Little Known Black History Fact – Thomas Hocutt

The case of Hocutt v. Wilson occurred this month in 1933 in North Carolina and is reportedly the first attempt to integrate a higher learning institution. While the matter was unsuccessful, it laid the  groundwork for the landmark Brown v. Board of Education...

Wellness Check – Safe Exercises for Hypertension

In the U.S., it’s highly likely that you or someone you know suffers from hypertension or high blood pressure. 41% of African-Americans live with high blood pressure while 29% of whites experience the same.Not keeping high blood pressure in check can lead to bigger...

Little Known Black History Fact – White Rose Mission

In the late 1800’s, young Black girls and women looking to escape the dearth of opportunities for education and jobs in the south traveled north. In New York, the White Rose Mission was established by a pair of Black women activists who saw a need to subvert the men...