The Family Journal, USA & Overseas Releases The First-Ballot Of The Sarah McLean Literary Hall of Fame 2022

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Black History Month Special

Elizabeth City State University's Alumni, Faculty, and Associates, First-Ballot Inductees, The Family Journal, USA & Overseas Sarah McLean Literary Hall of Fame 2022, Viking Pride!

Matthew Coates, '88, Photographer, Photography by Madison and Photographic Services, Professional Photographers of America; Photographers: Elizabeth City State University, “Viking Pride,” Since 1891

By HBCU ECSU Author, Dr. Charles L. Singleton 

Sarah McLean, Communication Editor, Family Journal Literary

Sarah Louise Singleton McLean (1937-2021), “Red Road,” Summerville, South Carolina, Communications Editor, Historian & Archivist of The Family Journal, USA & Overseas: Respectfully, Sarah McLean will forever be remembered for her historical newsletters, family reunions, obituary collection, and literary archive, since the 1950s. Sarah is a 1950s graduate of Alston High School (AHS), Summerville, South Carolina.

 

Sarah’s family archives: records (1815, 1834, 1850) and historical files of letters, obituaries and photographs have helped the editors and writers of the Family Journal, USA & Overseas to publish some amazing stories in Black News Scoop Global News. Most recently, millions of readers have read  “Checkout The Family Journal's USA & Overseas Fishermen’s Hall of Fame 2nd Round of 2021 Inductees,” Sunday, January 9, 2022, “Simple Solutions Save Lives, Law Enforcement And Policing The USA,” Saturday, April 24, 2021, “Clement Addison Singleton, Inspiration, Sign Me Up For The COVID-19 Vaccination Jubilee,” Thursday, August 26, 2021,  and “Discover The Amazing US Family That Produced 11 Members With Doctorate Degrees And Also Outstanding Legendary Citizens," Saturday, February 29, 2020.

 

As always, Executive Editor Karen Merrilles, ’92, HBCU Johnson C. Smith University (JCSU) graduate and U.S.A. Army Gulf War veteran (1990-1991), is thankful for continued literary support (publishers, correspondents, readers and contributors). Karen is the daughter of Sarah McLean and James Edward “Jim, Breeze” McLean (1937-2000), Lakeview, South Carolina, USA Air Force Fishing Legend.

 

“Red Road Man,” Editor-in-Review, Isreal T. Singleton, ’72, Claflin University (CU), thanks you as well for sharing our articles throughout various social media sites: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, Snapchat, and in Emails.  And now, read about the Sarah McLean, Literary Hall of Fame, The Family Journal, USA & Overseas Acclamation of Inductees 2022. Congratulations Elizabeth City State University Vikings and Alston High School Tigers.

Tamika Shari Bond Becomes 1st Black Woman-Owned Self-Sustainable Container Home Manufacturing Facility

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MEET THE FOUNDER OF THE 1ST BLACK WOMAN-OWNED SELF-SUSTAINABLE CONTAINER HOME MANUFACTURING FACILITY

Giving investors the opportunity to invest in a company dedicated to providing safe, affordable, and environmentally sustainable luxury container homes.

Tamika Shari Bond, founder and CEO of Bond Containers, is the first-ever Black woman-owned self-sustainable container home manufacturing facility. This is in a bid to provide clients with homes that are strong, affordable, and self-sustainable.

It is common knowledge that there is a high demand for homes that are both safe and affordable. With issues such as the pandemic alongside other circumstances, this has only been a dream for some people. Bond Containers is however set to make this dream come true.

The construction company is set to build homes that are strong, affordable, and stylish. With Bond Containers, clients will be getting homes that are not only affordable but also features an off-grid backup system in the event of a natural disaster.

These affordable modular homes that can be built in as little as 3-4 weeks are part of Bond Containers' goal to join in the global modular construction market size that is expected to reach $175.2 billion by 2025.

Learn Why Beautiful Black Actress Jeryl Prescott Joins The Sarcoidosis Awareness Campaign

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ACTRESS JERYL PRESCOTT OF AMC'S "THE WALKING DEAD" JOINS SARCOIDOSIS AWARENESS CAMPAIGN

Critical Campaign Raises Awareness of Prevalence & Severity of Sarcoidosis in Black Women

The Foundation for Sarcoidosis Research (FSR), the leading international nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the lives of those impacted by sarcoidosis and accelerating research towards a cure, is proud to announce its partnership with actress and sarcoidosis advocate, Jeryl Prescott.

Prescott is best known for her roles in AMC’s “The Walking Dead” (Jacqui), DC Universe’s “The Swamp Thing” (Madame Xanadu), Netflix’s "Resort to Love" (Naomi King), and most recently “All the Queen’s Men” (Judge Martha), currently streaming on BET Plus.

