by Cherie S. White | Dec 11, 2025
If you’ve made getting fit your priority but your schedule is jam-packed, give this quick 20-minute workout a try.Do each move for one minute, with a 30-second rest between exercises. Shoot for 4-5 rounds.Do the workout at BlkandFit.com. READ MORE
by Cherie S. White | Dec 11, 2025
On Dec. 11, 1917, 13 African American soldiers were hanged just outside of San Antonio for alleged participation in the Houston Riot (or Mutiny) in August. The Houston Riot was started after a case of police brutality, as described by the Paris, Texas NAACP here:At...
by Cherie S. White | Dec 11, 2025
The Atlanta Braves and Truist Bank have announced the completion of projects for the 2025 Homers for Hankinitiative. It fulfills a $1 million commitment to support baseball and softball programs at Historically Black Colleges and Universities across Braves...
by Cherie S. White | Dec 9, 2025
As December draws to a close, the month contains an important milestone in the history of Louisiana politics. On Dec. 9th 1872 Pinckney Benton Stewart “P.B.S” Pinchback became the first African-American Governor of Louisiana. Born free to a white father and...
by Cherie S. White | Dec 9, 2025
Getting a good night’s sleep starts well before bedtime. There are things you can do during the day to set yourself up for a restful night. Here are some habits to adopt to sleep like a baby.-Cut the caffeine by noon. Caffeine can stay in the system for hours after...
