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FDA Moves to Ban Menthol Cigarettes and Flavored Cigars

In an effort to improve the health of all Americans and tackle health disparities, the Biden Administration is moving to ban certain types of cigarettes and cigars.

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Washington, D.C. – (Friday, April 30, 2021) – The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is looking at a ban on menthol cigarettes and flavored cigars.

In a statement released Thursday, Acting FDA Commissioner Dr. Janet Woodcock said such actions will help reduce youth smokers and address health disparities experienced in communities of color, low-income populations and the LGBTQ communities.

Health experts have said menthol cigarettes and flavored cigars are highly addicted and are often targeted in specific communities who are already struggling with health challenges.

The FDA says it has no plans to go after individual consumers of the products.  But says the ban would target manufacturers, distributors, wholesalers, importers, and retailers.

 

Interior Decorating Tips

Where do you start?

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So you want something new when it come to redecorating the interior of your home.  But where do you start? How much is too much?  We’re continuing our spring home repair and renovation series tonight, giving you tips and options to care for and beautify your home.

Nikki Klugh, Founder & Creator, Nikki Klugh Design Group

D.C. Homicide Rate Outpacing 2020

Officials are worried the homicide rate in the District this year can top the rate in 2020

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(Washington, DC) — Statistics released by the Metropolitan Police Department shows the homicide rate in the District is outpacing the murder rate in 2020. Police data shows a 43-percent increase in homicides from the same time last year, with 2021 totaling 63 murders as of today, compared to 43 this time last year. Officials are worried the homicide rate in the District this year can top the rate in 2020 which saw a 16-year-high mark in murder cases.

 

Taco Bell Is Giving Away Free Tacos On May 4th

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Taco Bell is hooking everyone up with free tacos on May 4th.
To get yours, order online on the app all day, or order in stores from 8 pm until midnight.
And luckily, there is no minimum order amount necessary. But sadly, the free taco is not available for delivery.
What is your go-to Taco Bell order?

@FrankSkiInspirationalVitamin: “Forgiveness”  

Mark 11:26 | KJV
26 But if ye do not forgive, neither will your Father which is in heaven forgive your trespasses.

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Giving you positive inspiration to start AND continue  your day! Be sure to follow @FrankSki & @peninabrown for more inspiration and encouragement. And don’t forget to listen to the @frankskishow on @WHURFM every weekday from 3pm-7pm! #AMEN #beblessed #God  #joy #faith #frankski #inspirationalvitamin ✝️🙏🏽✝️   

 

 

The Talk Becomes The Lowest-Rated Daytime Show

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It appears as if the Sharon Osbourne drama has affected The Talk.
According to ratings for the week of April 12-16, The Talk came in last place in both the Women 18-49 demographic (0.23 rating) and the Women 25-54 demographic (0.35 rating).
Right after Sharon left in March, the show’s ratings also dropped by 27 percent.
At the top of the ratings is The Price is Right, The Young and the Restless, The Today Show, and The View.
Do you think The Talks ratings will continue to plummet?

How To Travel Safely and Cheaply This Summer

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By SAM KEMMIS of NerdWallet
As vaccinations roll out, questions remain about how and where people can travel safely and on a budget this summer. Experts recommend first and foremost to get vaccinated before traveling and continue to follow CDC guidance for COVID-19 safety even after being inoculated. To save money, take advantage of new airline policies that allow fee-free changes and cancellations, providing you the opportunity to book cheaper flights now, before prices increase as summer approaches, but retain the ability to change your mind later. If you want to get out of the country, target locations with open borders like Iceland or Belize.

DJ Khaled & Kanye West Connect For Albums & Eggs

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DJ Khaled and Kanye West recently linked up for a listening session of Khaled’s latest album, Khaled Khaled.

Kanye popped up at Khaled’s home unannounced at 8 AM, but hey it’s Kanye, so the two enjoyed a breakfast of eggs and ketchup and some dance moves courtesy of Khaled.

Kanye also shared music he’s been working on with Khaled. Although Kanye doesn’t appear on Khaled’s project, the fact that Kanye is active and interacting with other artists is a good sign he may be working on new music of his own.

There’s even is a picture with Kanye’s hands raised high in the air as it seems he’s enjoying what he’s hearing.

Do you think Khaled and Kanye will come together for new music? Do you think Khaled can bring Kanye and JAY-Z back together again?

Redman Joins Method Man In 50 Cent’s Show “Power Book II: Ghost”

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50 Cent’s “Power Book II: Ghost” is currently shooting season two and there is a new addition to the cast.

