by John Reid ” A strong woman is one who feels deeply and loves fiercely. Her tears flow as abundantly as her laughter. A strong woman is both soft and powerful, she is both practical and spiritual. A strong woman in her essence is a gift to the world.” Ritu Ghatourey The above words could […]
By Lauren Sausser, KFF Health News JACKSON, Miss. — Jerrian Reedy was 9 when his father was admitted to the hospital in Hattiesburg, about two hours northeast of New Orleans, after sustaining three gunshot wounds. Reedy recalled visiting his dad in the intensive care unit that summer in 2009, even though children weren’t typically permitted in […]
by Zayd Hamid As the summer begins, and students are still a month away from starting classes, the challenge of how to succeed at the next level can be a daunting task. It can be especially tough for students of color. Over the next several weeks, the PW Perspective will feature a new series on […]
Courtesy of Prince William Parks and Recreation It’s officially summer and we’ve got plenty of programs, events and activities lined up for the whole family to enjoy. From the return of our outdoor summer concert series to historic tours and events, to fitness and recreation programs like Pilates and archery, here are 10 things you […]
13-year-old Bron Echols has made history as the first author to publish a book about skincare for Black children. Wash Your “T” and Close Your Eyes, which he co-authored with his mom, Patrice Tartt Chappelle, is a delightful and educational book set to transform how children, particularly Black and brown children, perceive and practice skin care. […]
by John Reid As the calendar rolls into July, several laws which Governor Glenn Youngkin has signed goes into effect. Below are just a few of the new laws: Child Marriage: Virginia is now the first Southern state to abolish child marriage. The legal age of marriage is now 18 years old and in addition, […]
Courtesy of Prince William County Communications Linda Cheeks was recently named as a Foster Parent of the Year from the Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments, or COG. COG recognizes foster parents from 10 local jurisdictions for their dedication to foster youth across the DC region. Cheeks has been opening her home to foster one or two children […]
The RiseHer Network will be honoring recipients nationwide on September 7, 2024 with the Presidential Lifetime Achievement Awards. These awards are given to those volunteers as young as 5 years old for their extraordinary service in the community. Ranked based on the number of hours they’ve given, recipients are awarded from Bronze, Silver, and Gold […]
by Charlotte Rene Woods, Virginia Mercury Democrats are finally talking about the Comstock Act — and they are finally trying to repeal it. The act is a dormant 19th century federal law that’s still technically on the books and could be used to implement a national abortion ban. Named for activist Anthony Comstock who pushed […]
by PW Perspective Editorial Board Whether it was a discussion about “Black jobs,” discussions about golf scores, or a lack of fact-checking among the moderators, last night’s first presidential debate of 2024 left quite the impression upon those who watched. The viewpoints before, during, and after the debate are widespread. In debates reminiscent of Kennedy-Nixon […]