Prescott joins forces with FSR to promote the organization's Ignore No More: African American Women & Sarcoidosis National Campaign, throughout Black History Month (2022’s theme is Black Health & Wellness) and American Heart Month this February and to reveal her own struggles with this complex rare disease. Prescott’s passion for raising awareness for sarcoidosis among African American women stems from her own difficult journey and her recent diagnosis of cardiac sarcoidosis, in addition to her previously diagnosed pulmonary and ocular sarcoidosis.

1st Ever Black-Owned Fleet of Self-Driving Pods

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MANUFACTURING FOR THE FIRST-EVER BLACK-OWNED FLEET OF SELF-DRIVING PODS HAS OFFICIALLY BEGUN

JéGO Technologies Inc., a Black-owned innovative tech firm based in Miami, Florida, is celebrating that they have officially begun the manufacturing process for their self-driving vehicles called JéGO Pods. To be released in late 2022, these pods will mobilize and facilitate health services such as flu testing, IV therapy, and more. In addition, they have entered the Metaverse.

The Metaverse is a network of 3D virtual worlds focused on social connection. Interested individuals can easily experience this by using virtual and augmented reality headsets.

JéGO Technologies Inc. steers away from a myopic view of traditional tech but instead aims to build an ecosystem that benefits communities. In fact, the company has really put its best foot forward in pioneering the next generation of automation.

Mom, 6-Year Old Son Publish Black History Activity Book

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MOM PARTNERS WITH HER 6-YEAR OLD SON TO AUTHOR NEW BLACK HISTORY ACTIVITY BOOK FOR KIDS

A new book authored by Andrea Stephenson and her son, Corban, features 50 fun projects to help children and parents remember the scientific contributions of Black people

Best-selling author, Andrea Stephenson, along with the help of her six-year-old son, Corban, has written her sixth book entitled Our-Story Black History for Kids: Scientists. The book has over 50 fun art projects, science experiments, and STEM DIY projects to help children and parents remember the scientific contributions of Black people.

Andrea believes that Black history is important because it instills pride and confidence in children. She experienced this as a 9-years old girl when her older brother and sister-in-law developed a program called Our Story 101. Its purpose was to teach kids Black history and the contributions of Africans to our world.

Andrea started exposing her son, Corban, who co-authored the book, to Black history lessons when he was just 3-years old. To make it fun, she used story-telling and hands-on activities such as games, art, and play to expose him to this information.

Corban’s enthusiasm encouraged her to share this information with other parents and children through this #1 new release book that is now available on Amazon.

RISING Multitalented Star Anthony Lewis is Absolutely Lit In New Tubi Free Movie "Howard High"

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Anthony Lewis Shines in

'Howard High' on Tubi

"The Actor-Singer-Dancer is a
'Sure Fire' Superstar Heading All the Way Up!"

Pop and R&B singer Anthony Lewis can do it ALL - literally! The multi-talented singer-songwriter-dancer can also act in a BIG WAY!

Born in Los Angeles to parents who passed down their singing and acting talents to him, Anthony is probably one of the most focused young men in tinsel-town. His ‘work ethic’ is one that is driven and more driven. At any given day, which is daily for him, you can find him honing his 'acting chops' or in the studio working on new music.

Active as an entertainer, since he was a toddler, the clean-cut Lewis developed his voice in the church. As a teenager, he built a following on YouTube through uploaded covers of contemporary pop hits such as Bruno Mars’ Grenade and Frank Ocean’s Thinkin Bout You.

His debut single, a blend of 2 Chainz’ 2012 hit I’m Different and Soul for Real’s 1995 R&B classic Candy Rain — with a guest appearance from rapper Billy Bang released in 2014 caught the attention of music lovers everywhere. His video, It’s Not My Fault featuring the King of South himself, rapper T.I. garnered nearly 2 million views.

The RISE Of Award-Winning Journalist, Producer and Talk Show Host Star: Cathleen Trigg-Jones Inspires During Black History Month

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 Meet Emmy Award-Winning Journalist, Producer and Talk Show Host Rock Star: Cathleen Trigg-Jones

In celebration of Black History Month, we are saluting Cathleen Trigg-Jones, a rock star in her own right!

The celebrated Emmy award-winning journalist, talk show host, producer and actress has co-starred in more than a dozen TV shows and films, including: Power, Madam Secretary, House of Cards, Homeland, and the Tupac Shakur biopic, All Eyes On Me. She is the Executive Producer and Host of the talk show Chic Chat on iOne Digital and creator and co-star of the hit docu-series We are the Joneses, which airs on Discovery Life. 

