Serving Metropolitan Detroit Since 1944
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DETROIT, Mich. - (December 1, 2023) – As the harsh winter weather approaches, Mildred Gaddis, host of The Mildred Gaddis Show on 105.9 Kiss-FM, is once again encouraging the community to help keep Detroit's homeless population warm. The 8th Annual Bed in a Bag Sleeping Bag Drive for the Homeless is set to take place this Sunday, December 3, from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. at the McDonald's on 1000 Mack Ave in Detroit. The community is invited to make monetary donations on-site during the event. Next m...
The Inkster Police Department wants all of their residents to be safe, especially their senior citizens. They held a Senior Crime Prevention Summit on Wednesday, November 15th at the Booker Dozier Recreation Center where residents of Inkster could come out and get some tips on how to be safe. There were tips on avoiding phone scams, being safe at home and Chief William Ratliff stressed that he wants to make sure that all of the seniors are protected. Retired Detective Robert Lee spoke about how... Full story
I am thankful for me and my Husband Rod's good health and our marriage. I am also thankful all for the Blessings and lessons that God provides for me each and every day. Martha Bassett My life is a life of gratitude all the time. Although I have a testimony, I am extremely grateful because of God's grace and love for me, that is why I am blessed. I am so grateful for all my loving family, church and friends who care for me and treat me kind. I am thankful to be able to eat food every day and...
Incarcerated students earned their bachelor's degree from a top 10 university for the first time in U.S. history. Through Northwestern University's Northwestern Prison Education Program, 16 students from the Stateville Correctional Center were conferred degrees in front of nearly 300 attendees, including friends and family, Northwestern faculty and fellow Northwestern Prison Education Program students last week. Everyone in attendance witnessed these students participate in the age-old ritual...
Diabetes is a pervasive health issue in the U.S., affecting nearly 1 in 10 Americans, with an additional 88 million adults at risk of developing the disease. The economic ramifications are staggering, contributing significantly to healthcare costs to the tune of $327 billion annually through both direct medical costs and the toll of reduced productivity. Beyond the financial burden, diabetes often leads to other chronic conditions, including heart disease and kidney problems, compounding challenges for people as they try to manage their... Full story
LANSING, MICH. – November 14, 2023 – Elected officials must do more to support the residents of Michigan who want to quit using tobacco products, say cancer patients, survivors, and advocates who are marking the American Cancer Society's 48th annual Great American Smokeout® this Thursday. The Great American Smokeout is a day for people who use tobacco to create a plan to quit. Not only does the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) want to help people quit, but it also wan...
As online shoppers hit "add to cart" earlier in the holiday shopping season – starting with Amazon Prime Big Deal Days back in October and ramping up to Christmas Day – more and more packages are dropping at front doors. The holidays are a top season for online shopping of expensive, high-end gifts and items such as electronics, jewelry and toys – and theft of those packages can be a costly loss. The uptick in early online shopping and deliveries presents a prime opportunity for theft from...
Students from University of Michigan put the final touches on their latest mural in Southwest Detroit. This one is located at the corner of Fort St. & Visger...
A recent study has outlined a disturbing trend across the nation: Increasing retirement woes among Black people, coming from several angles that indicate some could choose to work longer or seek more palatable options for savings and income. Either people aren't feeling on-track to retire, they're worried about outliving whatever savings they are able to accrue or their jobs don't offer fair retirement plans for people of color. These being common fears in the Black community, some just breeze...
In October, the Michigan Minority Supplier Development Council (MMSDC) named four trailblazers including Leon C. Richardson and Carla Walker-Miller as 2023 Michigan Minority Hall of Fame Legends. The Hall of Fame was created to ensure that iconic Michiganders are celebrated for the transformational impact they've made on Michigan's minority business growth, the indelible imprint they've made on minority businesses that are driving the state's economy while empowering communities that are often...
Wellspring Lutheran Services' Livonia Woods Campus hosted a Harvest Festival on Friday, October 27. Livonia Woods is a senior care center offering short-term rehabilitation care, respite care, long-term nursing care, and hospice care. Livonia Woods Administrator of Nursing and Rehabilitation Casendra White says both staff and residents worked together to plan the fun-filled afternoon and says, "I think it benefits the residents and their families to see that we put stock in our residents,...
Average parent spends more time on their devices than they do with their kids There is no shortage of studies showing the ill effects of screen time on young, developing minds. Yet while many parents set rules to limit their kids' electronics time, most aren't doing the best job role modeling themselves. According to research, three out of five American parents admit to spending more time on their electronic devices than their kids. On average, moms and dads spend nearly five hours daily on...
StatePoint) A home is often the most valuable asset a family can own. It serves as a wealth-generating opportunity for current and future generations as the home's value appreciates over time. Yet, for hundreds of thousands of people who inherited their land and homes from family members, these assets could be at risk. Many families have experienced problems with properties that have been passed down without a will or estate plan. These properties are referred to as heirs' property. If the deed...
