Truth Seekers Journal

Milton Kirby
Politics
June 30, 2025
3 minutes Read

Moderate NC Senator Thom Tillis Succumbs to Pressure from Trump

North Carolina Sen. Thom Tillis won’t seek reelection in 2026 after Trump-backed threats, setting up a high-stakes GOP primary and Senate battleground showdown.

Milton Kirby
Arts & Entertainment , Black History , Community
June 30, 2025
5 minutes Read

Broadway Royalty and Civil Rights Warrior: Lena Horne Remembered

Lena Horne broke barriers in Hollywood and civil rights, becoming a trailblazing icon whose courage, music, and legacy continue to inspire generations of Black artists and activists.

Milton Kirby
Sports
June 27, 2025
6 minutes Read

Crustacean Nation Rises: How Athens is Building a Hockey Empire

The Athens Rock Lobsters return October 25 with new coach Garrett Rutledge, fan-favorite mascot Clawdius, and high hopes after a record-breaking debut FPHL season.

Milton Kirby
Community , Politics
June 26, 2025
5 minutes Read

How Much Did Trump’s Strikes Damage Iran?

Despite bold claims of obliteration, U.S. airstrikes on Iran’s nuclear facilities face scrutiny as experts warn true damage and uranium status remain uncertain.

Milton Kirby
Business & Finance , Community
June 25, 2025
3 minutes Read

DeKalb County to Host Major Job Fair with 500+ Openings Across Departments

DeKalb County hosts July 10 job fair with over 500 openings, including 250 public safety roles. On-site interviews and same-day offers available. Register now.

Milton Kirby
Politics
June 25, 2025
6 minutes Read

Trump Allies Rage as Nobel Nomination Is Withdrawn

Donald Trump Jr. blasts Nobel Committee for racism, slamming its decision to honor Obama while denying Trump the Peace Prize despite recent ceasefire efforts.

Milton Kirby
Politics , Community
June 25, 2025
4 minutes Read

Alvin Bragg, Manhattan prosecutor who took on Trump, wins Democratic primary in bid for second term

Manhattan DA Alvin Bragg wins Democratic primary, advancing to face GOP challenger amid high-profile Trump and Weinstein prosecutions and growing national spotlight on criminal justice.

Milton Kirby
Sports , Black History
June 25, 2025
3 minutes Read

Wilma Rudolph: How a Girl Who Couldn’t Walk Became the Fastest Woman in the World

Wilma Rudolph overcame polio to become a triple Olympic gold medalist and global icon—breaking barriers in sports, civil rights, and women’s history.

Milton Kirby
Community , Politics
June 24, 2025
5 minutes Read

6 Unknowns After Trump Strikes Iran

Trump’s strike on Iran raises global stakes, questioning nuclear impact, retaliation, diplomacy, U.S. war powers, and MAGA unity in a potential turning point for his presidency.

Milton Kirby
Sports
June 24, 2025
3 minutes Read

Monster Jam Athens: High-Flying Trucks and Hometown Cheers

Monster Jam roared into Athens, GA, with thrilling competitions, fan-favorite trucks like Grave Digger, and a weekend full of stunts, racing, and high-flying action.

Milton Kirby
Community
June 23, 2025
4 minutes Read

Village at Legacy to Deliver Community-Focused Housing at Legacy Park

Village at Legacy brings 132 affordable apartments to Decatur’s Legacy Park, offering low-income families modern housing, green space, and community-focused amenities in two phases.

Milton Kirby
Business & Finance
June 23, 2025
6 minutes Read

Investors brace for oil price spike, rush to havens after US bombs Iran nuclear sites

A U.S. attack on Iranian nuclear sites could send oil prices higher, trigger a rush to safety, and impact global markets, inflation, and the U.S. dollar.

Milton Kirby
Politics
June 17, 2025
7 minutes Read

Virginia’s Next Governor Will Be a Woman—Earle-Sears and Spanberger Set for Historic Clash

Virginia will elect its first female governor this November—either Democrat Abigail Spanberger or Republican Winsome Earle-Sears—in a race closely tied to Trump’s second term.

Milton Kirby
Community
June 17, 2025
7 minutes Read

‘Forgiveness is between him and God:’ Families reflect on decade since Charleston church massacre

“When President Obama sang ‘Amazing Grace,’ we wept. Not just for loss, but for a nation still bleeding from racism, violence, and unhealed wounds of history.”

Milton Kirby
Opinions
June 16, 2025
6 minutes Read

Felons, Fascists, and False Prophets—Oh My!

“Felons, fascists, and false prophets—oh my! America staggers toward collapse, haunted by cowardice, corruption, and moral decay. This isn’t Oz—it’s our reckoning. Fight or perish.”

Milton Kirby
Sports
June 13, 2025
5 minutes Read

Boldest, Baddest, Ballin’est: Phoenix Aim for Glory in High-Stakes Home Playoff Game

Atlanta Phoenix host Carolina Stars June 14 in a landmark AWFL playoff battle, showcasing elite talent and leadership shaping the future of women’s tackle football.