Author: Carma Henry

      When ArtServe created the Impact Awards last year to formally recognize people and organizations making a difference in the South Florida community through arts and culture, the program was purposely designed to reach out beyond the ArtServe universe to identify unsung heroes most deserving of the honor.

To address this issue, I am organizing a series of maternal health support groups titled “Mom’s In The Muck” (#MITK). These groups aim to educate, empower, and support women in rural areas to reduce maternal and infant mortality, improve birthing outcomes, and foster community.

     Jo McGuire initially dismissed early signs of marijuana abuse in her son as typical teenage behavior. However, a suicide attempt revealed his frequent cannabis use as a coping mechanism for stress and anxiety.

The WG Sports Corner

     Brother Elijah Pitts, an initiate of Pi Sigma Chapter (‘59) at Philander Smith College, and Brother Herb Adderley, an initiate of Sigma Chapter (‘61) at Michigan State University, etched their names in NFL football history.

     Sports Illustrated reports that Jerod Mayo has made history by becoming the first Black head coach in the New England Patriots’ franchise. The announcement marks the official start of the post-Bill Belichick era. During his first press conference in the role, Mayo addressed the significance of being the organization’s first Black head coach, emphasizing the importance of recognizing and addressing issues related to race.

The proposed regulation could cap the overdrawn account fee at $3, which would represent a significant difference from the current banking landscape where fees can soar to as much as $39.

     According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, all men are at risk for prostate cancer, but older men, African American men and those with a family history of prostate cancer have a greater risk.

In fact, before arriving in South Carolina, Sanders who had just romped in Nevada, held 45 delegates while Texas Democrat Pete Buttigieg was second with 26, and Biden had claimed just 15.

      Bethune-Cookman University celebrated a significant day of unity and service on Thursday, Jan. 18, at the Michael and Libby Johnson Center for Civic Engagement (CCE). This momentous occasion brought together students, faculty, staff, alumni, and friends to commemorate the University’s recent accomplishment – securing the fourth position in Home Depot’s prestigious “Retool Your School” competition and receiving a substantial $60,000 grant dedicated to campus enhancement.