Upward Bound–Ohio State Students embark on a field trip to the King-Lincoln business district
On June 14, 2024, students from The Ohio State University Trio Upward Bound program embarked on an educational field trip to the historic King-Lincoln District, a notable African American neighborhood near Downtown Columbus, Ohio. This area is renowned for its prominent Black-owned businesses, which have been pillars of the community for decades. The visit was […]
ColumbusBlack on Blast–Exclusive Interview with Phil Kim of the Hilltop Arts Collective
ColumbusBlack.com Founder and CEO, Kevin Lloyd interviews Phil Kim, Marketing chair for the Hilltop Arts Collective to talk about the upcoming Summer Jam West Arts festival. Summer Jam West is a grassroots community arts festival held at Westgate Park. It’s a celebration of, and celebration for, the Hilltop community (though we welcome everyone to attend!). […]
ColumbusBlack on Blast interview with Eric Gibson of Opera Project Columbus–“Pirates of Penzance”
Our Founder Kevin Lloyd interviews Eric Gibson of Opera Project Columbus to discuss the upcoming performance of Pirates of Penzance on June 21st and 23rd. About Pirates of Penzance: The Pirates of Penzance centers around Frederic, an apprentice to a band of tender-hearted pirates. When Frederic turns 21, he is released from his apprenticeship […]
ColumbusBlack On Blast–Interview with Kenny and Chris Crump, Founders of The We Elevate You Foundation
ColumbusBlack founder Kevin Lloyd interviews Kenny and Chris Crump, founders of the We Elevate you foundation. The We Elevate You Foundation is a new local non-profit organization, designed to bolster black, indigenous, and people of color (BIPOC) entrepreneurs in their journeys to build successful businesses and establish generational wealth. Created in 2022, We Elevate You […]
ColumbusBlack on Blast–Interview with Lida Hoffman, Artistic Director of the Contemporary Theater of Ohio
ColumbusBlack Founder and CEO interviews Lida Hoffman, Artistic Director of the Contemporary Theater of Ohio. Watch as they discuss the current production of “Ride the Cyclone” playing now through May 5th at Studio One, Riffe Center. Get ready for the ride of a lifetime – or, the end of a lifetime that is! After a […]
7 Holiday Fitness Hacks
Finding time to exercise can be challenging, especially during the holidays. Check out these tips to get your workouts in this Holiday Season. RE-THINK EXERCISE & GET CREATIVE Clean up. Yes, cleaning counts as a workout! Play upbeat holiday hits and get to work! Engage your core to protect your lower back. Activate your total […]
How Do Health Numbers Connect to Weight and Overall Health?
We all say we want to be healthy, but what do we mean when we say that? The World Health Organization defines it as a complete state of physical, mental, and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity. But understanding where and how we can improve those factors is essential if […]
Do You Want to Go Vegan For the Holidays? These Chefs Will Inspire You
Are you feeling inspired to add some vegan dishes to your holiday menu? We get it. With the rise of health-conscious decisions and conscious consumption, we’re all looking for ways to pick up a few good habits. While it may feel overwhelming, folks like Tabitha Brown make adding vegan options to your holiday festivities approachable […]
6 Tips For Navigating Caregiving During the Holidays
This month, in honor of National Family Caregivers Month, we want to give a special shoutout to all who play and have played the role of caregiver in their family and community. We see you, and we thank you. And we want to share your stories. Karen Good Marable and Nailah Elridge were brought together […]
Lung Cancer: Let’s Get Serious About Screenings
Can we talk about how hard lung cancer is hitting our community, especially Black men? George “Funky” Brown, the co-founder and drummer with Kool & The Gang just succumbed to the disease recently. According to the National Cancer Institute, our brothers are more likely to die from the disease. But overall, Black men and women […]
