Earlier this year, we reported on the story of Kenneth Jacobs, a 49-year-old Black man who went in for a routine back procedure back in February. However, due to several mishaps, Kenneth ended up in paralysis. Last month, we spoke with his sister Jacqueline for an update. Now, the family believes they have a case, […]
The following post is sponsored by the Commonwealth Institute Virginia can be a place where every young person has the support and resources to reach their full potential and the help to get back on the right track when they get into trouble. Unfortunately, Virginia’s youth court system frequently imposes fines and fees on young […]
From the first time Willie O’ Ree laced up the skates in 1957 for the Boston Bruins, there have been several Black players who have conquered the ice with speed, grace, and amazing skill. Whether it was Grant Fuhr in the pipes, to Jarome Iginla to PK Subban, hockey has always been a place where […]
Ebony Lofton, candidate for Mayor of Dumfries, is an avid golfer who wants to give back to her community by helping to raise funds for local charities in Dumfries through a golf tournament. Friends of Ebony Lofton will host a charity golf tournament named “FORE the Love of Charity” at Potomac Shores Golf Club […]
June is Men’s Health Month, a national observance used to raise awareness about health care for men. As we come to the end of the month, we are featuring author Deon Brown and his book, Non-Negotiable Self-Care. Black men especially can be victims of neglecting self-care and this powerful book makes self-care non-negotiable for all. […]
On July 4, 1776, the Continental Congress adopted the Declaration of Independence, thereby allowing the 13 colonies to sever their political connections to Great Britian. The document summarized the colonists’ motivations for seeking independence from their oppressors. Now, in the wake of last Friday’s decision by the Supreme Court to overturn Roe v. Wade, the […]
Listening is an aspect that people take for granted. As a result, there’s become a disconnection in the most important aspects of our lives, so how do we regain that? We met with speech pathologist Marva Shand-McIntosh, who talked about improving ourselves by applying effective listening techniques.
by Jennifer Roberts Yesterday was Juneteenth. For the second year in the 245-year history of the United States, this historic day was recognized as a federal holiday. On June 19th, 1865, news of the end of the legalized enslavement of African Americans reached the enslaved people of Galveston, Texas, two and a half years after […]
What is it you’re not seeing when you’re only looking up? Did you miss footprints in the grass, making imprints among the impossible? Or further behind on that scarred trail, scrapes of rakes and hoes barely staying steady? It’s the indents in earth that give it away, signs everyone needs something to rely on. Yet […]
Dumfries, Virginia – Greater Prince William and surrounding communities are invited to participate in the Annual Juneteenth Parade & Jubilee Honoring Fathers! The parade is being hosted by the Honorable Councilwoman Cydny A. Neville and a dedicated volunteer Juneteenth Committee. We are honored to have the incomparable Dr. George M. Hampton, as the Grand Marshall […]
