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Deana Butler-Rahming a native of Miami. She is the proud mother of Alexia Deshay Porter and married to Bishop Gus L. Rahming. Deana graduated from Miami Carol City Sr. High and received her Bachelor's Degree from Central State University in Wilberforce, Ohio in Music Education, a Master's of Science in Computing Technology from Barry University, Specialist Degree in Reading from the University of Miami and a Specialist Degree in Educational Leadership from Barry University. Mrs. Rahming has been a Music Teacher with the Miami Dade County Public Schools for thirty years and is currently teaching at Palm Springs Elementary.

Deana's accolades includes selection by the Jubilate Committee to be the Directress of the Gospel Chorale in Barcelona Spain, crowned Miss CSU in 1992 (appearing in the 1992 edition of Ebony magazine), current member of the Miami Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Incorporated, Modern Mason Free & Acceptance Eastern Stars, Noble Lady Zethel 220, the

2016 Women of Worth Award in Music by the Board of Directors of Bethel Temple

Community Development Corporation. She has performed in numerous events throughout

South Florida and Nationally!

(LOS ANGELES) After years of silence, Bianca Dickerson Williams -- an L.A. mother who

suffered catastrophic life-altering injuries at UCLA Medical Center during the delivery of her

second child - - began speaking out about her experience. She traveled to Washington, DC to tell

her story on Capitol Hill and is suing the hospital. Bianca is now discussing the role of racism in

health care and the lack of understanding that all women of color, regardless of their

socioeconomic status, are at risk of abuse and mistreatment in the delivery room.

Learn more about Bianca’s experience in the documentary film

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VQpAAMcV-L0&t=19s.

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/floresdickerson/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bianca-dickerson-williams-j-d-aaaa79b/

Media Contact:

Edna Sims, Owner, ESP Public Relations

310-770-8117 ~ esppr@icloud.com

Musical genius, composer, orchestra arranger, conductor, music producer, and music editor Leon Lacey scored 20 songs and conducted an all-female orchestra for Beyoncé at her recent exclusive invitation-only concert at the launch of the Atlantis The Royal luxury resort hotel in Dubai in the United Arab Emirates.

Amadu Massally is our guest today. He is the CEO and co-founder of Fambul Tiki and he is from Sierra Leone,  a country in West Africa, that is bordered on one side by the Atlantic Ocean.  It is known for the white-sand beaches lining the Freetown Peninsula. And also as one that has minerals!  The main ones being diamonds, gold, bauxite, rutile, limonite, and iron.  We are also blessed with rich fauna and flora and have some unique hippopotamuses, over a hundred bird species, and even rare chimpanzees.

But one of the most interesting things about this country is how it helped to shape some parts of the world via the Transatlantic Slave Trade.  And the formation of the capital city, Freetown, it is arguable, one of the most fascinating stories out there with regard to the establishment of capital cities, the world over.  It is also the only country in Africa that can clearly show a two-way connection with the Gullah-Geechee people of South Carolina and Georgia to date. Sierra Leone has another two-way connection with the Maroons of Jamaica.  We will explore some of those connections on these pages.  While this is not well-known today, Sierra Leonean has a two-way connection with Trinidad and Tobago. Carriacou, Grenada; and Halifax, NS are also connections to Sierra Leone that Fambul Tik has explored.

https://fambultik.com/

BJ and Shawn go at it again on various topics

Monday March 13th topics

What must be done to 6y old who shot teacher?

Topics

Budweiser is his pastor

Superbug and BJ not taking vaccine

Deon Sanders religious controversy

BJ's take on wigs again

Diet sodas

Man is proud not to have an insurance policy

BJ will not be punked at school

Teachers being disrespected to get a pension

BJ wore cowboy boots to school

Ghonorrea

Kevin Hart show cancelled

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The Stay Well Community Health Initiative, which brings health-related resources to Black communities across the country, is honoring six Black leaders during Black History Month on behalf of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services We Can Do This COVID-19 Public Education Campaign. Here is the link to the press release. Travis Jackson, one of our honorees, is the CEO and founder of HBCU Pride Nation, LLC. For more than a decade, HBCU Pride Nation has provided a positive social media platform to increase awareness of and  enrollment at Historically Black Colleges and Universities across the country. Throughout the pandemic, Travis has used his platform to share his testimony on why he chose to get vaccinated while also encouraging the HBCU community to protect themselves as  they resume day-to-day activities and attend events. https://www.hbcupridenation.net/ Dena Vang (She/Her) Public Relations Manager CMRignite 414-644-0229 cmrignite.com

