For Dr. Joycelyn Peterson—affectionately known as Dr. Joy—food has always been about more than nourishment. It’s a calling rooted in faith, culture, and community. From her early years, she was inspired to embrace healthy, plant-based eating and made a d...Read More

“Seeking my purpose through healing.” That’s how IrieWatas Wellness founder Jermaine Lawrence describes the inspiration behind his business. Founded in 2021, IrieWatas Wellness grew out of Lawrence’s deep cultural and personal connection to natural hea...Read More

When Otis Rolley stepped into his new role as President and CEO of the Baltimore Development Corporation in June 2025, it marked more than a leadership transition—it was a homecoming. After decades of public service and philanthropic leadership, Rolley’...Read More

BALTIMORE, MD — More than 650 people attended the 15th Henrietta Lacks Memorial Lecture in person and virtually on Saturday, Oct. 4. The lecture was held at The Johns Hopkins Hospital’s Turner Auditorium. “The Henrietta Lacks Memorial L...Read More

Galvanizing Baltimore Around Health and Healing Through Food There has never been a more urgent moment for Baltimore to come together around health, wellness, and healing. Across Maryland, more than half of all adults live with at least one chronic conditio...Read More

Part II of Two-Part Series During Domestic Violence Awareness Month, it is critical to point out that domestic violence (intimate partner violence) can involve verbal, sexual, physical, emotional or financial abuse. The People’s Law Library points out tha...Read More