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Jordan Sullen on Fatherhood: A Journey of Grace, Growth, and Legacy

May 23, 2025 admin 0

By Staff Fatherhood arrived for Jordan Sullen like a sunrise—powerful, humbling, and life-changing. Known for his presence both in his community and as the founder of Hatrimony, Jordan carries a deep understanding of identity, intention, and love. But becoming a father […]

NAREB NATIONAL BUILDING BLACK WEALTH DAY ATTRACTED OVER 25,000 PEOPLE AT EVENTS ACROSS THE COUNTRY

April 22, 2024 admin 0

By Staff WASHINGTON, DC – On Saturday, April 13, more than 25,000 individuals flocked to events nationwide, marking the National Building Black Wealth Day as designated by the National Association of Real Estate Brokers (NAREB). In over 100 cities, seminars and […]

Ameer Baraka Actor And Proud Dyslexia Advocate

September 11, 2023 admin 0

By Staff What happened that you learned about having dyslexia? Throughout my childhood I went undiagnosed. At 23 years of age and serving a four year prison sentence, I was screened for my reading ability. Each inmate has to be […]

Stay Well Community Health Initiative’s Nationwide Vaccination Day Vaccinates Hundreds of People Across the Country Against COVID-19

April 28, 2023 admin 0

By Dena Vang WASHINGTON—The Stay Well Community Health Initiative’s Nationwide Vaccination Day delivered over 400 COVID-19 vaccinations and free health resources to hundreds of people in a single day on Saturday, April, 22. In recognition of April being National Minority […]

On the Front Lines: Honoring Health Care Heroes During Black History Month

February 2, 2023 admin 0

By Dena Vang Real-world superheroes wear stethoscopes, scrubs and even suits — not capes. For the past two years, as the COVID-19 pandemic raged on, Black health care workers and leaders have served on the front lines to advocate for […]

NOT EVERY FAMILY HAS A TRACY MORGAN, BUT ALL PARENTS CAN BE COMMITTED TO PROVIDING STEM LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES FOR THEIR CHILDREN

October 20, 2022 admin 0

BY DR. CALVIN MACKIE, FOUNDER AND PRESIDENT OF STEM GLOBAL ACTION NEW ORLEANS – “When entertainer Tracy Morgan realized his nine-year-old daughter, Maven Sonae, dreams of becoming a marine biologist, he built a 20,000-gallon tank in their backyard, with more […]

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Inhale Success: Blakk Tatted Becomes Overnight Millionaire With Hookah Brand

July 13, 2022 zenger.news Comments Off

The New Orleans native credits his personable demeanor for much of his success.
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DR. CALVIN MACKIE, FOUNDER AND PRESIDENT OF STEM GLOBAL ACTION

December 23, 2021 admin 0

NO MORE LOST EINSTEINS! All Children Must Have Opportunities to Flourish and be Our Future STEM Leaders NEW ORLEANS – “I applaud the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine (NASEM) for recognizing that a devastating lack of educational investments and resources in communities […]

New Orleans legend Fiend's name derives from the Eric B. & Rakim song, “Microphone Fiend.” (Courtesy of Fiend)

Louisiana Legends: There’s No Limit To Fiend’s Greatness

November 3, 2021 257873455330365 Comments Off

Fiend joins Lil Wayne as the face of New Orleans’ 17th Ward most influential voices.
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Talking Floss – A Conversation With Dr. Jarrett Manning

October 22, 2021 admin 0

By Kymberly Amara This month is dental hygiene month and just like good nutrition is important, dental hygiene is equally important. In celebration of National Dental Hygiene month, I had the opportunity to chat with America’s favorite dentist, Dr. Jarrett […]

After Three Rewarding Decades As A Public Servant The Pandemic Lead Me To My New Career As a Real Estate Professional

September 14, 2021 admin 0

By Staff What inspired you to create a second career? For three decades, I’ve spent my career as a public servant working with children and families in the government and nonprofit sectors. This work can be extremely rewarding and positively […]

Jude R. Collins Founder of Vaccinate NOLA

June 7, 2021 admin 0

By Taroue Brooks Tell us about your company and services. We operate a family medicine practice, our Medical Doctor provides general health services for families. What inspired you to become an entrepreneur? My grandfather who was an entrepreneur as […]

Founder Of New Orleans Youth Coalition Determined To Create Refuge For Kids

April 24, 2021 zenger.news Comments Off

Brideisha Harness-Taylor is relentless in her quest to help inner-city youngsters lead fulfilling lives.
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The Magical Mystikal Tour Continues: Rapper ‘Unsung’ But Far From Finished

March 25, 2021 zenger.news Comments Off

Rapid-fire emcee is back in the studio with the team that brought him to prominence.
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Reaching For The Stars One Shot At A Time

March 5, 2021 zenger.news Comments Off

Brian Randolph is using basketball to help New Orleans youth achieve greatness.
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An Interview with Brandon L. Comer Managing Partner Comer Capital Group

January 12, 2021 admin 0

By Heart & Soul Staff What inspired you to become an entrepreneur? An entrepreneurial spirit has been prevalent in me since I was a teenager. While I worked various retail jobs in high school, it was my lawn mowing and […]