Bad things happen to good people. Loss of employment, divorce, death of a spouse, medical emergency or many other unforeseen events can take anyone by surprise. This often times results in a temporary or permanent reduction in household income leading to a mountain of debt and delinquent bills. The stress associated with the unforeseen event in and of itself can be devastating. To be put in such a vulnerable position and have to deal with the aggressive tactics of debt collectors can be overwhelming.

(NNPA)—Black consumers are responding to tighter economic conditions by focusing more of their spending on products and services that improve their homes and lifestyle. That’s one of the trends revealed in the 15th annual report, “The Buying Power of Black America,” published by Target Market News.

(NNPA)—Much of America is still in the emergency room trying to recover from their economic wombs inflicted while Barack Obama was serving as U.S. senator for the great state of Illinois.

It is no surprise that if pain can be found on the body politic of the U.S. citizenry, a more severe economic discomfort is being felt by African-Americans. This represents a long tradition dating back to slavery: the last hired, the first fired and the least likely to be awarded a contract.

Spring job fair

MARCH 17—The Community College of Allegheny County will host a Spring Job Fair from 9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. at the Boyce Campus Student Services Center, 2nd floor, 808 Ridge Ave., North Side. Attendees should dress to impress and bring several copies of their resume. For more information, call 412-237-2545.