January 2026 – Page 14

Why Black-Eyed Peas Still Matter on New Year’s Day

January 7, 2026 Bouldin 0

By SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS For many Black families and Southern households, eating black-eyed peas on New Year’s Day is more than a tradition — it’s a ritual rooted in survival, history, and hope. The practice […]

How One Woman Eliminated 50 Fibroids Without Surgery

January 7, 2026 Bouldin 0

By SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS For millions of women — especially Black women — uterine fibroids are more than a diagnosis. They are a life-altering condition that can derail health, careers, and fertility. For Annalise Henry, […]

When Healthy Fiber Becomes Too Much: Finding the Right Balance for Your Gut

January 7, 2026 Bouldin 0

By SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS Fiber has long been praised as a cornerstone of good health — supporting digestion, stabilizing blood sugar, and reducing the risk of heart disease, diabetes, and certain cancers. But health experts […]

10 Foods to Avoid for a Healthy Liver — and What to Eat Instead

January 7, 2026 Bouldin 0

SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS You may not think about your liver often, but it plays a critical role in keeping your body healthy. The liver filters toxins, removes waste, regulates fats, and produces essential proteins. When […]

Jimmy Kimmel roasts “Donald Jennifer Trump” while accepting Critics Choice Award

January 7, 2026 Bouldin 0

By SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS LOS ANGELES — Late-night host Jimmy Kimmel used humor and political commentary to punctuate his acceptance speech Sunday night after winning the Critics Choice Award for Best Talk Show Host, taking […]

MidCity announces major expansion with new music venue, tech hub, and hotels

January 7, 2026 Bouldin 0

By SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — One of Huntsville’s most ambitious developments is preparing for its next leap forward. MidCity officials have unveiled plans for a $300 million expansion that will add a major […]

Big Plays and Growing Spaces: Huntsville Parks & Recreation Reflects on a Standout 2025

January 7, 2026 Bouldin 0

By SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS For Huntsville Parks & Recreation, 2025 was a year of big plays, expanded access, and stronger community connections. From new facilities to broader programming, the department continued building momentum while enhancing […]

Growing Greener Together: Huntsville’s Landscape Management and Green Teams Reflect on 2025

January 7, 2026 Bouldin 0

By SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS From green spaces and public parks to neighborhood streets and outdoor classrooms, Huntsville’s Landscape Management and Green Teams spent 2025 strengthening environmental stewardship and community pride across the city. Powered by […]

Calling Kidney Disease, a “Silent Killer,” Mac McCutcheon Retires to Focus on Health

January 6, 2026 Bouldin 0

SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS MONTGOMERY, Ala. — Former Alabama House Speaker and Madison County Commission Chairman Mac McCutcheon announced his retirement from public service, saying serious health challenges have prompted him to step away after decades […]

Birth Centers Offer Hope as Alabama’s Maternal Health Crisis Deepens

January 6, 2026 Bouldin 0

SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS When Dr. Heather Skanes opened Alabama’s first freestanding birth center in 2022, she did so with a clear mission: save lives. Alabama has long ranked among the worst states in the nation […]