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It’s been almost 3 months since we first learned about the oil that is spilling into the Gulf. A lot of action has been taken and there has been a lot of talk…but what’s really being done about it? Read More
Fred Hammond will bring his brand of praise and celebration to King’s Dominion this Saturday at Joyfest 2010. Also appearing will be J Moss, Donald Lawrence, comedian Sinbad and many more. Later this month Hammond will release a new project entitled “Life In The Word.” Many of the world’s greatest gospel artists will be featured. […]
New York Yankees longtime owner George Steinbrenner died this morning from a massive heart attack, his family confirmed in a statement. He was 80 years old. “It is with profound sadness that the family of George M. Steinbrenner III announces his passing,” the family said in a statement. “He was a visionary and a […]
By Lise Funderberg O, The Oprah Magazine Many of us have a hunch—though it hasn’t been proven beyond the shadow of doubt—that the only category of humanity more annoying than street mimes is relentless optimists. You know them: endlessly, unbearably sunny Pollyannas, clearly in denial about the world’s harsh realities, skipping along blithely, head in […]
Deacon of the Day Name: Deacon Clarence Claiborne Church: Union Baptist Church 15 plus years as Deacon, Currently Chairman of the Deacon Board Community Service: Visits sick and shut in members of the community Church Service: Active member of the Trustee Board, Sunday School Superintendent, Member of men’s choir and gospel choir, member of the […]
Many residents in Virginia are used to dry weather conditions during this time of year. As in the past, some jurisdictions are requesting voluntary water restrictions. If this dry weather pattern continues, those restrictions will become mandatory. The local NBC affilliate runs down the current situation. Click here for the story.
Deacon Of The Day Deacon’s Name: Freddie Harrison Chruch Affiliation: Oak Grove Baptist City: White Plains, VA Nominated by Patricia Jarrett According to Ms. Patricia Jarrett… [Deacon] Harrison came to us as an experienced military deacon. He is a humble man. He is always lending a helping hand to people. His personality is always […]
by Sheilah Belle Ripon, CA – Walter Hawkins, the Grammy Award-winning gospel singer/ composer and pastor of Oakland’s Love Center Church, died @ 2:48 PST July 11th at his home in Ripon. For the last two years, Hawkins has been battling pancreatic cancer. He was 61 years old. During the 1970s, Walter Hawkins personified a […]
Sister Act Titi and Miko Branch, Curve Salon Titi and Miko Branch have a Japanese mother, an African-American father, and hair that defies easy description. “It’s not kinky, it’s not straight,” Titi says. “It’s multitextured.” Managing their curls and waves has been a lifelong challenge, but the sisters got help early on from their paternal […]
by Sheilah Belle Richmond, VA — On Sunday, July 11, 2010 history will be made when Richmond and Sheilah Belle, aka “The Belle” host the largest outdoor Gospel Concert at Dogwood Dell. Entitled, The 1st Annual Gospel Music Fest with The Belle, the line up includes more than 24 acts with headlining artist National recording artist […]
HOW SWEET THE SOUND 2010 is here again in its 3rd national search for America’s Best Church Choir. Choirs from all across America, in 14 markets including Charlotte, Cleveland, Atlanta, Jacksonville, Washington D.C. and Chicago have answered the call for the chance to take the stage and claim the 2010 Best Church Choir in […]
by Sheilah Belle San Diego, CA — The Donnie McClurkin Radio Show is adding another hour to their radio show. They are calling it “Gospel Gold with Donnie McClurkin” and it kicked off on July 4th!” The new hour will focus on the Gospel classics and it will include The Belle Report Entertainment News Update […]
