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Men and Breast Cancer Awareness
Breast cancer is most often associated with women, but men can develop the disease too. Knowing the symptoms, understanding the risk factors and paying attention to changes in the chest or breast area can help men recognize when it is time to talk with a healthcare provider.
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The Power of Expectations
Today, many factors and barriers to learning can affect a student's academic performance.
Ella Cooper
Sep 200 min read
Introducing Pastor Sadiel Suckiel: A New Chapter for New Israel Reformed Episcopal Church
At just 30 years old, Pastor Sadiel Suckiel brings a deep commitment to servant leadership, community engagement and the Gospel as he begins his ministry at New Israel Reformed Episcopal Church in Charleston.
Audrey G. Lisbon
Aug 190 min read
Breaking the Cycle of Hand-Me-Down Hate
“Hand-Me-Down” is a familiar term to many. It basically is a used or second-hand item, usually some articles of clothing, passed from one person to another for reuse. However, hand-me-downs can be anything (clothing, furniture, books, toys, cars, etc.) that would benefit the recipient.
The Carolina Inkslinger
Sep 201 min read
106 Coming Street: Where Sacred Ground and Community Legacy Meet
Beneath a downtown Charleston site once home to the Colored YWCA lies a burial ground whose history reaches back to slavery — and whose legacy is now shaping a new effort toward remembrance, stewardship and justice.
Audrey G. Lisbon
Aug 180 min read
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Don’t Wait Until the School Calls: Parent Before the Crisis!
I want to begin my sermonette series this month about schools, thanking the parents who are and have always been there to support, encourage, and discipline their children. Further, thanks for supporting your children’s teachers, administrators, coaches, etc., and for being proactive and less reactive. However, some parents are not always so supportive.
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Introducing Pastor Sadiel Suckiel: A New Chapter for New Israel Reformed Episcopal Church
At just 30 years old, Pastor Sadiel Suckiel brings a deep commitment to servant leadership, community engagement and the Gospel as he begins his ministry at New Israel Reformed Episcopal Church in Charleston.
Church Banquet held at The Alfred Williams Community Center on Friday, July 31, 2026
Charity Missionary Bapitst Church marked its 112th anniversary with a banquet, gospel music, revival services and a special anniversary worship celebration.
When Faith and Labor Meet
More than 40 faith congregations and representatives from 16 labor unions and organizations gathered at Bibleway Baptist Church on June 26–27 for a two-day Education Summit hosted by the Community Faith and Labor Transformation Project and the Charleston Alliance for Fair Employment (CAFE). The summit focused on building lasting partnerships between faith communities and organized labor while equipping workers with organizing skills and community support to advance workplace
Preserving History Through Music: Knights of Peter Claver Jazz Brunch Strikes a Chord
On June 13, 2026, a friend and I had the distinct pleasure of attending The Knights of Peter Claver Jazz Brunch 2026 Fundraiser, an event that brought together parishioners, community leaders, supporters, and music enthusiasts for an afternoon dedicated to preserving one of Charleston’s most treasured historic and spiritual landmarks, St. Patrick’s Catholic Church, located at 134 St. Phillip Street, Charleston, SC 29403.
Campus Safety Tips That Work for College Students
College brings new freedom and new responsibilities, including staying safe. Drawing on her experience in law enforcement and higher education, Dr. Deborah Hunter-Clark offers practical tips to help students stay alert, navigate campus safely, protect themselves in social settings and look out for one another.
4 days ago
SC State’s Winning Streak Ends After Perfect September
South Carolina State football capped an undefeated September with national recognition and a 13-game winning streak. But the Bulldogs’ perfect run came to a dramatic end against The Citadel, despite a second-half rally that tied the game before a last-second field goal sealed the 34-31 loss.
4 days ago
Developer Indicted in Allen University Stadium Deal
A proposed multimillion-dollar athletic complex for Allen University is now at the center of a federal criminal case. Developer Lamonica “Monti” Valrie faces wire fraud and money laundering charges stemming from the failed stadium project, as prosecutors allege funds intended for the development were used for personal luxury expenses.
4 days ago
Bulldogs Make History in 87-0 Season-Opening Rout
South Carolina State opened defense of its HBCU national title with a record-setting performance in the August 29 seaon-opener.
Sep 20
Lowcountry Powers Emerge as Early State Title Contenders
The last time a Lowcountry team won the S. C. High School League Class 5A football title was Goose Creek in 2011.
Sep 20
YMCA Cannon Street All Stars Return Home
Charleston welcomed home a remarkable group of American heroes on August 8, 2026, as members of the legendary YMCA Cannon Street All Stars Baseball Team returned to the Holy City for a special reunion and visit to the International African American Museum (IAAM).
Sep 20
Burke Football Bets on Depth and Discipline in Region 8-A
With one of Charleston County's smaller rosters, the Bulldogs are leaning on fundamentals, accountability and a move to Class A as they look to rebuild.
Aug 18
Finding Belonging at HBCUs and PWIs
For African American students, the college experience can differ significantly between an HBCU and a predominantly white institution. Jalyn Woodbury examines South Carolina State University and the University of South Carolina, exploring how culture, representation, resources and campus environment shape students’ sense of belonging and overall college experience.
Finding Belonging at HBCUs and PWIs
For African American students, the college experience can differ significantly between an HBCU and a predominantly white institution. Jalyn Woodbury examines South Carolina State University and the University of South Carolina, exploring how culture, representation, resources and campus environment shape students’ sense of belonging and overall college experience.
The Power of Expectations
Today, many factors and barriers to learning can affect a student's academic performance.
A Retired Educator’s Words of Wisdom for a New School Year
Another school year has begun. As a retired educator, I have come to appreciate that a new school year is much more than the beginning of another academic calendar. It is a new opportunity—a chance to learn something new, to overcome yesterday’s disappointments, to strengthen relationships, and to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others.
Orangeburg's Erica Taylor Named South Carolina's Top School Communicator
Orangeburg County School District's communications chief has been named South Carolina's 2026 Communicator of the Year and will also lead the state's school public relations association through 2027.
Black Folk Talk: A Time to Unite
Every now and then, we need to have a Black talk silk. The clock is ticketing, and time is no longer on our side. We must wake up, recognize the urgency of the moment, and put divisiveness behind us.
What’s Black? Things We Need to Watch
These are some of the things we need to watch in September…
The Man Beside the Tracks
There is something about a freight train passing by that still triggers one’s imagination about hobo life. That is certainly why I stopped beside the tracks earlier this week and took a few photographs for this article.
Breaking the Cycle of Hand-Me-Down Hate
“Hand-Me-Down” is a familiar term to many. It basically is a used or second-hand item, usually some articles of clothing, passed from one person to another for reuse. However, hand-me-downs can be anything (clothing, furniture, books, toys, cars, etc.) that would benefit the recipient.
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
Residents Disappointed by Legislative Approval of Senate Bill S.832
The approval of Senate Bill S.832 by the South Carolina General Assembly has become a growing concern for residents living near The Citadel and other state-supported institutions, including the Medical University of South Carolina, Roper St. Francis Hospital, and the Ralph H. Johnson Veterans Affairs Medical Center.
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