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Numbers say Tiger  is the best

Numbers say Tiger is the best

May. 15 |     There is an old saying in sports that numbers don’t lie, and Tiger Woods continues his assault on the record books of golf. Tiger, for the second time, wins the rich $9,500,000 Players Championship at the Stadium course in Ponte Vedra...

Twins’ Hicks more comfortable not batting leadoff — for now

Twins’ Hicks more comfortable not batting leadoff — for now

May. 15 |     By Charles Hallman Staff Writer   It’s not unusual that a rookie struggles early. However, a month and a half in the books, first-year Minnesota Twins centerfielder Aaron Hicks was “demoted.” Twins Manager Ron Gardenhire is...

Recognizing and treating Molluscum Contagiosum

Recognizing and treating Molluscum Contagiosum

May. 15 | What is Molluscum Contagiosum?  Molluscum Contagiosum is a viral infection that produces small, flesh-colored, dome shaped bumps that can often become irritated or painful. They may appear to have a shiny surface in a small central indentation,...

African American teen dating abuse is a learned behavior

African American teen dating abuse is a learned behavior

May. 15 | As summer begins to approach us quickly, school is beginning to come to a close. Many youth just experienced one of the best moments of their lives: Prom. Many of us remember how special that night was. We got dressed up to a T, got someone in our...

Local churches take up fight against diabetes

Local churches take up fight against diabetes

May. 15 | By Charles Hallman Staff Writer   Diabetes is the “gateway disease” that often can lead to other health concerns, especially for Blacks. According to the Centers for Disease Control, one of every three Blacks in this country either has diabetes...

The rewards of putting your health first

The rewards of putting your health first

May. 15 | Last year I came to the realization that for me to live my life to the fullest, I had to take better care of myself. I weighed over 200 pounds and suffered from lower back and knee pain, low energy, and simply didn’t feel attractive. I had never...

About us

About us

May. 12 |     WHAT IS SISTER SPOKESMAN? Sister Spokesman is a monthly event designed to bring African American women of all ages together in a relaxing environment for networking…at no cost. There is music, prize giveaways, chair massages, vendors...

Upcoming Events

Upcoming Events

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Taking care of yourself with some down time

Taking care of yourself with some down time

May. 8 |                     Beach front, salty ocean and exotic beverages with the cute li’l umbrella…all sound really good right now! Vacations are always right on time! But when was the last time...

Black suspensions more than double other students’ in suburban schools

Black suspensions more than double other students’ in suburban schools

May. 8 |     Hopkins students feel disrespected by school officials   By Charles Hallman Staff Writer     On April 26, Black Hopkins high school students walked out during the school’s last hour of the day. They complained of unfair...