By Anthony Byrd On June 22, 2023, the Cleveland Cavaliers, in collaboration with the City of Cleveland, unveiled their 14th renovated gymnasium at the Collinwood Neighborhood Resource and Recreation Center (NRRC) as a tribute to both community and basketball. The Cavaliers have undertaken an exciting project aimed at improving local communities and providing a better […]
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The Sound of Blackness
An Editorial by Melvin Twigg Mason What is it about jazz trumpeter Donald Byrd’s “Cristo Redentor” that so captivates me? The iconic 1970 tune, written by Duke Pearson (“Chili Peppers,” “Jeannine“), seems to capture the soul of how it feels to be Black in America. Though Pearson attributed this work to his being impressed by […]
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Cleveland Clinic on Immunization Awareness Month
By Veronica Maciag August has long been recognized as National Immunization Awareness month. This observance, powered by the Center for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC), works to emphasize the importance of vaccinations for people of all ages. Though many believe that vaccinations become negligible after your childhood or teenage years, there are actually a variety […]
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Fibroids: The Silent Pandemic (Part 2)
Sadly, women have been combating hemorrhaging since Bible days and navigating the tumultuous emotional, physical, sexual, and even financial toll it takes on the woman suffering. This ailed woman may try several different solutions to figure out which one best fits her lifestyle while still undergoing all the effects of excessive bleeding from tumors like […]
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Choosing to Accept or Decline Medical Care
By Sheila Ferguson Approximately half (45% or 133 million) of all Americans suffer from at least one chronic disease, and the number is growing. Chronic diseases—including cancer, diabetes, hypertension, stroke, heart disease, respiratory diseases, arthritis, obesity, and oral diseases—can lead to hospitalization, long-term disability, reduced quality of life, and death. Chronic conditions are the nation’s […]
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Child Abduction: Prevention and Recovery
By Sheila Ferguson From April through June 2023, thirty children of color went missing in Cleveland, Ohio. This was an unbearable situation for the families and the Greater Cleveland community. It left adults asking: Where are the missing children? Are they okay? How are their families doing? What are the police and media doing to […]
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God’s Trustworthy Messengers
By Pastor Larry Frazier Important responsibilities must be delegated to those that are the most competent. Since humans have a history of falling short, God knew that the good angels could always be trusted to correctly and honestly do His bidding. God entrusted the announcement of His Son’s coming, the physical care of His Son, […]
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The Cavaliers Remodel Local Recreation Center
By Anthony Byrd On June 22, 2023, the Cleveland Cavaliers, in collaboration with the City of Cleveland, unveiled their 14th renovated gymnasium at the Collinwood Neighborhood Resource and Recreation Center (NRRC). Located at 16300 Lakeshore Blvd, it is a tribute to both community and basketball. The Cavaliers have undertaken an exciting project aimed at improving […]
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Review: “The Trial of Willie Lynch”
By Anthony Byrd On June 10, the East Cleveland Library hosted an engaging pre-Juneteenth extravaganza, offering a diverse range of pop-up shops and family-friendly activities. Among the standout events was a captivating theatrical production called Lynch: The Trial of Willie Lynch. Given Willie Lynch’s significant association with the history of slavery, it was instantly intriguing. […]
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Books, Buses, and the Unexpected — Tips For School
By Tonya Sams August is here and we will soon hear the ringing of school bells. But preparing for the new year is more than just buying clothes and supplies – it is also about preparing for new situations and challenges students may face at school. The Legal Aid Society of Cleveland provides legal help […]