(Black PR Wire) Miami, FL – October marks Breast Cancer Awareness Month and though all women can be affected by breast cancer, Black women continue to have a higher death rate. The incomparable Karen E. Jackson, Founder and CEO of Sister's Network Inc., joined the Thrivin' in Color podcast for an information packed discussion on the significance of early breast cancer screenings along with the indicators and signs women should be aware of. In this episode, Karen engages in an intriguing c...
Sickle Cell Awareness Month ends each year on September 30th but, it shouldn't stop there. Sickle Cell Disease (SCD) deserves to be talked about all year-long from warriors, parents, caregivers, supporters and doctors. Unfortunately, due to health-care disparities and racism, sickle cell disease, oftentimes doesn't receive the much-needed conversation that it requires. In order for education and awareness to increase, something must change across the world. The (SCD) community as a whole, must...
Most of you are probably familiar with the story of Noah and the flood. You may or may not remember all the details of the story, but I'm quite sure you are familiar with Noah, the ark and all of that water covering the entire planet. I think it would be safe to categorize that flood as an extreme weather event. In that instance, it was divine intervention that saved the Earth. Today, as we face extreme weather, the solution to the problem will most likely have to come from us. And right now,...
DETROIT-The Barbara Ann Karmanos Cancer Institute is joining 105.1 The Bounce, Detroit's Throwback Hip Hop and R&B station, for "Show Us Your Pink." This breast cancer awareness campaign will run through October and highlight breast cancer survivors while teaching listeners about the disease and the breast cancer screenings they should receive. The festivities will surround Wednesday, Oct. 11, Shannon Renee's five-year breast cancer survivorship anniversary. "As a triple-negative breast cancer...
Lansing, MI-John E. Johnson Jr., Executive Director of the Michigan Department of Civil Rights, has issued the following statement on the passage today in the State House of four bills on voting rights. "Today the Michigan legislature took a big step toward ensuring that everyone in Michigan who has the right to vote, will have a way to vote. Whether it is giving distant service members the right to cast a ballot electronically, or allowing for transportation to the polls, helping seniors,...
The newly renovated park area at the Beechwood Center was named after former River Rouge Commissioner Hezekiah McDonald Sr.. Wayne County Executive Warren Evans, Commissioner Cara Clemente joined McDonald's wife and children along with Mayor William Campbell and former Mayor Michael Bowdler for the ribbon cutting on September 14, 2023....
The North American International Auto Show is upon Detroit once again. For different reasons the Auto Show has always been a part of the Motor City's legacy. The event shows how Detroit got its name, bringing out tourists, journalists, and car enthusiasts from across the world to Detroit's waterfront. This year the Auto Show is running parallel to a historic event. The United Auto Workers strike. Let's take a moment to acknowledge the Union's hard work amongst this troubling time. The goal is...
The Detroit Auto Show is one of the most influential annual automotive events in the world and its where emerging technologies are showcased. If you grew up attending the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS), you are never prepared for the following year but, this year left you amazed in a new and different way. The future of the past, will one day become the present and that time is now! As you stepped onto the main show floor you learned about the new technology that is being placed...
The past weekends in River Rouge were a hard one to miss. There was so much going on! From Friday to Sunday the city has been lit up like the Vegas strip. Friday the annual River Rouge Days carnival opened. This year was different from the Rouge Days of before. There was a two dollar fee upon entry, and children under seventeen had to be supervised. The carnival portion took place inside a secured gate while vendors and events like wrestling and an old school car show took place. This new order...
The health of a community is often about connecting. Connecting with our neighbors, friends, and family to recharge our souls. Connecting with information that empowers us to make positive change. Now we need to get connected and work together to address a serious cause of heart failure called transthyretin amyloid cardiomyopathy, or ATTR-CM. Many of us may already be aware that when it comes to heart disease in the U.S., Black, African American, and Afro-Caribbean communities are...
Suicide is one of the nation's many health problems. Currently ranking as the second leading cause of death for ages 10-44, suicide can be prevented. In fact, September is National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month and September 10th is World Prevention Day. Individuals and organizations throughout the country, will have plans to highlight the problem of suicide and advocate for prevention. Locally, the National Center for Health Statistics reports that in 2021, the number of deaths caused by...
(StatePoint) With cold and flu season upon us, it's time to protect yourself, not only from those seasonal threats, but also from other health risks. "During the holidays, our lives get very busy with family and friends," said Dr. J.B. Sobel, chief medical officer for Cigna Healthcare's Medicare business. "Before then, please take time to ensure you get the preventive care you need to stay healthy." Preventive care is critical for everybody, but particularly for older adults, and especially in...
