The Devaluation of Black Humanity
By Rev. Donald L. Perryman, Ph.D. The Truth Contributor The moral authority to define the future lies with those who will live it. – Rev. Starsky Wilson Sometimes the truth just hits a person square […]
Author: Sojourner’s Truth
Authors, Authors: The Authors Among Us
Carla Thomas The Truth Contributor I love reading. One day while perusing the tightly packed shelves of my bookcases, poring over my extensive collection, and admiring my eclectic taste, as I excitedly rediscovered books I […]
The Fall Open Air Community Expo
On a beautiful day, the Fall Open Air Community Expo was held on Saturday, September 18, 2021 at Aldersgate United Methodist Church in west Toledo. Among the vendors were small business owners with their products […]
Five Tips for On-the-Go Business Owners
Special to The Truth Does your business take you places? Whether you work remotely or you’re on the road often, here are five tips to better manage operations from anywhere. Treat yourself: When traveling for […]
Head Full of DREAMS for the Ella P. Stewart Academy
Special to The Truth In an effort to encourage and inspire the City of Toledo, Ella P. Stewart Academy for Girls, sixth grade students to believe and activate their dreams, find and love their self-worth, […]
African American Mayors Association Calls for Bipartisan Action on Debt Ceiling
The African American Mayors Association (AAMA) joined a growing list of community organizations, state and local officials, and private sector leaders to implore Congress to take timely, bipartisan action to address the debt limit “to […]
Jera’s Heavenly Sweet’s Grand Opening
On June 17, 2017, Jera Stewart opened her a full-service bakery, Heavenly Sweet, overlooking the serene fountains of Promenade Park. This past Saturday, September 25, Stewart had the opportunity to do it all over again, […]
Children & Mental Health: Public Awareness Campaign Discussion with Tracee Perryman, PhD
Q: Why is it so important to be talking about mental health right now – especially in the case of children? A: It’s not front of mind for people, but children can also suffer from […]
A History of Colorism Sheds Light on Discrimination Today
By Katie Cowart, University of Georgia, Media Relations Special to The Truth Colorism is a form of discrimination, typically within a racial or ethnic group, favoring people with lighter skin over those with darker skin. […]
Rep. Hicks-Hudson Calls for Hearing on Redistricting Bill as Sept. 30 Deadline Looms
Says open, transparent process critical to deliver fair maps for Ohio State Rep. Paula Hicks-Hudson (D-Toledo) last week called on House Republican leaders, including Speaker Robert Cupp (R-Lima), to schedule hearings on House Bill 313, […]