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Tony's Trippin' on Star 94.5
Tony's Trippin' on Star 94.5
Tony's Trippin' 7.20.26
Check out Tony Sco on a "Maybe it's Me Monday" as he talks about tv series taking breaks and much more!
Tony's Trippin' 7.16.26
It's "Alliteration Thursday" with Tony Sco. He discusses stomach problems and more.
Tony's Trippin' 7.15.26
Check out Tony Sco and his Random Thoughts on this Wednesday. He discusses snails and much more!
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Monica May's Point Of View
Every Sunday morning, 'Monica May's Point Of View' features conversations built on hot topics and issues concerning African Americans. Local and national guests will share their points of view as well.
EATONVILLE HISTORY/ THE LASHAI HOUSE FOR YOUNG GIRLS FACING TRAUMA
Newly Elected Mayor Ruthi Critton is the third woman and first Gen Z person to maintain the Town of Eatonville's City's Council. She along with Councilwoman Jordan and Chamber of Commerce founder LaVonda Wilder shared plans for economic sustainability and growth. Learn about upcoming events celebrating the 139th Founder's Anniversary at www.townofeatonville.org or get Chamber info www.historiceatonvillechamber.org Jonathan and Tawanna McGriff founded the LaShai House for girls 8 - 21 in the DCF foster care system. They are sponsoring a retreat for mothers and girls to help strengthen family relationships. For more info www.LaShaiHouse.com We also met author and mentor Tiara Buster who mentors girls www.tiarasheispretty.com
BELAC FOUNDATION WALK FOR CHILDHOOD CANCER/BRANDON JOHNSON LOBBYIST/SA WORRELL UPDATE
Amperell Williams shared details about the BELAC Foundation and their annual walk for childhood cancer July 25th 8:00 am at the Bill Frederick Park @ Turkey Lake. www.belacfoundation.org Brandon Johnson, one of the youngest African American lobbyists has begun his own firm giving hope to Gen Z and others to start their own business. He also chairs the Urban League Young Black Professionals. They're next meeting is August 4th brandon@johnsonpolicygroup.com State Attorney 9th Judicial Circuit Monique Worrell gave a juvenile justice update
POLIS INSTITUTE/ What is ALS?/ THE ROLE OF SPEECH PATHOLOGY IN ALS TREATMENT
POLIS Institute CEO Nat C. Jones shared that the organization is directing two new documentaries benefitting Central Florida. The 50 Fathers Docuseries - gives light to the differences men experience as fathers and their role in the family. The Legacy on Location Documentary will follow the elders in communities like Lake Mann, Rock Lake, Lake Lorna Doone etc. to share their heritage. For info on either project: www.media@polisinstitute.org Subject: Write either 50 Fathers Docuseries or Legacy on Location. What is ALS? Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis was described by Houston psychiatrist, Dr. Quinella Minix of PsyFit. ALS can be caused through environmental irregularities, athletic or veteran associated issues. It's is a neurodegenerative disease that attacks motor neurons, the brain and spinal chord. Speech Language Pathologist Monique May, M.S. CCC-SLP described that the earlier the diagnosis, the better equipped patients are to live with this terminal disease. Former Olympia H.S. Student and NFL Football star Chris Johnson who has ALS responded to a national television interview using an AAC device. You can voice bank your own voice once diagnosis is made. People who might be at higher risk (people ages 60-65, athletes and veterans) should take advantage of testing at the ALS Association National Helpline 800-782-4747 www.als.org or the Orlando Health Neuroscience Institute 321/841-4231; Veterans should contact the VA for diagnosis. Contact: moniquermay@gmail.com
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