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A Rough Ride to Recovery

March 7, 2026

Gabby Mooney, the 37‑year‑old country singer and sister of Shay Mooney from Dan + Shay, opened up about a life‑changing episode she experienced while traveling home to Arkansas in 2023. She spoke on Hulu’s “IMPACT x Nightline” during the “Back From The Dead” segment, revealing a story that blends me

politics

Jesse Jackson’s Legacy Sparks Call to Action at Memorial

March 7, 2026

A large gathering in Chicago honored a civil‑rights icon whose influence stretched from boardrooms to picket lines. The ceremony, held in a 10, 000‑seat Black church, mixed music, speeches and moments that felt both spiritual and political. Guests heard gospel singers and a popular singer perform

religion

Church Sign Sparks Controversy in Ballwin

March 7, 2026

A new sign outside a local church has stirred debate among residents. The board of the Ballwin community says the sign was meant to welcome people, but many Muslim neighbors view it as offensive. The message on the sign calls Islam “demonic, ” a phrase that many find hateful and inflammatory. The c

celebrities

The Real Story Behind JFK Jr. ’s Wedding Drama

March 6, 2026

John Kennedy’s love life was a mix of glamour, family pressure and public scrutiny. He met model Carolyn Bessette in 1992 at a Calvin Klein event, where she worked as a saleswoman for the brand’s celebrity clients. Their first encounter was awkward; Carolyn didn’t give him her number, and he later a

business

New Deals and Fresh Spaces in Virginia Beach

March 6, 2026

A fresh wave of commercial activity has rolled into the Hampton Roads area. One owner turned an old factory on Cumberland Avenue into a potential ice‑cream shop, paying $390, 000 for the 6, 800‑square‑foot space. In Williamsburg, a church group bought part of an old pottery site for $5. 56 million t

politics

Politicians and Their Religious Claims

March 6, 2026

The claim that a leader’s faith guides all their actions is common, yet when policy choices clash with religious teachings, the story changes. In Washington, several lawmakers say they are guided by their faith, but their voting records show a different picture. Joe Biden and Nancy Pelosi both

religion

New Spiritual Highlights in the South for March

March 6, 2026

\ The bishop from New York, Rev. Allen K. Shin, will travel to Baton Rouge on March 15 to lead worship at St. Margaret’s Episcopal Church. \ \ He will open two services, one at 8 a. m. and another at 10 a. m. , offering prayers and reflections for the community. \ \ After the morning rites, he

politics

A Legislator Steps Back to Follow Faith

March 3, 2026

Karen Whitsett, a state lawmaker from Detroit, announced she will not run for re‑election and will leave public office entirely. She said her choice is driven by spiritual conviction rather than politics. Whitsett wants to devote more time to religious study and ministry work. The representative ex

religion

Faith and Recovery: How a New Belief Can Turn Addiction Around

March 3, 2026

Jenny Teeters grew up juggling a high‑earning tech job, two teenage daughters and an MBA while secretly battling alcohol. She reached a breaking point when the stress of it all became too much, and she realized she needed help. The turning point came not from a rehab center alone but from an unexpec

politics

Religions, Identities and the Rise of Extremism

March 3, 2026

A new essay argues that when people lose traditional faith, they often seek other strong beliefs. The writer believes that this search can lead to dangerous ideas. The piece cites studies showing that regular churchgoers are less likely to hold hateful or violent views. It also notes that religio