Truth Seekers Journal

Milton Kirby
Arts & Entertainment
September 2, 2025
3 minutes Read

BronzeLens Film Festival Marks 16 Years with Big Wins and Bittersweet Goodbye

BronzeLens Film Festival celebrated 16 years with award-winning films, heartfelt tributes, Deidre McDonald’s retirement, and standout screenings of The Rhythm & The Blues and Rap Dixon.

Milton Kirby
Opinions
September 2, 2025
6 minutes Read

Just Because You Can Doesn’t Mean You Should: The Trappings of Dark Royalty’s Financial Excess in Black America

By Lola Renegade “Blacks who claim respectability and allow that mirage to keep them quiet and from being actors in the necessary drama needed to change an oppressive society are…

Milton Kirby
Education
September 2, 2025
6 minutes Read

Drastic Pell Grant Changes Now Law—HBCUs and Low-Income Students Brace for the Next Phase

Trump’s education law cuts Pell Grants, tightening rules and shrinking awards. HBCUs and low-income students brace for higher hurdles as oversight battles shift to states.

Milton Kirby
Community
September 2, 2025
4 minutes Read

Americans Say Racism Exists, but Shrug at Solutions

Sixty-four percent of Americans say racism is widespread—yet most oppose new civil rights laws, revealing a gap between recognition and real commitment to racial equity.

Milton Kirby
Community , Business & Finance
September 1, 2025
8 minutes Read

Too Pricey to Protect

Tips for dealing with rising home insurance premiums By Kerri Anne Renzulli | August 31, 2025 Living in an oceanfront condo on Florida’s Space Coast was Jim McGuigan’s retirement dream,…

Milton Kirby
Health
August 31, 2025
7 minutes Read

Skin Cancer Is Trickier Than You Think

Skin cancer can appear in unexpected ways, beyond the classic mole warning signs. Learn how to spot “ugly ducklings,” reduce risks, and protect yourself with timely checks

Milton Kirby
Sports , Black History
August 31, 2025
4 minutes Read

Negro League Conference Unveils More History and Takes on Future Challenges

The 2025 Jerry Malloy Negro League Conference in Louisville celebrated Black baseball history with films, panels, and a grave marker dedication, while addressing future challenges of diversity and memory.

Milton Kirby
Community , Events
August 27, 2025
5 minutes Read

MARTA’s Transit Ambassadors Gear Up for Labor Day Travelers

MARTA’s Transit Ambassadors return this Labor Day, guiding riders through busy stations and events. Born during Super Bowl 2019, the program now prepares Atlanta for the 2026 World Cup.

Milton Kirby
Community , Arts & Entertainment , Black History
August 27, 2025
3 minutes Read

Chit Chat Atlanta Tours Launches With Immersive Black History & Cultural Experiences

Chit Chat Atlanta Tours launches Labor Day with immersive Black history, Civil Rights, and cultural experiences, offering visitors a powerful way to discover the soul of Atlanta.

Milton Kirby
Black History , Sports
August 24, 2025
23 minutes Read

Why Rap Dixon Belongs in Cooperstown with the Legends

Negro Leagues star Rap Dixon, a five-tool outfielder from Harrisburg, earned Hall of Fame-worthy praise from legends like Oscar Charleston and dominated globally.

Milton Kirby
Black History , Education
August 22, 2025
3 minutes Read

Howard University President Ben Vinson III to Step Down After Two Years

Howard University President Ben Vinson III will step down on August 31 after less than two years. Former President Wayne Frederick returns as interim leader during the transition.

Milton Kirby
Sports , Black History
August 22, 2025
4 minutes Read

From Exclusion to Excellence: The Birth of Negro League Baseball

The Negro National League’s first game on May 2, 1920, marked a historic turning point for Black baseball, led by visionary founder Rube Foster.

Milton Kirby
Community
August 22, 2025
5 minutes Read

MARTA Safety Briefing Highlights Technology, But My Experience Exposed Gaps in Rider Assistance

MARTA’s safety briefing showcased advanced crime-fighting tools, but my frustrating experience finding the event revealed lapses in accessibility, raising concerns about rider assistance and emergency readiness.

Milton Kirby
Arts & Entertainment , Events
August 21, 2025
4 minutes Read

BronzeLens Film Festival Opens with Stirring Tribute to Blues Legend Eddie Taylor

The 16th Annual BronzeLens Film Festival opened in Atlanta with The Rhythm & The Blues, a moving tribute to Eddie Taylor, celebrating diverse stories and filmmakers of color.

Milton Kirby
Business & Finance , Business Profiles
August 21, 2025
4 minutes Read

From Costa Rica to Krog Street: The Journey of Xocolatl

Atlanta’s Xocolatl crafts award-winning bean-to-bar chocolate, ethically sourced from small farms, blending bold flavors with social justice, sustainability, and community impact in every handmade bar.

Milton Kirby
Business & Finance , Health , Politics
August 20, 2025
4 minutes Read

From Pecans to Hospitals: Warnock Highlights Tariff and Health Care Struggles in Georgia

Senator Raphael Warnock visited Georgia farms, hospitals, and small businesses, warning Trump tariffs and GOP tax cuts threaten farmers, rural hospitals, and small business survival statewide.