African American History Facts

By | February 11, 2009

“Providing you with History Tours” ggaspeakers@yahoo.com (912) 220-0170 President Cyrus G. Wiley The first alumnus of Savannah State University to serve as President of the institution was C. G. Wiley. Wiley was the second president of Savannah State. He succeeded Major Richard R. Wright. President Wiley was a native of Hilton Head Island. Once he completed the highest level of … Continue reading “African American History Facts”

Mark Your Calendars for Taste of Savannah

By | February 11, 2009

The Savannah Area Tourism Leadership Council will host the Ninth Annual Taste of Savannah®: JAZZ…the Soul Ingredient, presented by AmericasCuisine Savannah, on Friday, February 20, 2009 from 7 to 10pm at the Savannah International Trade and Convention Center. This night out for adults is sure to satisfy your soul and jazz your taste buds with the finest ingredients in town! … Continue reading “Mark Your Calendars for Taste of Savannah”

Savannah Branch NAACP Elects Officers and Executive Committee Members for 09-10

By | February 11, 2009

The Savannah Branch NAACP elected officers and executive committee members for 2009-2010 are as follows: President, Dr. Prince A. Jackson, Jr.; 1st Vice President, Mr. Richard Shinhoster; 2nd Vice President, Mr. Willie Macon; Secretary, Dr. Sandra M. Best; and Treasurer, Mr. Joe H. Lang. Advisor, Savannah State University College Chapter, Professor Davida Harris and President Savannah State University College Chapter, … Continue reading “Savannah Branch NAACP Elects Officers and Executive Committee Members for 09-10”

Savannah Rotary East Welcomes CNN Hero Finalist

By | February 11, 2009

Savannah Rotary East welcomed CNN Hero Finalist, David Puckett as their guest speaker on Friday, January 30, 2009 with his presentation~ Step by Step- Giving a Helping Hand. David’s non-profit, PIPO Missions Inc./Limbs & Braces to Mexico has provided free artificial limbs, orthopedic braces and care to over 420 people. David was recently chosen from over 3700 world-wide nominees to … Continue reading “Savannah Rotary East Welcomes CNN Hero Finalist”

Chatham Retired Educator Association Meeting

By | February 11, 2009

The last meeting of the Chatham Retired Educator Association was held in December, 2008. There was no meeting held in January, 2009. President Hugh Golson presided at the December meeting. The special guests were Dr. Deonne Stone, principal of A.E. Beach High School, the chorus and its director, Mr Kirk. The renditions enhanced the festive season. Dr. Stone talked about … Continue reading “Chatham Retired Educator Association Meeting”

Savannah Children’s Choir announces honorees for the 2009 One Small Voice Award

By | February 11, 2009

For many years, Lois Wooten has been known across Savannah as an active volunteer, philanthropist and arts enthusiast. She and her late husband, Frank Wooten, Jr., were deeply involved in numerous civic and political organizations throughout the community. “The community has been good to us, and we wanted to give of ourselves and to be a part of the community,” … Continue reading “Savannah Children’s Choir announces honorees for the 2009 One Small Voice Award”

Frank Callen Boys & Girls Club Installs Officers for 2009-10

By | February 11, 2009

The Frank Callen Boys & Girls Club Alumni and Friends Association installed the following officers: VP Raymond Rouse; Chaplain, Charley Brown; Asst. Rec. Secretary, Charlena Brown; President, Sam Jones; Asst. Treasurer, James Stewart; Recording Secretary, Dorothy B. Campbell; Financial Secretary, Karen Datts; and Treasurer, Ed Campbell. Senator Lestor Jackson challenged the officers to maintain their dedication and concern for the … Continue reading “Frank Callen Boys & Girls Club Installs Officers for 2009-10”

Lending A Helping Hand in the Community

By | February 11, 2009

Early this year, undergraduate and graduate members of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. and Eureka Masonic Lodge decided to unite and embark upon a life changing journey for a deserving local family. Inspired by Ruth Essler of South University, the members of the fraternities decided to remodel and make upgrades to the home of a local family facing severe financial … Continue reading “Lending A Helping Hand in the Community”

Memorial Foundation President and CEO Accepts Donation

By | February 11, 2009

(AANEWSWIRE)WASHINGTON, D.C. – In commemoration of Dr. King’s birthday and to ensure Dr. King’s legacy lives on for generations to come, the Exelon Foundation presented a $1 million donation to the Washington, DC Martin Luther King, Jr. National Memorial Project Foundation, Inc. Frank M. Clark, Exelon Foundation Board Member and Chairman and CEO of ComEd, a subsidiary of Exelon Corporation, … Continue reading “Memorial Foundation President and CEO Accepts Donation”

Diabetes in Children

By | February 11, 2009

Diabetes is a group of diseases that affects how the body uses sugar in our diet. There are two types of diabetes. Type 1 is the most common type of diabetes in children and is due to a lack of the hormone insulin. Children develop Type 1 diabetes when the body stops making insulin, which allows sugar in the bloodstream … Continue reading “Diabetes in Children”