Stories about local events and specific community focused articles
Americans have made no secret of their skepticism of COVID-19 vaccines this year, with fears of political interference and a ‘warp speed’ timeline blunting confidence in the shots. As recently as September, nearly half of U.S. adults said they didn’t…
(TriceEdneyWire.com) – D. B. Wright, former head of a non-profit religious organization in Washington, D.C., was well taken care of by his leadership board. He enjoyed an employment package that included full health care among other benefits. “Being gainfully employed…
At a risk rate of 74% higher among African American men than non-Hispanic White men, prostate cancer has exacted a deadlier toll on Black men than it does White and all other men of color in the United States. According…
President-elect Joe Biden wants to immediately erase student loan debt, a move that could prove more meaningful for African American students who, on average, owe much more than anyone. With the freeze placed on student loan repayments set to end…
The American Cancer Society recently held its annual Great American Smokeout event, where thousands of people across the country decide to quit smoking. Advocates say Tennessee continues to lead the nation in smoking rates and cancer-related deaths, especially among communities of…
Tennessee State University continued a Homecoming tradition with the crowning of a new Mister and Miss TSU and the Royal Court. For the first time ever, the coronation was held virtually due to COVID-19 with all the usual glitz and…
