Dr. Kevin R. WestSuperintendent of SchoolsEast Orange Public Schools Dr. Kevin R. West was born and raised in Newark, New Jersey to the late Joseph and Mary Lou West. He is the second of three sons. Married to Mary E. West, together they have two beautiful daughters: Latisha and Arielle West. They also have two […]
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Tabitha Brown is an actress and vegan food star who is affectionately known as “America’s mom.” She has provided millions with food for the body and soul through her videos capturing delicious home-cooked vegan recipes and everyday wisdom rooted in love, kindness, and compassion. She has amassed over 4 million followers on her ‘@iamtabithabrown’ Instagram
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Lieutenant Akilah Jenkins Bio. Lieutenant Akilah Jenkins has been employed with the Irvington Police Department, Irvington, NJ for the past 22 years. She has been assigned to several units throughout the Irvington Police Department. However, the most rewarding was working at Irvington High School as a school resource officer and currently a lieutenant in charge
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Roller skating isn’t just about gliding around looking cool; it’s a fantastic way to have fun while reaping a whole bunch of awesome benefits! So, let’s lace up those skates and roll through some of the perks you’ll enjoy. 1. Building Balance: Ever seen a seasoned roller skater gracefully navigate obstacles? Well, that’s all about
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https://www.canva.com/design/DAFv3ryoo5Q/HBlhMMYc1iCKIru_mreE1Q/view?utm_content=DAFv3ryoo5Q&utm_campaign=share_your_design&utm_medium=link&utm_source=shareyourdesignpanel Did you know that in October and November, some states allow you to apply to certain colleges and universities for free? It’s called “Free College Application Week,” but some states offer this opportunity for more than a week. Check your college, university and state’s education website or other resources. This opportunity can save you
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Keeping vital records safe can make disaster recovery easier IRS Tax Tip 2023-107 Natural disasters can strike without warning. Sometimes even the most diligent taxpayers are left without the important personal and financial records they need. People may need documentation for tax purposes, federal or state assistance programs or insurance claims. Here are some steps
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Educator Expense Deduction helps teachers cut classroom costs IRS Tax Tip 2023-104 Teachers often buy classroom supplies with their own money. The Educator Expense Deduction helps them get some of that money back. Eligible teachers and administrators can deduct part of the cost of technology, supplies and training from their taxes. They can claim this
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Smithsonian’s National Museum of African American History and Culture has acquired the largest collection of Phillis Wheatley’s work to date! Smithsonian’s National Museum of African American History and Culture has acquired the largest collection of Phillis Wheatley’s work to date! Phillis Wheatley Peters was born in Senegal, kidnapped from her home when she was around 7
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Nakita WilliamsUnsung (s)hero As we say at Minding My Business, let the celebration continue, we present to you our next nominated Unsung (s)hero, Nakita Williams. Nakita relocated to Georgia from Milwaukee, Wisconsin in 2017. Nakita was raised in the foster care system and moved around consistently to various foster homes and group homes. As an adolescent,
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Health & Life Tips… Did you know? 🍀Vitamin D is important to the health of every system in the body, and yet many people do not get the recommended amount. 🍀The recommended daily amount of Vitamin D is 400 international units (IU) for children up to age 12 months, 600 IU for people ages 1
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