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City of Pooler Neighborhood Update: Uploaded 9/ 12/ 2025 The Department of Homeland Safety and security’s Federal Emergency situation Management Agency has actually released a preliminary Flooding Insurance Rate Map (FIRM) , and where suitable, Flood Insurance Research Study (FIS) report, mirroring suggested flood risk determinations within Chatham Region, Georgia and Incorporated Areas. These flooding risk decisions may consist of the addition or alteration of Base Flooding Elevations, base flood depths, Unique Flooding Danger Location boundaries or area classifications, or the regulative floodway. Technical info or comments are solicited on the recommended flooding danger determinations shown on the initial company…

Voices, Votes & Vision: The Latest in Politics & Public Policy For immediate release: August 5, 2025 Philip “Phil” Ridgway has been promoted to vice president of Product Development for Federal Reserve Financial Services (FRFS), effective June 1. He previously served as assistant vice president in the same area since 2020. In his new role, Ridgway will lead product development for Check and FedACH. Ridgway’s Federal Reserve career started at the Kansas City Fed in 2013 as a lead enterprise architect for Check and FedACH Retail Payment Technology Services. He joined the Atlanta Fed in 2016 as a product development…

Black Athletes in the Spotlight: HBCU Sports & Local Highlights FAMU has been officially reprimanded and fined by the SWAC following the controversy surrounding comments made by its longtime band announcer during Saturday’s football game against Alabama State University. The SWAC announced on Tuesday that Florida A&M University will face a $10,000 fine and that its public address announcer will be suspended for the next two games. The SWAC’s Decision According to the league office, the actions fall under the SWAC Principles and Standards of Sportsmanship. The governing body said it issued the reprimand in direct response to “inappropriate comments…

Wellness That Matters: Black Health News & Community Care Fall brings a change you can feel. The air is cooler, the days are shorter, and everything starts to move a little differently. For many, though, autumn still feels busy. The calendar fills, and expectations pile up. But this season can be something else, a reset, a return to yourself, a chance to feel more grounded. We spoke with clinical pharmacist Dr. Christina Madison and therapist Nedra Glover Tawwab, a New York Times bestselling author, to explore how to navigate this season with greater ease and clarity. Calm Mornings Picture a…

Tomorrow’s Tech, Today: Innovation That Moves Us Forward Black Ambition, the nonprofit founded by Pharrell Williams, has announced the 40 finalists for its 2025 cohort, highlighting its mission to support diverse founders and reduce the racial wealth gap through innovation and investment. The finalists represent a diverse array of bold ideas, rooted in creativity, resilience, and community impact. Their ventures span industries from technology to consumer products, showcasing the power of diverse leadership.  As the finalists advance, they join a growing community of ambitious leaders determined to reimagine the business landscape. The 2025 cohort reflects the organization’s continued commitment to…

City of Savannah: Official News, Events & Community Updates SAVANNAH – Sixth District Alderman Kurtis Purtee will hold a town hall meeting for residents on Wednesday, Oct. 8 at 6 p.m. to provide an update on the Community Center at Windsor Forest. The City announced the location of the new Community Center in April of this year. An advisory workgroup, comprised of representatives from local organizations and key City of Savannah personnel, was formed to help guide the development process. The Community Center at Windsor Forest is part of the Southside/Windsor Forrest Community Recreation Facility initiative under the umbrella of Recreation…

Black Travelers: Explore Culture, Adventure & Connection by Nahlah Abdur-Rahman September 23, 2025 Founded by HBCU graduates, Camp Yoshi is redefining the outdoor experience with its elevated trips to nowhere. “Trips to Nowhere” are a speciality of Camp Yoshi. The Black-owned outdoors group has a mission to not only diversify America’s outdoors movement, but provide elevated eco-adventures that tie community with sustainability. Founded in 2020 by HBCU grads and siblings, Rashad and Ron Frazier, alongside Rashad’s wife, Shequeita, the idea sparked during the beginning stages of the Covid-19 pandemic. As former New York-based chef with an affinity for nature, Frazier’s southern…

Global Black Voices: News from around the World While many know the miracle of Renée Elise Goldsberry’s career, few may know the miracle of her family. Her new documentary, “Satisfied,” which began its limited theatrical run on Tuesday, September 30, 2025, puts both stories side by side. The 54-year-old actress and singer—best known for originating the role of Angelica Schuyler in “Hamilton,” a performance that earned her the 2016 Tony Award—has long been candid about her struggles with fertility. She revealed to People magazine that she experienced pregnancy loss five times before welcoming her son Benjamin, now 16, with her…

Black Voices: News, Culture & Community from Across the Nation It is a common myth that important elections only take place every 2 or 4 years. Local elections often take place every year, and because turnout is lower, your vote can actually make even more of a difference.  America has 19,000 cities, towns, and villages with different governmental structures. But they all elect officials to carry out 3 government functions: Executive, Legislative and Legal. The Mayor or City Manager implements the Executive functions; the City Council or Commissioners implement Legislative; and the District Attorney or City Attorney implement Legal functions.…

Scientific study & Exploration: Discover the Globe Via Study and Advancement The Trump administration has actually set up banners throughout government sites condemning Democrats for the federal government closure, and occasionally, coldly supporting Head of state Donald Trump. One banner on the USA Division of Farming’s website claims, “The Radical Left Democrats folded the federal government,” including that “President Trump has in fact made it clear he desires to preserve the federal government open and sustain those that feed, gas, and clothe the American individuals.” Various other sites show comparable messages, with a banner on the Department of the Treasury…