Wellness

Give Me Some Sugar

By Elizabeth Colen Before you go trick or treating in a couple of weeks, you need to know more about what sugar is doing to your body. We’ve all heard that too much sugar is bad for us, right? Yes, we have.…
Events

The Rundown: Things to do Thursday, November 16 – Sunday, November 19

By Shawn D. Allison, II  What’s the word brothers and sisters? I hope that you all have had an amazing week. But now, the weekend is here and it’s time to relax! Thanksgiving is quickly approaching but before we all indulge into the cornucopia of food, family and fellowship, check out what I got in store for you this week in “The Rundown!”…
2017 September/October

Join the Community Conversation About John Biggers

  Join the Community Conversation About John Biggers By Tonya Jameson   The Mint Museum isn’t letting John Biggers’ exhibit “Wheels in Wheels” close quietly. Instead, the museum is partnering with Pride Magazine to present CommUNITY Conversation: “DECODING: Symbols, Icons, Mysteries & Mischief in the Art of John Thomas Biggers.”…
2017 September/October

Why Watching Your Blood Pressure Matters

High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a common condition that can lead to serious complications such as heart attack or stroke if untreated. Many people may not even realize that they have high blood pressure, which is why the American Heart Association refers to the condition as “a silent killer.”…
Events

The Rundown: Things to do Thursday, November 2 – Tuesday, November 7

By Shawn D. Allison, II  What’s good everyone? We have a JAM-PACKED weekend in the Queen City! There’s over 40 things to get into and there’s something for everyone to enjoy! I’m already having an issue of deciding what I will do, but if you want to really know what’s bumpin;’, jumpin’ and pumpin’ out here in these streets, check out my “Hot List” below!…
Wellness

Time to trim! Here’s An Easy Recipe

By Elizabeth Colen The trees are shedding their leaves and honestly it’s time for me to shed a little mass myself. Let’s follow the lead of Mother Nature and shed all the “extra” that we packed on this summer. I’ve really enjoyed all of the pool parties, bbq’s and backyard get-togethers with tons of friends, family and awesome food.…
Wellness

Let Peace be Your Journey

By Elizabeth Colen I was talking with my oldest sister on the phone, the other day, and she told me her new catch phrase is “Peace be Your Journey”. I was like hold on, I must let that sink in for a minute.…