Shiloh Baptist Church Event Reflects Civil Rights Movement’s Focus on Advancing Health Equity as Nation Recovers from COVID-19 Pandemic Atlanta, GA (August 25, 2023) – The Conference of National Black Churches (CNBC) will host a health fair in collaboration Dr. Wallace Charles Smith and the historic Shiloh Baptist Church on Sunday, August 27th, as part of the 60th anniversary of the March on Washington. The event recognizes the historic role health equity has played in the Civil Rights movement, as well as the Black Church’s strong role in leading the…
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New Park in LaGrange, Georgia Named for Reverend Dr. Otis Moss, Jr. and Dr. Benjamin T. Wood On July 27, 2023 at 10:30 am, the City of LaGrange, Georgia and the Troup County Parks and Recreation will dedicate a new park in the name of Reverend Dr. Otis Moss, Jr. and the late Dr. Benjamin T. Wood. The park is located near 118 Brown Street in LaGrange, Georgia. It is the site of the former Kelly Grammer School, an elementary school that had been the only school for Black children…
Annual Fundraiser will Culminate with a FREE Outdoor Concert and Candlelight Vigil in downtown East Point. Race/Walk starts at 5PM ATLANTA, GA [July 6, 2023] — Early bird registration for the 43rd Sickle Cell 5K Road Race/Walk is now open. Participants who register now through July 31st will receive a $5 discount and a guaranteed souvenir T-shirt. The charity fundraiser takes place at 5 pm Saturday, September 9, 2023, in beautiful downtown East Point on a 5K route starting at East Point City Hall, 2757 East Point Street, East Point, GA…
Holiday Fireworks Celebrations Georgia law states that fireworks cannot be sparked near a public roadway or railroad, cannot be sold to anyone under the age of 18, and cannot be sold from a car or a tent. In most cities and counties of Georgia, fireworks may be ignited any day between 10 am and 11:59 pm. On New Year’s Day, fireworks may be ignited from midnight to 1 am. New legislation, effective July 1, 2018, gives local authorities the option to restrict the use of fireworks at certain times, provided…
Most aquatics-related accidents can be prevented. Some Points of Safety Afloat and Safe Swim Defense Qualified Supervision All aquatics activities should have supervision by an adult, 21 or older, who is responsible and trained in Safe Swim, Safety Afloat, First Aid and CPR Personal Health Review Health history. Are there any restrictions on the part of the participant? Physical Fitness and Swimming Ability How proficient of a swimmer is the participant?… be truthful and honest Personal Flotation Equipment (PFE) Properly fitted U.S. Coast Guard-approved personal flotation devices (PFDs) must be…
Men who can burn [grill] and volunteers are still needed. To register visit our website at www.familyfoodfest.org. In its 21st year, Family Food Fest Atlanta celebrates men of color on Father’s Day as they show off their culinary skills. This year we will recognize the 50th Anniversary of Hip Hop and Juneteenth. Radio Personality and Hip Hop Artist Chubb Rock will perform and serve as an honorary host. Sponsors include Georgia Natural Gas, Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport, American Family Insurance, Arby’s, WCLK FM, Black Greek Letter Consortium, AARP, WSB…