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Potassium: The Overlooked Nutrient That Helps Control Blood Pressure

August 19, 2026 Bouldin 0

SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS When people think about controlling high blood pressure, reducing sodium often receives the most attention. However, eating enough potassium may also help the body regulate blood pressure and protect cardiovascular health. Potassium […]

Hidden Sugar in Children’s Drinks: How Much Is Too

August 19, 2026 Bouldin 0

SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS A colorful drink labeled “fruit,” “sports,” or “vitamin” may appear healthy, but many children’s beverages contain more added sugar than experts recommend for an entire day. Added sugar is different from the […]

Tired, Forgetful, or Feeling Numbness? A Vitamin B12 Deficiency Could Be the Reason

August 19, 2026 Bouldin 0

SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS Persistent fatigue, forgetfulness, numbness, or difficulty walking may sometimes be dismissed as normal signs of aging. However, these symptoms can also signal a vitamin B12 deficiency—a treatable condition that can damage the […]

Jalapeños Linked to Multistate Salmonella Outbreak

August 19, 2026 Bouldin 0

SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS A nationwide food-safety investigation has linked recalled jalapeño peppers to a Salmonella outbreak that has sickened 345 people across 27 states, including Alabama. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that […]

Alabama A&M Bulldogs Prepare for Six-Game Home Schedule on “The Hill”

August 19, 2026 Bouldin 0

BY SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — Football excitement is building on “The Hill” as Alabama A&M University prepares to play six home games at Louis Crews Stadium for the first time since 2003. The […]

Free Jazz in the Park Series Brings National and Local Talent to Huntsville

August 19, 2026 Bouldin 0

BY SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — Jazz in the Park will return to Big Spring Park Sundays in September, bringing national, regional and local musicians to Huntsville. Presented by the Office of Multicultural Affairs, […]

Black Business, Culture and Creativity Take Center Stage at The BOLD Market

August 19, 2026 Bouldin 0

BY SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — Huntsville residents will have an opportunity to support Black-owned businesses while enjoying food, entertainment and community fellowship when The BOLD Market returns Sunday, Aug. 30. Presented by BOLD […]

Alabama Full Gospel Conference Brings Worship and Leadership Training to Birmingham

August 19, 2026 Bouldin 0

SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — The Alabama Full Gospel Baptist Church Fellowship will bring pastors, ministry leaders, musicians and families together for its 2026 State Conference, scheduled for August 20–22 at Love City Church […]

AAMU Senior Reaches Global Top 50 in Amazon AI Competition

August 19, 2026 Bouldin 0

HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — Alabama A&M University senior Daniel Lambo earned a place among 50 worldwide finalists in Amazon Web Services’ 10,000 AIdeas Competition for an application designed to help patients understand health care costs. The competition […]

Marcus Garner Makes AAMU History with National Extension Award

August 19, 2026 Bouldin 0

By SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS HUNTSVILLE, Ala.—Marcus Garner has becomet he first Alabama A&M University Extension professional to receive the National Association of County Agricultural Agents’ Distinguished Service Award. Garner, an urban regional Extension agent with […]