Community View Points

Desmond came by the show to speak on Amendment 4 and early voting. We talked about Amendment 4 and how it would return voting rights to 1.4 million Floridians who have felony convictions and have served all portions of any sentence including probation, parole, fines and community service. It doesn't apply to those with murder or felony sex offense convictions. Roughly 30 percent of those who would...

Mayor Lenny Curry – Mayor Curry came by the show talk about the rise in violence in the city, caring about his city and why project Journey to One means so much to him. We spoke on the Kids Hope Alliance and connecting with the city to ensure children needs are addressed. Mayor Curry also spoke on connecting with City Council, Florida Department of Health and local partners to show support and imp...

Money Bo, born Dwayne Bowe, Money Bo’s rise to fame came by way of being a 1st Round NFL draft pick. Money Bo came on the show to talk about his DID THAT Challenge which will provide high school students a chance to win 25k Scholarship! Money Bo ongoing philanthropist efforts continue 82 ways was designed to help children in more ways than one. Through moral support, coaching efforts, holiday givi...

Patrice Riggins CEO of Arlene & Friends, came by the show to talk about the 6th Annual "Be Aware, Show you Care" 2018 Breast Cancer Fashion Show! This year partner and recipient is Arlene and Friends Inc. Arlene and Friends, Inc. mission is to provide a glam experience of a lifetime! Our charitable efforts to transcend these well deserving selected high school seniors to a glamorous prom makeover...

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...

Lynn Sherman - Director of Community Engagement for Social Responsibility at Baptist Health called in to the show to talk about the 11th Annual Girls Empowerment Conference. This year’s theme is Persistence, Power and Purpose

Linda Dayson - CEO - Founder of Hurting Families with Children in Crime Inc. HFWCC INC. – Came by the show to talk about The Martin Luther King Nations of the World Multicultural Fashion Show. This Fashion show is geared toward helping us HFWCC INC. to continue to educate our Youth in the Communities about Youth Gun Violence, their Juvenile Laws and their Rights.

Kenneth Jones II – Kenneth J. Jones, II - Chairman - Voters Registration, Education and Mobilization Iota Mu Nu Chapter - Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc - came by the show to share the importance of voting in this critical midterm election and his personal story on why Voting for Amendment 4 is important. Vote YES on Amendment 4!!!!

Diane Townsend and Lena Jordan came by the show to talk about The sisters Network of NE Florida partnering with the 3rd Annual Sista Strut and why it’s important for the community to get involved and register so that we can empower the survivors, and remember the ladies we lost from Breast Cancer.

Jason Hardwick – Director at UF Health – Jason came by the show to talk about the numerous programs at UF Health to help the community with their Health Care needs and those that are battling Cancer.

Kapesh Designs is a Jacksonville based celebrity furniture designer whose clients read like a who’s who in the industry. From TI&Tiny to up-and-coming Kash Doll, Kapesh Designs custom pieces are changing the game. Even Cardi B had to snatch a Kapesh Designs custom baby bed for her 1st child, Kulture. Take a look at her work on Instagram @kapeshdesigns Now Kapesh Designs and Sista Strut 2018 are gi...

Pastor Emeritus Rudolph McKissick, Sr. with Bethel Baptist Institutional Church, has launched a new venture in retirement to promote and encourage mental and spiritual health and well-being. For the last six years, he and a team of experts in family medicine, yoga, and biblical principles have hosted a silent retreat, where people travel to Epworth by the Sea for three full days of silence, medita...

Together with its North Florida community partners, Comcast announced a significant expansion to its Internet Essentials program aimed at ensuring local veterans have access to affordable broadband service to utilize the resources of the internet in their daily lives. Comcast will now be expanding the program to more than 154,000 Veterans in Florida. In fact, Florida has the highest number of Inte...

Dr. John Lucas – Leads Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center at Mayo Clinic and Dr. Barbara Darby – Forget Me Not came by the show to talk about Florida Blue & Mayo Clinic Forget Me Not, African American Alzheimer's Event - A Live Action Play at the Historic Ritz Theater on September 15, 2018! They came by to invite the community to the “Forget Me Not Initiative” a live play about Alzheimer’s and th...

Boss King & Boss Queen Royal Riders – Queen Bodacious Nene and Queen Tenda Ward came to the show to talk about their continuous community involvement and their Club positive mission to strengthen the family bond in sister and brother hood as ONE! They also talk about their 1st annual to raise funds so they can do more in the community.

Cornelius Jones - CEO of 100 Strong foundation - The 100 Strong foundation, Incorporated was created to provide mentorship and educational financial assistance to young men from underprivileged and single parent homes throughout Jacksonville, Florida. The organization is committed to partnering adolescent males from the community with strong positive men to mentor and influence them. In addition w...

Dr. Rafik Bouaziz from Mayo clinic - Local healthcare professional talking about the importance of Health checkups for Children as they head back to school. Regular exams by pediatricians or other health care providers for ear/eye conditions or problems that may create challenges for children academically, socially and athletically may need to be conducted to ensure a successful school year.

Chasity Alford CEO - The Classic Maven Boutique came by the show to talk about a brunch for local future and current entrepreneurs called The Acceleration Brunch. The Brunch is one of the most informative events to hit the city. Helping Entrepreneurs on how to grow their brand, understanding the importance of marketing and meeting your new accountability part. The Brunch will provide professional...

Latasha Looper, MBA, Broker , Executive Director came by the show on behalf of Home Steps to talk about making a positive impact to the community for our veterans. Home Steps is a non-profit organization that helps veterans achieve homeownership here in Jacksonville, Florida. In their effort to assist more veterans with this endeavor; they are hosting a “Chat N’ Chew FREE Homebuyer Breakfast For V...

Lakecia Walker came by the show to talk about her involvement It’s A girl Thing, a nonprofit organization that empower young girls aka Queens. She also talk about her 3rd annual C.O.G. Fashion show, connecting with Autistic children and adults empowering them as they walk the run way in the fashion show. A portion of the proceeds from the C.O.G Fashion Show will go toward It’s a Girl Thing.

Alvin Brown – Former Mayor of Jacksonville came by the show to talk about returning to the political race for the U.S. House of Representatives for the 5th Congressional District, his past accomplishments to empower the Jacksonville community as well as why it is so important to get out and Early VOTE to ensure the community’s voice is heard.

Dr. Nekeshia Doctor, Founder/Executive Director The BW Project, Inc. "Embracing the Beauty that was Given to You", came by the show to share an annual free event that her 501(c)3 non-profit organization provides for girls in the community. The Beauty Within Project, Inc., hosts an annual seminar for girls between the ages of 8-18 years old within the community of Jacksonville and the surrounding a...

Kuzzo Deville – Mr. Dunbar came by the show to talk about F.L.A United The Treasure Box The Ultimate Back to School Benefit Mixer a fundraiser event for DCPS Students & Athletes celebrating educators and tastemakers! As an educator in the community, Mr. Dunbar is asking the community to help empower our North side community and teachers with this event. As well, as to create awareness of the need...

Kingz of the South Biker Club – Back to School Supply Party - Dre Hannon – Road Captain call into the show to talk about Kingz of the South back to school drive and fundraiser and partnering with Harley Davidson to connect with the community all over the country. .

Michael Hartman and Kathy Stephens came by the show to talk about the 40 Club’s partnership with Alpha Starz to present a Back to school Jamboree, with special appearance by Taylor Richardson AKA Astronaut StarBrigtht. The event on August 11, 2018 also provides Community Resources and Educational resources.