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City of Kissimmee Martin Luther King Jr. Unity Celebration - 1/17/26
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Katt Williams at Addition Financial Arena on Feb. 27th, 2026
The R&B Lovers Tour @ Addition Financial Arena - 4/17/26
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Tony's Trippin 12.3.2
Check out Tony Sco on a "Maybe it's Me Monday" as he talks about some things that happened to him over the holidays.
Tony's Trippin' 12.18.25
It's "Alliteration Thursday" with Tony Sco. He discusses Fani Willis's testimony and much more.
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Check out Tony Sco and his Random Thoughts on this Wednesday. He discusses dentist offices and much more!
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Monica May's Point Of View
Every Sunday morning, 'Monica May's Point Of View' will feature conversations built on hot topics and issues concerning African Americans. Local and national guests will share their points of view as well.
AUTHOR'S CORNER/LOCAL TEEN WRITES RESEARCH PAPER FOR HARVARD REVIEW
Author, Miz B shared 3 books with Monica recently; "Brokenhearted at Christmas," "On The Other Side of the Cul-de-Sac" and "She Feelin' Herself." She has been writing for some time now and has degrees in communication that entails both writing and editing. Her favorite authors run from Eric Jerome Dickey and E. Lynn Harris to Terri McMillan. Miz B started as a ghostwriter for others and shares that her books are all totally fiction. You can connect with her on FB @ Miz B's Fun Reads and mizbthewriter@gmail.com. You may purchase her books on Amazon or at Ingram Spark. 16-year-old Javan Thompson attends Creative Global Schools and is dually enrolled at the University of South Florida. With a 4.1 GPA in his 10th grade, his principal Kim Lundy suggested he apply for a research project through Alpha Scholars. He was offered a scholarship and chose to write on their "Sustainable Development Goal #3" which was on Good Health and Well Being. He learned about the mechanics of how to write a proper research tool, and his work was submitted to the Harvard Review. Javan's goals are to complete high school and attend an Ivy League college with the intention of continuing medical research or become a surgeon. To read Javan's research project visit https://hir.harvard.edu/alpha-scholars-summer-2025-medal-winners/
MISS AMERICA, ERICKA DUNLAP BRINGS SOUL TO CHRISTMAS/DR. KEITA JOY AND DAUGHTER MICHAELA - MAKING MEMORIES/URBAM LEAGUE 2026 UPDATE AND THE RENAMING OF SOUTH STREET TO HONOR THE LATE SENATOR GERALDINE THOMPSON
Ericka Dunlap was raised to be a pageant queen. Her mom taught her early about having the confidence to perform and represent her community with purpose. Those qualities helped her compete and become the 1st African American to hold the Miss America crown and then go on to win the Miss America Crown in 2004. She is a powerhouse speaker who has used her ambition and talent to rise to the top. She is coming to the stage Wednesday December 17th for her 7th Annual Holiday Show. This year, "A Christmas with Soul" comes to Sanford. Tickets available through www.ritztheater.com or www.achristmaswithsoul.com A mother and daughter have taken social media by storm and show the world how to create memories. Dr. Keita Joy Ductant and her daughter Michaela have not only gained attention through one of their posts liked by Grammy Award winning Cardi B but have also created a Thursday morning meet-up at Starbucks that helps solidify their bond. 12-year-old Michaela says, "My mom is really busy, so I look forward to this time as our way of catching up." Dr. Keita Joy is a national speaker and life coach who believes that "One of the most important emotional connections you can make is with your children." So let's do more of that so we can build stronger family bonds. Elizabeth Grace, CEO of the Central Florida Urban League has made a difference in their community appeal during this 1st year of her directorship. She re-introduced the CFUL Young Professionals, an auxiliary group for ages 20 - 40 years who will meet December 18th @ CB Bistro 7pm. The event is FREE for members and those considering participating; it's $20 or donate an unwrapped toy for their gift drive. Mrs. Grace's focus remains on the CFUL's core values, and she is determined to continue offering education, employment and entrepreneurship classes. To find out more www.cful.org or stop by one of their local offices, 595 W. Church Street or 2804 Belco Drive - 407/841-7654. Join the community as we rename 510 W. South Street for her mother Senator Geraldine Thompson Friday December 19th 10:30am - all are welcome
DEBUNKING THE PRESIDENT'S CLAIM - NURSING IS NO LONGER A PROFESSIONAL DEGREE - FORMER ATHLETE AND AN ADVOCATE GIVE BACK TO OUR COMMUNITY THIS HOLIDAY
Dr. Allison Hamilton - Nurse, Educator and CEO discussed the future of healthcare per these current administrations push to decertify several careers that support America's infrastructure. Based on limiting the amount of money students can borrow to pursue degrees in: Nursing, Teaching, it will also affect Occupational & Physical Therapists, Social Workers as well as Accountants and Architects. These professionals will not be recertified, and they are the ones who provide the infrastructure of our nation. Use this link in your browser to sign the petition letting the government know we don't support their decision. https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://ana.quorum.us/campaign/professionaldegreepetition__;!!F8-Dj6fVkZI!flSqxFTlrYYJ2OTWaIq9_gHoDKeWaE1c-6ND93Cgl7CiQ_AqkmjZqEDYuhYOjyu4XZv8MhBlax6FgWVUgEisjfwaz0o$ You can also connect with Dr. Hamilton at www.IVInfusion@hydro_wellnessboutique.com Dan Cross with Cross Academy and Ben McCarney, CEO of the Grand Bohemian Hotel in Orlando shared their "Why" for giving back to Orlando's community all year round through mentoring and golf tournaments that provide scholarship awards and laptops for college or career bound youth. Dan spends the year mentoring student athletes on the rigors of life off the court and gives back through his organization every Christmas. They serve thousands with food and Christmas Cheer. Ben is on the Board, and he is also establishing a Young Professionals Board that will train those between 21-38 to join their board. To attend Night of Giving Dec. 18th 6pm @ the Grand Bo or participate in the Day of Giving Dec. 20th contact 407/403-6446 or www.athleteconnections.org
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