Theo Rollins is the older brother of the shady lawyer, Davis McLean, played by Method Man. Now his real-life wingman, Redman will join him on the set to portray Rollins, who has been in prison.

Redman is the newest artist to join the cast of “Power Book II: Ghost” alongside Mary J. Blige. There’s also talk of Kash Doll making an appearance in the new series.

What do you think of “Power Book II: Ghost?”

JAY-Z Confident ‘Cancel Culture’ Is Here To Stay

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JAY-Z sat down for a video interview with The New York Times last weekend (April 25th) and along with talking about his new “Only See Great” campaign, parenting with Beyoncé, and “cancel culture.”

JAY-Z explained why he doesn’t participate in social media and how “cancel culture” won’t be going anywhere.

“You can’t give someone a microphone for 24 hours a day and [have them] not think they have to use it!” said Jay. “These kids, it’s unbelievable. Imagine having a microphone and you’re asked about social justice questions at 18 years old? It’s like, ‘What? I’m meant to know the answer, and if I don’t answer the correct way, if I don’t say everything right, even if my intentions are right, and I don’t say the same right thing, it’s going to be everywhere.’”

Hot 97 DJ, Funkmaster Flex, who is known for his outlandish comments, says there’s a bigger reason why JAY-Z doesn’t participate on social media claiming, “he’s the most sensitive muthafucka on the planet and he can’t take n-ggas in his comments telling him the truth.”

Flex also says JAY-Z watches social media through a “fake page.” Do you agree with JAY-Z’s comments on “cancel culture?”

Chadwick Boseman’s Family Defends Anthony Hopkins’ Oscar Win

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Many fans were upset that Chadwick didn’t win the Oscar at the recent ceremony.
But his brother Derrick Boseman recently chatted with TMZ and was remained positive.
The outlet said, “He doesn’t view Chadwick not winning an Oscar for Best Actor as a snub because every nominated actor was excellent and deserving of the award.
They added, “He says the family isn’t upset or agitated whatsoever that Chadwick’s name wasn’t called at the end of the Oscars ceremony.”
Do you think Chadwick should have won?

Teyana Taylor Decided To Retire After Feeling “Underappreciated” By Her Label

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Teyana Taylor has finally explained her “retirement” during a visit to Cam Newton’s “Sip ‘N Smoke” series.

After releasing her project “The Album,” Teyana says she felt “underappreciated” by her record label.

Taylor went on to say she feels “seen” by her husband and wants to feel that way by everyone she’s aligned with. If you’ve been a fan of Teyana for any length of time you know she’s a hard worker.

Taylor felt that her label wasn’t working hard for her saying, “For my mental health, my mental well-being, for my kids, let me just put this on ice for a little [bit]. It’s not that I retired permanently. It’s more like, I just don’t feel like I want to move another inch for a company.”

Can you relate to Teyana Taylor and her need to feel “seen?” Where do you feel “unseen” in your life?

Money to Help DC Residents Pay Bills

DC residents can apply for the STAY DC Initiative to help with paying bills

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The District is freeing up millions of dollars to help residents struggling to pay their rent and utility bills.  My guest this morning is the DC Deputy Mayor for Planning and Economic Development, John Falcicchio.

STAY DC will provide support to residents through: Back Rent: Funding can be used to pay unpaid rent going back to April 1, 2020.  Upcoming Rent: Money can be used to pay forward rent, up to 3 months at a time, Utility Expenses: Water, gas, and electricity expenses can be paid on your behalf. Extended Support: Housing support is available for up to 18 months, per tenant.  For more information go here:

Tune in to Taking it to the Streets, weekday mornings at 6:15, 7:08 and 8:40 on the Steve Harvey Morning Show on 96.3 WHUR.

Follow me on facebook and twitter at @bobbygailes for updates and to stay connected.

 

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Md Gov. Hogan Lifts Outdoor Mask Mandate and Some Restrictions

Marylanders can now go maskless outdoors as governor repeals outside mask mandate and lifts limits on outdoor dining and stand-up bar service.

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(Wednesday, April 28, 2021) – Maryland Governor Larry Hogan is taking  more steps toward easing  COVID restrictions across the state.  He announced today that he’s repealing the state’s outdoor mask mandate and dropping social distancing and capacity requirements for outdoor dinning and outdoor stand-up bar service.  Those new rollback guidelines will take effect Saturday, May 1st.

Citing the latest guidance issued Tuesday by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Hogan said he’s repealing the state’s outdoor masking mandate with the exception of large venues like sporting events or concerts.