The Rare Breed Motorcycle Club William P. Sweezer, Jr. MD FACS “Code Blue” Scholarship of Excellence has been established in honor of Dr. William P. Sweezer Jr. a dedicated member of Rare Breed MC until his passing. This scholarship is to exemplify the "Spirit of Excellence" that Dr. Sweezer strived daily to accomplish through deeds that impacted families and communities with his message of Service. The recipient of this scholarship has demonstrated through their academic studies, service to their community, perseverance; character and integrity, the true "Spirit of Excellence" that Dr. Sweezer strived for through his works.

The purpose for this scholarship is to provide financial assistance to a graduating high school senior who will be attending an accredited technical/community college or academic college or university. This individual best exemplifies not only academic excellence but also leadership and service to their community.

https://www.codebluescholarshipofexcellence.org/

Our mission is to help participants obtain their General Contractors License, as they prepare to develop the skillsets and abilities necessary to become sought after Licensed Contractors. We plan to engage in this by providing a tangible training-based opportunity designed to introduce them to the various process and practices associated with becoming successful Licensed General Contractors. We will also introduce them to the social entrepreneurship principles that are essential in developing healthy communities.

Participants will receive tactical instruction, classroom guidance along with field exposure on the nuances of single-family home construction while learning the established principles gained from over 15+ years of active practice in the field of General Contracting. Participants will be instructed on the steps necessary to obtain a license to practice General Contracting in the states of North Carolina, South Carolina, and Tennessee. Participants will be assisted in creating an Action Plan towards utilizing their General Contractors License and skills gained from attending the Pugh Builders General Contractors Academy to establish a niche in the rewarding career of Custom Home Building. Retirees, Veterans and Entrepreneurs are welcome.

Attention business owners, make sure you tune in tonight to this webinar on how you can monetize your business with a 100% approval of 50K or more in business credit with Lendio Charlotte. The webinar is tonight, Thursday, November 17th 7 PM eastern.

For more information call 980-324-3064

Danny Boy has continuing to create, generate brand awareness, buzz and new equity in the market place. Remember Danny Boy who sang the classic hook on Tupac's I aint mad at ya? Well he is back and Grammy nominated after 2 decades! 

Chicago Creed Music Group on August 29th released the hot new single THIS SONG from Legendary R&B Soul Singer, Danny Boy playing on numerous radio stations across the country. On October 8th THIS SONG hit Billboards R&B top 100 charting at #30. Now, THIS SONG is up for consideration for the 2023 Grammys in the category of Best Traditional R&B Performance.

Contact Ronald Clark 

Ronald@camino.org

We will offer temporary and contract opportunities in various roles such as Project Manager, Project Coordinator, Property Management (Leasing), and roles in the Restaurant Industry.

Our mission is to help fuel change in the community and the individual by connecting the right talent to the right platform at the right time. SGS’ desire is to hire great candidates for businesses that need them.
Our strategy is simple: Better quality. More diversity.

We are located in the NoDa community, Charlotte’s historic arts and entertainment district. Our physical address is 3117 Whiting Avenue, Charlotte, NC 28205.
You may also reach us by calling 844-SABRAGO (722-7246) beginning 3/7/22.

“At the age of 90, I am birthing my book baby, ‘It's How You Handle It: Life’s Journey.’ While nurturing the contents of my biography, I walked right into a global Covid-19 pandemic. Many people were rudely awakened to find that diseases inside their bodies made them more vulnerable to contracting the virus. Even worst, it was revealed that African Americans were disproportionately more affected due to centuries of systemic inequities. The disregard for our needs caused many unfavorable health conditions called comorbidities, which integrated with the coronavirus and killed people fast and in large numbers. I was at risk because I had almost every pre-condition. My family history could reveal the patterns that led to this moment, but no in-depth stories had/have been written in the history books that I taught from. Now I know why my mother kept telling me stories of my family history, why I kept telling my children these stories, and why I must share with you,” shared Eloise Purdie passionately.

