Truth Seekers Journal

Milton Kirby
Politics
December 22, 2024
10 minutes Read

DeKalb County’s First African American Woman CEO Brings Past Leaders Together for Historic Dialogue

Lorraine Cochran-Johnson will be sworn in as DeKalb County’s sixth CEO on January 10, 2025, marking a historic milestone as the first African American woman to hold the position.

Milton Kirby
Politics
December 12, 2024
3 minutes Read

President Biden Announces Clemency for Nearly 1,500 Americans

President Joe Biden grants clemency to nearly 1,500 Americans, the largest single-day grant in modern history, commuting sentences and pardoning individuals convicted of non-violent crimes.

Milton Kirby
Business & Finance , Have You Seen
December 12, 2024
4 minutes Read

Georgia DOT Hosts Public Meetings on I-285 Express Lanes Projects

I-285 Express Lanes Project: GDOT proposes new express lanes to reduce congestion, improve mobility, and enhance regional connectivity, with projected travel time reductions of up to 39% and toll-based pricing for market-based traffic management.

Milton Kirby
Black History , Politics
December 10, 2024
3 minutes Read

President Biden marks historic 40th Black female judge confirmed to federal bench

President Biden’s historic 40th Black female judge, Tiffany Rene Johnson, was confirmed to the federal bench, tying the record for most Black lifetime judges confirmed during a presidency.

Milton Kirby
Sports , Black History
December 8, 2024
5 minutes Read

Harrisburg Historian Fights to Secure Negro League Star H. Rap Dixon’s Place in Hall of Fame

Ted Knorr advocates for Hebert Alphonso “Rap” Dixon’s induction, citing decades of research and contributions to Negro League baseball, despite being overlooked for the National Baseball Hall of Fame.

Milton Kirby
Business & Finance , Community
December 6, 2024
3 minutes Read

Pristine Mobile Mechanic – Quality Service in Your Driveway

owner Don White provides exceptional service, repairing a leaking coolant hose on a 2015 Ford F-150 in under an hour, showcasing his commitment to quality and customer satisfaction.

Milton Kirby
Business & Finance , Community
December 4, 2024
2 minutes Read

Largest Private Company in US Is Quietly Firing Thousands Before Christmas Because Grocery Prices Are Falling

Cargill, the largest private US company, is firing approximately 8,000 employees (5% of workforce) due to falling grocery prices and earnings shortfalls, with restructuring efforts to streamline operations and reduce duplication of work.

Milton Kirby
Business & Finance
November 22, 2024
5 minutes Read

Atlanta Business League Inducts Three New Members into Hall of Fame

The Atlanta Business League (ABL) hosted its 91st Annual Meeting, inducting Albert G. Edwards, Dydra Virgil, and Delphyne Lomax Taylor into the ABL Hall of Fame for their exceptional leadership and community contributions.

Milton Kirby
Education
November 18, 2024
3 minutes Read

Innovative Education in Action: A Visit to the Ron Clark Academy

The Ron Clark Academy (RCA) is an innovative school in Atlanta, GA, that uses groundbreaking teaching methods to foster academic excellence, student empowerment, and community development, inspiring a global movement in education.

Milton Kirby
Business & Finance , Sports
November 14, 2024
4 minutes Read

Atlanta Dream Hire Karl Smesko as head coach

Karl Smesko joins the WNBA franchise with a 23-year coaching career, including 672 wins and a .843 winning percentage. He brings a fast-paced and innovative approach to the team.

Milton Kirby
Business & Finance
November 13, 2024
7 minutes Read

Gwinnett County Launches First Disparity Study to promote equity in contracting practices

Gwinnett County has launched a disparity study to evaluate the inclusiveness of its procurement processes, aiming to determine if minority-owned and women-owned businesses have equitable access to public contracting opportunities.

Milton Kirby
Community , Health , Sports
November 9, 2024
5 minutes Read

GirlTREK: Walking a Lifestyle Change for Better Health

GirlTREK is a national movement empowering Black women to prioritize health through walking, fostering a sense of community and self-care, with over 1.3 million members and growing.

Milton Kirby
Black History , Community , Politics
November 5, 2024
2 minutes Read

Loretta Green, 89, Wears Her Poll Tax Certificate as a Badge of Perseverance

Loretta Green’s Story: At 89, Loretta Green has been voting since 1960 and has a poll tax exemption certificate, symbolizing her resilience in the fight for voting rights, which she continues to advocate for today.

Milton Kirby
Politics
November 5, 2024
3 minutes Read

November 5th – A Day of Change?

Election Day in the US: Voters across the country cast their ballots, with many expressing relief, optimism, and a sense of civic duty. For some, this election marks a personal milestone, such as voting for the first time.

Milton Kirby
Opinions
November 4, 2024
10 minutes Read

The Rise, Reign, and Rot of Black Confederates in the Era of Trumpism

Black Republicans, including Senator Tim Scott and Representative Burgess Owens, are criticized for their support of Trump and perceived betrayal of African American freedom-fighting ancestors.

Milton Kirby
Community , Politics
November 4, 2024
4 minutes Read

Early Voting in Georgia ends on high note

By Milton Kirby – Atlanta, GA – November 4, 2024 Early voting ended on Friday, November 1st, in the battleground state of Georgia. Four million four thousand five hundred eighty-eight…