Hogan says Maryland has surpassed administering more than 4.5 million COVID shots with 60 percent of Marylanders 18 and older vaccinated.  “We expect to be able to take additional actions in the weeks ahead and to return to a sense of normalcy,” said Hogan.

It’s not yet clear how many local governments in the state will actually follow Hogan’s lead.

3 Charged With Hate Crime In Ahmaud Arbery Death

Grand jury indicts father and son along with another man on hate crime charges in the February 2020 killing of Ahmaud Arbery.

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(Wednesday, April 28, 2021) – A federal grand jury has indicted three White men with hate crime and attempted kidnapping charges in the death of Ahmaud Arbery.  He’s the 25-year-old Black man who was gunned down while jogging in a Georgia neighborhood in February 2020.

The three charged are 35-year-old Travis McMichael, his father, 65-year-old Gregory McMichael, and 65-year-old William Bryan, a former police detective.  The three are already awaiting trial on murder charges, accused of confronting and killing Arbery as he jogged thru a neighborhood in Brunswick, Ga.

The case had drawn widespread criticism and protests after a video of the shooting went viral.  The attorney for the family of Arbery applauded the new charges.  “Yet another step in the right direction in a fight to hold people accountable for Arbery’s death,” said civil rights attorney Ben Crump.

Conversation with P.G. County State’s Attorney Aisha Braveboy

Prince George’s County State’s Attorney Aisha Braveboy talks about a wide range of issues.

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A white Prince George’s County police officer is under indictment… charged with assault and misconduct in office in connection with an incident involving a black teenager last October.  We talk about that incident and other law and order issues in the county with State’s Attorney Aisha Braveboy.

Aisha Braveboy, Prince George’s County State’s Attorney

No Release of Videos Showing Deputies Shooting Black Man

Family can see video in ten days.

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ELIZABETH CITY, N.C. (AP) — A judge has denied requests to release body camera video in the case of a Black man who killed by North Carolina deputies. The decision came Wednesday shortly after a North Carolina prosecutor said that Andrew Brown Jr. had hit law enforcement officers with his car before they opened fire. District Attorney Andrew Womble told a judge at a hearing that he viewed body camera video and disagreed with a characterization by attorneys for Brown’s family that his car was stationary when the shooting started. Womble said the video shows that Brown’s car made contact with law enforcement twice before shots could be heard on the video.

Feds Raid Rudy Giuliani’s NYC Home and Office

Giuliani accused federal authorities of a “corrupt double standard”.

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NEW YORK (AP) — A law enforcement official tells The Associated Press that federal investigators have executed search warrants at Rudy Giuliani’s Manhattan residence and office. The former New York City mayor has been under investigation for several years over his business dealings in Ukraine. Details of the reasons for Wednesday’s searches were not immediately available. The officials who confirmed the execution of the search warrants did not have approval to speak publicly about an ongoing investigation and spoke to the AP on condition of anonymity. Giuliani accused federal authorities of a “corrupt double standard” in a statement released through his lawyer.

@FrankSkiInspirationalVitamin: “God’s Best”  

Ephesians 2:7 | KJV
7 That in the ages to come he might shew the exceeding riches of his grace in his kindness toward us through Christ Jesus.

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Giving you positive inspiration to start AND continue  your day! Be sure to follow @FrankSki & @peninabrown for more inspiration and encouragement. And don’t forget to listen to the @frankskishow on @WHURFM every weekday from 3pm-7pm! #AMEN #beblessed #God  #joy #faith #frankski #inspirationalvitamin ✝️🙏🏽✝️   

Grammy Museum in Los Angeles to Reopen on May 21

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By MESFIN FEKADU AP Music Writer
NEW YORK (AP) — The Grammy Museum will reopen next month after being closed for more than a year due to the coronavirus pandemic. The museum in downtown Los Angeles announced Tuesday that it will be open to the public on May 21. The museum will launch with three new exhibits — “Motown: The Sound of Young America,” “Dave Matthews Band: Inside and Out” and “Y Para Siempre… Marco Antonio Solís.” The museum will open at limited capacity to maintain social distancing, following guidelines provided by L.A. County. Attendees will be required to wear face masks and have their temperatures checked.

