Little Known Black History Fact – Jeremiah G. Hamilton: Wall Street’s Prince of Darkness
Jeremiah G. Hamilton, the so-called “Prince of Darkness,” was a powerful Wall Street broker and considered its first Black millionaire. Hamilton used questionable tactics to amass his considerable wealth and was reportedly despised by both Black and White businessmen....
HBCU Corner – Bishop T.D. Jakes Pledged $100K to Morris Brown College During Commencement
In a powerful and unexpected close to Morris Brown College’s 2025 commencement ceremony, Bishop T.D. Jakes pledged $100,000 to the historic institution.The surprise announcement came Saturday at Saint Philip A.M.E. Church in Atlanta, where the global faith leader,...
Wellness Check – Meatless Meal: Curried Lentil Soup
There’s nothing like comfort food to fill your belly. Who doesn’t love a big bowl of soup to warm and nourish the body and soul? Curry Lentil Soup is a delicious dish for a chilly evening. Lentils are full of protein and easy to digest.Curry, a traditional Indian...
Little Known Black History Fact – The Charleston Slave Trade
Today, Charleston, South Carolina, has a reputation of being one of America’s friendliest cities and a popular travel destination for vacationers nationwide. The “Holy City” was also once regarded as the national’s capital of the international slave trade, with 40 to...
HBCU Corner – No “Stomp,” Just Substance: Kirk Franklin’s Spoke to Elizabeth City State’s Class of 2025
Standing before the spring Class of 2025 with the same passion that made Stomp a praise anthem and I Smile a global declaration of hope, 20-time Grammy Award-winning gospel music legend Kirk Franklin didn't sing. Instead, he testified.To a sea of...
Every Day You Wait, You Lose More Money to Taxes—Here’s Why
Many business owners tell me, “Tax strategy feels like a luxury I can’t afford right now.” But here’s what I see time and time again: the cost of waiting is far greater than the cost of getting started. The average coach, consultant, or service-based entrepreneur I...
Wellness Check – 4 Yoga Poses for Improved Digestion
Having proper digestion is essential for good health. Through proper digestion, your body gets the nutrients it needs from the food and drink you consume for your body to stay healthy.According to data from Johns Hopkins University, the activity in your gut is...
Little Known Black History Fact – First African-American to Build and Fly a Plane over the Central Ohio Skies
Ohio, often referred to as the birthplace of aviation, has battled with North Carolina over that distinction for many years. But there’s no debate that pioneering aviator Lonnie Carmina was the first African-American to fly in Central Ohio in an aircraft he...
HBCU Corner – Alabama Congressman Shomari Figures Defends Legacy, Inspires Grads at Tuskegee Commencement
U.S. Rep. Shomari Figures, a Democrat from Alabama, brought a powerful blend of gratitude, defiance and inspiration to Tuskegee University’s spring commencement ceremony on Saturday, May 11. Figures delivered a keynote address that honored the legacy of the historic...
Dwelling in God
To dwell means to live or stay as a permanent resident in a place or with a person, or to live in a permanent condition or state, like dwelling in a state of happiness. But when we talk about dwelling in or with God, that means we know He is with us 24/7. It's a...