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BUXTON, N.C. — Thousands were fleeing an exposed strip of coastal villages and beaches off North Carolina on Thursday as Irene approached, threatening to become the first major hurricane to hit the East Coast in seven years. About 180,000 tourists and residents in coastal Dare County have been told to leave, and forecasters issued a […]
Rev. Tedd Butler, pastor of the Gospel Light Baptist Church, of Grand Rapid Michigan is expected in court Thursday to face charges he sexually assaulted two boys, each under 13, that he met through the church. He is accused of two separate offenses. In Ottawa County, he’s facing second-degree sexual assault — that is, improper […]
Hurricane Irene continues to strengthen with strong wind gusts and speeds up to 115 miles per hour. The hurricane is pounding in the Bahamas now and will become a major hurricane by later today. Here is the latest on Hurricane Irene: http://www.nhc.noaa.gov/text/refresh/MIATCPAT4+shtml/231150.shtml?’%20rel=’nofollow Also, due to the smokefires in the south, the National Weather Service in Wakefield, […]
Hurricane Irene’s strength is building wind gust and speeds are still significant. In the event of a hurricane or disaster are you prepared? Is your family prepared? Do you have a safety-ready evacuation plan? Do you have or own emergency kits? These are very important questions that we need to ask ourselves in the event of disaster. […]
The U.S. Geological Survey recorded a magnitude-4.5 aftershock today at 1:08 a.m., according to the Richmond Times-Dispatch. Residents of the Bon Air in Chesterfield County and in western Henrico County reported feeling the tremor. The USGS said the quake was centered about 7 miles south of Mineral in Louisa County and 36 miles northwest of […]
On Sunday, August 28th – 48 years after he gave his famous “I Have A Dream” speech before 250,000 people on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial, a national monument will be dedicated to fallen civil rights leader, Martin Luther King Jr. Thousands are pouring into Washington, D.C. for a week of events leading up […]
Yesterday, Will and Smith’s marriage was headline talk. Marc Anthony was the reason. All because InTouch magazine, citing an unnamed “insider,” reported the alleged separation online Tuesday and teased to its print edition for more information. It sent shock-waves as people screamed, “Oh no, not Will & Jada”. All morning the tongues wagged. All night […]
For a better half of my day I sat at my desk refreshing my page to the HelloBeautiful homepage until it was confirmed that the Pinkett-Smith empire remained intact, no shame in my game! Lately money, love, and power are themes that have been on my mind. I suppose it’s because I am in my […]
by Sheilah Belle After five years since her Top Ten CD “In His Presence” was released, Judith Christie McAllister, prepares for the August 30th release of her fourth CD Sound the Trumpet on Shanachie Entertainment. McAllister’s highly anticipated new project brings praise and worshippers the high-energy anthems and tender songs of praise, expected from this […]
In light of today’s unexpected earthquake om the East Coast here is a list of things that one should have in case of an emergency. Developing an emergency plan is a beneficial thing to have when switchboards overload. Why Buy Silver & Gold ? Consider developing a disaster plan with your household members to prepare […]
Miss Community Clovia had the chance to check in on Richmond Mayor, Dwight C. Jones and shed some light on some of the initiatives he’s been working on around the city. Mayor Dwight C. Jones discusses the “First Fridays Art Walk” and the impact it has on the city and the community. Over the last […]
The Emancipator (Abraham Lincoln) to the Liberator (Dr. Martin Luther King, JR) Rally and March The Dr. Martin Luther King, JR Memorial Unveiling is hosted by the National Action Network. Radio One, Volunteers from the National Action Network and Magic Carpet Tours are sponsoring a bus to Washington, D.C. for this historical moment in our […]