No Charges Against Trey Songz Over NFL Scuffle

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By HEATHER HOLLINGSWORTH Associated Press
R&B artist Trey Songz will not face charges in an alleged altercation with police officers at the AFC championship game in Kansas City. Jackson County prosecutor’s office spokesman Mike Mansur said Tuesday that there was “insufficient evidence.” He declined to comment further. Songz, whose real name is Tremaine Aldon Neverson, was arrested and jailed overnight in January. Police have said he had scuffled with officers during his arrest for allegedly not following coronavirus protocols and other rules at the game. Police subsequently shared video from a camera inside Arrowhead Stadium that showed a scuffle. Songz’s representative, Sydney Margetson, declined to comment.

Carmelo Anthony Memoir Coming Out in September

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NEW YORK (AP) — Carmelo Anthony’s life story includes a great deal besides basketball. The 10-time NBA All-Star has a memoir coming out September 14 that publisher Gallery Books is calling “raw and inspirational.” It traces his rise from housing projects in New York City and Baltimore to becoming an Olympic gold medalist and one of the NBA’s top scorers. The book is called “Where Tomorrows Aren’t Promised” and is co-written by D. Watkins. Anthony is currently with the Portland Trail Blazers. He previously played for the Denver Nuggets and the New York Knicks among other teams.

Chauvin Juror Says Guilty Verdicts Could Have Come Quicker

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MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — A juror who cast one of the unanimous votes to convict a white former Minneapolis police officer of killing George Floyd said deliberations were primarily spent trying to convince one person who was uncertain about part of the jury instructions. Brandon Mitchell is the first juror that deliberated in Derek Chauvin’s trial to talk publicly about his experience. He says he felt like deliberations “should have been 20 minutes.” The 31-year-old Mitchell, who is Black, says the one juror was “kind of hung up with a few words in the instructions,” but “wanted to make sure they got it right.” Chauvin was convicted April 20 on all counts: second-degree murder, third-degree murder and second-degree manslaughter.

From Trauma to Triumph with Shontelle Norman-Beatty and Author Tameka Shelone

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Gospel singer Shontelle Norman-Beatty and author Tameka Shelone share their experiences with life and loss and tools to replenish your soul after traumatic life challenges.

The Dream of Homeownership

TTR Sotheby’s Realty is holding classes to assist first time homebuyers

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The real estate market is red hot in the DMV.  This morning my guest has some tips for buyers on programs available to help you achieve the dream of homeownership. My guest is Trian Johnson – Real Estate Agent / TTR Sotherby’s Int’l Realty.

For more information go here:

Tune in to Taking it to the Streets, weekday mornings at 6:15, 7:08 and 8:40 on the Steve Harvey Morning Show on 96.3 WHUR.

Follow me on facebook and twitter at @bobbygailes for updates and to stay connected.

 

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Reporters’ Roundtable

Examining the top stories of the week.

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We’re at the Reporters’ Roundtable examining the top stories of the week.  Big changes in CDC recommendations for wearing masks and more shooting of unarmed black men by authorities.

Mary C. Curtis, Columnist, Roll Call

Charles Ellison, Political Analyst, Publisher, TheBenote.com

@FrankSkiInspirationalVitamin: “Appointed Time”  

Habakkuk 2:3 | KJV
3 For the vision is yet for an appointed time, but at the end it shall speak, and not lie: though it tarry, wait for it; because it will surely come, it will not tarry.

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Giving you positive inspiration to start AND continue  your day! Be sure to follow @FrankSki & @peninabrown for more inspiration and encouragement. And don’t forget to listen to the @frankskishow on @WHURFM every weekday from 3pm-7pm! #AMEN #beblessed #God  #joy #faith #frankski #inspirationalvitamin ✝️🙏🏽✝️   

 

 

DC Police Dept. Hit by Extortion Attack

There is no indication that any police operations were affected.

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WASHINGTON (AP) — The Washington, D.C., police department says its computer network has been breached. The department says a Russian-speaking ransomware syndicate claims to have stolen sensitive data, including on informants, and is threatening to share it with local criminal gangs if the department does not pay an unspecified ransom. The cybercriminals posted screenshots on their website supporting their claim to have stolen more than 250 gigabytes of data. The District’s Metropolitan Police Department says it has asked the FBI to investigate the “unauthorized access.” There is no indication that any police operations were affected.

Independent Autopsy on Andrew Brown, Jr.

Pathologist: Black man killed by deputies was shot 5 times

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ELIZABETH CITY, N.C. (AP) — An independent autopsy shows that a Black man killed by deputies in North Carolina was shot five times, including in the back of the head. That’s according to attorneys for Andrew Brown Jr.’s family. The death certificate lists a head wound as the cause of death. In other developments Tuesday, the FBI announced a federal civil rights investigation into last week’s shooting by deputies serving drug-related search and arrest warrants in the North Carolina town of Elizabeth City. A court hearing scheduled for Wednesday will consider making the the video public.

