Community View Points

Nate Scott came by the show to speak about being a former enlisted soldier, Desert Storm veteran, West Point graduate, and former Infantry Officer/Ranger. He talked about walking the perimeter at 19 during Desert Storm and saying “Lord if you allow me to make it back, I’ll never waste a day of my life.” He also shared how that experience led him to writing “Life Is Rich: How To Create Lasting Weal...

Angie Leatherberry came by the show to discuss ReStore purpose and describe how it supports the Habitat for Humanity of Jacksonville (HabiJax) mission and Reasons to shop ReStore.

Dr. Albert Chester - A Jacksonville native and local pharmacist saw that need and decided to launch The New Town pharmacy! Dr. Chester came by the show to talk about his focus on health care and the pharmaceutical industry in this community! New Town Pharmacy is your complete and full service community pharmacy. Servicing all healthcare needs from all prescriptions to all over-the-counter medicati...

Melissa Settles and Roben Faircloth from GRASP PTA, came by the show to talk about GRASP Academy Hero Walk, on February 22, 2019. The purpose of their walkathon is to spread the word about the school and to raise funds for much needed school projects and learning aids for the students. Due to students having various learning challenges related to their dyslexic traits, the school needs much more f...

Efferem Williams / Knots 4 Kids, Shara Mondy / Suited for Success, Jennifer Smith / The Giving Closet Project, came by the show to talk about the life-changing event that will teach young men (in middle and high school) many valuable lessons about dressing for success, no matter what challenges life presents. With visionary Alan Vinson / JT Vinson Clothiers, their goal is to create a "mentorship e...

Charley’s McCoy of Mbellish by Charmega came by the show to talk about The Eastside Arts Vendors Market hosting the 3rd annual “Melanin Market” & Black History Parade on February 23rd from 11am- 4 pm. We spoke about The Melanin Market and Parade with its a strong emphasis on promoting local small businesses and organizations owned/led by African Americans. The goal is to highlight members and lead...

Ed came by the show to talk about Cupid Undie Run and why the event means so much to him and his family. Cupid’s Charity was created and became a recognized 501(c)(3) non-profit with a mission to end NF by funding much needed research. They have raised over $16,900,000 to date, with 100% of net proceeds funding research through our partner the Children’s Tumor Foundation, the world’s leader in NF...

Aveda / Change the Face of Depression – Casie Ellison and Nicki Edelson came by the show to talk about their event to incorporate basic necessities for essential self-care and to remind us as individuals that seemingly insignificant details are the foundation of who we are. Their MISSION is to alter the general perspective of mental illness such as depression and anxiety by helping to raise self-e...

Lynzi Chambers, Welcome Center Coordinator/ Lifestyles Director, came by the show to talk about hosting their 2nd Conquer the Trails 5K at TrailMark held to benefit SAFE Pet Rescue!

Courtney Matthews, Mother, Entrepreneur and certified Life Coach since 2014 came by the show to talk about being single mom entrepreneur, her passion for personal development coaching, overcoming fears and stepping out of her comfort zone to finding purpose and regain peace. She spoke on with the proper coaching and guidance through her Women’s Empowerment coaching, women will be able to find thei...

Thomas Brown and Tommy BoDean came by the show to talk about Laugh for the Troops show coming to the Jacksonville area on March 7th, at the historic Florida Theater. Laughter truly is the best medicine. An antidote to stress, pain, and conflict; humor opens our hearts, lightens our burdens, brings us hope, and connects us to others. This powerful medicine helps our heroes recover as they transitio...

Christina Burget, Cancer survivor came by the show to talk about Hope Floats (a local fundraising team dedicated to raise funds to benefit The DONNA Foundation) has partnered with local Photographer Laura Evans for a Breast Cancer Survivor Portrait Series, The Many Faces of Breast Cancer. The Many Faces of Breast Cancer is a portrait series showcasing area survivors. The opening night celebration...

