by Debbie Norrell Courier Staff Writer On July 18 at the Senator John Heinz Regional History Center, more than 200 celebrated the Negro Leagues with the Josh Gibson Foundation and the Jerry Malloy Negro League Conference in the city of champions and capital of Black baseball. According to Larry Lester, event emcee and Negro Leagues Committee co-chair, the evening was a tribute to those who had the will and spit, muscle and hustle, baseball players who were mistreated, cheated, but never defeated in the game of peanuts and Cracker Jacks.
As many Americans seek out nutritious food options, flavor still reigns supreme, and several major food brands are proving that consumers don’t have to sacrifice taste in order to eat better. An array of health claims have been introduced to the public over the past few years, but a classic dietary recommendation—to lower sodium intake—is gaining interest. Today’s consumers are recognizing that this concrete step can help them live nutritious lifestyles, and are looking for satisfying choices from lower sodium juices to soups and crackers and even deli meats. However, despite growing awareness of the benefits of a lower sodium diet, many people still associate less salt with less flavor and may be hesitant to try these new offerings.
RICHMOND, Va. (NNPA)—Consolidated Bank & Trust Co., once enjoyed historical significance as the nation’s oldest Black-owned bank in continuous operation and for its founding by America’s first female bank president, Maggie L. Walker.
NEW YORK (AP)—The delinquency rate on U.S. mortgage loans hit an all-time high in the second quarter, but the pace of growth for the rate slowed, a possible sign the mortgage crisis may be beginning to turn the corner. Data provided by credit reporting agency TransUnion shows the ratio of mortgage holders who are 60 days or more behind on their payments increased for the 10th straight quarter, to 5.81 percent nationwide for the three months ended June 30.
I need some advice quickly! Last week I was offered a manager position within my former department. I am not sure if I should take it. They turned me down for this position the first time I applied for it. According to the interviewing manager, I was passed on this position the first time because they wanted someone with more supervisory experience and they thought that I needed to show more consistency with my attitude.
BENTONVILLE, Ark.—Wal-Mart Stores Inc. announced the promotion of Jeffrey A. Davis to senior vice president of finance for Walmart U.S. store operations. Davis and his team will be responsible for supporting store operations through the initiation and application of financial and operational strategies. The team’s goal is to help enhance the Walmart shopping experience, improve efficiencies and reduce overall costs for the nearly 3,700 Walmart stores nationwide.
In the early 1960s, crooner Tony Bennett popularized a song called “The Good Life.” It is a very harmonious ballad, but after researching the lyrics, I did not get any help in defining the good life. What is the good life? Is it wealth, fame or fortune? Unfortunately, if you have watched the recent news, it seems a number of the “rich and famous” end up in reputably tragic situations—-Michael Jackson, Steve McNair, Bernie Madoff.Perhaps the good life can be better described by our spirit, our relationships and our general well-being. Below are my thoughts on the good life, but I would be interested in hearing from you and getting your thoughts.
August 24 cannot come soon enough for Rochelle E. Oaks, Ph.D., as she prepares to participate in the 2009 Blacks In Government National Training Conference in Baltimore, Md. Viewing the chance to conduct eight workshops during the four-day convention as a great opportunity for her business, Oaks says excitement and anticipation is building day by day.
by Debbie Norrell DEBBIE NORRELL Pittsburgh finally has a casino,. It’s hard to believe. I had to be there on opening day just to give it the once over. I felt like I was in Vegas—well, almost. The place was packed. I found a slot machine to play and found that the machines only take five dollar bills. So if you head there with a wallet full of ones you’ll be out of luck. After I got over the $5 minimum I discovered most of the machines required you to select several lines to play. All of the machines were new and exciting but I didn’t see any of my old favorites that reminded me of Vegas, Atlantic City or the casinos in Detroit.