CDC: Americans Can Go Maskless Outdoors… Sometimes

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention now says wearing a mask outside can be eliminated in some cases for those who are fully vaccinated and for those who are not.

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Washington, D.C. (Tuesday, April 27, 2021) – As expected, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is out with new guidance for mask wearing for fully vaccinated Americans and those who are not vaccinated.  Federal health officials say those who have received either the one shot J&J vaccine or the two shots of the Pfizer or Moderna vaccines can now go without masks outdoors.  But there are some exceptions.

The guidance is the latest set of recommendations for persons who are at least two weeks past their final dose of the COVID-19 vaccinations.  Americans can go without masking up while outdoors when walking, jogging, biking, or dining with friends at outside venues.

Meantime, those new guidelines even apply to unvaccinated people.  But the CDC is cautioning both groups to still wear masks when attending large events outdoors like sporting, performances, protests, and parades.

The new guidelines come as more and more Americans are rolling up their sleeves to take their shots.  The latest figures show that 52 percent of Americans have now had at least one shot.

The Benefits of Going Solar

Solar United Neighbors is hosting events to educate the public on solar power

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It’s all about solar power.   The non-profit organization, Solar United Neighbors or SUN has launched the Capital Area Solar Co-op to help DMV residents to go solar.  My guest is Kimberly Armstrong – Maryland Director of Solar United Neighbors

Solar United Neighbors or SUN has launched the Capital Area Solar Co-op to help DMV residents to go solar.  For more information go here:

Tune in to Taking it to the Streets, weekday mornings at 6:15, 7:08 and 8:40 on the Steve Harvey Morning Show on 96.3 WHUR.

Follow me on facebook and twitter at @bobbygailes for updates and to stay connected.

 

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Sexual Assault Awarness Month

How to you take the first steps to healing? 

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This is Sexual Assault Awarness Month and we’re looking at the healing process.  Too many woman and even some men are accutely aware of the horror and pain of a sexual assault.  Where do you go for help?  How to you take the first steps to healing?

Resources:

Angela Wharton, Phynyx Ministries

Interpersonal Violence Prevention Program/Howard University

National Domestic Violence Hotline 800-799-7233
Rape and Incest National Network
800-656-HOPE (4673)
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 800-273-8255
Maryland Network Against Domestic Violence
800-MD-HELPS
House of Ruth Maryland
24-Hour Hotline
410-889-7884
TurnAround Inc.
24-Hour Hotline 443-279-0379
Maryland Coalition Against Sexual Assault
Roberta’s House
A family grief support center
301-880-5100
Teaira Garnett, Advocate Specialist, Officer of Interpersonal Violence Prevention, Howard University (NOT PICTURED)
Angela Wharton, Founder, Phynyx Ministries

Family in Dispute Over Body Cam Video in Andrew Brown Shooting

Attorney: Black man killed by police had hands on wheel

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ELIZABETH CITY, N.C. (AP) — A family attorney says a Black man killed by authorities in North Carolina had his hands on his car steering wheel when he was shot. Attorney Chantel Cherry-Lassiter watched a 20-second portion of body camera video with family of Andrew Brown Jr. on Monday. She says Brown did not appear to be a threat to officers as he backed his vehicle out and tried to drive away. Brown was shot and killed by deputies serving a search warrant last week. Protesters have demanded the video to be released publicly.

@FrankSkiInspirationalVitamin: “Life”  

2 Timothy 3:16-17 | NLT
16 All Scripture is inspired by God and is useful to teach us what is true and to make us realize what is wrong in our lives. It corrects us when we are wrong and teaches us to do what is right. 17 God uses it to prepare and equip his people to do every good work.

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Giving you positive inspiration to start AND continue  your day! Be sure to follow @FrankSki & @peninabrown for more inspiration and encouragement. And don’t forget to listen to the @frankskishow on @WHURFM every weekday from 3pm-7pm! #AMEN #beblessed #God  #joy #faith #frankski #inspirationalvitamin ✝️🙏🏽✝️   

 

 

Congrats To Our Winning Mothers!

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Congratulations…

Jolonda Curtis

Cheryl Golding

Ericka Hebron

Sheila Mays

Sandra Merritt

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WHUR MOTHER’S DAY 2021 AUTUMN JOI’s FAVORITE THINGS FOR MOM – GIFT BOX VALUED OVER $800

  • Monday April 26th – Friday, April 30th
  •  Listen for your chance to win at 12:20  in the Mid-Day with Autumn Joi Live
  •  Win a fabulous package of gifts for Mom to unbox just for her. It’s Mother’s Day in advance only from 96.3 WHUR!

