It was a grim realization for Heather McManamy when she discovered during an echocardiogram that the breast cancer she fought so hard against had metastasized.
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Posted inNews, News-OW
New studies offer insight into emotional impulse behind hoarding
Most people waffle back-and-forth about discarding something they sincerely believe may come in handy. This indecision usually involves a keepsake of sorts, an object that’s not terribly valuable but memorable, nonetheless. A serious problem, however, arises when individuals cannot separate themselves from an inanimate object because they believe it will occupy a vital place in their lives. Experts contend this irrational belief may give rise to hoarding.
Posted inAcross Black America
Across Black America week of July 23, 2015.
Former NFL player Buster Barnett’s wife, Sandra, was killed last week by his mistress, who then committed suicide. It all happened after a police chase that began in Georgia and ended tragically in Alabama. Lisa Brown allegedly kidnapped Sandra Barnett, 49, at her Ellenwood home and drove off in a Dodge Durango owned by Buster Barnett. Police spotted the SUV on Interstate 20 and pursued it through Georgia and into Alabama.
Posted inBusiness-OW
Prepping for college 101
Whether you’re an incoming freshman or entering your senior year, the transition to campus life requires mental and logistical preparation. For a smooth move, prepare in advance.
Posted inAcross Black America
African American news for the week of July 16, 2015.
A Black man died in Tuscaloosa last weekend after police used pepper spray on him during his arrest. Anthony Dewayne Ware, 35, was involved in a police chase during which he ran into the woods, according to reports. Officers caught up to him and a struggle ensued, resulting in one officer aiming pepper spray at Ware. Afterward, he experienced trouble breathing and collapsed as officers escorted him out of the woods. One officer reportedly performed CPR, when it became apparent Ware was in distress. Ware was later pronounced dead at a Tuscaloosa hospital.
Posted inHealth
Surprising signs you’re suffering from allergies and tips to manage them
When you think of seasonal allergies, sneezing may come to mind first. But there’s a lot more to allergies than “achoo,” say experts.
According to allergist Dr. Myron Zitt, there are many ways allergies can manifest. Here are a few less obvious signs that you may be suffering from allergies:
Posted inAcross Black America
African American news for the week of July 9, 2015.
Sylvia Perkins, the mother of 15-year-old Bobby Moore III, has filed a federal lawsuit against the Little Rock Police Department, as well as its former police chief and an officer as a result of the shooting death of her son. The officer, Josh Hastings, was fired and charged with manslaughter, after he reportedly shot and killed Moore; however, both times Hastings was tried resulted in hung juries. The lawsuit alleges that Hastings caused Moore’s death through use of excessive force in violation of his civil rights, and that “the city, through (Police Chief Stuart) Thomas and other supervisory officials, consciously disregarded the high risk that Hastings would commit excessive force upon an African American Little Rock citizen, such as Bobby.” The lawsuit cited the fact that the department hired Hastings despite that it was known that he attended a Klu Klux Klan meeting prior to joining the police force. Hastings also reportedly had a number of complaints lodged against him revolving around Black citizens.
Posted inFeature
Local teen pilot works his way through college by flying the skies
Most young people work their way through college at a fast-food restaurant, the library or some other on-campus job, but not Los Angeles resident Demetrius Ingram. He is working his way through college by flying across the country as a commercial pilot for a regional airline in Western Alaska. Ingram, 19, became a licensed pilot when he was 17 years old and still a senior in high school. He said he always dreamed of taking to the skies and was hooked after his first introductory flight.
Posted inCounting the Cost
Rewritin Confederate history
On their website, the Sons of Confederate Veterans describe themselves as preserving the “history and legacy” of the Confederacy. Their organization, they say, is “dedicated to ensuring that a true history of the 1861-1865 period is preserved.” I would suggest, instead, that the Sons of Confederate Veterans is guilty of rewriting history instead of preserving it.
Posted inLocal Politics
Compton sets Prop. 47 clinic
A Proposition 47 clinic and resource fair will be conducted tomorrow from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Shields for Families-Jericho Vocational Services Center, 321 N. Alameda St., in Compton.