View The Obituary For Ms. Lynette Taylor. Please join us in Loving, Sharing and Memorializing Ms. Lynette Taylor on this permanent online memorial presented by Campbell and Sons Funeral Home. We celebrate the life and memory of Ms. Lynette Taylor whose death occurred on Sunday, November 16, 2025 at her residence. Public Viewing will be held on Friday, November 28, 2025 from 5:00pm-8:00pm at Campbell and Sons Funeral Home, 2520 Bonaventure Road, Savannah, GA 31404. Celebration of Life Services will be held on Saturday, November 29, 2025 at 11:00am at St. Paul CME Church, 1601 Barnard Street, Savannah, GA 31401.…
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HBCU News Spotlight: Harlem, NY Acclaimed actress, writer, and director Nadhege has launched a fundraising campaign to raise $80,000 for her latest short film project, The Absolute Picture a visually stunning and emotionally rich story about Zoe, a foster-teen artist who bends time when her drawings summon Madam C.J. Walker and Annie Malone to reconcile their truths, so she can stay where she feels safe. This film serves as the first installment in a planned anthology TV series that explores the lives of pioneering Black American women throughout history. At its core, The Absolute Picture follows Zoe, a foster teen…
HBCU News Spotlight: History was made Monday, Oct. 13, when Bethune-Cookman University hosted the first Historically Black Colleges and Universities’ Compass Club Chapter in the United States, the club announced in a recent press release. The Pilot Club of the Halifax Area will serve as its sponsor, providing guidance as the new Compass Club members begin their journey of “friendship and service.” B-CU Freshman Support Specialist Jairus Brown will serve as the club’s school advisor. During the charter ceremony, 16 members were inducted: President Sophia Casseus; President-Elect Zadariya Shanks; Secretary Joshua Rubens; Treasurer Mila Bostik; Qwesi Allen; Kiyona Bailey; Madison…
SAVANNAH- Mrs. Mary Bernadette Hall Jackson, 68 entered eternal rest on Thursday, November 20, 2025 at Memorial Health University Medical Center. She was born in Pensacola, Florida and spent most of her adult life in Savannah. She was a former Office Manager for My Brothaz Home, Inc. for many years. Mary is survived by her husband, Leroy Jackson; daughter, Je’nee Jackson, son, Herman Hall, sister, Tracy Richardson, all of Savannah; 10 grandchildren, 1 great grand child, other relatives and friends. More information can be found at Sexton Hall Funeral Home. [ad-2] Source link
Lowcountry Local News Feature: With chilly weather and winter in full swing, it’s safe to say we are officially in soup season. Keep reading for 12 spots to grab a bowl of soup that feels like a warm hug. If your go-to soup spot didn’t make the list, let the team know. 82 Queen | One of the menu items this downtown favorite is known for is its award-winning she-crab soup. It’s been voted Charleston City Paper’s “Best She-Crab Soup” more than 15 times. Magnolias | On the menu here, you’ll find a delicious blue crab bisque. Or, try the…
Savannah Chatham County Public School System (SCCPS) Update: Savannah Arts Academy was named Class 2AA State Champions after competing in the GHSA One-Act Play Competition on Saturday, November 15, 2025. The Georgia High School Association (GHSA) Class AA One Act Play competition is a regional and state-level event where high schools perform a fully staged play within a 55-minute time limit. The SAA Theatre Department presented a poignant and visually striking production of The Seagull by Anton Chekhov. This recognition celebrates the remarkable talent, discipline, and creative excellence demonstrated by the school’s student performers and technicians. In addition to the overall win, several…
Wellness That Matters: Black Health News & Community Care An annual report from the March of Dimes points to minor improvements in infant and maternal health outcomes. Nationally, the maternal mortality rate returned to pre-pandemic rates but the infant mortality rate showed no change from the previous year. There were five infant deaths per 1,000 live births in 2024 in the United States. In the new report, Georgia gets a failing grade for its pre-term birth rate, or, the rate of babies born too early. Pre-term birth is one of the leading causes of infant mortality. Nearly 12% of births…
HBCU News Spotlight: As Morgan State University’s marching band, the Magnificent Marching Machine, continues to ride high after becoming the first and only historically Black college or university to perform at the D-Day Memorial Parade in France this past June, the ensemble is set to add another historic achievement to its list of accomplishments. During an energy-filled halftime show at Morgan State’s 2024 homecoming game against Lincoln University (Pa.), Dr. Jorim Reid, the university’s director of bands and assistant professor and coordinator of instrumental music, announced that the band has been selected to perform in the 137th Rose Parade on…
=Savannah State Update: Savannah State University (SSU) students earned second place at the Social Entrepreneurship and STEM Pitch Competition recently hosted by Clayton State University in Morrow, Georgia. By finishing in second place – in a field of six teams – the SSU students earned a $1,000 prize and advanced to the regional round of competition. The student team, composed of Ahmad Heaggans, Nehemiah Shanks, Morgan Snipes, and Mikalah Parks, presented a business concept called Empower Migrate. Their project addressed challenges faced by homeless shelters through an innovative technology-based solution. To better understand the issues, the students interviewed Union Mission,…
Game On: Latest in Gaming News, Reviews & Industry Buzz Version 1.13 adds the maiden quest system It’s split into 5 missions explaining all the gameplay mechanics Earn rewards like Salt Crystals for completing missions Price of Glory has been slowly building a small but loyal following in the strategy space, and its latest update feels like the moment it starts opening the door a little wider. Version 1.13 brings its first proper quest system, something fans have been nudging the developers about for a while, and it finally gives new Commanders a way to learn the ropes without getting…