Wellness Check – 6 Resources for Finding the Right Therapist
African Americans are beginning to embrace the idea that getting professional mental help can be a God-send in healing and growth. But sometimes, finding the right therapist can be a challenge, especially for Black people. An analysis from the American Psychological...
Little Known Black History Fact – Drew Charter School Golf Team
Even before Tiger Woods made his dominant run in golf, Black golfers made their mark on the game, including pioneers like Charlie Sifford, the first African-American to play on the PGA tour. In Atlanta, the golf team at the Drew Charter School made history by becoming...
HBCU Corner – UAPB Alum Smokie Norful Speaks, Sings at 2025 Graduation
Less than two minutes into taking the podium, Smokie Norful belted a short, a cappella rendition of "I Need You Now," the title track of his 2002 gold-certified album. That was just one highlight from his 14-minute address to University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff...
Wellness Check – Coconut Oil Isn’t Just For Cooking
The versatility of coconut oil is impressive. Not only is it a healthy, ideal oil for high-heat cooking, but you can add coconut oil to your coffee or smoothie for added nutrients. It’s also an excellent addition to your beauty and hygiene arsenal. Check out the many...
Little Known Black History Fact – Salute to Black Nurses: Estelle Massey Osborne – Guiding Black Nurses Up the Education Ladder
Born in 1901, Estelle Massey Osborne became the first Black woman to earn a master’s degree in nursing. But this isn’t the only fact that distinguishes her. Throughout her career, Osborne dedicated herself to improving the options available to Black nurses across the...
HBCU Corner – Maryland Gov. Wes Moore Addressed Lincoln (PA) University’s 2025 Graduating Class
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore delivered the commencement address to the 2025 graduating class at Lincoln University in Pennsylvania on Sunday, May 4.The Democratic governor's message was focused on patriotism during uncertain times in the country.Lincoln University is a...
Wellness Check – 3 Delicious Side Dishes to Compliment Any Meal
Getting your daily recommended servings of vegetables doesn’t have to be boring. Skip the usual “salt and pepper” spices and reinvent your side dishes. Try these nutritious recipes.Roasted Broccoli with Balsamic-5 cups chopped broccoli (include the stems too for a...
Little Known Black History Fact – Salute to Black Nurses: Jessie Sleet Scales
Another pioneering African-American nurse was Jessie Sleet Scales, who in 1900 became America’s first Black public health nurse. Trained in Chicago, Scales moved to New York and, after trying unsuccessfully for months to find a job, became a district nurse for the...
HBCU Corner – Award-winning Actress S. Epatha Merkerson Donates $1 Million to Talladega College During Commencement
Talladega College announced that actress S. Epatha Merkerson surprised attendees of the school's 150th Commencement by announcing a gift of $1 million Sunday, May 4.Merkerson delivered the commencement address and was conferred an honorary Doctor of Humane Letters...
The Wealthy Use Taxes to Build Generational Wealth—Why Don’t You?
Most business owners think of taxes as something to minimize each year, but the smartest entrepreneurs use tax planning as a tool for generational wealth. If your financial strategy stops at reducing today’s tax bill, you’re missing the opportunity to preserve and...