Introducing Down Home Diaries, a blog dedicated to celebrating the simple joys of Black Southern culture. Join us as we share heartfelt stories that inspire warmth and connection while wrapping you in nostalgic moments. Find the beauty in every small-town experience with Down Home Diaries.
Taking A Spin With DJ Three X
Highly acclaimed artist, Frank Broughton, also known as DJ Three X, of Pensacola, FL has blessed the game with his musical prowess since 1992. When he’s not spinning records, Broughton is planning his foray into cinema with his media company Vybe Café.
The Heights - Separate but Excellent
‘The Heights,’ as we called it, was just like its name, always taking us higher than we ever thought we could go. The building itself felt like a small city of endless possibilities.
Stop The Violence: Montgomery, AL Rapper And Music Producer YunRo Is Devoted to Changing Lives Through Music
Peace warrior, rapper, spoken word artist, and entrepreneur, Roosevelt “YunRo” Williams walks in the purpose of positivity to end gun violence in Montgomery, AL.
Building Black Wealth: From Pensacola And Beyond, BantuCola’s Founder Chris Hendricks Is Creating The Future
Chris Hendricks, husband, father, and man of faith, is the founder of BantuCola and he is determined to remedy the holes and gaps within the infrastructure of black communities in Pensacola, Florida, and across the nation.
DJ Maestro: Dance Music Master On A Mission
Learn about DJ Maestro, the Detroit native with 30 years of DJ experience, who moved to Birmingham, Alabama to shake up the music and line-dancing market in the South.
Tribute To Darnella Frazier
The world needs to thank 17-year-old Darnella Frazier for standing bravely for those 9 ½ minutes as the most critical witness to the public execution of George Floyd.
What I Can Do, I Will Do: A Mother's Strength to Save Her 5-Year-Old Daughter
Meet Shna Howard-Kennedy, a resilient Louisiana mother and fervent prayer warrior who is seeking treatment for her 5-year-old daughter’s life-threatening condition.
Cypress TX Nonprofit's Goal To Sell 1,000 Hoodies To Help Single Mothers With Severely Ill Children
Help a Texas nonprofit reach its goals to be a blessing to single mothers with severely ill children.
Easter Monday - Memories from ‘The Hill’
Take a trip to ‘The Hill’ with Pauline as she shares youthful and fun-filled experiences from her favorite holiday — Easter Monday.