guest analyst during the Giants’ bye…
Empowering Black Entrepreneurship: Stories of Success, Strategy & Growth by Sharelle B. McNair December 15, 2025 Court documents revealed Romero has a history of staying in numerous properties around the nation’s capital rent-free for months while going through evictions. A Dec. 11 ruling from a judge found Shadija Romero, a squatter in Washington D.C., had no tenancy rights and sided with homeowner, Rochanne Douglas, in a lengthy court battle, KATV reported. The ruling came after a judge had to ponder whether Romero had legal rights to stay in the home as an Airbnb guest; however, that was before her past came to light. According…
Tomorrow’s Tech, Today: Innovation That Moves Us Forward I’ve used my Oura Ring the past few years to track my sleep, recovery and stress. I’m constantly experimenting with the latest health tech, so I was naturally intrigued when Oura Ring recently partnered with Dexcom’s Stelo, a continuous glucose monitor designed to help everyday people like me understand how food and general eating habits affect our blood sugar and overall health. “By combining Stelo data with Oura’s existing insights, we’re empowering members to better understand the cause-and-effect relationships between eating patterns, energy, mood and recovery — and ultimately make sustainable, science-backed lifestyle changes,” said…
Local Hilton Head News Update: As 2025 comes to a close, we thought it’d be fitting to take a look back at some of the Black-leading and centric TV series that took over the timelines and the culture. While “Paradise” and “Severance” understandably emerged as the frontrunners in the litany of shows released (due in large part to the stellar performances of Sterling K. Brown and Tramell Tillman, respectively)– there were others that also stood out and should be highlighted! From Emayatzy Corinealdi and Lovie Simone, to Brian Tyree Henry and Jabari Banks–Black actors brought their A-game and some truly…
Stay Informed: Latest News from Across Georgia Yolanda White, owner, businesswoman, founder. Photo by Tabius McCoy/The Atlanta Voice Before she became the founder of Dayo Women, a loungewear brand rooted in softness and self-love, Yolanda White built a career in corporate America that spanned decades and multiple industries. A marketer by training with an accounting background, White graduated from Tuskegee University in 1994 with a bachelor’s degree in accounting, followed by an MBA in marketing from Clark Atlanta University in 1998. Her career took her from General Motors to Coca-Cola, where she rose to global group director. But in 2018,…
City of Savannah: Official News, Events & Community Updates SAVANNAH – As part of the City’s ongoing efforts to improve drainage within the Dundee Canal Drainage Basin, the City of Savannah will implement a temporary road closure beginning Monday, Dec. 15, on Louisville Road between Telfair Street and Fair Street. This work is a key component of the City’s 100-year conveyance master plan, which aims to reduce flooding risks. As part of the project, crews will install a double-barrel 3-by-4-foot box culvert to expand drainage capacity and provide meaningful upstream relief north of Louisville Road. Drivers and residents are encouraged to…
Savannah Chatham County Public School System (SCCPS) Update: 17th Annual Student Success Expo Set for January 10th at Davis-Edwards-Harris Complex! Join us for the 17th Annual Student Success Expo and STEM Festival on Saturday, January 10, 2026, at the Davis-Edwards-Harris Educational Complex from 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. In addition to college and career information, attendees will enjoy interactive displays and learn about all public school options across the district while gaining valuable information related to program pathways. The Expo will feature a “Teddy Bear Clinic” which will focus on the Healthcare Science fields and showcase a collaboration between the school district and local healthcare…
Real Estate News & Market Insights: Bridge loan expert Sofia Nadjibi looks at consumers’ biggest objections and misconceptions about bridge loans, so you can help steer them in the right direction Loans for short-term residential financing, now known as bridge loans, have existed since the mid-20th century, yet many real estate agents and loan officers still treat them as an edgy, last-resort strategy. In reality, however, bridge loans are powerful tools for a variety of situations, and understanding how they work can help agents serve clients more efficiently – and win more business. Whether you’re looking for a differentiator to…
Christopher R. Lewis July 19, 1962 — December 14, 2025 Savannah, GA Christopher R. Lewis, born on July 19, 1962, passed away on December 14, 2025. Funeral arrangements are incomplete at this time and will be announced later. Christopher leaves behind a legacy of love and friendship that will not be forgotten. He will be missed dearly by all who knew him. To order memorial trees or send flowers to the family in memory of Christopher R. Lewis, please visit our flower store.