 

AUTUMN JOI’s FAVORITE THINGS LIST FOR MOM 2021!

EXPERIENCE FREDERICK CITY AND COUNTY” COMPLIMENTS OF JERK N JIVE BAR & KITCHEN –  $400+Value

A Frederick Maryland Getaway for Two that Includes:

Dinner at Jerk N Jive Bar & Kitchen, specializing in fresh Caribbean cuisine and excellent customer service. You’ll enjoy appetizers, entrées, wine and dessert along with a one-night-hotel stay in historic Frederick. Also included is a Jerk N Jive swag bag with a $25 gift card for shopping in downtown Frederick, t-shirt, a unique jewelry item, tourism guides and more! Ready for a change of scenery?  Hit the road for Frederick County, Maryland where hip meets historic every day.

CAPTAIN CHARLES SEAFOOD HOUSE RESTAURANT AND MARINA – $50 Gift Card

Experience the ultimate in seafood dining with a memorable and fun visit to Captain Charles Seafood House Restaurant and Marina where the food comes fresh from the boat to your plate. Enjoy happy hour, live entertainment, exceptional service and seafood specials like lobster, crab legs, fresh oysters and more.  Located at 16320 Cobb Island Road Newburg Maryland. Reservations at http://CaptainCharlesSeafood.com

COPPER CANYON GRILLE  – $100 Gift Card

Enjoy the sophisticated casual setting, graceful service, and chef-prepared classic American cuisine at Copper Canyon Grill. Curbside pickup, delivery, outdoor and indoor dining available. With locations in Gaithersburg, Silver Spring, Arundel Mills, and Glenarden. Visit  http://ccgrill.com

Chef Prepared. Always Fresh. Eat Well.

FISH SCALE Fish Burgers – $50 Gift Card

African American owned and located at 637 Florida Ave NW.  This is not your average burger joint FishScale serves delicious, fish burgers, crab cake burgers, and fish cheesesteaks that are absolutely the best in town.

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FOGO DE CHAO Brazilian Steakhouse – $150 Gift Card

Fogo de Chao Brazilian Steakhouse features a full churrasco experience, specializing in delicious premium cut fire-roasted meats, like bone-in steaks, carved tableside by gaucho chefs. Enjoy the exotic market table and more. Welcome to What’s next at Fogo de Chao. Reservations at

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LEFTY’S BARBECUE – $50 Gift Card

A landmark in Charles County Maryland LEFTY’S is an enduring family run restaurant specializing in classic BBQ, plus Southern-style sides and desserts that remind you of Mom’s home cookin!

Dine-in/Curbside Pick-up and No-contact delivery.  Visit  http://LeftysBarbecue.com

MCKENNA JORDON SALON BAR   – $75 Gift Card

MCKENNA JORDAN, located in Lanham Maryland, is raising the BAR on the ultimate experience in luxury hair care and makeup artistry. Enjoy an ultimate experience in luxery hair care with a sense of relaxation, beauty and professional style treatments.  Visit http://McKennaJordon.com

 

3 Arrested In Murder of Pregnant PG Woman

Prince George’s County police are still searching for a motive in the murder of a pregnant woman. Three suspects in custody charged with the brutal crime.

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(Monday, April 26, 2021) – Prince George’s County police have arrested three people in the shooting death of 18-year-old J’Lyn Quinones of Suitland.  The pregnant woman was fatally shot last Tuesday and another woman was injured as they crossed a road in Capitol Heights.

Charged with murder is 21-year-old Malik Johnson of SE, DC.  He is accused of being the gunman and faces first and second degree murder charges.  His brother Michael Johnson, thought to be the baby’s father, was charged with accessory after the fact for allegedly helping Malik Johnson avoid arrest.  23-year-old Bianca McDuffie is also facing the same charge.  The trio was arrested at McDuffie’s SW, DC home.  They are pending extradition.

Police are still searching for the motive in the shooting.  While Quinones died of her injuries, the doctors were able to save her baby girl who remains in critical condition.  The other woman injured in that shooting is said to be out of the hospital.

Meantime, family members and friends held a vigil last evening to remember Quinones and to pray for her baby girl.

