Stay Informed: Latest News from Across Georgia While it seems like an eternity ago, if I try hard enough I can almost remember the muted moment as I stood on my high school track, waiting for the split second when I would start to build up speed to continue the momentum of the baton that was about to be placed in my hands by my teammate running the 4×400 relay with me. It was not a moment that happened haphazardly. This passoff had been done hundreds of times over the course of the season–to magically time one person’s momentum to…
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Black Travelers: Explore Culture, Adventure & Connection As part of its 25th anniversary celebration, JetBlue is rewarding its most adventurous travelers with one of its most generous loyalty offers ever. The airline’s new ‘25 for 25’ promotion gives TrueBlue® members the chance to earn up to 350,000 bonus points and a staggering 25 years of Mosaic 1 status just by exploring JetBlue’s growing network of destinations. From June 25 through December 31, 2025, TrueBlue members can unlock milestone rewards based on how many unique JetBlue destinations they fly to: 15 destinations = 150,000 bonus points 20 destinations = An additional…
Local Impact Spotlight: Georgia is one of the fastest growing states in the United States that makes it easy to do business for importers, exporters and companies looking for a long-term growth advantage. CNBC ranks the state #1 in U.S. infrastructure in America’s Top States for Business – and Area Development ranks Georgia as the Top State to Do Business for 11 consecutive years Savannah is the fastest growing area in the Peach state and Atlanta is the business hub of the Southeast region. Georgia Ports operates the national gateway ports of Savannah and Brunswick that enable customers to compete…
Global Black Voices: News from around the World [Photo: ferristexas.gov] A Statement from the City Manager’s Office FERRIS, TX – Dear Friends and Neighbors,As many of you may have seen, a recent post was shared on social media by a nontraditional journalist regarding an incident involving the City of Ferris Department of Public Safety (DPS). We respect the role that independent voices and citizen journalists play in elevating public discourse. At the same time, a single perspective may not provide the full scope of events or the necessary context. The City of Ferris, its Department of Public Safety, and…
City of Savannah: Official News, Events & Community Updates City of Savannah to Celebrate Installment of Sixth New Splash Pad SAVANNAH – The City of Savannah’s Recreation and Leisure Services Department will host a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Wednesday, July 9 at 10 a.m. to celebrate the opening of a new splash pad built under the Recreation Re-Imagined initiative. Since 2021, the City has opened six new splashpads and renovated or replaced six splash pads expanding the Recreation and Leisure Services Department’s aquatic offerings to 16 including the four pools managed by the City. Under Recreation Re-Imagined’s major investment…
Black Voices: News, Culture & Community from Across the Nation When you think of the next generation of photographers, Christian Cody’s name should come to mind. Black photographers play a crucial role in the world of imagery, bringing unique perspectives and narratives that have often been overlooked or underrepresented. Their work challenges stereotypes, breaks down barriers, and sheds light on the diverse experiences and cultures within the Black community. By capturing and documenting moments of history, culture, and everyday life, Black photographers contribute to a more inclusive and accurate representation of today’s society. The biggest impact of Black photographers is…
Tech Trends & Innovation: The Latest in Tech News Mortgage rates have typically fallen during recessionary periods. Douglas Rissing/Getty ImagesIn today’s news cycle, recession headlines come and go. Amid trade war anxieties, stock market roller-coaster rides and global conflict, no one is hoping for a major economic setback — except recessions have often created more favorable conditions for mortgage rates. Since the beginning of 2025, average 30-year fixed mortgage rates have been stuck in the high 6.5% to 7% range. Most housing experts, myself included, aren’t expecting rates to move much lower by the end of 2025. What would cause mortgage rates to drop? Could buying a home…
Game On: Latest in Gaming News, Reviews & Industry Buzz When Nintendo Switch 2 pre-orders began earlier this year, console stock was available at a range of US stores — except for the biggest online retailer out there, Amazon.com.The lack of Switch 2 consoles and games for sale in the US via Amazon has been frequently remarked upon, but never explained. And now, Nintendo itself has denied a Bloomberg report that discusses an alleged ongoing issue between the Mario maker and Jeff Bezos’ megacorp over third-party resellers.As IGN reported earlier this month, new first-party Nintendo games have been almost completely…
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Food & Beverage News: Insights, Safety, and Dining Trends Listen to the article 3 min This audio is auto-generated. Please let us know if you have feedback. Instant ramen pioneer Nissin Foods is moving beyond the cup and into frozen foods with an offering aimed at GLP-1 users and other health-conscious consumers looking for nutrient-dense meals. Kanzen Meal is the Japanese company’s first U.S. innovation in the single-serve frozen meal category and one it hopes will fill a void in the freezer aisle. Healthier frozen food brands largely focus on restricting calories, Bob Little, Kanzen Meal’s CEO, said in an…