CIVIC ENGAGEMENT: Atlantic City Voter Registration Rally Set for Sept. 15
Bipartisan leaders will encourage Atlantic County residents to register before New Jersey’s Oct. 13 deadline for the 2026 general election.
Mayor Marty Small Donates $25,000 to Atlantic City 9/11 Memorial on 25th Anniversary
The contribution from Small’s inaugural gala was announced as Atlantic City marked the 25th anniversary of the September 11 attacks with a memorial ceremony and community tribute.
How the Divine Nine Helped Shape Black History and the Civil Rights Movement
Editor Norris O. Hite examines how historically Black fraternities and sororities helped advance civil rights, education, labor organizing and political leadership across America.
ART BEATS: Atlantic City Back-to-School Pop-Up Shop Showcases Young Fashion Designers
Former Atlantic City High School basketball player Frank Gilliam Jr. brought emerging designers from South Jersey, Philadelphia and Delaware to the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. School Complex.
Live Saturday Night: The Light After Dark Brings South Jersey Writers, Artists and Community Voices to WLFR
Raymond Tyler’s weekly Saturday-night program on WLFR 91.7 FM blends music, poetry, film discussions and civic engagement from Stockton University.
Guard Up: Back-to-School Safety Tips Every K-12 Family Should Know
Grandmaster Evan R. Henry shares essential steps parents can take to prepare children for walking to school, riding the bus, handling emergencies and getting home safely when the plan goes wrong.
SECOND WEEK OF SEPTEMBER
Discover the best concerts, festivals and things to do in Atlantic City, Philadelphia, South Jersey, Delaware, New York, Baltimore and DC.
Back to the Basics: Simple Healthy Habits That Create Lasting Results
Angela C. Richardson explains how consistent movement, strength training, balanced nutrition and recovery can simplify your wellness journey and help you build results that last.
CIVIC ENGAGEMENT: Jeff Van Drew Demands Atlantic City Electric Refunds Following Federal Audit Findings
The South Jersey congressman says a federal review identified financial noncompliance at the utility and is calling for greater transparency, lower rates and refunds for affected customers.
Black Workers Helped Build the Labor Movement—Even as Unions Excluded Them
From Atlanta’s Black washerwomen to the Pullman porters and A. Philip Randolph, African Americans fought for workers’ rights despite being excluded from much of Labor Day’s official history.
ART BEATS: Millville Third Friday Celebrates Art and Live Music
Explore exhibitions, artist interviews and a photo gallery from the Riverfront Renaissance Center for the Arts during Third Friday in Millville’s Glasstown Arts District.
Seaview Champions Liam Eyer and Myra Tomer Head to Steph Curry’s Curry Cup
The two winners will compete at Bethpage Black after standout performances in Galloway Township, where Vineland golfer Trebor Melendez also emerged as a leading competitor.
Guard Up: Grand Master Launches Self-Defense Column
New Atlantic City Focus series teaches situational awareness, self-defense, family safety and the mindset to recognize danger before it becomes a threat.
Atlantic City High School Students Embrace New Cellphone-Free Policy
tudents are spending less time scrolling and more time learning and socializing as Atlantic City High School implements New Jersey’s new restrictions on cellphone use.
Atlantic City Public Schools Welcomes Students for the First Day of School
Schools across the district celebrated the start of the 2026–2027 academic year with warm welcomes, community support and activities designed to help students succeed.
Philadelphia Investment Group ibBIG to Host Black Investment Club Networking Event in Atlantic City
The Philadelphia-based investment group will bring its Coffee, Breakfast & Conversation series to Beat the Daily Grind for a discussion on cooperative economics, networking and Black economic empowerment.
1st Week of September...It's LABOR DAY WEEKEND
This weekend offers you events that include fitness, mingling opportunities for singles, festivals, concerts and art. Discover the best events, concerts, festivals and things to do in Atlantic City, Philadelphia, South Jersey, Delaware, New York, Baltimore and DC.
Reset Your Routine: How to Stay Committed to Your Fitness Goals This Fall
As summer ends and schedules change, Angela C. Richardson shares how to adjust your workout routine, protect your healthy habits and stay committed to your fitness and wellness goals this fall.