A Campaign To Get More People Vaccinated

Reimagine Main Street is launching it’s education and outreach effort

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New effort underway this morning to get more small businesses to encourage their employees to get vaccinated.  My guest this morning is part of this new public awareness initiative.  My guest is Renee Johnson – Senior Advisor for Public Private Strategies for Re-imagine Main Street

Reimagine Main Street is launching an education and outreach effort to encourage more small business leaders to promote vaccinations for their workers and communities.

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Tune in to Taking it to the Streets, weekday mornings at 6:15, 7:08 and 8:40 on the Steve Harvey Morning Show on 96.3 WHUR.

Follow me on facebook and twitter at @bobbygailes for updates and to stay connected.

 

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THE JOURNEY: “Dr. Ravi Perry – Expectations of the Biden-Harris Administration”

President Frederick speaks with Dr. Ravi Perry, Chairman of the Department of Political Science at Howard University.

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While we all paused to celebrate Howard University Alumna, Kamala Harris, becoming the first Black person and the first woman ever to become Vice President, we can not afford to forget the urgency of this moment.  President Biden and Vice President Harris now lead a country grappling with multiple crises, from the COVID-19 pandemic and the resulting economic downturn and the aftermath of a violent insurrection of our nation’s Capitol.  With so much to do and so much at stake, this new administration has already gotten straight to work. On this episode of “The Journey,” President Frederick speaks with Dr. Ravi Perry, Chairman of the Department of Political Science at Howard University.

Air Date: February 14, 2021

“In Our Mother’s Gardens” Film

Black mothehood through the eyes of mothers, daughters and grandmothers.

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A groundbreaking new documentary will debut on May 6th on Netflix. “In Our Mother’s Gardens” examines the influence and difficult realities of black motherhood, through the eyes of daughters, mothers and grandmothers.  It’s produced by ARRAY, filmmaker Ava Duvernay’s independent film distribution company and directed by Shantrelle Lewis.

Shantrelle Lewis, Documentary Filmmaker

#FrankSkiTribute: R.I.P. Digital Underground’s Shock G

Shock G, also known as Humpty Hump, was found dead in a Tampa, Florida, hotel room. (CNN) Rapper Shock G, also known as Humpty Hump of the hip-hop group Digital Underground, has died at age 57. When not using his stage name, he was known as Gregory Edward Jacobs.

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We lost another rap legend #Shock G, frontman for the influential hip hop group Digital Underground #gonetosoon #humptyhump #RIP #frankskitribute #whurfm

Rededication Day For Fairfax County School

Renamed the school in honor of late Congressman John Lewis

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(Springfield, VA) — A rededication ceremony is scheduled for today to rename the Robert E. Lee High School. A 4:30 p.m. ceremony is scheduled to rename the school in honor of late Congressman John Lewis. The process to rename the school started more than a year ago following Lewis’ death, but was sidetracked by the COVID pandemic. The school, which opened to students in 1958, is one of the first schools in the D.C. metropolitan area tied to confederate history to complete its name change.

Johnson & Johnson Agrees To Vaccine Warning Label  

Two more people died from blood clotting syndrome soon after receiving the shot.

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(New Brunswick, NJ) — Johnson and Johnson is agreeing to put a warning label on its COVID-19 vaccine. The drug maker negotiated a deal as a C-D-C advisory panel considers lifting the pause on the vaccine after reports of blood clots in rare cases. The panel is expected to vote on that issue later today. The panel learned today two more people died from blood clotting syndrome soon after receiving the shot. That brings the number of deaths in America to three. Nearly eight-million Americans have received the shot. Seven others were hospitalized, including four who ended up in intensive care.

@FrankSkiInspirationalVitamin: “Harvest”  

Ecclesiastes 3:1-8 | NLT
1 For everything there is a season, a time for every activity under heaven.

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Giving you positive inspiration to start AND continue  your day! Be sure to follow @FrankSki & @peninabrown for more inspiration and encouragement. And don’t forget to listen to the @frankskishow on @WHURFM every weekday from 3pm-7pm! #AMEN #beblessed #God  #joy #faith #frankski #inspirationalvitamin ✝️🙏🏽✝️   

 

Master Plan For Older Adults

The SCAN Foundation has a plan to protect the country’s aging population

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The number of older adults is rapidly growing and my guest today says it’s time for a master plan to handle America’s aging population.  My guest is Sarita Mohanty – President and CEO of the SCAN Foundation The SCAN Foundation says the number of older adults is rapidly increasing in America and a roadmap is needed for a system wide change in health services.  The SCAN Foundation is an independent public charity devoted to transforming care for older adults in way that preserve dignity and encourage independence.  For more information go here:

Tune in to Taking it to the Streets, weekday mornings at 6:15, 7:08 and 8:40 on the Steve Harvey Morning Show on 96.3 WHUR.

