Florida Sentinel Bulletin

In this incredible conversation, we sit down with the legendary George E. Johnson Sr., founder of Johnson Products Company, and his co-author, the award-winning writer Hilary Beard, to discuss their new book “Afro Sheen: How I Revolutionized an Industry with the Golden Rule, from Soul Train to Wall Street.” Mr. Johnson made history as the founder of the first Black-owned company to trade on the American Stock Exchange. His revolutionary products, Afro Sheen and Ultra Sheen, transformed the beauty industry and celebrated Black hair at a pivotal moment in American culture. Beyond business, Mr. Johnson played a crucial role in bringing Soul Train to life, met Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., and built lasting institutions including his own bank. At 98 years old, Mr. Johnson shares wisdom on entrepreneurship, the Golden Rule, profit-sharing with employees, and what it takes to be a high achiever. Hilary Beard provides incredible insight into the process of preserving this vital piece of American history. GET THE BOOK: “Afro Sheen” by George E. Johnson Sr. and Hilary Beard https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/tit…

Desire: A Temptations Story follows inspirational talk show host Kendra (Tasha Smith) who is at the top of her game when she faces the tragic loss of her mother. At the urging of her team, Kendra takes time off to heal her soul and while on vacation, Kendra meets the man of her dreams, Malcolm (Adrian Holmes). Taken by his charm and good looks, Kendra gives into her desires and becomes caught up in a whirlwind romance and spontaneously marries Malcolm. Once the newlyweds return home, truths about Malcolm’s past start to come to light and he leads Kendra down a dangerous path.

A historical marker was unveiled to commemorate a century-long cover-up of the once-overlooked “Zion Cemetery,” which served as Tampa’s inaugural burial ground for African American residents, established in 1901.

A young boy’s reality transforms as he deciphers cryptic messages from a supernatural force in his dreams, uncovering his family’s legacy.