Veronica Webb Wilkerson, Rita White and Altoria White came by the show on their Founders Day to talk about Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., one of the world’s largest greek-letter organizations as they host members from the state of Florida and the Bahamas during the annual State Cluster meeting, January 18-20, 2019 in Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida and they spoke on their upcoming events where they...

Coach Mike is an eight-year veteran of the U.S. Navy Special Forces. After completing his service to his country, he suffered a life changing event, the death of his grandmother to cancer. That experience changed his life and as a result he experienced a mental shift to serve people in the area of health and fitness. His main purpose being to prevent them from enduring the pain that his grandmothe...

Diallo Sekou Seabrook– Community Activist came by the show to talk about his community involvement and his drive in the upcoming city council election. He also talked about his son’s murder understanding Gun violence is real in our communities and the upcoming Family Breakfast for families who lost their child to gun violence.

Willie R. Smith, III., Delinquency Prevention Specialist - Circuits 4,5 &7, Department of Juvenile Justice -Office of Prevention & Victims Service - Community Outreach and Engagement Unit came by the show to talk about the upcoming event January 16th to build awareness and increase public safety by reducing juvenile delinquency through effective prevention, intervention and treatment services that...

Latrese Hargrave Realtor, community philanthropist came by the show to talk about helping the community to a successful Home Loan Process. We talked about lifestyle changes and heading into 2019 with a mindset of EMPOWERMENT!!

Latrese Hargrave Realtor, community philanthropist came by the show to talk about helping the community to a successful Home Loan Process. We talked about lifestyle changes and heading into 2019 with a mindset of EMPOWERMENT!!

Brandon Mack and Burney Spann from Kappa Alpha Psi Jacksonville, came by the show to talk about The 7th Annual Healthy Start 5K, welcoming both runners and walkers. The purpose of this charitable event is to raise awareness for the importance of living a healthy, fit and smart lifestyle. Also, a portion of these proceeds from this event will support the American Diabetes Association and the Kappa...

Felicia aka Mompreneurs came on the show to talk about her company Mygani LLC, a marketing firm that helps companies establish an effective brand presence through creative design services, business consulting and professional workshops. Over 70% of our clients are women-owned companies with a social cause or a non-profit. With over 20 years of experience in the creative marketing industry, owner,...

Octavia Smith, known as Chef Tay is a well seasoned chef in the culinary world, Chef Tay started in the 5 star restaurant industry that landed her an executive chef position with the PGA, where Chef Tay began creating dishes for tons of influential people in which inspired her to start up a catering company that not only service corporate and celebrity clients but those on a budget as well. Chef T...

Betty Seabrook Burney, Founder & Executive Director of I’m A Star Foundation, Inc. came by the show to talk about I’m A Star Foundation and their aim to make Jacksonville the healthiest city in the nation. The non-profit organization is partnering with City of Jacksonville’s JaxParks to encourage families to get out and enjoy the 300+ parks in our community. Jacksonville has the largest park syste...

Ju’Coby Pittman , CEO of the Clara White Mission came by the show to talk about the legacy of The Clara White Mission founded in 1904 . She talked about former slave Clara English White who fed hungry neighbors from her two-room house on Clay Street. She also spoke about her daughter, nationally recognized humanitarian Dr. Eartha M. M. White, who molded the labor of love into a thriving social age...

Calvin CEO of Caribbean Connect US came by the show to talk about their 3rd Annual Caribbean Connect US Black & White Charity Ball ! A night of Caribbean elegance will be on display. With an opportunity to meet the young men and women of Job Corps Caribbean group. The event is to honor them and show them our community cares! His motto - "Be a part of something greater than yourself and thereby fin...

Robert Gresham came to the show to invite the community to experience The Black Santa Experience! His focus is on giving the community an experience and what better time than now to prepare for the arrival of Santa and Mrs. Claus? Planning your office holiday party, tree lighting ceremony or maybe a December Birthday party. Why not plan to have a premiere Santa present for your function? The Real...