Follow me on facebook and twitter at @bobbygailes for updates and to stay connected.

 

Listen to this mornings segment here:

How Sebastian Mikael’s “Exit” is Actually His Reboot!

Learn to have the courage to express whatever art is in your heart. Be authentically you.

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What a great conversation with Sweden born singer, songwriter, instrumentalist, Sebastian Mikael.

He talks about how the music of Prince influenced him early on. He also talked about the value and taking the time to find your authentic self. He did just that with a two year sabbatical. He’s back with “Exit” which is latest single on his latest EP, ICUUC ME Pt 2. Listen to “Exit” in hot rotation on 96.3 WHUR.

Reducing Clutter and Reorganizing Your Home

How do you organize what you keep? 

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We tackle cleaning out the clutter in your home.  No matter how big or small your home is… it’s difficult to figure out what to keep and what to throw out.  How do you organize what you keep?  How do you keep the clutter from creeping back?

Resources:

Go 2 Girl Event Planning

UIC One Solutions

Beverly Jackson, Organizing Consultant

Gillian Carty-Roper, Professional Organizer

Summer Programs for Girls, Help for Single Moms. Details in Community’s Choice

WHUR’s Comunity’s Choice is packed with information on free events across the DMV.

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P31Girls Camps

Heads up parents with young girls. P31 Girls is accepting applications for its year round and summer camp programs. www.p31boutiques.org.

Training Source, Inc.

Are you looking for a job? The Training Source is starting a job training program May 10th for unemployed and underemployed DMV residents. www.thetrainingsource.org

DC Music Summit

Unite with the community. Join the DC Music Summit for its 4th annual and first ever-virtual conference May 21st – 23rd. www.dcmusicsummit.org

IT Takes Two Inc.,

Get help paying for your youngsters’ educational needs. . It Takes Two, Inc. is accepting applications for its Tools for Success Scholarship program. The deadline is July 1st. www.ittakestwoinc.org/scholarship

St. Ann’s Gala

Celebrate decades of doing good in the neighborhood. Join St Ann’s Center for Children, Youth and Families for their 160th Anniversary May 13th with a virtual gala. www.stanns.org.

Pediatrics

The American Academy of Pediatrics urges parents to call their pediatrician now to be sure your child and teens are caught up on all their routine childhood immunizations. www.aap.org

Women’s Financial Workshop

Gain the financial literacy to get ahead. Beautiful I Am is hosting a free webinar on credit May 15th. www.beautiful-iam.org

WHUR PSA Listing

To get your non-profit on the air and web, email Renee Nash at rnash@whur.com at least three weeks prior to your event.

 

 

You Said Your Man Has to Have What?

“Nothing is off limits on Ladies Night!”

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Ladies Night is always fun with the Ladies of WHUR… But, this is one for the books.

It all started when Angela suggested to Nina Brown that they were gonna “hook her up” with a dating profile.

She and Autumn Joi asked Nina what her preferences are in a guy… Okay… everything was going smoothly…

Nina said she’s 6 ft tall and doesn’t mind dating someone taller or shorter. As long as they have confidence.

But then, our very own “shock jock” Autumn took the reigns and said there were some other… very specific requirements the man should most definitely have. LOL

We all laughed so hard that we’re still posting and laughing about it today. I’m not gonna spoil it for you. Check it out for yourself… and be sure not to miss the next Ladies Night!

 

Famous Black Women Who Are Supporting NYC Mayor Hopeful Ray McGuire

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Several big names in Hollywood are showing support for NYC mayor hopeful Ray McGuire.
Some include Mary J. Blige, Naomi Campbell, Misty Copeland.
Other celebs who have endorsed and supported him are Nas and Diddy.
McGuire is hoping to be the city’s second black mayor.
Do you think celebs should be open about their political views?

Hawaii To Begin Vaccine Passports For Travel Between Islands

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Hawaii is ensuring that people traveling between islands are safe.
Governor David Ige announced Hawaii would begin accepting a vaccination exemption on May 11 for interisland travelers who received their vaccination in Hawaii. They will also have to have completed the required 14-day waiting period.
Also, the state’s vaccination exemption allows qualifying interisland travelers to bypass the state’s 10-day travel quarantine. And those travelers will not have to go through the Safe Travels Hawaii pre-testing program or post-arrival testing.
Should vaccine passports be a thing?