Empowering Black Entrepreneurship: Stories of Success, Strategy & Growth by Cedric ‘BIG CED’ Thornton June 10, 2025 He and his wife are now residents in the gated community of Deerwood Country Club. Travis Hunter has purchased a $3.275 million home in Deerwood Country Club, the Jacksonville, Florida-based gated community . According to The Jacksonville Daily Record, the Heisman Trophy winner with the University of Colorado and the second player selected in this year’s NFL Draft, bought an 8,125-square-foot, two-story, five-bedroom, seven-bathroom home that has a four-car garage. Records show that the Jacksonville Jaguars rookie bought the 13-room home on May…
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From Hollywood to Home: Black Voices in Entertainment Chile! The 2025 BET Awards came with surprises, standout looks, and a little post-show buzz. And, Claressa Shields was at the center of it all. After Angel Reese snagged the “Sportswoman of the Year” award, Claressa took to X to voice her disappointment, sparking a wave of reactions online. RELATED: Don’t Play With Her! Claressa Shields Claps Back At Trolls For Speaking On Her Relationship With Papoose Claressa Shields Clears Up Comments On Losing Award At the 2025 BET Awards, Angel Reese was honored with the “Sportswoman of the Year” award, surpassing…
Black Athletes in the Spotlight: HBCU Sports & Local Highlights FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. (WSAV) — This past offseason was a defining moment for Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. The No. 8 overall pick from the 2024 draft was deemed the starter after the Falcons finished last season with an overtime loss to the Carolina Panthers. Penix starting for the Falcons will not be completely brand new. Last year, as a rookie, he started the final three games of the regular season while Atlanta was in the hunt for a wild-card playoff spot. In those three starts, the team went 1-2…
Wellness That Matters: Black Health News & Community Care SAVANNAH, Ga. (WSAV) – The Coastal Health District HIV Prevention Program is partnering with Walgreens to hold free HIV testing events to commemorate National HIV Testing Day (NHTD). This year’s NHTD events will be held on Friday, June 27, at these Walgreens locations in Chatham and Glynn counties: 2109 E. Victory Drive, Savannah: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. 11509 Abercorn Street, Savannah: 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. 700 E. DeRenne Avenue, Savannah: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. 4210 Augusta Road, Garden City: 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. 4575 Altama Avenue, Brunswick:…
Tomorrow’s Tech, Today: Innovation That Moves Us Forward In a recent appearance on “Meet the Press,” former President Donald Trump has once again ignited widespread concern over his mental health. Observers and critics have been quick to express their alarm, with some going as far as to suggest that Trump’s cognitive abilities are severely deteriorating. During the interview, Trump’s responses and behavior reportedly raised red flags for those watching. His comments and mannerisms led many to question whether there is a genuine issue with his mental faculties. One commentator even bluntly stated, “Dude’s brain is gone,” highlighting the severity of…
From Campus to Classroom: Stories That Shape Education June 10, 2025 Columbus Ledger-Enquirer Kala Hunter reports, over the past 18 years, coal power in Georgia has seen a precipitous decline. Between 2007 and 2013, coal power generation was cut in half, dropping from 66% of the Georgia Power energy mix to 32%. June 10, 2025 Georgia Trend – Exclusive! Christy Simo reports, shortyly after Gov. Brian Kemp announced he will not run for the U.S. Senate in 2026, U.S. Rep. Buddy Carter (District 1) announced he will enter the race. Insurance Commissioner John King was the second Republican to…
Stay Informed: Latest News from Across Georgia Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens speaks during a press conference on Tuesday, June 3, 2025 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo: Itoro N. Umontuen/The Atlanta Voice) Cypress 595 is a 1500-unit preservation project across the Old Fourth Ward. The project, led by Wingate, has 77 “deeply affordable” units. Persons making less than 60% of the area median income can qualify, according to Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens. Many will accept Section 8 vouchers, which are used to subsidize rent for lower-income residents. Dickens emphasized the importance of affordable housing, noting 6,700 units built and 5,000 under construction.…
Black Travelers: Explore Culture, Adventure & Connection by Kandiss Edwards June 10, 2025 Kelis says she has a general distrust of the formal education systems. Grammy-nominated singer Kelis is using AI to educate her children. The singer spoke with the hosts of the Earn Your Leisure podcast about her children’s education while being a world traveler. According to Kelis, she has a general distrust of the regimented education system. Furthermore, her lifestyle is not conducive to her children being in a brick-and-mortar institution. “I’m not big on the system to begin with. I just never felt like it served us and…
Global Black Voices: News from around the World As dancehall music maintains its steady global presence, Jamaican artiste, Busy Signal joins forces again with longtime collaborator and veteran producer Junior Brown – (IAmNuhRush to kick off the bashment season with a new single, “Party Next Door.”PHOTO CREDIT: WALTER RUSSELLThe track, which is available on all digital platforms via Nuh Rush Records and Distributed by Tuff Gong International, hears the duo serve up big party vibes on the bass-heavy single. “For me, the verse speaks for itself: ‘Turning up the dancehall, take it back to basic, original dem cah replace it,” said Busy on the song’s lyrics.The…
Black Voices: News, Culture & Community from Across the Nation Movie Overview: Bad Shabbos is a chaotic, culture-clashing comedy elevated by an unexpectedly brilliant performance from Method Man. With sharp writing, quirky characters, and a madcap plot, director Daniel Robbins’ latest indie delivers laughs — even if it’s a bit uneven. This comedy can thank a breakout performance by the 53-year-old rapper Method Man (Wu-Tang Clan) for pulling it across the finish line. Shabbos is the day of rest for Jewish culture. Seventh day of the week, and it falls on Saturday, though traditional Shabbat meals generally happen on a…