End-of-life planning and why you definitely need it
It’s often said that nothing in life is certain, except death. While nothing can prepare a family for the emotional experience of losing a...
Kidney transplant recipient “Bo” Gilkey’s message to our community…”Get your kidneys checked!”
Harold L. Gilkey, better known as "Bo," is a kidney transplant recipient who has a warning for the African-American community… “It is imperative that...
Drinking water makes you feel good again!
Seniors are among those most vulnerable to dehydration, according to medical experts. And African Americans are more likely to be dehydrated than whites, according...
Don’t blame fatherlessness for destroying the Black community
Father’s Day is a time to celebrate the special men in our lives who furnish us with bad jokes and good advice. But in...
Questions about face masks? We’ve got answers!
Face masks seem to be the new order of the day for us all across the country because of the COVID-19 (coronavirus) pandemic. Yet,...
Ladies, reclaim your sensuality!
Sisters of a certain age, sensuality is more than physical; it’s a state of mind. The feminine eros, its inherent range and innate power...
Father’s Day unique gift guide for your favorite poppa
Father's Day is nearly here and trying to find that perfect gift for the Dad's in our lives ain't always easy. Tastes run the...
Best safety grilling tips for summer barbeques
When the weather breaks, the grills come out. Yet, many fail to exercise safety when using their grills. According to the National Fire Protection...
We love poetry by Khephra Burns…Sam Buys the Farm
Sam Buys the Farm
Today, the last bald eagle dropped dead on the wing,
choked and bloated on rotten fox.
Today, dancing bears stumped in the red...
Play safe at home with a fun-filled family staycation
Staying at home and practicing social distancing can feel more challenging as the weather warms and the itch for family fun at the beach...