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In tough economic times, businesses are looking for ways to set themselves apart from the competition and establish a track record of long success. Successful businessman and author Kevin Thomas says that seeking someone who can help you take your business to the next level is better than any new marketing strategy or sales gimmick. More ... The National American Miss held their 2009 State Pageant July 2-5 at the Hilton Atlanta in Atlanta GA where Zakeyla Pinkney was pre-teen State Finalist. National American Miss is a program designed to help girls develop poise and self-confidence that will help them in whatever they choose to do in life. More ... I am grasping for words to describe and thank you for a job well done by your staff. The article that ran in the August 26 edition of the Savannah Tribune in reference to the activities of the Consortium of Doctors in California has been forwarded to at least 30 states to members who were absent for various reasons. More ... The Savannah Tribune has begun a series entitled Man on the Street, in which we pose question to people within the community for their thoughts on current issues. This week’s question was “How do you feel about Chatham County Schools redistricting?” More ... An all-star lineup of performers and presenters came out to celebrate the career and commitment to education of Lionel Richie at the taping of UNCF's 31st annual television special, An Evening of Stars(R) on this past Saturday, September 12. UNCF presented Richie with the Award of Excellence for his successful career and longtime support for education. More ... On July 19, 2009 several teachers and Administrators from West Chatham Middle School attended the week long AVID Summer Institute in Atlanta, GA. The week was dedicated to training and educating school staff from across the world on implementing and supporting the AVID program. More ... Calling all Divine Divas 50 and over!!! The Natalie Reynolds Young Women's Initiative needs you to compete in the 1st Woman of God Extravaganza. This event will showcase your talent as well as your fashion style. Come out and show the young women how true Divas strut their stuff. More ... Wanda Kay North, St. Joseph’s/Candler’s Manager of the Center for Clinical Research, is this year’s St. Joseph’s/Candler Lientz Award recipient. North received the prestigious award because of her compassion, care, drive for quality and the helping hand she extends to all. She’s been nominated by her co-workers many times over the years. More ... State Labor Commissioner Michael Thurmond recently announced that the Georgia Department of Labor and 100 Black Men of Atlanta will co-sponsor the Ninth Annual Atlanta Football Classic Job fair in conjunction with this year’s game between the Tennessee State Tigers and the Florida A&M Rattlers. More ... It is not too late to register for the Chatham-Savannah Youth Futures Authority Community Summit IX on September 24-25, 2009 in the Savannah Civic Center’s Ballroom. More ... The Garden Club Council of Chatham County has awarded a scholarship to Tito Dixon, a sophomore majoring in theatre at Armstrong Atlantic State University (AASU) and a resident of Washington County, GA. During the last academic year, Dixon had parts in Copenhagen, Crazy For You, The Full Monty, Drama- Rama and Raisin in The Sun. More ... The 24th Annual Coastal Georgia Universities Career Fair, sponsored by Savannah State University (SSU) and Armstrong Atlantic State University (AASU), will take place Wednesday, Oct. 7, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at SSU’s Tiger Arena. The career fair is designed to give employers an effective and efficient means of recruiting qualified applicants from the two institutions. More ... On September 17, Georgia Ports Authority held its annual State of the Port Address. During the address, Doug Marchand, Executive Director, highlighted accomplishments of 2009 including that the Port of Savannah handled 2,404,965 TEUs, the second-highest container and tonnage volume in GPA’s history. More ... The Delta Eta Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc., sponsored a community service event on Friday, September 18, 2009 at the home of Lillian Holmes at 802 Carter St. Members of the fraternity gave her home an exterior make-over with coats of fresh paint. More ... At its annual conference in Savannah, the Georgia Economic Developers Association named Leah Blasingame chair of its Professional Development Committee. Leah is the Manager of Business & Industry for Macon Economic Development Commission. More ... Queen of Comedy Mo’Nique returns to BET this fall for her highly anticipated late night show debut, THE MO’NIQUE SHOW, on Monday, October 5. Carving out a well-deserved spot on the night show circuit, comedienne Mo’Nique takes the show host helm, granting BET viewers VIP access to the hottest party on television. More ... On Saturday, August 29, 2009, the Brothers of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. along with with family and friends celebrated the 65th Birthday of Brother Dr. Jeffrey James at his lovely home on Oakview Drive in Sylvan Terrace. We congratulate Dr. James on this birthday and wish him many, many more! More ... The City of Garden City is pleased to announce the Garden City Police Department recently completed all requirements for its 2009 re-accreditation by the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA). This accomplishment reaffirms the official endorsement and approval of high standards set by CALEA and held by a select few police departments in the state of Georgia. More ... On the first Sunday of the months of October, November and December at 4:00 p.m., the Episcopal Church of Saint Paul the Apostle at 34th & Abercorn will host a lecture series exploring the intersection of the spirit and the arts. The lectures are free and open to the public, and a reception will follow each lecture. More ... Butler Memorial Presbyterian Church, U.S.A., 603 West Victory Drive, will hold its Annual Choir Day Vesper Service on Sunday, September 27, at 4 p.m. Guest musicians will be Mr. Steven Branyon, Organist, Mrs. Angela Small Blalock, Soprano, and members of the SSU’s Men Glee Club Alumni. More ... On Saturday September 12, 2009, more than one hundred school-aged children and their parents/guardians attended the School Citizenship Education Workshop and Back-to-School Pep Rally at the West Broad Street YMCA. More ... For about the last ten years, Sarahlyn Argrow of AWWIN, Inc. has dedicated her life to helping women who are less fortunate and are in need of a hand up to achieve their goals of self sufficiency and becoming a productive citizen. Therefore, it is an honor for me to support AWWIN’s 12,000 Women Hand Up Challenge. More ... |
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