​Just a couple of days ago, some caucasian  members of our community shouted racial slurs at a group of children while they were at Sonic ordering some food.  I can recall some of my military days and being one of 3 women of color in a squad of close to 100 men. I had recently decided to loc my hair but was in the very early stages s...

Black Lines - Salisbury this month's organization feature is Brothers for Betterment Foundation the foundation founders share with The Info Hub (TIH) about their organization and services. Read below to learn more about this amazing local black organization. TIH: Please introduce yourself and your organization. BFF: Our organization's name is ...

Before I begin, I think another disclaimer is necessary.......... I, Nzuri Asha’, have so much love & respect for the elders of the community. My family taught me very well, however, I will definitely stand my ground.  So in my first blog that was written about the elders, I reiterated how important it is for the youth and elders to embrac...

 As this story continues to unfold, I have to keep in mind that the children who were being held hostage in the home of Frederick Hopkins were foster children being sexually assaulted. Terrence Carraway had recently celebrated 30 years of service and was serving a warrant at the home of Hopkins when Hopkins opened fire on all of the police off...

Disclaimer:  I, Nzuri Asha’, do NOT condone/agree with any of the nastiness going on in the news with these men folk and I do not own the rights to the picture.......that came from The Source. Alright Y'all Now Let's Think About Two Things: Everyone is talking about Cosby, Kavanaugh and all the other predators in high places........but ke...

Back in 2008, I was playing spades with one of my play brother's girlfriends and when I was about to win it she said........"Jump Judy!" LOL Then I took all she had!! LOL *******My Beautiful Sistars Around The World******* We are faced with challenges on an everyday basis and the part that motivates me the most is the fact that I know the Queens Ri...

Recently, stories of adults and children cutting themselves have been presented to members of Black Salisbury. These stories are somewhat "touchy", however, it is happening in our community.  I am hearing more and more about children who are growing up in situations that are causing them to result to self-harm.  Once these children learn ...

Did you know that 40% of American children are in fatherless home? Well in the African American community: ​Most black fathers live with their children.  There are about 2.5 million who live with their children, and 1.7 million who don't, according to the CDC.Black dads who live with their children are actually the most involved fathers o...

#DearBlackPeople As I sit here at my desk reading a speech that was delivered by William Lynch in 1712, my stomach keeps doing flips. It's amazing how we attack each other on a regular basis and it all stems from our past.  In Lynch's speech, the differences of our people were used as a way to control how we viewed each other & how we view...

Growing up in a family that loves to cook, you always find yourself wanting to try something new. Whether it's a new recipe, a new seasoning, a new drink....in this case, it's a new sauce!Today I had the opportunity to speak with Mr. Maurice Jenkins, the owner of Mugger's Marrow, LLC based in Connecticut. In 2015, Mr. Jenkins began his journey by s...

Dear Rae Carruth, I was about 16 or 17 years old when I watched the news about you being charged for killing your pregnant girlfriend.  I cried and cried because I couldn't wrap my mind around how anyone could be so cruel to have his pregnant girlfriend killed.  I mean let's be real......what was going on in your head???  Seriously i...

 #ChericaAdams I speak her name.......and speak for any woman who has lived through or lost the battle of domestic violence.  My heart will forever go out to the children who have no mother, the family who lost their sister, auntie or even cousin.  No man, woman or child should ever have to live the rest of their lives missing their ...

Earlier, a close friend of mine had a lot to say about the US military being in Africa.  His concerns were understood and this is what he had to say:  "So can we address the fact our military is over there trying to impose their will upon this people who just asking for their due.. this is why we don't stand..!!! Americans the fucking ter...

I'm dating myself here. Remember Dap from Spike Lee's 1988 film School Daze? Played by renown actor Lawrence Fishburne, Dap was a student-activist on the campus of a HBCU named Mission College. Dap was trying his hardest to organize students to play a part in the anti-apartheid movement in South Africa. You may remember all thos...

​It has become a routine of mine to observe every detail about myself when I look in the mirror. Self-reflection is important for your esteem and your mental health. Self-reflection simply means "meditation or serious thought about one's character, actions & motives." Taking these steps ensures maturity and assists with the ability to communica...

As we move forward, it's imperative for us as the local black community to understand and/or be reminded of a few tactics associated with propaganda. We will see/hear information that's misleading and supports a status quo and oppressive infrastructure. Now more than ever, it's important that we stay ahead of the game that's being played; a game th...

Black Lines - Salisbury first business feature is Off Grid In Color. During our interview, Off Grid In Color owner Chantel Johnson shares with The Info Hub (TIH) about herself and her business. Read below to learn more about this amazing local black business.  TIH: Chantel, thanks for agreeing to be interviewed by...

Have you ever sat down with someone to have a conversation and they start playing in their phone?  I can't even front like I don't do that sometimes but business distracts me at times........and ain't nothing wrong with that!   Some of you know that I worked in a group home setting and before the children went to bed at night, it was...

Maaannnnnnn Listen........Ya'll wouldn't believe it if I told you but I'mma Say It Anyway........ I used to think that I had a sign on my forehead that said, "Holla at me if you are crazy or insecure." (HaHaHa)  For real though, I should have been a psychiatrist/counselor or self-love coach for each one of them and did that for a few who actua...

 I was washing clothes at the laundromat earlier during the week and noticed a young man taking a walk.  He went into the shop next door to get some change and then came to the laundromat to get quarters.  I was sitting in my car when he came back outside with the soda that he purchased........and couldn't help myself ya'll...