We are beyond the excuse of “Ignorance” when it comes to Black history The month of February is the special time of the year that America celebrates the vast achievements of the African American...
Black Fathers need support Black mothers are the pillars of the African American community. Black mothers uplift our culture and maintain balance within the family and throughout our neighborhoods. Strong...
The Pandemic, Gun Violence, Opioid Addiction and Poverty The COVID-19 Pandemic is starting to wane as we as a community start to get back to normal daily activities. Normalcy is good, but for many, normalcy...
It’s Our Anniversary Last Year Was a Hard One, But We’re Still Here Six years ago I envisioned creating a publication that focused on the positivity in communities of color in Southwest Virginia....
A 15-year-old boy was shot and killed in my city. The hurt and anguish in the community is high and people are asking what we can do to fix it. Everyone is posting on social media, voicing opinions...
Small businesses in Southwest Virginia are the heart and soul of the community. During the COVID-19 pandemic, small businesses have been struggling to keep their doors open. Company...
This summer has been an awakening for me. The deaths of George Floyd and Breanna Taylor and countless others have mobilized an army of activists fighting against systemic racism and police murders in our country....
As many of you know, I came home to Roanoke nearly six years ago. My mom was here and I missed her. I decided I would continue my business in Seattle virtually and take some time to think about my next...
The ongoing pandemic is reminding everyone in this time of crisis that as Americans we should be rallying and working together. Yet, the painful friction of racism continues to impact our lives. The...
Much has changed since my last publisher’s note. Our City of Roanoke was vibrant, people walking everywhere, businesses open to customers and our children were getting off the school bus daily. ...
