Aubry Stone Legendary Leader of Chamber Dies

A mentor, a teacher, a motivator, but most of all a leader, yes all describe the man, the person who has dedicated his life to public service and economic development. Aubry Stone always views the glass as half full versus half empty. His optimistic outlook is demonstrated by his belief that no life obstacle is […]

VIRGIE HAZEL McCAIN & WILLIAM HENRY CARTER PARK

VIRGIE HAZEL McCAIN & WILLIAM HENRY CARTER PARK A landmark that tells a story of good people! BY SDMNEWS It’s just a friendly quiet park with a story with swings in the cradle of people having simple fun in this wonderful piece of history! “Ms. Virgie was adamant about getting this done, William Carter says.” […]

Makena Hayes-Gargonnu; Life By Design

Makena has been a celebrity event producer for 12 years. In addition, she consults with high profile entrepreneurs, is an event marketing strategist, and a social media influencer. In 1998, Makena first got started in event production where she worked closely with the executive producer, as her registration manager, who produced conferences to empower women […]

Rising Star Shyra James Goes for the Goal

Women deserve more than just a pat on the back! by Amya Jones Although the sports industry has always been male-centric and it seems athletic women have been swept under the rug and left out of today’s sports industry, vigorously active women are now improving in the sports market. Whether it’s a four-time gold medalist […]

San Diego Black Panther Party is laid to rest

Kenny Denmon, Minister of Defense San Diego Black Panther Party is laid to rest Kenny put San Diego on the map in regards to panther pride and a strong presence of military-style defense. I mean an intellectual style-defense in other words. Even the great Hollywood actor Marlon Brando was highly drawn to Kenny’s sharp wit […]

Political Icon Ron Dellums A Radical for LIFE

Political Icon Ron Dellums A Radical for LIFE Ronald V. Dellums, the son of a West Oakland longshoreman who as a liberal Congressman never forgot his roots as an anti-war activist and human rights champion, died early Monday at his Washington, D.C., home. He was 82. Dellums, who ended his political career as mayor of […]

How is Black-owned Business Doing in the Trump Economy?

Leo Hickman, the founder of Classy Hippie Tea Company, has been in business for seven years. Hickman said under the current economy “there is monetary value, even if you are losing” because Trump “just put in tax breaks for owners,” the American Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, that can be written off. The American Tax […]