HBCU News Spotlight: Written By Lexx Thornton Howard University announced today a transformative $80 million in unrestricted giving from philanthropist MacKenzie Scott, marking one of the largest single contributions in the University’s history. The gifts include $63 million to Howard University and $17 million to the Howard University College of Medicine, both unrestricted, providing the institution with flexible resources to advance strategic priorities and sustain access and opportunities for students who look to Howard as a beacon of excellence, truth and service. “On behalf of the entire Howard University community, I want to extend my deepest gratitude to Ms. MacKenzie…
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Savannah State Update: Savannah State University (SSU) has received a generous $100,000 donation from Ms. Robin Perrtree, a 2011 graduate of SSU’s master’s program in marine sciences, to support the SSU Dolphin Sciences Lab (SSUDS Lab). Led by Dr. Tara Cox, the SSUDS Lab has been collecting data on Savannah’s local dolphin population since 2009. Using photo-identification—a non-invasive method of tracking individual dolphins over time—the lab has built a long-term dataset that allows researchers to explore complex questions about the local dolphins, including their social relationships, habitat ranges, travel patterns, and calving frequency. Notably, Ms. Perrtree, who is the SSUDS…
HILTON HEAD ISLAND, S.C. (Nov. 5, 2025) – The Town of Hilton Head Island and the Gullah Geechee Historic Neighborhoods Community Development Corporation (CDC) have announced the location of the future CDC headquarters within the building occupied currently by Memory Matters at 117 William Hilton Parkway.A nonprofit organization providing brain health education and memory care services, Memory Matters announced the sale of its building to the Town of Hilton Head Island in early October. The sale is part of the organization’s long-term strategy to strengthen its mission and expand services on Hilton Head Island for individuals and families impacted by dementia.“Someone…
Chatham Area Transit (CAT) Update: 11/6/2025 – Chatham Area Transit Authority (CAT) will operate on a holiday service schedule on Tuesday, November 11, in observance of Veterans Day. CAT’s administrative offices will be closed for business and will resume normal operations on Wednesday, November 12. The holiday schedule will apply to all fixed-route buses and CAT Mobility will operate until 10 p.m. to mirror the fixed-route schedule. Please note that this will impact the frequency and timing of some schedules. The DOT Shuttle will run from 10:30 a.m. – 6:30 p.m., and the Savannah Belles Ferry will operate on its…
Black Athletes in the Spotlight: HBCU Sports & Local Highlights Dawn Thornton is going to be at Alabama A&M for a while. The second-year Bulldogs women’s basketball coach has signed a three-year contract extension, the school announced on Wednesday. “Coach Dawn Thornton has brought a new era of excellence to Alabama A&M women’s basketball. Her commitment to developing student-athletes both on and off the court, her strategic acumen, and her passion for HBCU athletics have made an immediate impact. Extending her contract reflects our confidence in her leadership and our shared vision for sustained success,” athletic director Paul Bryant said.…
HBCU News Spotlight: At just 21 years old, Jayden Williams has become the youngest mayor in Stockbridge history, marking a powerful moment for both his city and the HBCU community. A senior political science major at Clark Atlanta University, Williams’ victory represents a generational shift in leadership — proof that today’s HBCU students are stepping up to lead cities, drive innovation, and amplify the voices of young Black changemakers. Williams’ campaign theme, “Ready to Lead Together,” resonated with voters who were eager for fresh leadership and new energy in local government. “I’m asking for leadership and a new direction,” Williams…
Global Black Voices: News from around the World The bloody aftermath of the takeover of the city of El Fasher by Sudanese paramilitaries has put a spotlight back on the alleged role of the United Arab Emirates in Sudan’s metastasising civil war. Arms trafficking monitors, rights groups and Sudan’s army-backed government have repeatedly accused the UAE of funnelling weapons and resources to the Rapid Support Forces. The militia — whose leader Mohamed Hamdan Dagalo, known as Hemeti, has since 2023 been locked in a power struggle with his former allies in the Sudanese Armed Forces — was accused by the…
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Aging Well: News & Insights for Seniors and Caregivers Jackie Nace, our Resident Wellness Director, shapes how The Residence at Fitz Farm feels every day. She takes the time to learn what makes each resident unique — listening to their stories and encouraging them to pursue hobbies that keep their minds and spirits sharp. She notices when someone isn’t themselves and finds a way to reconnect. Jackie leads with presence and purpose. She builds relationships, not routines. She builds trust, not transactions. That energy spreads. Residents engage more. Families stay involved. Team members support each other because they see connection…