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1. Prolonged Outages in Gary Highlight Infrastructure Disparities

A severe August storm packing tornado-strength winds caused an extended blackout across Gary, Indiana, leaving thousands of residents without electricity. Community organizations, faith leaders, and municipal officials provided food, dry ice, and emergency support as utility restoration efforts lagged. The prolonged crisis highlights ongoing infrastructure disparities, as high-minority communities statistically experience higher rates of extended power blackouts.

2. Keith Lee Leads Emergency Relief Drive in Gary

Social media personality Keith Lee pivoted his Midwest tour to organize a large-scale relief drive for residents in Gary, Indiana. Partnering with the Salvation Army and community supporters, Lee helped distribute thousands of meals, beverages, and emergency cleanup kits to families impacted by the 2026 Gary power outage. The initiative provided critical supplies and financial relief to assist the community following two weeks without electricity. 

3. Black Mother Creates Award-Winning Eczema Skincare Line

After her newborn son was diagnosed with eczema, Taylor C. Liddell formulated Goodbye 2 Dry, a gentle skincare product line under her brand P2 & You Children's Skincare. Grounded in Liddell's background in biomedical sciences, the formula earned both the National Eczema Association’s Seal of Acceptance and the Mom’s Choice Award. Liddell is also pursuing doctoral research focused on improving health literacy and clinical support for Black caregivers managing childhood eczema.

4. Iowa Dedicates Seven-Foot Statue Honoring Dr. Lulu Merle Johnson

Johnson County, Iowa, is dedicating the Dr. Lulu Merle Johnson Plaza in Iowa City, featuring a seven-foot bronze statue to celebrate the pioneering scholar. In 1941, Dr. Johnson became the first African American woman to earn a Ph.D. in Iowa, later developing early Black Studies curriculum during a distinguished academic career. Located near her former home, the permanent monument and interpretive exhibit honor her historic legacy and enduring contributions to higher education as highlighted by Black Iowa News. 

5. Know Our History: The 1963 March on Washington

On August 28, 1963, approximately 250,000 people gathered at the Lincoln Memorial for the historic March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom. Organized by civil rights leaders including A. Philip Randolph, Bayard Rustin, and the "Big Six," the rally featured Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s iconic "I Have a Dream" speech. Demonstrators and trailblazing organizers advocated for comprehensive federal legislation to end discrimination in employment, voting, and education.

1. Prolonged Outages in Gary Highlight Infrastructure Disparities
A severe August storm packing tornado-strength winds caused an extended blackout across Gary, Indiana, leaving thousands of residents without electricity. Community organizations, faith leaders, and municipal officials provided food, dry ice, and emergency support as utility restoration efforts lagged. The prolonged crisis highlights ongoing infrastructure disparities, as high-minority communities statistically experience higher rates of extended power blackouts.
2. Keith Lee Leads Emergency Relief Drive in Gary
Social media personality Keith Lee pivoted his Midwest tour to organize a large-scale relief drive for residents in Gary, Indiana. Partnering with the Salvation Army and community supporters, Lee helped distribute thousands of meals, beverages, and emergency cleanup kits to families impacted by the <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gary,_Indiana_Blackout_of_2026">2026 Gary power outage</a>. The initiative provided critical supplies and financial relief to assist the community following two weeks without electricity. 
3. Black Mother Creates Award-Winning Eczema Skincare Line
After her newborn son was diagnosed with eczema, Taylor C. Liddell formulated Goodbye 2 Dry, a gentle skincare product line under her brand P2 &amp; You Children's Skincare. Grounded in Liddell's background in biomedical sciences, the formula earned both the National Eczema Association&rsquo;s Seal of Acceptance and the Mom&rsquo;s Choice Award. Liddell is also pursuing doctoral research focused on improving health literacy and clinical support for Black caregivers managing childhood eczema.
4. Iowa Dedicates Seven-Foot Statue Honoring Dr. Lulu Merle Johnson
Johnson County, Iowa, is dedicating the Dr. Lulu Merle Johnson Plaza in Iowa City, featuring a seven-foot bronze statue to celebrate the pioneering scholar. In 1941, Dr. Johnson became the first African American woman to earn a Ph.D. in Iowa, later developing early Black Studies curriculum during a distinguished academic career. Located near her former home, the permanent monument and interpretive exhibit honor her historic legacy and enduring contributions to higher education as highlighted by <a href="https://blackiowanews.com/trailblazer-lulu-merle-johnson-achieved-greatness-fought-jim-crow-in-iowa/">Black Iowa News</a>. 
5. Know Our History: The 1963 March on Washington
On August 28, 1963, approximately 250,000 people gathered at the Lincoln Memorial for the historic March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom. Organized by civil rights leaders including A. Philip Randolph, Bayard Rustin, and the "Big Six," the rally featured Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s iconic "I Have a Dream" speech. Demonstrators and trailblazing organizers advocated for comprehensive federal legislation to end discrimination in employment, voting, and education.

From HaHa’s to Aha’s is a podcast brought to you by two industry legends, radio
veteran Sybil Wilkes and entertainment executive extraordinaire, Stephen Hill.  
Sybil and Stephen Hill met over 25 years ago when Stephen was the executive
producer for the Tom Joyner Morning show.  From there, a friendship developed
that has span decades and endured trials, triumphs and celebrations.   For the
past 22 years the two friends come together for a time to connect, share, get
checked and have fun.   During this time, they regularly have “Roundtable Table”
discussions where they openly and honestly share their lives experiences, hopes
and dreams from the previous years.  

This podcast will cover a myriad of discussions from politics, to health, to
entertainment, to love, to sex, to the orthodox and unorthodox way of thinking
and living.   Sybil and Stephen will open the discussion to celebrities, people of
interest and regular everyday people.

From HaHa&rsquo;s to Aha&rsquo;s is a podcast brought to you by two industry legends, radio veteran Sybil Wilkes and entertainment executive extraordinaire, Stephen Hill. &nbsp; Sybil and Stephen Hill met over 25 years ago when Stephen was the executive producer for the Tom Joyner Morning show. &nbsp;From there, a friendship developed that has span decades and endured trials, triumphs and celebrations. &nbsp; For the past 22 years the two friends come together for a time to connect, share, get checked and have fun. &nbsp; During this time, they regularly have &ldquo;Roundtable Table&rdquo; discussions where they openly and honestly share their lives experiences, hopes and dreams from the previous years. &nbsp;
This podcast will cover a myriad of discussions from politics, to health, to entertainment, to love, to sex, to the orthodox and unorthodox way of thinking and living. &nbsp; Sybil and Stephen will open the discussion to celebrities, people of interest and regular everyday people.

From Ha Ha's to Aha's

Reach Media, the leading African-American Network now brings you one of the most trusted voices in the African-American community—Sybil Wilkes. Here to spread knowledge and information on the subjects and topics that matter most to us, her podcast hits home and raises the conscience of our community. Sybil Wilkes gives you a clear concise breakdown of everything that you need to keep you informed and empowered!

Reach Media, the leading African-American Network now brings you one of the most trusted voices in the African-American community&mdash;Sybil Wilkes. Here to spread knowledge and information on the subjects and topics that matter most to us, her podcast hits home and raises the conscience of our community. Sybil Wilkes gives you a clear concise breakdown of everything that you need to keep you informed and&nbsp;empowered!

The Sybil Wilkes Podcast

WHAT WE NEED TO KNOW: AUGUST 28, 2026

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