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College Football: Roger Brown, University of Maryland-Eastern Shore, Defensive Tackle, 1956-59, to be Inducted into the 2009 Divisional Hall of Fame Class
Professional Basketball: 2009 National Basketball League (NBA) First and Second Rounds Draft Selectees
Professional Tennis: Serena Williams and Sister, Venus Williams, 2nd and 3rd in Women’s Tennis Association Tour Singles Ranking
Professional Baseball: Southern University’s Michael Thomas Selected in 14th Round of Major League Baseball First Year Player Draft
Professional Baseball: Prairie View A&M University’s Baseball Duo Drafted by Major League Baseball Clubs
Professional Baseball: St. Louis Cardinals Draft North Carolina A&T University’s Junior Outfielder Christian “CJ” Beatty
Professional Golf: Tiger Woods and Vijay Singh 1st and 9th, Respectively, Official World Golf Ranking in the World
College Administration: University of Delaware Selects African- American, Bernard Muir, as its New Director of Athletics
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How Will You Pay for Health Care When You Retire?
By Walter Woodgett
When you retire, some of your regular expenses are going to go down. But others are going to go up and topping the "going up" list is health care. Well, before you retire, make sure you have got the resources necessary to deal with those doctor's visits and prescription drugs.
How expensive will health care be for you during your retirement years? Here's a number to consider:
A 65-year-old couple retiring today will need, on average, $200,000 set aside to pay for medical costs in retirement, according to a recent study by Fidelity Investments.
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Believe You Can Overcome Any Challenge
by Omarr Lee
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Some people may not know the inspiring story of Althea Gibson, who would in 1957, become the first African-American (man or woman) tennis player to win the Wimbledon Tennis Championship, but those that have heard her heroic story, know that it is one you will never forget. Wilma Rudolph was a proud champion, who in the 1960 Olympics Games, became the first American woman to capture three track & field gold medals, and claimed the title of the world’s fastest woman. Both of these great figures in history inspired so many people, and illustrated how hard-work and dedication can get you very far in life.
Althea Gibson was no doubt an excellent tennis player, and while growing-up, things were not always easy. She battled many odds that were put against her, but she still overcame those odds. s a child, her family was on welfare, and she would frequently miss school because of different issues.
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HBCU Conference Standings, All-Conference Teams, & Sports Champions
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This information is not a tool for self-diagnosis or a substitute for medical treatment. You should speak to your health-care provider or make an appointment to be seen if you have questions or concerns about this information or your medical condition.
What is athlete's foot?
Athlete's foot is a common skin problem caused by a fungus. The fungal infection usually begins on the skin between the toes. However, it may start on or spread to other parts of the foot, becoming scaly and itchy. Over time it may cause a break in the skin and become sore. The medical term for athlete's foot is tinea pedis.
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