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Morehouse School of Medicine Researcher’s Global Team Wins $25M Cancer Grand Challenges Award

By Savannah Tribune | March 13, 2024

Morehouse School of Medicine (MSM) announced Team SAMBAI, a global team led by Melissa B. Davis, Ph.D., director of the MSM Institute of Translational Genomic Medicine, has been awarded a $25 million grant funded by Cancer Research UK and the National Cancer Institute, through Cancer Grand Challenges, to address cancer disparities in populations of African ancestry, becoming the first Cancer … Continue reading “Morehouse School of Medicine Researcher’s Global Team Wins $25M Cancer Grand Challenges Award”

Women’s History Month Mary Ann Shadd Cary

By Savannah Tribune | March 13, 2024

“Mary Ann Shadd Cary, African American teacher, journalist, lawyer, and suffragist, was born in Wilmington, Delaware, on October 9, 1823, the oldest of 13 children. Her parents, Abraham Doras and Harriet Parnell Shadd, were elite free black activists. Her shoemaker father, an abolitionist, often hid runaway slaves in the family’s home. In 1832, Abraham was a state representative to the … Continue reading “Women’s History Month Mary Ann Shadd Cary”

President Biden Unveils Ambitious Budget Focused On Investing In America, Cutting Costs, & Strengthening Social Programs

By Savannah Tribune | March 13, 2024

President Joe Biden has revealed a comprehensive budget plan that the White House says prioritizes investment in the American people to build on the economic progress achieved over the past two years. The president’s approach emphasizes growing the economy from the bottom up and the middle out, as opposed to top-down strategies. Administration officials said under Biden’s leadership, the U.S. … Continue reading “President Biden Unveils Ambitious Budget Focused On Investing In America, Cutting Costs, & Strengthening Social Programs”

MLKing Observance Day Association Holds Annual Business / Community Luncheon

By Savannah Tribune | March 13, 2024

The Martin Luther King Observance Day Association held their annual Business and Community Luncheon Saturday, March 9, 2024 at The Marriott Savannah Riverfront. Mr. Edward Moody, News Anchor, WSAV-TV presided. Bishop Willie Ferrell, Senior Pastor of the Royal Church of Christ presented the invocation. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by the MLK Theme Winners. Mrs. Deborah Adams, President of … Continue reading “MLKing Observance Day Association Holds Annual Business / Community Luncheon”

Senior Citizens Inc. Announces 2024 Legends, Leaders, and Life Well-Lived Awardees

By Savannah Tribune | March 06, 2024

Senior Citizens, Inc. (SCI), a nonprofit dedicated to helping people age successfully, is pleased to announce the 2024 recipients of the Legends, Leaders, and Life Well Lived Award. The recipients have contributed significantly to their community, inspired others by the difference they have made, and exemplified a life well lived. The 2024 honorees are: Sr. Margaret Beatty, R.S.M.: Throughout her … Continue reading “Senior Citizens Inc. Announces 2024 Legends, Leaders, and Life Well-Lived Awardees”

Sandra Collins Celebrates Her 80th Birthday

By Savannah Tribune | March 06, 2024

Lifelong Savannah resident and matron Sandra Collins celebrated her 80th Birthday on Saturday, February 24th with family and friends at Carey Hilliards Banquet Hall in Savannah. She was honored for her life of service to the people of Savannah by family and friends.

Parker’s Kitchen & Wounded Warrior Project Announce New Partnership To Support Injured Local Veterans

By Savannah Tribune | March 06, 2024

Parker’s Kitchen – a nationally acclaimed convenience store company and food service leader that has donated more than $30 million to support important community causes through the Parker’s Community Fund – announced a new partnership with Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) to support injured local veterans in Georgia and South Carolina earlier today. Parker’s Kitchen and WWP representatives made an official … Continue reading “Parker’s Kitchen & Wounded Warrior Project Announce New Partnership To Support Injured Local Veterans”

While Some Folk Sleep, Others Are Making Decisions

By Savannah Tribune | March 06, 2024

As I watched the evening news on February 20, 2024, I listened to the reporter talk about the graffiti that was sprayed on the buildings at Savannah State University. Apparently, whoever did it was protesting the dismissal of thirteen faculty and the possibility of more closed programs at the institution that might include the programs in the “arts.” I agree … Continue reading “While Some Folk Sleep, Others Are Making Decisions”

Women’s History Month

By Savannah Tribune | March 06, 2024

History of the National Association of University Women, Inc.: The College Alumnae Club was organized March 11, 1910 in the home of Mrs. Mary Church Terrell in Washington, D.C. Twenty-four university graduates joined her, elected officers, and set up a program. The new club desired to stimulate young women to attain professional excellence, to exert influence in various movements for … Continue reading “Women’s History Month”

Southeast Georgia Leadership Forum Unveils 2024 Legacy Leader Award Recipients

By Savannah Tribune | February 28, 2024

The Southeast Georgia Leadership Forum announced the distinguished recipients of the 2024 Legacy Leader Awards will be business leader and philanthropist, Bob Jepson, and State Representative, Edna Jackson. The Emerging Leader Award recipient is Catherine Grant, CEO of Expercare. The Legacy Leadership Awards were presented at the Southeast Georgia Leadership Forum and took place on February 26th and 27th at … Continue reading “Southeast Georgia Leadership Forum Unveils 2024 Legacy Leader Award Recipients”