Eloise is faced with life’s ultimatum; reveal her history and the lessons it holds or risk it being lost to the world forever. In her story, “It’s How You Handle It: Life’s Journey,”Eloise tries her best to live to the fullest expression of herself, like her role model, Oprah Winfrey. Oprah said that she used her media career to say how people, "...experience shame, how we love and how we rage, how we fail, how we retreat, persevere, and how we overcome." This book is notably a narrative of perseverance through savage odds. It details the ironic story of Eloise; a history teacher that lived through some of the darkest moments in history but was never able to contribute her life story to the curriculum.

This work started as a simple labor of love but ended up a brilliant blueprint on how to elevate oneself in spite of any circumstance. The candid details she is able to recall decades later are remarkable and it is a unique blessing that God has granted her to keep these stories in such pristine condition. The story of Eloise pays homage to her family and is likely the story of many African Americans during the early 1900s; as they did what they could to recover from an enormous interruption to their rich history and prestige. Following slavery, many African Americans could have sunk under the weight of all that was stripped from them, as well as, the lack of resources, health, wealth, and education. Those, like Eloise, who were able to overcome the unpalatable atrocities of that time, have important stories of determination, foresight, and strength that are important to share.

At our best, we are all teachers. A true teacher at heart, Eloise's story brings the past to life better than any textbook ever could. The truth matters.
-Cornelia Gibson

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https://www.amazon.com/Its-How-You-Handle-Journey/dp/B09XZMDM9M

Rock Hill missed it's chance to become a part of the NFL by failing to follow through on the $225 Million dollars for the practice facility. York county councilman Bump Roddey speaks on this topic and several others.

Be your own bank! Information is power. Information can launch yourself and your family to a new level. Yes it is possible to be your own bank.

Watch the webinar 5/10/2022 webinars.lendioclt.com

Keith Smith has served in the state of North Carolina for over 30 years in various roles associated within the legal community. It was early in my career as a Probation Parole Officer, that I first realized my passion to help others in a way that was both fair and equitable while reinforcing accountability. That same commitment to fair-minded decision-making was later applied to my roles as an Assistant DA and as a Senior Associate Attorney with Mecklenburg County’s Department of Social Services. As an elected District Court Judge, I will adhere to the established rule of law while considering all matters in an impartial manner. I value the work ethic instilled in me by my parents who were of humble beginnings, as they stressed the importance of a strong education, but most importantly, treating people with respect and dignity. The justice system in the United States is an incredible forum and I look forward to applying my legal experience as a dedicated and committed public servant for the state of North Carolina.

Lucille Puckett is running for Mayor of Charlotte NC. She has put herself in the Mayors race sine 2013 and she continues her fight to represent the marginalized citizens of the City of Charlotte. She is an passionate advocate to stop youth violence. She is also the leader of Taking Back our H.o.o.d.s

Currently, he serves on the School Leadership Council of the Renaissance West Community Initiative. He holds life memberships in the Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc., NAACP, Veterans of Foreign Wars, National Association of Black School Educators, Black Political Caucus of Charlotte-Mecklenburg, and Second Ward High School National Alumni Foundation. He serves as a member of the Board of Trustees, Central Piedmont Community College, member of Pi Phi Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, and member of the Second Ward West Charlotte Men’s Breakfast Club.

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Arthur was duly appointed and elected to the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Board of Education. He served as chair of the Curriculum and Instruction Committee, and member of the Facilities and Operations Committee. He served in other Board of Education leadership roles as Vice Chair and Chair of the Board. Nationally, he served on the Executive Committee of the Council of Urban Boards of Education and the Executive Committee of the Council of the Great City Schools. Arthur served on the National Assessment of Education Progress Advisory Committee that established achievement levels for the 1990 NAEP Mathematics Assessment. Arthur served as a guest lecturer at the Harvard University Graduate School of Education and the University of Virginia’s Partnership for Leaders in Education. He served as a resident faculty member of the Broad and Texas Institute for School Board members. Arthur is nationally recognized in public school governance.

https://www.griffin4mecklenburgcounty.com/

Imagine what the remaing years of your life would be like if you only did things that made you happy. No matter what is was, it was your choice...If you stopped being a go along to get along person would that make you more happy? Ofcourse it would.

