By John Archibald It started about as bad as it can get. Then it got worse. Rev. Vincent Witt, a Baptist preacher and chaplain of the city of Lipscomb, is angry as he talks about his […]
By Ashley Remkus Misty Jackson walked out of jail in May of 2020 with an electronic bracelet wrapped firmly around her ankle. After posting bail, Jackson paid another $75 to have that ankle monitor attached. Then […]
By Ben Thomas AHSAA executive director Alvin Briggs called Roosevelt Sanders a “man of tremendous character.” Sanders, an AHSAA Hall of Fame basketball coach, died over the weekend at the age of 84. He led Central-Tuscaloosa […]
By Roger Caldwell, NNPA Newswire Contributor NNPA NEWSWIRE — When leadership reflects people of color, America is in a better place for opportunity and progressive ideas for Black people. Whether you’re looking forward to them, […]
By Nsenga K. Burton, Ph.D, NNPA Newswire Culture and Entertainment Editor THE BURTON WIRE — Hickmon, a beloved and celebrated member, served the organization for 39 years. The Connecticut native was initiated into the Alpha […]
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CELEBRITY DEATHS ‘Man of tremendous character:’ Basketball coach Roosevelt Sanders left legacy in T-town IN MEMORIAM: Cheryl Hickmon: National President of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. Dies ROYAL FUNERAL HOME MS. HAZEL BRANDON APRIL 17, […]
Thanks to Speakin Out News and to our many dedicated readers. Sunday was a beautiful day with the sun shinning but it was a bit chilly. It is hard to keep up with 55 degrees […]
Scriptural text: Deuteronomy 16:18-21; 17:8-13 General Goals (Deuteronomy 16:18-20): Responsible People (v.18). The gate was the place of public resort among the Israelites and other Eastern people, where business was transacted and causes decided. The […]
By William Thornton Minority business owners now have a new resource in the Birmingham area for help in networking, securing federal resources and building opportunities. The Alabama Minority Business Development Agency (MBDA) is operating in Birmingham’s historic 4th […]
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