Local Headlines & Updates: The Georgia Department of Transportation (Georgia DOT) is alerting motorists to expect lane closures on I-16 and I-95, beginning August 25th. The closures are part of the ongoing 16@95 Improvement Projects aimed at widening I-16 and reconstructing the I-16/I-95 Interchange. WHAT: Weather permitting, Georgia Department of Transportation (Georgia DOT) construction partners will close interstate lanes at the locations below for the 16@95 Improvement Projects, which will widen Interstate 16 (I-16) and reconstruct the I-16/I-95 Interchange. The lane closures are necessary for widening activities for I-16 and bridge work at the I-16/I-516 Interchange. WHEN/WHERE: Daytime Closures Monday, August…
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Stay Informed: Latest News from Across Georgia NEWTON COUNTY — At the Aug. 19 Newton County Board of Commissioners meeting, Ascension Program Management Project Manager Jeff Prine provided an update on the renovation and preservation efforts at the Historic Jail House. With the update came an additional reallocation of $137,312 in unbudgeted money to complete the efforts.On Feb. 18, the commissioners opted to take a preservationist stance with the old jailhouse, highlighting its significance to Newton County’s history, particularly during the Civil Rights Movement. It was the site where the ‘Newton Six’ were jailed without bond for 45 days following…
Black Travelers: Explore Culture, Adventure & Connection by Nahlah Abdur-Rahman August 24, 2025 Black Scottish TikTok is taking over the internet and encouraging new conversations across the diaspora. While the Black diaspora is vast and can be found almost anywhere, one area’s Black community has appeared relatively under the radar until now. TikTok has seemingly unveiled the existence of Black people living in Scotland. Although Black people have lived in Europe for centuries, Black Scots have become the latest phenomenon on the internet. The rabbit hole into the lives of Black Scottish people opened with one TikToker. Torgi Squire initially…
Global Black Voices: News from around the World Global Paralympic chiefs meet in Grenada for regional progress ST. GEORGE’S, Grenada, CMC – In a historic move for adaptive sports, the Caribbean is set to gain a powerful new advocate. Top officials from the global and regional Paralympic movement will gather in Grenada on Monday to officially launch the groundbreaking Caribbean Adaptive Sports Alliance (CASA). The landmark press conference, hosted by the Grenada Paralympic Committee, will take place at the Public Workers Union (PWU) building in Tanteen on August 25. The high-profile delegation will be led by International Paralympic Committee (IPC)…
City of Savannah: Official News, Events & Community Updates City Officials Release Joint Statement on Savannah Paper Mill Closure SAVANNAH — City leaders are responding to International Paper’s decision to close its Savannah mill, sharing concern for the employees and families affected by this news. City Manager, Jay Melder remarked, “This news is deeply felt across our community. For nearly a century, the mill has been a cornerstone of Savannah commerce, providing livelihoods, supporting families, and shaping generations of employees. Our thoughts are with the hundreds of Savannah employees and their families who will be impacted by this closure.…
Black Voices: News, Culture & Community from Across the Nation Please be sure to vote in cityelectionsNext Tuesday, August 26th. Next Tuesday is an important day for all the municipalities of Greene County. On Tuesday, August 26, 2025, the residents of Eutaw, Forkland, Boligee and Union have city elections to elect a Mayor and City Council members.This is your chance to vote for your local officials. This is your chance to influence the policies and future direction of your local communities. This is your chance to democratically participate to vote for those who will operate your city, set your water,…
Savannah Chatham County Public School System (SCCPS) Update: Business and community leaders gathered with district and school staff at Groves High School on Thursday, August 21, 2025, to cut a ribbon and officially open the new CTAE labs at the Davis-Edwards-Harris Educational Complex. Staff were busy installing “Industrial Academy” signage on doors just before the ceremony as the newly completed labs inside mark a major milestone in workforce readiness for our school district. Purpose-built to support the Aviation Maintenance and Logistics pathways, the building features industry-aligned labs and training spaces that prepare students for high-demand careers at local businesses like…
Food & Beverage News: Insights, Safety, and Dining Trends European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen (left) shakes hands with US President Donald Trump (right) in Turnberry in Scotland on 27 July 2025 after agreeing on a trade deal. Credit: Brendan Smialowski / AFP Europe’s agriculture sector “gets nothing” from the outline deal on trade between the EU and the US, the bloc’s farmers have argued. A “framework agreement” released yesterday (21 August) by Washington and Brussels said the US would levy a 15% on EU goods. Discover B2B Marketing That Performs Combine business intelligence and editorial excellence to reach…
Glow & Grow: Black Beauty, Haircare, and Skincare Tips We’re back! It’s been a while since we’ve connected, and if you’ve noticed the silence … thank you for your patience. Like many small businesses, we’ve had our fair share of unexpected challenges over the past few years. From website issues (a recent malware attack that had us offline for longer than we ever imagined) to supplier changes (still ongoing), tariffs, and even personal family matters, Life Happened. And during it all, one thing stayed on my mind … You. Because if there’s one thing I know for sure, it’s that…
Faith & Reflection: Voices from the Black Church and Beyond Numerous officials within the Roman Catholic religious order known as the Jesuits struggled in the 1970s and 1980s over how to deal with a man whom they knew molested children – but nonetheless was ordained a priest, according to a review of internal correspondence concerning his career.The correspondence about the late Donald B Dickerson stems from a pending Louisiana state court lawsuit filed in June 2024 that alleges he raped a 17-year-old student at the order-run Loyola University New Orleans in 1984. It provides a rare, complex, behind-the-scenes look at…