1. Are you a yes person?

2.Do you care too much what peole think?

3.Do you want to be free?

Determine today that you will run your own life! "I will not allow another individual to take my place in my own mind. Why wait to be happy? Do it now!

I'm the last person I have to deal with in order to be free. I'm giving tips on what has made me into the person that is making me free. Freedom from the judgement of others is our biggest impediment. We have to break ourseleves aloose from that gravitational pull to be medocre.

This episode is a part of our 2022 series on creating our own reality… If you are not succeeding in your life, then you need to change something. And that change will take place when you decide to have enough courage to go against the forces of this world‘s life, that’s been holding you down because you have allowed certain things to happen without a challenge from deep within your own soul… Listen to this episode because it will restore your soul and give you the type of energy and and self motivation to conquer anything that’s in your way… Including your own self

I'm happy again because I don't have a boss! I like waking up and creating my day. I would like for us all to fully develop our vision. I am sharing from some of my writings on being free..

I am gonna tell you why people are quitting their jobs. My mother in law refused to be away from us during the holidays and she helped me remember what family is. The weather is a weapon that God uses to get our attention, and the Virus is too!

Does Antonio Brown need a meantal health evaluation? Heck no! I think we may need one. He is on to something when he defied Tampa Bay Bucs coach Bruce Ariens. I will give you my take on his defiance. Also are we spreading the virus in our stools?

Vee joined me on this podcast as we talked about vaccinations, and telling the truth as you understand it and not being afraid to speak truth to live as a free person.

Syleena Johnson episode airs on Sunday, April 25 at 9:00pm EST/8:00pm CST TV One

Men and Women are accepting their responsibility to make their communities a safe and peaceful place to live. Due to serious economical time there has been an increase of gun violence and crime with most of its victims being women and children. The safety of the women, children and elderly in the community must be paramount.

There must be a collective effort from all religious, social, law enforcement and grass root organizations to bring peace to these communities. Peace is the common denominator that allows us to transcend above our religious, political and racial differences.

We all want Peace in our homes, community and in the world. But there is no Peace when there is no justice. We must work hard to establish justice for all regardless of class, greed, or color. Where there is Love and harmony there is Peace of mind. We believe when peace is present, violence is absent. Peace is not just the absence of war or violence, but peace is the absence of conflicts, and all conflicts are not violent.

We all must as Peacekeepers eliminate these conflicts so that we can together to create an environment of peace.

https://thepeacekeepers.org/

On this episode George Floyds  Slwyn Jones speaks to us.

Selwyn Jones’ nephew, George Floyd, died in police custody Monday in Minneapolis after an officer kneeled on his neck for several minutes while Floyd laid handcuffed on the street.

A bystander video shows that Floyd yelled out multiple times that he couldn’t breathe, and the footage sparked national protest, including a demonstration set in Rapid City which Jones plans to attend this weekend.

The four officers involved in the case have been fired as the incident remains under investigation by the FBI and state law enforcement. Derek Chauvin, the officer shown in the video kneeling on Floyd's neck, was charged Friday with third degree murder.

“It’s pretty bad when you wake up and see (that) video in the news,” said Jones, a 54-year-old man from Gettysburg, South Dakota. “I’m thinking, 'Wow, not again.' Then my wife looks at me and says, 'You know who that is?'”First Challenge in George Floyd Murder Trial: Finding an Impartial Jury

Jury selection is scheduled to begin on Monday in the trial of Derek Chauvin, the former police officer charged in connection with Mr. Floyd’s death.

Jury selection is set to begin on Monday, in a courtroom built to comply with pandemic protocols and outfitted with television cameras. Mr. Chauvin is charged with second-degree murder and second-degree manslaughter. Before his trial begins, he could face an additional charge of third-degree murder, the Minnesota Court of Appeals ruled on Friday, in a decision that could delay the start of jury selection because Mr. Chauvin has the option to appeal.