Local baker overcomes adversity to grow business
Deciding to launch a new business requires courage, never ending passion, and unparalleled talent. Entrepreneurs must have vision, knowledge, and...
5 major initiatives to generate real progress locally
I’ve attracted some buzz with my latest articles highlighting many structural challenges preventing the local economy from achieving higher population...
Black History: Conversation with Lafayette Jones
For Lafayette Jones, whether its personal, business, or community – relationships have been the primary driver for success. Born in...
Black History: Conversation with Curtis Wynn
Curtis Wynn has a big role, a big heart, a big family, and a passion for small communities. We connected...
Black History: Conversation with Ja’Net Adams
Widely known historian Carter G. Woodson created “Negro History Week”, which was the precursor to Black History Month, and celebrated...
Brace yourself in 2018
It’s 2018 and with the arrival of a new year comes new opportunities to accomplish your goals – start a...
Design SMART goals for 2018
The only way to eat an elephant is “one bite at a time” – the age old saying is meant...
Gratitude
The official start to the holiday season kicks off with Thanksgiving – get ready for family dinners, time off from...
We must renew our value for men and women in public service
On June 14, 2017 – the country woke up to news of another mass shooting, a man used a SKS...
America: Focus on God
Algenon reminds voters that neither political party has the answers that will transform your life – only God does –...