Black Athletes in the Spotlight: HBCU Sports & Local Highlights Hampton University has added a significant piece to its football roster with the commitment of former Southern University quarterback Jalen Woods. Woods arrives with three years of eligibility remaining, offering the Pirates possible competition and stability at the position. Woods made his mark at Southern as a promising dual-threat option. While his time with the Jaguars was limited by depth chart competition and an injury, Woods will have a fresh opportunity to lead an offense eager to make strides under new head coach Van Malone. Thank you Southern ! It’s…
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Wellness That Matters: Black Health News & Community Care by Cedric ‘BIG CED’ Thornton January 12, 2026 The jet was reportedly being chartered while the mogul has been in prison. After reportedly earning millions from his private jet during his ongoing incarceration, Sean “Diddy” Combs has sold it. Business Insider said that Silver Air Private Jets confirmed that Diddy sold the Gulfstream G550 last October. The No Way Out producer, who has been in prison since being accused of various federal charges in September 2024, including RICO charges, reportedly made about $4 million from 126 charter flights during his time behind bars. A purchase price was not…
City of Savannah: Official News, Events & Community Updates SAVANNAH — The City of Savannah, the Savannah Martin Luther Day Observance Day Committee and the Interdenominational Ministerial Alliance invite residents to a community celebration and renaming ceremony honoring the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. on Saturday, Jan. 17, 3 p.m. at the Civic Center, located at 301 W. Oglethorpe Ave. The free, family-friendly event will officially mark the renaming of the facility as the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Civic Center and will include interactive activities, opportunities for reflection, and a community memory-collection experience designed to preserve the…
Scientific Research & Expedition: Discover the Globe With Research Study and Innovation For many years, scientists have actually observed the universes with radio antennas to envision the dark, remote areas of deep space. This consists of the gas and dirt of the interstellar device , planet-forming disks, and items that can not be observed in noticeable light. In this area, the Atacama Massive Millimeter/Submillimeter Array (ALMA) in Chile differs as one of the globe’s most reliable radio telescopes Utilizing its 66 allegorical antennas , ALMA observes the millimeter and sub-millimeter radiation emitted by chilly molecular clouds where brand-new celebrities are…
Nonprofit Spotlight – Making a Difference in Our Community: The following press release was issued by the Georgia Department of Public Health on January 12, 2026: The Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) has confirmed a measles case in a baby too young to receive routine measles vaccination. The baby, who acquired the virus while traveling internationally, lives in the Coastal Health District. DPH is working to identify individuals who may have been exposed to measles through contact with the child. Measles is very contagious and spreads through the air when an infected person coughs or sneezes. The measles virus can…
Black History & Cultural Viewpoints: I have actually been paying attention to a whole lot pertaining to terrorism nowadays: state terrorism, state-sponsored terrorism, narco terrorists, residential terrorists, exclusive celebrities, and added. Terrorism at the highest degree frequently includes a nation that either straight executes terrorism or assists third celebrations carry out terrorism on its component. State terrorism is specified as when a federal government frightens either its very own people or those of another nation. For this story, I’m defining it’s the federal government of a country, not that of a state, city, region, district, location, or area. For instance,…
Aging Well: News & Insights for Seniors and Caregivers Caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia is often described as a journey filled with uncertainty, grief, and constant adjustment. Yet within that journey, many families are surprised to discover moments of joy—sometimes even laughter. While memory loss and cognitive decline can feel overwhelming, a sense of humor can offer a powerful way to connect, cope, and bring lightness into everyday care. Laughter is not about minimizing the seriousness of Alzheimer’s or ignoring the challenges caregivers face. Instead, it can be a meaningful tool that…
Real Estate News & Market Insights: A Florida property that is located on the southern tip of a peninsula that stretches into the Atlantic Ocean has hit the market for $7 million—decades after it became known as the home of a beloved 65-foot dragon sculpture fondly known as Annie. The aptly named Dragon Point sits at the tip of Merritt Island, FL, where visitors used to flock in droves to see “Annie the Dragon,” an enormous sea-green sculpture that occupied the plot for decades. While the whimsical creature wasn’t real, the notable landmark would occasionally breathe fire and smoke from…
Black Athletes in the Spotlight: HBCU Sports & Local Highlights Next Game: at Benedict College 1/14/2026 | 7:30PM Jan. 14 (Wed) / 7:30PM at Benedict College History SAVANNAH, Ga.- After starting the new year with two losses by a combined three points, Savannah State got back on track with a 64-60 overtime win over Clark Atlanta on Saturday afternoon in Tiger Arena.Michael Swift did not score in the first or second half but came up big in the extra period with a pair of big baskets.With the score tied at 53, Swift hit a 3-pointer to give…
Wellness That Matters: Black Health News & Community Care Dr. Janell Green Smith, one of the most treasured voices in the fight against Black maternal mortality, died in childbirth on January 2nd. She was 31 years old. Green Smith, a certified nurse-midwife, disseminated valuable information about gaps in Black maternal health outcomes on social media. She went by the moniker the “Loc’d Midwife.” She is survived by her husband, newborn, and the many people whose lives she touched by practicing her life’s calling of “catching babies.” Dr. Green Smith’s Advocacy She worked with the non-profit The Hive Impact Fund to support mothers…