=Savannah State Update: Savannah State University has officially named Clevan Thompson as the head coach of the men’s basketball program. Appointed interim head coach on January 6 after the midseason retirement of former head coach Horace Broadnax, Thompson now becomes the 12th head coach in the history of the program.“We are pleased to officially announce Coach Thompson as the head coach of our men’s basketball program,” Savannah State Director of Athletics Opio Mashariki said. “He has been an integral part of the team’s growth over the past couple of seasons and understands what it takes to build a winning culture.…
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Allendale Community Funeral Home | Allendale, SC in Allendale respectfully announces the passing of Georgia Holmes on June 07, 2025. Source link
Voices, Votes & Vision: The Latest in Politics & Public Policy Editor’s Note: This book excerpt has been lightly edited and condensed. I believe that our lives will shrink or expand in direct proportion to the level of courage we possess. Staying in a space we have outgrown reduces our quality of living. Why be a prisoner to fear when we can live in freedom? That’s why I created Hollywood Confidential, a destination for dreamers who want to move into action. When it comes to pursuing our dreams, we are oftentimes plagued by fear, which we mask as excuses. Sometimes…
Empowering Black Entrepreneurship: Stories of Success, Strategy & Growth Bristol-Myers Squibb Company names Wendy Short Bartie, Executive Vice President, Corporate Affairs. In this role, Wendy will be responsible for advancing our company strategy through strategic communications, corporate social responsibility, corporate marketing and brand reputation, and patient advocacy. Wendy will also oversee the Bristol Myers Squibb Foundation, an independent organization that works to advance the health of underserved populations globally. Wendy also serves as the executive sponsor of the Bristol Myers Squibb PRIDE Alliance. Wendy brings a blend of business acumen and purpose-driven leadership to this role. With degrees in both communications…
From Hollywood to Home: Black Voices in Entertainment A woman’s rooftop proposal is blowing up on TikTok, and her reaction has us crying tears of laughter (and joy), y’all! Sis was stunned when she spotted the “Marry Me” sign, only to realize her man planned the ultimate surprise with their loved ones watching. From dropping her purse while rushing to the display to the comment she made after being asked if she was the bride-to-be, this viral moment is pure comedy and sweet!RELATED: Congrats! Bambi’s Boo Rayface Shocks Her With Surprise Proposal At Her Birthday Bash (VIDEO) Proposal Goes Viral For…
Black Athletes in the Spotlight: HBCU Sports & Local Highlights SAVANNAH, Ga. (WSAV) – Savannah State University (SSU) has officially named Clevan Thompson as the head coach of the men’s basketball program. Thompson was appointed interim head coach on January 6th after former head coach Horace Broadnax retired midseason. Thompson now becomes the 12th head coach in the history of the program. “We are pleased to officially announce Coach Thompson as the head coach of our men’s basketball program,” Savannah State Director of Athletics Opio Mashariki said. “He has been an integral part of the team’s growth over the past…
Wellness That Matters: Black Health News & Community Care It’s Pride Month, and while we’re out here celebrating ourselves, our queerness, and our freedom, let’s not forget to protect our peace—and our parts. Whether you’re linking up with someone new, finally vibing with that crush, or just want to make sure all your besties are staying safe. Here are eight things you can do to protect yourself and your partner before getting intimate. 1. Have the Conversation Honest, clear communication is sexy. Before sex, talk openly with your partner about boundaries, STI history, testing dates, birth control (if applicable), and…
Tomorrow’s Tech, Today: Innovation That Moves Us Forward Going on almost 3 years now, we’ve been telling you about a trick that Verizon continues to allow that can save you anywhere from $10 to $20 per line per month on your bill for 12 months. We last talked about this trick in November of last year as everyone’s discount had run its course from the previous year. Well, we’re ready to talk about it again this month because folks are still able to take advantage and we wouldn’t want you to miss out. For those who have missed it, Verizon…
From Campus to Classroom: Stories That Shape Education Digitalization has changed the world in a blink of eye. Our ancestors could never have dreamed that their stories would matter one day. Maybe they lacked resources to preserve their history. Preserving the legacies that history holds wasn’t easy task for them. Today, things are different, thanks to collaboration of Getty Images and Ancestry. Recently, Getty Images and Ancestry have partnered up to highlight a pivotal need for Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). It will be an example to many generations. Bringing HBCU Archives Online Getty Images’ mission is not only to protect…
Stay Informed: Latest News from Across Georgia NEWTON COUNTY – Around 80 kids are currently participating in the Law & Leadership Academy summer camp. But funding for the camp’s operation met a hiccup during Tuesday’s Board of Commissioners meeting.Sheriff Ezell Brown came before the board on Tuesday to request $53,116 to fund the Law & Leadership Academy, which is already in session. The academy is presented by both the Newton County Sheriff’s Office (NCSO) and the Taylor Made Foundation, a local nonprofit designed to help underserved youth. Currently, the six-week program is already in session, with kids aged sixth through 12th…