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Little Known Black History Fact – Anne Moody

Anne Moody was a civil rights activist who was immortalized via a photo showing an angry white mob physically assaulting her during a peaceful lunch counter protest in 1963. Moody ultimately chronicled her journey in an award-winning book but never sought the...

Wellness Check – Pucker Up! It’s Citrus Season

Despite their bright, summer-like colors, citrus fruits are what’s in season in the winter. Full of immune-boosting vitamins and minerals, citrus fruits are a must-have during the cold months.Kinds of Citrus FruitsOranges: Navel, blood orange, cara cara,...

Little Known Black History Fact – Vernice Armour

Vernice “FlyGirl” Armour made history as the first Black woman aviator for the U.S. Marines, and also became the first Black woman combat pilot across the U.S. Armed Forces. Armour is now a motivational speaker and author and one of the faces of a campaign aimed at...

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