Mu Phi Chapter, Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc., Announces 2011 Mardi Gras Contestants

By | April 13, 2011

The Brothers of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Incorporated will present their Mardi Gras 2011 Contestants, this Friday at the Savannah Civic Center Arena from 8p.m.-2:30 a.m. Tables are $250.00 and Tickets are $25.00 in advance and $35.00 at the door. This is a BYOB affair. This year’s contestants are Denise Parker, Tabatha Crawford-Roberts, Joye Mosely, and Janine Neal. Denise Renee’ … Continue reading “Mu Phi Chapter, Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc., Announces 2011 Mardi Gras Contestants”

Black Expo Tour Wraps Up In Savannah

By | April 13, 2011

The 2011 Savannah Black Expo was April 9, from 11:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m., at the Savannah Civic Center. R&B group After 7, virtuoso violinist and hiphop artist lee England, Jr., chef Hopeton Hibberts, Jr., chief culinary artisan with French restaurant Cafe Circa in Atlanta. The largest event of its kind, the Expo promotes economic development through increased exposure for African-Americanowned businesses. … Continue reading “Black Expo Tour Wraps Up In Savannah”

Edward Musgrow Named Bynes-Royall Funeral Director

By | April 13, 2011

Bynes-Royall Funeral Home, Inc. is pleased to announce that Edward DeWitt Musgrow has completed the requirement for licensure by the Georgia State Board of Funeral Services and is now serves as the funeral home’s newest Funeral Director and Embalmer. Musgrow is a graduate of Herschel V. Jenkins High School. He attended Savannah State University before receiving an Associates of Applied … Continue reading “Edward Musgrow Named Bynes-Royall Funeral Director”

Recording Artist Anthony David to Perform During Savannah Urban Arts Festival

By | April 13, 2011

The Savannah Urban Arts Festival is blowing through Savannah for the 3rd time since being founded in 2009 as the southeast regions only festival that celebrates local and regional artist. This years festival will include poetry, visual arts, film screenings and plenty of live music from artist from all across the southeast region and from around the world. The festival … Continue reading “Recording Artist Anthony David to Perform During Savannah Urban Arts Festival”

TRIP’n at Breakfast

By | April 13, 2011

On April 1st, 2011, several retired City of Savannah employees met at the Double Tree Hotel located at 411 West Bay Street for breakfast. Employees who took advantage of the Temporary Retirement Incentive Program (TRIP) were joined by a few formerly retired City of Savannah and enjoyed a sumptuous buffet breakfast at the hotel. The breakfast was organized by TRIP … Continue reading “TRIP’n at Breakfast”

Mason Hill is the Superintendent’s Student of the Month

By | April 13, 2011

The Superintendent’s Student of the Month is Mason Hill, a junior at Herschel V. Jenkins High School. He was selected for his solid academic performance, leadership skills, and community service. Mason has an 88 grade point average. His teacher, Marc Boese states, “Many of the awards Mason has received have the word leadership in them. I think this word exemplifies … Continue reading “Mason Hill is the Superintendent’s Student of the Month”

Economic Opportunity Authority to Name Head Start Building for Former Civil Rights Attorney

By | April 13, 2011

The Economic Opportunity Authority For Savannah-Chatham County Area, Inc. (EOA) is pleased to recognize and bestow its highest honor, that being the naming and dedication of a building ill acknowledgement of the exemplary services rendered to the agency by Mr. Aaron L Buchsbaum. Mr. Buchsbaum has supported the agency by providing distinguished legal service. For over 40 years, Mr. Buchsbaum … Continue reading “Economic Opportunity Authority to Name Head Start Building for Former Civil Rights Attorney”

NAACP to Hold Curtis V. Cooper Life Members Breakfast

By | April 13, 2011

Savannah Branch NAACP (National Association for the Advancement of Colored People) announces the 7th Annual Curtis V. Cooper Life Members Breakfast. The speaker will be Mr. Al Scott, President – Savannah Branch NAACP Saturday, April 30, 2011 9:00A.M. Hoskins Building Auditorium, 5000 Ranger Street, east 66th off of Waters Avenue (on the campus of Memorial Health University) Reserve your table … Continue reading “NAACP to Hold Curtis V. Cooper Life Members Breakfast”

NAACPAcclaims Affordable Care Anniversary, Highlights AIDS Efforts

By | April 13, 2011

NAACP celebrated the one-year anniversary of the Affordable Care Act (ACA) by recommitting itself to the global fight against HIV and AIDS. The ACA provided much needed relief for American families struggling to gain access to quality health care. Further, the ACA paid special attention to issues that are prevalent in minority populations. With the African American community reeling from … Continue reading “NAACPAcclaims Affordable Care Anniversary, Highlights AIDS Efforts”

Health Restoration

By | April 13, 2011

After my column last week “What We Need to Know About Meat” I received a letter from a representative of the pork industry, advising me of all the great and wonderful benefits of eating meat. Red meat, processed meat, and pork. The letter was addressed to me and forwarded from the Savannah Tribune. The letter said in part: “A three … Continue reading “Health Restoration”