A former news anchor and reporter for My9 and Fox 5 News broadcasts in New York City, Cathleen’s on-air career in television, radio and film spans more than two decades. Behind the scenes, Cathleen is fueled by her passion for creating and producing television and film projects under the umbrella of her own multi-media production, advertising and marketing company, Catscape Productions, which she founded in 2006. 

Catscape is a collective and incubator for women in film and television focused on producing content that is responsible, entertaining and socially charged in hopes of changing the landscape of how women are portrayed in the media, in front of and behind the camera. And in keeping with her quest to empower women everywhere, Cathleen is launching an OTT, called iWoman, which will stream content produced by women, for everyone.

Checkout Cathleen Trigg-Jones, As She Discusses Her Innovative, Ground Breaking, And History Making OTT Streaming TV Channel iWomanTV

Indahouse Media Brings Game Changing 'Are You Ready for Prime-Time' Indie Artist Showcase to ATL!

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Indahouse Media Set to Bring Highly Anticipated 'Are You Ready for Prime-Time' Indie Artist RNB Showcase to Atlanta!

On February 27th, Indahouse Media will present "Are You Ready for Prime-Time," an indie artist RNB showcase at Backstage Atlanta, 2505 Godby Road in College Park, Georgia.

The highly anticipated event will include J Lyrique Music Placement Guru, celebrity stylist, Dr. Alvin S. Perry, celebrity judge, James Worthy, five-time Grammy-nominated artist, producer and songwriter with more celebrities to be announced.

If you have what it takes to be an indie artist, or interested attending this event, for more information, email indahousemedia@gmail.com

Learn About The New Book By Therez Fleetwood On "Black Men and Intimacy"

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IN NEW BOOK, AUTHOR REVEALS THE INTIMATE LIVES OF BLACK MEN IN THE 21ST CENTURY

Black Men and Intimacy – Voices From Across the Diaspora by Therez Fleetwood explores the complexities of relationships through the minds of Black men in the 21st century. She says she spent hundreds of hours having one-on-one conversations with 50+ Black men from ages 20 to 70, who gave no holds barred answers to intimate questions that are seldom discussed in relationships.

“One of the toughest things about being a Black male is that it's rare to find people who understand us. Black men, young and old, have been characterized by society's interpretation of who we are. This book debunks those stereotypes.” -- Isaiah, age 35

Black Men and Intimacy – Voices From Across the Diaspora captures the vivid personalities and poignant personal stories of five generations of Black men from all walks of life and various occupations. It is an impactful, emotional, uplifting, and inspiring compilation of personal interviews that provide insight into Black men's thoughts about love, relationships, communication, sex, intimacy, and much more. Black men have passionate triggers to love just as much as women do and they express their love in ways that are unique to them.

Black-Owned Plant-Based Food Brand Raises $6M

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FOUNDERS OF BLACK-OWNED PLANT-BASED MANUFACTURER CLOSE $6M SERIES A FUNDING ROUND

Meet Duane “Myko” Cheers and Danita Claytor, the co-founders of Everything Legendary, a Black-owned plant-based food brand with legendary flavor, that have just closed $6 million dollars in Series A funding. The round was led by CircleUp Growth Partners with additional investments from the venture capital arm of General Mills, 301 INC, and Mark Cuban. Also, International Entrepreneur and Record Executive, Russell Simmons joined the all-star team as a Senior Advisor.

The rapid rise of Everything Legendary, the nation’s fastest-growing plant-based meat company, began in early 2021 when they were hand-making burgers in their own kitchen. In just 10 months they went from zero to 1500 grocery store shelves including Safeway, Acme, Giant, Target, Ralphs, Kings, and Balduccis, with additional placements coming in Sprouts, Meijer, Publix, and more in early 2022. In less than a year, the company has grown from a family kitchen operation to a brand with a national retail footprint, three co-packers, and a rockstar team to take the growth to the next level.

Learn How Award Winning Artist Titus Showers Wowed Sports Fans With His National Anthem And Lift Every Voice And Sing Renditions!

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Billboard Award Winning Artist
Titus Showers

Wows Sports Fans With
His National Anthem and
Lift Every Voice and Sing Rendition

at Oklahoma Thunders Game! 

Billboard chart-topping recording artist and songwriter Titus Showers wows sports fans with his National Anthem and Lift Every Voice and Sing rendition at the Oklahoma Thunder vs Golden State Warriors game on Monday, February 7 at 8 PM ET. The game was held at Paycom Center in Oklahoma.

"It was truly an amazing experience as the special guest singer for the Oklahoma Thunder game," says Showers.

Titus Showers first made his mark in Gospel as the lead singer for the two-time Stellar Award-nominated family band, The Showers. He stepped out with his debut solo EP WHO in 2019 that debuted at #1 on Billboard Top Gospel Albums Chart. 

Titus Showers Singing The National Anthem