From the u201cBurger King Momu201d to Sterling K. Brownu2019s powerful parenting momentu2014plus back-to-school hustle & Tracee Ellis Rossu2019s dating lessons.
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Tuesday, August 19, 2025

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Kay Wicker
Lifestyle reporter

Greetings Grio Fam!
This week on theGrio, our stories will have you laughing, reflecting, and maybe even rethinking your back-to-school budget.

First up, meet the “Burger King Mom” whose viral work ethic took the internet by storm—only to reveal she’s out of a job. Her tearful update has folks rallying behind her with donations and love, a reminder of the highs and lows of going viral..

We are still talking about how Sterling K. Brown is giving flowers to his son for handling a racist encounter with more grace than even he admits he could. The actor’s candid parenting moment sparked a big conversation about strength, resilience, and what it really means to choose peace.

Additionally, with inflation, tariffs, and endless school supply lists, Black families are showing just how creative they can get during back-to-school shopping season. From early bargain hunting to shopping Black-owned brands, parents are making sure their kids show up ready without breaking the bank.

And because we all love a little dating wisdom, Tracee Ellis Ross is spilling what she’s learned from none other than the Obamas, plus she gives the deets on a recent nightmare date!

Check out all of those stories and more at theGrio.com. Read and share. Your support is vital to the continued telling of Black stories you love. We amplify our voices because that is the highest form of Black love — sharing is caring..

In solidarity,

Kay Wicker
Lifestyle Reporter, theGrio

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