Savannah State Update: The funding will support critical infrastructure upgrades and the continued advancement of the university’s Student Wellness and Engagement Facilities Project — a major initiative to modernize aging campus facilities and create vibrant, student-centered spaces that strengthen the overall student experience. “This historic investment reflects what is possible when leaders across the region and state come together with a shared commitment to student success and the future of higher education,” said Whirl. “We are sincerely grateful to the Chatham County Legislative Delegation for their strong advocacy and continued partnership, especially Senator Derek Mallow for helping lead this effort…
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Voices, Votes & Vision: The Latest in Politics & Public Policy The music world is mourning the loss of Foster Sylvers, the former child star whose voice helped propel The Sylvers to R&B stardom in the 1970s. According to multiple reports, Sylvers died on May 30 at the age of 64 following a battle with metastatic prostate cancer. His death was confirmed by his brother and longtime collaborator, Leon Sylvers III. Long before he became a member of The Sylvers, Foster charmed audiences as a solo artist. In 1973, he scored a breakthrough hit with “Misdemeanor,” a song written by…
From Hollywood to Home: Black Voices in Entertainment Almost a year after singer Dua Lipa first confirmed her engagement to actor Callum Turner, the couple have tied the knot in a small town hall ceremony in London. The Sunday afternoon ceremony at Old Marylebone Town Hall was reportedly a legal ceremony attended by a small group of friends and family members. A larger ceremony is planned in Palermo, Italy, in the coming days.Callum Turner and Dua Lipa at the 2026 Vanity Fair Oscar party German LarkinThe Sun reports that the 30-year-old “Levitating” singer and the 36-year-old frontrunner to be the…
Black Athletes in the Spotlight: HBCU Sports & Local Highlights This article is one in a series of features produced in partnership with the Southwestern Athletic Conference, exploring the history of the SWAC from its founding in 1920 to the present day. The series will run during the months of April and May. It could be argued that Arnett “Ace” Mumford is one of the greatest college football coaches you have never heard of — at least outside of HBCU circles. Ace Mumford won six Black College National Championships, including one at Texas College in 1935 and five at Southern…
Wellness That Matters: Black Health News & Community Care Lupus doesn’t ask for permission, and it doesn’t care how strong you are. For Black women, the burden runs even deeper. We are two to three times more likely to develop lupus than white women, more likely to be diagnosed later, and more likely to experience severe complications. And too often, we are navigating all of it alone. That is the gap Mary Wells refused to accept. In 2014, Mary founded the Lupus Support Group for Women of Color (LSGFWOC) after recognizing something that the medical system rarely acknowledges: that Black…
Tomorrow’s Tech, Today: Innovation That Moves Us Forward by Marlon West (FB: marlon.west1 Threads: @stlmarlonwest IG: stlmarlonwest Bluesky: @marlonweststl.bsky.social Spotify: marlonwest) Happy Music Monday!! I hope everyone had a wonderful Mother’s Day weekend for folks. Last week was the 93rd anniversary of James Brown’s birth. I realized that I have never done a playlist devoted solely to the music of The Godfather of Soul, The Hardest Working Man In Show Business, Mr. Dynamite, The Amazing Mr. “Please, Please” himself, James Brown. So it was time to remedy that situation. Like so many artists, he was inspired by preachers in the Black…
From Campus to Classroom: Stories That Shape Education Columbus-Muscogee County A Conviction to Work Muscogee County Prison inmate Anthony Anglin began serving a sentence for robbery in 2016. With a tentative parole date next August, he’s been taking classes – welding, plumbing, logistics, forklift operation and OSHA training – to prepare for life on the outside. Job Preparation for Inmates: Herbert Walker III, warden of Muscogee County Prison, with inmates who are taking a class in welding. Photo credit: Nathan LeDuc “It makes me feel like I have a better chance at being able to succeed rather than turning this…
Stay Informed: Latest News from Across Georgia The Citizen is proud to feature exceptional student-athletes from across our community each week. Whether they’re leading their teams to victory, showing strong character on and off the field, or making steady progress in their sport, these athletes represent the very best of local youth. We celebrate their hard work, dedication, and leadership in schools, leagues, and clubs throughout Fayette and Coweta counties. This week, we’re proud to feature this athlete: Trinity Christian School AJ Brown Student-Athlete Leadership AJ Brown of Trinity Christian School has been named one of six recipients statewide of…
Black Travelers: Explore Culture, Adventure & Connection From its nerve-rattling survival scenes to its dark humor and tense psychological twists, “Send Help” has quickly become one of the most talked-about thrillers of 2026. Directed by Sam Raimi and starring Rachel McAdams alongside Dylan O’Brien, the film follows two co-workers stranded after a devastating plane crash. They must navigate survival, distrust and emotional chaos on a remote island where the dynamics are completely different. Critics and fans alike have praised the movie’s mix of horror, suspense and Raimi’s signature dark comedy style. Beyond the impressive performances and shocking plot twists, audiences…
Global Black Voices: News from around the World The time has come for good vibes to counteract all negative energy and together with his manager/producer, US based, Trinidadian artiste, Mr. Lee it doing what he feels he can, to inject that positivity. “I know the streets. I can tell you about the streets. Badness and the roughness is what they know. If they got the chance to get to know something else, they would do something else,” said the entertainer. His music is refreshing. Afrobeats, coupled with Soul and RnB bring to life, a song on The Only 1 Riddim, that he…