Without a doubt, the current corona virus crisis and other events seem to blanket the world with fear. During such times, we remember the words of Franklin Delano Roosevelt spoken in 1933 in the midst of the one of the most fearful and darkest periods in our nation’s history: So…

During September, supporters wear light blue ribbons to observe Prostate Cancer Awareness Month. Since September is Prostate Cancer Awareness Month, we are going to look at the “Color of the Day” for September 25, 2019, “Prostate Cancer Awareness Day.” In recognition of that observance, supporters wear blue ribbons — usually…

In the News… FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Cancer Survivors, Local Communities to Celebrate National Cancer Survivors Day® on Sunday, June 2, 2019. With more than 15.5 million people living with and beyond cancer in the U.S. today — and more than 32 million cancer survivors worldwide — everyone knows someone whose…

As the days abound and lengthen into spring, some notable holidays and celebrations converge in April, the fourth month of the year. Besides being National Poetry Month, April has also been set aside as Jazz Appreciation Month. …

The Torchbearers by Charles Umlauf depicts the teacher passing the torch of knowledge to the student In a reciprocal relationship, communities we are a part of impart values, beliefs, and ideals into our lives, individually and collectively. In turn, individuals as they embrace those values and apply them to their…

Recently my wife and I attended the “home-going” service for a true hero who left behind an impressive legacy of courage, commitment, and service. Darryl Eugene Smith, died at 50 from complications of sickle cell anemia. David Rogers, a longtime friend and fraternity brother, paid tribute to him: “Although Darryl…

“Red, White and a Taste of the Blues: Celebration of Summer and So Much More” offers a collection of original poetry and commentary combined visuals and music. The opening photo displays the artistry of Jim Darnall in a vibrant display of these three colors of the summer season Red In…