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By Michele Wilson, ChairwomanMobile Area Black Chamber of Commerce The health of a community is often about connecting. Connecting with our neighbors, friends, and family to recharge our souls. Connecting with information that empowers us to make positive change.Now we need to get connected and work together to address a serious cause […]

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