Obama Receives Phoenix Award at ALC ’08 Gala Dinner

By | October 08, 2008

WASHINGTON – The Congressional Black Caucus Foundation, Inc. (CBCF) bestowed this year’s prestigious Phoenix Awards upon Sen. Barack Obama of Illinois and five other distinguished individuals at the 38th Annual Legislative Conference (ALC) awards dinner, on Saturday, September 27, 2008, at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center. In addition to Senator Obama, the Democratic nominee for president and the U.S. … Continue reading “Obama Receives Phoenix Award at ALC ’08 Gala Dinner”

Savannah Branch NAACP to hold Freedom Fund Awards Banquet

By | October 08, 2008

The Savannah Branch NAACP will host its 28th Annual Freedom Awards Banquet on Saturday, October 25, 2008, 8:00 p.m. at the Hyatt-Regency Savannah. This year’s Roll of Honor recipients are: Mrs. Edna B. Jackson, Alderman-At- Large, Post 1; Rev. Dr. Charles L. Hoskins, Retired Rector – St. Matthews Episcopal Church & Author; and Mr. Benjamin R. Polote, Sr., The Polote … Continue reading “Savannah Branch NAACP to hold Freedom Fund Awards Banquet”

Dr. Miller-Fields Honored with the Gwendolyn P. Goodman “Champion for Children” Award

By | October 08, 2008

Known for her caring spirit, grace, leadership, and dedication to improving the lives of youth, Dr. Quentina Miller-Fields, Sr. Director of Pupil Personnel for the Savannah-Chatham County Public School System, was honored with the Gwendolyn P. Goodman “Champion for Children” Award during the 8th Annual Community Summit hosted by the Savannah- Chatham County Youth Futures Authority. Nominated by a former … Continue reading “Dr. Miller-Fields Honored with the Gwendolyn P. Goodman “Champion for Children” Award”

Johnson Attended International Breast Cancer Research Meeting

By | October 08, 2008

Mrs. Elaine Johnson, a breast cancer survivor of 22 years, was once again selected by the United States Army Medical Research and Material Command to attend its Department of Defense Breast Cancer Research Meeting in Baltimore, MD. The “Era of Hope” international meeting convened June 25-28, 2008, and included more than 1900 persons from throughout the United States and other … Continue reading “Johnson Attended International Breast Cancer Research Meeting”

How to Win Against Cancer

By | October 08, 2008

Cancerous cells are constantly being created in our bodies. It’s an ongoing process that has gone on for decades. But, the immune system is designed to seek out and destroy cancer cells. Cancer has probably been around for as long as mankind, but only in the second half of the 20th century has the number of cancer cases grown to … Continue reading “How to Win Against Cancer”

Rejuvenate Your Spirit by Journeying East to the Sistah Summit Retreat

By | October 08, 2008

Legacy Entertainment in association with Dreamwide Inc., will host its semi-annual women’s retreat, The Sistah Summit, to reenergize the spirits and minds of women of color throughout the nation. On Wednesday, November 5, attendees will start their 5-day quest by spending two days exploring the historical jewel of Savannah, GA. In the “nation’s most beautiful city,” attendees will recapture the … Continue reading “Rejuvenate Your Spirit by Journeying East to the Sistah Summit Retreat”

Chatham County Health Department Set to Administer Flu Shots

By | October 08, 2008

No one likes being sick and having the flu is one of the worst kinds of sick. So how can you protect yourself? Get a flu shot. The Chatham County Health Department will begin administering flu shots on Wednesday, October 1, and no appointment is necessary. “We want to make it as convenient as possible for Chatham County residents to … Continue reading “Chatham County Health Department Set to Administer Flu Shots”

SCCPSS Announces Its Top Three Finalists for District Teacher of the Year

By | October 08, 2008

SCCPSS announced its top three finalists for District Teacher of the Year during a reception hosted by Savannah Morning News and WSAV to honor each school’s Teacher of the Year. Rosalyn L. Martin, a third-grade teacher at Gadsden Elementary School, Daniel Snope, an advanced placement calculus and math teacher at Savannah Arts Academy and Richard Clifton, an advanced placement and … Continue reading “SCCPSS Announces Its Top Three Finalists for District Teacher of the Year”

Welcome to the State of Poverty

By | October 08, 2008

Hands On Savannah of the United Way of the Coastal Empire and Step Up Savannah, Inc. are partnering to host a poverty simulation on Tuesday, October 14. The simulation is open to the public and will take place from 9 a.m. – 12 noon at Savannah’s Civic Center. The simulations, developed by Rowel (Reform Organization of Welfare) Education Association, require … Continue reading “Welcome to the State of Poverty”

MLK, Jr. Observance Day Association Celebrates 17th Giveback Program

By | October 08, 2008

The Martin Luther King, Jr. Observance Day Association will celebrate its 17th annual Giveback Program on Wednesday, October 15, 6:00 p.m. “The Community Giveback Program” is our way of thanking the Savannah- Chatham community for its generosity. This is our 17th year of honoring Dr. King’s legacy with this program, more than 15 local organizations will be honored. We realize … Continue reading “MLK, Jr. Observance Day Association Celebrates 17th Giveback Program”