West Broad Street School Exhibition to Open

By | July 13, 2011

A fter more than ten years of research, the Ships of the Sea Museum is very pleased to announce the opening of its exhibition “A Thirst For Learning ”, a history of the eighty-nine years that the Scarbrough House spent as West Broad Street School, one of the first city-supported schools for black students in Savannah. Utilizing the resources of … Continue reading “West Broad Street School Exhibition to Open”

Broadnax Named Interim Athletics Director at SSU

By | July 13, 2011

Savannah State University Interim President Cheryl Dozier has made a change in leadership in the Athletics Department. Dozier announced the appointment of an interim director of athletics and a national search to select the next SSU athletics director. “I have appointed Horace Broadnax to serve as interim athletics director,” Dozier said. “Mr. Broadnax is currently our head basketball coach, a … Continue reading “Broadnax Named Interim Athletics Director at SSU”

Perception of Whiteness Exhibit Continues Through September 5th at Beach Institute

By | July 13, 2011

The Friends of African American Art’s (FAAA) annual exhibition, ‘Perception of Whiteness opened with a reception held on Saturday, June 25, 2011 at the Beach Institute. Perception of Whiteness features works from The National Alliance of Artists from Historical Black Colleges and Universities (NAAHBCU). The artists were given the freedom to interpret the idea of ‘whiteness.’ At the exhibition one … Continue reading “Perception of Whiteness Exhibit Continues Through September 5th at Beach Institute”

Savannah NAACP Mass Meeting

By | July 13, 2011

The Savannah Branch NAACP will host a Mass Meeting/General Membership Meeting, Sunday, July 24, 2011, 4:00p.m., at First Tabernacle Missionary Baptist Church, 310 Alice Street. The purpose of this meeting is to educate voters on the process, of which has already begun on Redistricting / Reapportionment in Georgia, and effective political representation to address the needs of your community. All … Continue reading “Savannah NAACP Mass Meeting”

Rancic to Headline the 9th Smart Women Luncheon & Expo

By | July 13, 2011

St. Joseph’s/Candler will hold the Smart Women Luncheon and Expo to benefit the Mary Telfair Women’s Hospital on Wednesday, September 28, 2011, 10 a.m Expo, Lunch at noon, at the Savannah International Trade & Convention Giuliana Rancic will keynote the event. Tickets are $50 per person or $500 for a table of ten. For more information, contact St. Joseph’s/Candler Foundations … Continue reading “Rancic to Headline the 9th Smart Women Luncheon & Expo”

Thunderbolt Improvement Association, Town of Thunderbolt Present Scholarship to Johnson Student

By | July 13, 2011

In a spirit of collaboration, the Thunderbolt Community Improvement Association and the Town of Thunderbolt presented two $300 scholarships to senior Elijah Scott of Johnson High School. The Thunderbolt Community Improvement Association has a history of donating money and supplies to the residents of Thunderbolt, GA. The Association has been in existence since the 1950’s and was established to give … Continue reading “Thunderbolt Improvement Association, Town of Thunderbolt Present Scholarship to Johnson Student”

Congratulations to The Browns

By | July 13, 2011

Congratulations are extended to Mr. and Mrs. Dominique and Candice Brown on your recent wedding day held on June 18, 2011 at Clifton Baptist Church, in Garden City, Ga. Love and best wishes are extended from your family and friends. May God bless this union!

Jackmont Hospitality Inc. Supports National Center for Civil and Human Rights with $250,000 Gift

By | July 13, 2011

The National Center for Civil and Human Rights (Center) recently announced a $250,000 gift from Jackmont Hospitality Inc. The announcement was made at the Center’s Women’s EmpowerMEnt Breakfast. Jackmont executives are leading an effort among ten minority business owners to raise $2.5 million for the Center through a matching gift campaign. Jackmont’s pledge of $250,000 is in honor of its … Continue reading “Jackmont Hospitality Inc. Supports National Center for Civil and Human Rights with $250,000 Gift”

Hall Named President of Society of American Military Engineers

By | July 13, 2011

The Society of American Military Engineers (SAME) named Col. Jeff Hall, commander of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Savannah District, as president of th e Savannah Post during the 2011 South Atlantic Region Industry Forum in downtown Savannah, June 30. The annual event drew nearly 500 attendees from various companies—including small businesses—who were given the opportunity to learn how … Continue reading “Hall Named President of Society of American Military Engineers”

Mary Ann Foster Crowned Connectional 1st Lady of the AME Church

By | July 13, 2011

It’s true – Savannah!!! On June 27, 2011 our own Sis. Mary Ann Foster – 1st Lady of St. Philip African Methodist Episcopal Church on the “Boulevard” – was crowned the “2011-2012 Connectional 1st Lady” of the Connectional Ministers’ Spouses Widows and Widowers Organization Plus Preachers Kids (CONN-M-SWAWO Plus PKs) . “This award represents a great honor for the entire … Continue reading “Mary Ann Foster Crowned Connectional 1st Lady of the AME Church”