Physical and mental health information, and events; subtopic That’s Gospel religious news and events
Members of the Blount County Intergovernmental Public Advisory are Enforcing Gov. Lee’s Order to Stay Home. This includes the cities of Maryville, Alcoa, Friendsville and Townsend, and the towns of Rockford and Louisville. Blount County, TN (March…
By Pat Mebane Benn (March 29, 2020) As we toil through another week of enduring the Covid-19 pandemic, I’m beginning to see people pulling together. The media is showcasing acts of kindness, of the better side of Americans;…
Eddie Mannis extends the resources of Prestige Cleaners to help protect local medical professionals while providing work and a paycheck to employees. KNOXVILLE, TN (March 23, 2020) – On Monday morning the alterations staff at Prestige Cleaners…
Knox Countians are urged to continue to exercise caution, stay at home when possible, adhere to social distancing guidelines, maintain good hygiene practices, and not touch your face. KNOXVILLE, TN (Marc 23, 2020) – Today the Knox County…
By Pat Benn KNOXVILLE, TN (March 19, 2020) – Today as I arose my heart sank. News dress on social media, newspaper headlines, Facebook, Instagram, and the list continues, all focused on the coronavirus. Pastors, theologians, teachers, preachers,…
Join Pastors Gerard and Charlesetta Branch and the Faith Believers family this Sunday for the word. The focus of the message will be “Making Room.” Apostle Branch and Prophetess Charlesetta would love to have you come out and…
The Rev. Stephanie Spellers is an Episcopal Church leading thinker and consultant of 21st century ministry and mission, and is Canon to the Presiding Bishop for Evangelism and Reconciliation. Knoxville, TN (February 2020) – A community-wide annual…
Despite the turmoil reported many times a day by more news outlets than can be followed, people loving and embracing people, God’s children, continues to rise above the fray. KNOXVILLE, TN (January 2020) – From Pastor Barbara Jackson,…
On short notice, Kanye West stepped-in to replace John Crist after the comedian was “removed due to a moral failure” first revealed in early November. Looking for a replacement for Crist, Strength to Stand Student Bible Conference leader Scott…
Children over the age of 30 are encouraged to help their parents and grandparents get enrolled for Medicare, a federal health insurance program. Nationwide — Open healthcare enrollment started on October 15th, and the deadline is already fast…
Mayor Madeline Rogero is encouraging Knoxville residents without health insurance to explore their options available through the Affordable Care Act’s Health Insurance Marketplace. Open enrollment (and re-enrollment) begins Friday, Nov. 1 and runs through Sunday, Dec. 15. “This…
A crowd of relatives, boys club members, school teachers, childhood Scarboro friends, and community members recently packet Spurgeon Chapel Church, to welcome one of their own. Oak Ridge native and percussionist Bruce White was in town on a…
A stage 3 breast cancer diagnosis inspired Dr. Missy Johnson to become an advocate, author, speaker, and to launch a movement: “Fearless Women Rock!” Detroit, MI (BlackNews.com) — After three near-death experiences and a three percent chance of…
OAK RIDGE, TN (Oct, 2019) – Oak Ridge native and xylophone artist Bruce Edward White is returning home to perform two concerts in Oak Ridge this Sunday, Oct. 13, 2019. White is accomplished on a rarely featured instrument…
African-Americans have a number of challenges that threaten their existence. With this new book, people can begin to ask serious questions that will usher in a new age of financial security. Las Vegas, NV (BlackNews.com) — African Americans have…
Your happiness is under attack! It plays an important role in your physical health and well-being. There are doctors – physical and mental. Sometimes we just need help. By Patricia Williams Life wasn’t as difficult back in the…
(BOTWC staff – June, 2019) Dr. Patrice Harris shattered a glass ceiling in the medical industry. On June 11, 2019, she was officially sworn in as the 174th President of the American Medical Association, making her the first…
Black women are 243% more likely to die from pregnancy and childbirth and related complications. Irth, is an app that holds doctors accountable for the lack of care that is producing a high Black maternal and infant mortality…
If you think vaping is bad for your heart and your lungs, a new study shows it can also up your chances of getting the flu, especially if you are a woman. As we enter the official flu…
Roy Allela, a 25-year old engineer and inventor from Kenya, has found the ultimate solution to bridging the communication barrier between deaf and hearing people. He has invented the Sign-IO gloves that can translate signed hand movements to…
Figgers Health Releases SMART Gluco 2 Wireless Monitoring System With Bluetooth Miami, FL (BlackNews.com) — Freddie Figgers, founder of Figgers Health Systems, has released a one of a kind SMART glucose meter that allows for real-time accountability and monitoring with…
Nationwide (BlackNews.com) — Single Black Seniors Network (SBSN) is proud to announce that it is expanding their network beyond the Chicagoland region. SBSN is a socialization network of like-minded seniors who come together to interact and enjoy planned activities….
Liberian’s Independance Day Celebration in East Tennessee start on Friday, July 26-28, and is open to the community. The diverse cultures of East Tennessee have another festival to enjoy. In addition to the Greek, Asian, African, Latin, Native Indian,…
“It breaks my heart to know that 5-year-old children are contemplating life and death, I just…I’m sorry. That one is tough for me. So, I’m here to appeal to you, because this is a national crisis.” -Taraji P….