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Little Known Black History Fact – September 1, 1975: General Daniel “Chappie”James, Jr of the United States Air Force, was the first African American officer to achieve the 4-star rank in the U.S. military.
Daniel “Chappie” James Jr. was an American fighter pilot in the U.S. Air Force, who in 1975 became the first African American to reach the rank of four-star General in the armed forces. Daniel James attended the famous Tuskegee Institute and instructed African...
HBCU Corner – New Edition Buys Fans Thousands of Tickets to First HBCU Classic
When New Edition steps in, the entire city of Boston feels it. The legendary R&B group announced that it is buying 3,000 tickets to the Essence HBCU Classic at Harvard Stadium. The tickets will go to residents of Roxbury—Boston’s historically Black neighborhood—so...
Think Tax Planning Is Too Complicated? Read This.
You’re running a million-dollar business, but still relying on DIY tax planning? That’s a problem. Because the more you grow, the more you lose by not having a proactive, personalized tax plan in place. The tax code isn’t just a rulebook, it’s a tool. But you have to...
Wellness Check – Breathing 101
As we go about our everyday lives, we rarely think about how we’re breathing, but did you know that breathing properly is crucial to optimal health? Inhaling and exhaling with intention takes some getting used to but stick to it. It’ll change your life. Learn more...
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Sybil Wilkes
Sybil Wilkes has been an important listener resource for over two decades. Known as “The Voice of Reason” on the Tom Joyner Morning Show, she delivers news, information and entertainment with honesty, accessibility and integrity, earning the trust of her nationwide audience.


